by Brenda Sodt Marshall | Sep 11, 2025 | Beer
While many people get excited about Thanksgiving or New Year’s, we get giddy over the U.P. Fall Beer Festival. “Happy Beer Fest!” is the standard greeting, with the beer enthusiast replying with a nod of the head and a big grin. They know the next few hours will be... 
by Brenda Sodt Marshall | Sep 11, 2024 | Beer
As the U.P. Fall Beer Festival approached, excitement buzzed through Marquette, Michigan. Brewers from all corners of the state converged at Mattson Lower Harbor Park, ready to serve nearly 500 beers to eager beer enthusiasts. Though rain seemed to threaten, the skies... 
by Chuck Marshall | Aug 23, 2024 | Beer
Adventures in brewing with Kris at Kognisjon lead us down to the thermocline in pursuit of our stupendous Czech pilsner. Brew Day with Kris at Kognisjon Bryggeri Kris (Thompson, head brewer at Kognisjon Bryggeri) might remember exactly. My recollection is that we’d... 
by Brenda Sodt Marshall | Aug 5, 2024 | Travel
In a charming corner of South Marquette, at the intersection of W. Hampton and Division Streets, Peace Pie Company has carved out a unique niche for itself. Founded by Lorri Smith, the journey of Peace Pie began in 2015 when she sold 20 pies at the Marquette Farmers... 
by Chuck Marshall | Dec 30, 2023 | Beer, Music, Travel
Embark on a thrilling journey with us as we delve into the enchanting world of vinyl records and craft beer in the picturesque landscapes of Marquette. Marquette: Vinyl and Beer You may not know it, but there is vinyl gold in the hills of Marquette. It isn’t on... 
