Things to do in Traverse City in Winter
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Wine & Chocolate Tasting Workshop
Black Star Farms Old Mission 360 E Mc Kinley Rd, Traverse City, MI, United StatesDiscover the delightful pairing of wine and chocolate in a tasting experience like no other during this engaging workshop. You will explore the many wonders of the cherished cocoa bean alongside the owner of Grocer's Daughter Chocolate, a local favorite since 2004. This is your chance to indulge in our award-winning wines, crafted from our […]
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Weekend Inn Dinner
Inn at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCelebrate the 2026 Flavor of the Year: Black Currant with a multi-course dinner showcasing this flavorful berry throughout the menu. Features include goat cheese and house-cured lox with a black currant and thyme compote, pork tenderloin roulade finished with a black currant red wine reduction, and a decadent pistachio cake with black currant ganache. This intimate chef's […]
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Dip & Sip Fondue Brunch for Two
Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesJoin us for a relaxed, shareable dip-and-sip fondue brunch experience for two in the heart of wine country. Each table is served bubbling cheese fondue followed by chocolate fondue, designed to be enjoyed at an easy, unhurried pace and paired beautifully with Black Star Farms wines available for purchase. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Winter School Series: Cooking with Wine 101
Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesTake your cooking—and your wine appreciation—to new heights in this flavorful, fast-paced cooking class. You’ll explore the art of stocks and sauces through the lens of cool-climate winemaking, using Black Star Farms wines to build depth, brightness, and beautiful balance. Learn the chef’s secrets behind deglazing, reduction, and aromatics while creating foundational sauces that you […]
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Wine & Cheese Tasting Workshop
Black Star Farms Old Mission 360 E Mc Kinley Rd, Traverse City, MI, United StatesThis is your opportunity to awaken your taste buds to the enchanting world of wine and cheese pairings while gaining insights into these two beautifully intertwined crafts. Tickets include: • 5 wine samples • 5 cheese samples • Souvenir glass • Insights and engaging conversation Learn more and get tickets here.
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Weekend Inn Dinner
Inn at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCelebrate the 2026 Flavor of the Year: Black Currant with a multi-course dinner showcasing this flavorful berry throughout the menu. Features include goat cheese and house-cured lox with a black currant and […]
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Winter Wine School Series: Cabernet Franc
Black Star Farms Suttons Bay 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesJoin us as we explore the enchanting world of wine, venturing beyond the glass to discover the captivating story of Cabernet Franc. Trace the history of this iconic Bordeaux grape […]
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Weekend Inn Dinner
Inn at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCelebrate the 2026 Flavor of the Year: Black Currant with a multi-course dinner showcasing this flavorful berry throughout the menu. Features include goat cheese and house-cured lox with a black currant and […]
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Winter School Series: Crostini and Bruschetta Class
Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCelebrate the beauty of simple ingredients in this interactive class devoted to bruschetta and crostini—the ultimate bite-sized expressions of flavor. Guided by our culinary team, you’ll prepare a variety of […]
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Football Snacks & Wine Pairing Workshop
Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesUpgrade your game-day menu in this fun workshop featuring classic football snacks paired with Black Star Farms wines. Taste a lineup of crowd favorites while learning easy pairing tips to […]
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Weekend Inn Dinner
Inn at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCelebrate the 2026 Flavor of the Year: Black Currant with a multi-course dinner showcasing this flavorful berry throughout the menu. Features include goat cheese and house-cured lox with a black currant and […]
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Valentine’s Bistro Dinner: Wine and Cocoa
Bistro Polaris at Black Star Farms 10844 E Revold Rd, Suttons Bay, MI, United StatesCocoa is far more than chocolate—it’s a complex, aromatic ingredient that reveals new dimensions when paired with wine. At this immersive dinner, our chefs craft a menu in which every course features cocoa in a unique and unexpected way, from subtle dustings and savory rubs to velvety sauces and dessert compositions. Optional Black Star Farms wine pairings […]