Northern Michigan Recipes: Get out the chalkboard and write your own menu for your in-house menu night. We've culled suggestions from our MyNorth.com recipe repertoire—including several from some of the Northern Michigan's sweetest bistros. While a few of the recipes call for in-season produce, just substitute the freshest produce you can find. After you've cooked your heart out, light some candles, spread a checked tablecloth and cozy in for a fabulous dinner.

Appetizers:

Folgarelli's Salmon Mousse

Leelanau Raclette Fondue

Poppycock's Pepperada

Salads:

Fab Fattoush

Mesclun and Frisee Salad wtih Walnuts and Garlic Croutons

Tomato Panzanella with Lemon Vinaigrette

Sides

Butternut Squash Risotto

Pasta and Raclette Cheese Bake

Chili Garlic String Beans

Entrees

Chicken with Chardonnay and Forty Cloves of Garlic

New Classic Cassoulet

Hannah Shrimp and Grits

Desserts

Apple Crisp

Patisserie Amie Chocolate Tart

Lemon Pudding