Michigan’s iconic fudge culture Atlantic City has saltwater taffy, Maine has lobster, and New Orleans boasts beignets. In Northern Michigan, we have cherries, pasties, and wine. But let’s be real—when it comes to sweet decadence, Traverse City has fudge! This creamy confection is more than just dessert; it’s a tradition. Found in nearly every Up North tourist town, fudge shops invite visitors to watch the mesmerizing process of its creation, sample its decadence, and take a piece of Northern Michigan home. The Origins of Fudge and Its Journey North Fudge wasn’t always a sweet treat. In the late 18th century,… Read More »