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The Best Chef’s in Michigan Compete for
Bragging Rights & Notoriety

Chef Eric Villegas  of Fork in the Road TV Show Fame, will be at the Main Lodge signing his new Fork in the Road Cookbook on Sunday, April 27th at 2:30 p.m. Copies of the book will be available to purchase.


Chef's Challenge for Challenge Mountain

Professional chef, hot food competition and tasting featuring Michigan food products, wines and microbrews

April 25-27, 2008

 Shanty Creek Resort
Lakeview Hotel’s
Bellaire Ballroom


In addition to the Chef’s Challenge competition, the weekend will feature cooking seminars, an ice-carving competition, and vendors showcasing Michigan agriculture ~ second only to California In number of diverse food products.

The following will also be available:

Sessions - with outdoor demonstrations where appropriate: 
There will be No Charge ~ Donations Appreciated.

NATURE/OUTDOORS - Wildflowers, Morel Mushrooms, Wild edibles, Tree Identification, Birding, other - - - .

GOLF - A morning session of Free Golf for kids, with great green fees on several world-class courses.  Now’s the time for the entire  family to learn, or to sharpen your individual game.

KAYAKING – At it’s finest with Springs high waters

MICHIGAN FOOD PRODUCTS – Diverse, Fresh & Healthy

HEALTY LIFESTYLE -Living & Eating

PAIRING FOOD, WINES AND BEER 

WILD EDIBLES - Plants and Animals

SPRINGTIME SPLENDOR IN MICHIGAN – This season of reawakening invigorates us all, and the Shanty Creek surroundings are unsurpassed.

The weekend offers something for everyone.  The “foodie”, outdoor activist, nature lover, and those wishing to just relax will create new memories.  Couples, families, and groups of all ages are welcome. Mark your calendars for April 25 – 27, 2008.  Plan to join the fun at Shanty Creek Resorts and experience the Splendor of Springtime at it’s fullest.

(Chefs are Invited to participate from throughout Michigan. For more information, email info@springtimesplendor.com )