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You don't have to live in the Midwest!, January 27, 2002
This review is from: Midwest Living (1-year) (Magazine)
Being a resident of the midwest region of our country is not a necessary criteria for enjoying this magazine. While my family originates from the midwest, and we visit occasionally, I enjoy living on the east coast.
This magazine offers more than just the regional perspective. It shares information in a friendly, warm and upbeat manner that is useful and often fun. It's a pleasant read with good information presented in an enjoyable, attractive format.
Every time I finish an issue, I'm reminded of why the people and places of the midwest make me smile.
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Beautiful overview of the Midwest's charms, March 13, 2008
We've subscribed to Midwest Living for at least a decade, but after moving to Texas, I wanted to remain in the loop on attractions, events, restaurants and recipes in the Midwest.
Midwest Living features articles on uniquely Midwestern flavors (a recent issue featured Midwestern-inspired soups such as Great Lakes salmon chowder from Michigan, Kansas City steak soup, and wild rice and turkey soup from Minnesota), mouthwatering recipes, tips on home and garden (choosing paint, furniture shopping, what plants and flowers will thrive in your zone), travel (including restaurants, suggested hotels, and sightseeing), Lake Michigan getaways, and detailed state-by-state calendars that track events in various Midwestern states. There's a fairly hefty emphasis on fine arts galleries, antiques, and restaurants, so if this sounds like you, you'd do well to check out an issue.
There's something to appeal to everyone, whether you're a Midwesterner or are simply interested in the region. The beautiful photography does justice to the many natural attractions and small-town charm, and the recipes, particularly those featured in well-known restaurants, are keepers. I especially liked the January/February 2008 issue that featured an in-depth article on maple syrup production (although Vermont and Quebec are best known for sugaring, Michigan and Indiana farms also produce maple syrup) and delicious uses for maple syrup, including maple date-nut bread, four-grain pancakes, and maple oatmeal muffins.
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One of the best magazines I have ever read!, August 12, 2010
This review is from: Midwest Living (1-year) (Magazine)
When I subscribed to Midwest Living, I had never seen an issue. I grew up in Iowa, have lived in NJ for 40 years, but plan to retire back to Iowa, so I thought I'd get in touch with the Midwest again. I was amazed at what a treasure this magazine is. It is excellently written, beautifully photographed, continually provides interesting articles and ideas, and I look forward to every issue. I've started a list of things I want to do and places I want to go in the Midwest when I retire, and most of the items are ideas I've found in this magazine. I've already put in an automatic reorder with Amazon so my subscription won't lapse.
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