Michigan City, IN

The Beauty of Lake Michigan Summer Sunsets is something we've captured and blogged about before.

This along with some fun places to go in La Porte County, Northwest IN ....i.e.:

• The Lighthouse Premium Outlet Mall in Michigan City,IN (they have FAB 4th of July and Labor day sidewalk sales)!

• The Local Wineries where you can sit back and relax and sample some locally produced wine!

• Great Dining Places-How about some exotic dates, tastefully prepared Mediterranean Style at one of our Favs.
  

• The Local ZOO - unlike any other we've been to opens this month (March)  too!

• Lakefront Festivals to enjoy from April through December

• Great Golfing & More! 

Looking for a Weekend or Summer Getaway? Condo For Sale in Michigan City, IN Beach Area 46360

We recently listed for sale an extensively updated condo with a long list of amenities and Location walking distance to Lake Michigan Beaches, Washington Park, The Zoo, Marina, close to the Outlet Mall, Casino & More!

Enjoy the hi -resolution music video of this carefree condo for sale in Michigan City, IN and then give us a call to view this affordable property in an excellent location before it's sold.

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Last week Jeff & I had a few errands to run at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall in Michigan City, Indiana .

We had just left our office in Valpo and it was already dinner time (so we were hungry). One of our clients who is a manager of one of the stores at the mall suggested a place for us located just a few blocks from the outlet mall, on the way there, we talked to another client who also raved about this restaurant and it's food, later on Facebook->more friends of ours raved!

Looks like many NW Indiana folks think this->

Sahara Restaurant in Michigan City, IN - A Local dining Establishment in La Porte County, Indiana with THE BEST Mediterranean Cuisine!

We were very fortunate to have the owner (Moe) as our waiter for our first dining experience here!

The sampler dinners allow you to pick 4 cold and 4 hot dishes to share!

We chose :)

• Sahara’s Famous Dates : Feta cheese stuffed dates and pomegranate reduction

• Cucumber Napoleon : Fresh cucumber slices topped with hummus and feta
• Greek Isle Salad : Romaine, tomato, cucumber, sumac onions topped w/gyro & feta with red wine vinegar
• Cheese Plate : Sided with Mediterranean olives & pickles. Perfect starter

and then came :)

• Chicken Shawarma : Marinated chicken topped with sumac onions served on a bed of hummus

• Sahara’s Shrimp & Crab Cake:Handmade & filled w/original spices, exotic peppers top w/lemon dill aioli

• Grape Leaves (Warak Dawali)Seasoned rice & beef hand rolled in grape leaves sided w/homemade yogurt

• Falafel : Vegetable bean patties deep fried and served with tahini

The service was superb, the atmosphere musical, the food fresh and delicious and we got a sampling of what we are going back for next time :)

Can't wait to go back to the Sahara Restaurant to try more Mediterranean Cuisine again !

Shady Creek Winery lives up to it's name - set on 20 acres of wooded land with a pond and fountain right off the screened-in back porch, patrons can enjoy samples of locally made wines while taking in nature views or take a seat in the rocking chairs on the front porch, or cozy up to the fireplace.

Located in La Porte County (Michigan City near the corner of Tryon Rd & State Road 212).

The visit is well worth the trip and pictured below are the favorites we took home to share with family & friends on special occasions...The best part of visiting a winery and wine tasting...You won't cringe at the taste after a toast because you've pre-selected the flavors that are best suited to your palate:)

My experience with Buyers, especially First Time Home Buyers has brought me into contact with several Mortgage Brokers and Mortgage Bankers since I have been a Real Estate Agent. Their experience level and knowledge of current FHA Mortgage Programs makes the Purchase of a Home seemless. My first call always goes out to Dave Woodson, The #1 Indiana FHA Mortgage Broker. Twice Dave Woodson has closed FHA Mortgages for me, once in 2 weeks, and the second time in 14 Days, from start to finish.

We all know that Mortgage Interest Rates are low, some say record low...and yet there are folks procrastinating about either Buying a Home, Refinancing the one they already have, or even checking to see if they are eligible to do either. Dave Woodson, Indiana Mortgage Banker, makes the process easy, understandable and worry-free. If you are wanting to Buy a House in Northwest Indiana, a simple check on The Mad Mortgage Machine website will update you on current rates.

FHA Mortgage products are many and all are complex. Mortgage Bankers and Mortgage Brokers are constantly updated on daily, sometimes hourly changes. Dave Woodson is plugged in and up to date to ease your mind while going through the Home Buying or refinancing process.

If you are even considering making any improvements to your home, make plans to attend the Home Show Expo in Michigan City, Indiana. Sponsored by the La Porte County Builders Association, the expo will be held on February 12th, 13th, and 14th at the Marquette Mall.

Professionals from all phases of home building, remodeling, and landscaping will be in the mall's Grand Concourse during regular mall hours. What a great time to shop for yourself and your home all in one place! Besides, it's free. Bring your home remodeling questions and get informed.

Don't miss the Home Show Expo in Michigan City, Indiana from February 12 - 14, 2010.