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Zehnder’s Early Lodging History

Zehnder’s Early Lodging History

by Terri McNutt | Mar 27, 2017 | News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

Pictured above: Family friend and long time resident of Zehnder’s; Carl Knieling. By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth During the 1930’s, Frankenmuth was a common stop for transients; single men looking for work. My grandmother, Emilie Bickel Zehnder,...
It Takes Generations

It Takes Generations

by Terri McNutt | Feb 23, 2017 | Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnders

Standing: Herman Zehnder, Linda Zehnder-Trinklein, Fred Zehnder, Ermia Zehnder-Nuechterlein, Eddie Zehnder Seated: Leonard Zehnder, William Zehnder, Sr., William Zehnder, Jr. By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth It was 1947 and my grandfather was 66....
Eighty and Still Working

Eighty and Still Working

by Terri McNutt | Oct 19, 2016 | Frankenmuth, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth She’s worked every day of the week and every weekend. She has worked every holiday without fail. Since 1936, she has stood in front of our building, rain or shine, and greeted each guest, young and old from...
Palmer Frankenmuth Gateway Arch

Palmer Frankenmuth Gateway Arch

by Terri McNutt | Sep 28, 2016 | All, Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnders

By Al Zehnder, CEO of Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth When Walter and Maria Palmer came to Frankenmuth in the early 1970’s, they were in search of a community in which they could establish a lodging business. They were introduced to Wally Bronner and eventually...
How Times Have Changed!

How Times Have Changed!

by Terri McNutt | Jul 26, 2016 | All, Frankenmuth, News, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnders

From 1920 to 1933 Prohibition was the law of the land. America embarked on a grand experiment to ban alcohol sales across the country. It created such problems that by 1933 the law was reversed. Frankenmuth is a major footnote in Prohibition’s checkered history. It...
All in the Family: 4 of Michigan’s Iconic Multi-Generational Businesses by Pure Michigan

All in the Family: 4 of Michigan’s Iconic Multi-Generational Businesses by Pure Michigan

by Terri McNutt | Jun 21, 2016 | News, People Are Talking About Zehnder's, Zehnder's History, Zehnder's of Frankenmuth, Zehnders

Courtesy of Pure Michigan, posted on June 17, 2016 zehnders-sign-wtopiary-chickenFather’s Day serves as a time to be with family and share memories of the past. In Michigan, we have many distinctive family-run companies which not only maintain their roots as historic...
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Sweet Corn Season is Here! 🌽

Fresh, locally grown Michigan Sweet Corn is back at Zehnder’s, and it’s as delicious as ever! Each week, we hand-shuck over 100 dozen ears to bring you the freshest flavor of summer.

Our sweet corn is proudly sourced from Munch’s Produce (Essexville, MI) and Carigan Family Farm (Saginaw, MI), two local farms we’re honored to support.

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Sweet Corn Season is Here! 🌽
Fresh, locally grown Michigan Sweet Corn is back at Zehnder’s, and it’s as delicious as ever! Each week, we hand-shuck over 100 dozen ears to bring you the freshest flavor of summer.
Our sweet corn is proudly sourced from Munch’s Produce (Essexville, MI) and Carigan Family Farm (Saginaw, MI), two local farms we’re honored to support.
As Chef Lance likes to say... "It's Farm to Family Style!"
Come taste the difference local makes! #ZFun #FarmToTable #PureMichigan

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Turn your Family Style Chicken Dinner into a true feast with our Feast Dinner upgrade!

Enjoy all your Family Style favorites, plus BBQ Pork Spare Ribs, Dry-Rubbed Beef Brisket, and a slice of our Seasonal Fruit Strudel for dessert.

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Turn your Family Style Chicken Dinner into a true feast with our Feast Dinner upgrade!
Enjoy all your Family Style favorites, plus BBQ Pork Spare Ribs, Dry-Rubbed Beef Brisket, and a slice of our Seasonal Fruit Strudel for dessert.
Book your reservation now at Zehnders.com
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