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With Love From Paradise......

I want to take a minute to talk to you about one of my FAVORITE places in the whole entire world. If you are lucky enough to know and frequent this hidden away gem, this blog won’t come as a surprise to you.

 

For those of you that haven’t had the opportunity to make the trip to discover this amazing, sometimes undiscovered jewel, well you will now be planning your next adventure West to include a stop at the formerly named Little Falls Inn/Red Flannel Saloon which is now The Inn Gastropub & Smokehouse.

 

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Proprietor & Head Chef, Josh Winkler wears almost as many hats, if not more than I do on a daily basis. It is evident when you cross the threshold into what he has often deemed as his “Labor of Love,” that it is JUST THAT! Whether you find him in the kitchen making his beautiful creations or you catch him behind the bar serving drinks; you are SURE to instantly adore his ability to make you feel RIGHT at home!

 

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Whether you make the trip to Paradise for the natural charm that Josh managed to leave intact from the days when his Grandparents owned the bar, the delicious food Josh creates that manages to send an explosion across your palate like no other, or you're just there for the small town AMAZING atmosphere he and his staff create daily; you are certain to find SOMETHING that will have you becoming a frequent customer for years to come.

 

I personally haven’t found a single thing on Josh’s creatively designed menu that doesn’t send me into a delicious food coma. Even as I sit at the water’s edge writing this I am dreaming of his delicious creations and homemade ketchup. If you walk out of his place hungry; well that is your own fault because there is something for even the PICKIEST of eaters on his carefully crafted menu.

 

When his Mom decided to make the phone call to inform him that his Grandparents were ready to retire; she had a very different future in mind for Josh. When he finally made his way back to Paradise, after traveling to Florida and then to Petoskey as he mastered his trade, it was instantly apparent what his future would hold.

 

Josh’s love of food & belief that the ingredients should be at the peak of freshness makes your dining experience with him and his staff unlike ANY other in the Upper Peninsula. He has expanded both his spirits and locally crafted beer selection to help pairing a much needed adult beverage with your dining experience easier than ever.

 

Speaking of adult beverages, if you decide that the trip out there is worth a stay overnight; Josh’s parents own the gorgeous Magnuson Grand Hotel Lakefront only a Hop, Skip, and a Jump behind Josh’s place. It is not uncommon to find his mother smiling as she greets visitors from behind the front desk in the lobby. 

 

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It is certainly a family affair!

 

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Make NO mistake about their friendly smiles, beautifully decorated businesses and ridiculously superb attention to detail(s). Their #1 priority is making sure their customers not only enjoy their stay while they are there, but that they WANT to come back again & again for years to come.

 

Recently we made the trip out to see a band that Josh was giving RAVE reviews about on his Facebook Page. Folks, we were NOT disappointed with what we encountered when we arrived. Josh's ability to bring amazing talent to the Yoop came as NO surprise to us!

 

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The Gasoline Gypsies from Port Huron, MI were in FULL swing when we snuck in to try to find a seat in what was an undeniably packed house. See the video below to INSTANTLY fall in love with their amazing Rock & Roll meets Bluegrass vibe.

 

The 4 man band has an AMAZING, all original set that will leave you dancing in your seat.  If you’re not dancing in your seat; it will leave you picking your jaw up off the floor as you watch Caleb play sweet guitar rifts in such a way that you KNOW without a doubt that God gifted him with that ability by his own hand.

 

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The fact that Caleb plays guitar in my signature teal color certainly didn’t hurt either.

 

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To say that the beautiful drive out there is worth it is an understatement, and if you haven’t experienced all that Josh and his family have to offer tucked away off the main stretch as you travel through Paradise; well you are truly missing out.

 

If you are already planning your next trip to include a stop at Josh’s place; make sure you get there in enough time to enjoy dinner before the kitchen shuts down and the night life starts.

 

I GUARANTEE YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!

 

You all know me; I don’t leave much to the imagination when it comes to describing anything. However, that is part of Josh’s charm with not only his signature menu but also his weekly specials.

 

He leaves EVERYTHING to the imagination, leaves you literally craving more, and makes sure to dream up such amazing creations that you leave NOTHING left on your plate!

 

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(Blackened Hot-Smoked Lake Trout with Cheesy Grits, Ruby Greens, Julienne of Quick-Pickled Zucchini and Red Onion, Fresh Dill.)

 

 

So saddle up Loves & point yourself and your next adventure West towards Paradise. It won’t hurt to tell anyone who asks that you are on your way to “Get Some!” as it is Josh’s well known saying around those parts.

 

Just do me a favor when you arrive, be patient as he is literally one of the most sought after people in the Paradise area. Which also means he stays CRAZY BUSY! So be sure to sit back and enjoy all that Josh and his Staff have to offer, it truly is a one of a kind experience you won't find ANYWHERE ELSE! 

 

If you do get the chance to track him down, tell him I sent you! I promise you will leave there with a full belly & with a NEW life long friend!

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Have an AMAZING day Loves!

 

Much Love & Many Blessings,

Rebecca

 

  

 

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