What do you get when you mix sail-making expertise with confectionary skills? One great northern Michigan fudge business that has stayed the course for more than 133 years. The Murdick family arrived in the United States from Germany in the 1800s. Father-and-son sail makers, Henry and Jerome "Rome" Murdick, were commissioned to create canvas awnings for the new Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. … [Read more...] about National Mom & Pop Business Day – Thank You For Supporting Our Family’s Business
A Perfect Pair: Valentine’s Day and Chocolate
Why is chocolate synonymous with the day of love? Giving loved ones chocolate for Valentine's Day has been a time-honored tradition in the US for over a century. Chocolate enhances your mood, and we've learned, has great health benefits — the darker the chocolate, the better it is for you! At Original Murdick's Fudge we know that people simply love the taste of our rich, chocolate fudge — and love … [Read more...] about A Perfect Pair: Valentine’s Day and Chocolate
Even in Chilly Months, Our Fudge Kitchen is Warm
OUR ONLINE STORE IS NOW OPEN FOR ORDERS YEAR-ROUND. SURPRISE FRIENDS AND FAMILY — SEND THEM SWEETS TODAY! What a fantastic view! The Straits of Mackinac are a stunning sight even in the wintertime. Mackinac island might be covered with a blanket of snow, but Original Murdick's Fudge is busy — now making fudge year-round! The popular Northern Michigan summer vacation destination becomes … [Read more...] about Even in Chilly Months, Our Fudge Kitchen is Warm
Ring in the New Year with Fudge, Sweet Fudge
OUR ONLINE SHOP IS NOW OPEN YEAR ROUND We are grateful for your business, and you have been heard! By popular demand, Original Murdick’s Fudge will be making handmade old-fashioned sweets all year long. Order Fudge Now Giving Back to the Community ORIGINAL MURDICK’S FUDGE IS PROUD TO OFFER SUPPORT WHEN LOCAL COMMUNITIES ARE IN NEED Original Murdick’s Fudge is passionate about … [Read more...] about Ring in the New Year with Fudge, Sweet Fudge
Get Ahead of Your Holiday Gift Ordering Today
Send an unforgettable taste of Mackinac Island to friends, family and clients. Choose from an array of Original Murdick’s Fudge gift boxes. Beautifully packaged, this is a sweet Pure Michigan gift presentation that is sure to “Wow!” We can help you customize your order! ORDER NOW Promotion is only available for online orders. … [Read more...] about Get Ahead of Your Holiday Gift Ordering Today
We Are Thankful for You
Meet Gideon. He knows how to enjoy fudge. This holiday season we are thankful for Gideon’s Mom, Sam — and all of our Original Murdick’s Fudge employees and their families — as well as our wonderful customers. Sending well wishes and gratitude from our busy fudge kitchen on Mackinac Island to all of the fudge lovers (of all ages) we delight in serving. Have a safe and sweet holiday, and enjoy … [Read more...] about We Are Thankful for You
Michigan Maple Walnut with the GIVETHANKS code
In recent years, Maple has been challenging pumpkin spice for fall flavor supremacy. But in Michigan, where maple syrup is tree-tapped fresh from the Upper Peninsula, we have a clear winner. Original Murdick’s Fudge’s famous Michigan Maple Walnut flavor is what Pure Michigan is all about. Try it for free and see if you are on Team Maple. At checkout, use promo code GIVETHANKS from November … [Read more...] about Michigan Maple Walnut with the GIVETHANKS code
Holiday Cranberry
Cranberries are a traditional trimming for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is widely believed that the Native Americans shared cranberries with the settlers at the first Thanksgiving dinner in 1621. Continue this tradition in your home by featuring the festive colors of our light pink fudge dotted with chunks of deep, red cranberry. Cut up into bite-size pieces, loved ones will go for seconds … [Read more...] about Holiday Cranberry
Original Murdick’s Fudge Wishes You a Happy Halloween 2020
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Fall on Mackinac Island
Photography by Bruce LaPine It sure feels like fall here on Mackinac Island. If you were unable to visit us this season, make sure you order some fudge. Be warned, it will make you nostalgic though! Please click the link to our website to order today. … [Read more...] about Fall on Mackinac Island
Pumpkin Spice Is Everything Nice
Creamy, Delicious Handmade Pumpkin Spice Fudge Enjoy a Free Slice of Our Favorite Fall Flavor Fresh From Our Mackinac Island Fudge Kitchen to Yours. Order this Popular Autumn Flavor Now! Michigan in autumn means pumpkin season. Our favorite taste of fall is Original Murdick’s Pumpkin Spice fudge and we want to share it with you. With an aromatic dose of classic fall spices, nutmeg, … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Spice Is Everything Nice
The Sweetest Corporate, Wedding & Personal Gifts
If you want to give something sweet and different, look no further! You can customize your Original Murdick’s Fudge handcrafted fudge package to include exactly what you need to satisfy all sweet lovers cravings. Call (906) 298-0630 or email us for details on custom, wedding, event, and corporate gift orders. … [Read more...] about The Sweetest Corporate, Wedding & Personal Gifts
Sip n’ Sail Cruises
Don’t miss the Sip and Sail Labor Day celebration in Marquette Park, featuring the Wixie Harrington Band. Learn more … [Read more...] about Sip n’ Sail Cruises
Original Murdick s Fudge Wishes You a Happy Labor Day 2020
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Biking Around Mackinac Island
Photo by Bruce LaPine Renting bikes is a tourist must do on Mackinac Island. One of the most popular routes is an 8 mile scenic loop around the island which is perfect for all ages that provides beautiful views of the water and sightings of unique geological formations, such as Arch Rock and Devil’s Kitchen. Grab some sweet handcrafted Original Murdick's Fudge and explore! … [Read more...] about Biking Around Mackinac Island
Sweet Fudge on a Stormy Day
Even on a rainy day, there are so many fun things to do on Mackinac Island including visiting out original clapboard fudge shop and tasting our handcrafted, delicious fudge. With 19 fudge flavors available, you are sure to find a favorite for your sweet tooth. Stop in or order online at your convenience. … [Read more...] about Sweet Fudge on a Stormy Day
Original Murdick’s Fudge Red Hot & Red 2020 Winner
Best Fudge Shop and #1 Fudge Flavor We are so thankful for the 12,000 people who voted in MyNorth’s 2020 Red Hot Best competition and chose Original Murdick’s Fudge as the best overall fudge shop and creating the best fudge flavor, Chocolate Cherry, made with Traverse City, Michigan cherries! We are so excited that we want you to try it and let us know what you think! Buy five slices of … [Read more...] about Original Murdick’s Fudge Red Hot & Red 2020 Winner
Original Murdick’s Fudge #1 Flavor and Fudge Shop
We are so thankful for the 12,000 people who voted in MyNorth's 2020 Red Hot Best competition and chose Original Murdick's Fudge as the best overall fudge shop and creating the best fudge flavor, Chocolate Cherry made with Michigan grown cherries! Second runner up was our Michigan Maple Walnut. If you wish to try the winning flavors and are unable to visit Mackinac Island, you can order online. … [Read more...] about Original Murdick’s Fudge #1 Flavor and Fudge Shop
Bringing Mackinac Island Home To You
https://youtu.be/rvgZt1g01pM The Original Murdick’s Fudge is bringing fudge making to you, so you can enjoy the Mackinac Island experience. … [Read more...] about Bringing Mackinac Island Home To You
A Beautiful Morning on the Island to Celebrate Our 133rd Birthday!
Come celebrate our birthday and enjoy free fudge! Buy five slices of fudge packaged beautifully in our watercolor artisan box and receive a birthday gift; a slice of Double Chocolate Dark Fudge for you. Listen to the live interview: Use Promo code at checkout: BIRTHDAYFUDGE Promotion is for online customers only from July 24th – 31st, 2020 ORDER FIVE SLICE BOX … [Read more...] about A Beautiful Morning on the Island to Celebrate Our 133rd Birthday!