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A Little Heat, a Lot of Heart: The Story Behind Our Housemade Cajun Spice

By Hung C. Chow, General Manager | Sugarbush Golf Club, Davison, MI

When I first stepped into the kitchen at Sugarbush Golf Club, I noticed something that didn’t sit right. We were reaching for a store-bought Cajun seasoning—straight off the shelf, poured from a container, no soul in sight.

That’s not how we do things here.

At Sugarbush, we believe in doing things with intention. On the course, that means greens that roll smooth and true. In the kitchen, it means flavor that’s honest, balanced, and built from scratch.

So I introduced our own Cajun Spice Blend.

We started with the classics—smoked paprika and cumin for depth, white pepper and cayenne for a clean, rising heat. Then we softened the edges with a touch of brown sugar. The result? A warm, smoky heat that builds but never overwhelms. Sweet, savory, and just bold enough to remember.

You’ll find our Cajun Blend where it belongs—on dishes made with care:

  • Cajun Fried Chicken Sandwich – crispy, juicy, and packed with that signature Sugarbush spice
  • Boneless & Traditional Wings – tossed to order, perfect with a cold post-round pint
  • Seasoned Fries – our secret favorite; simple, salty, and addictively good

We didn’t just add a seasoning—we brought in a new flavor standard. And our regulars noticed.

If you haven’t tasted it yet, now’s the time. Come out to Sugarbush Golf Club in Davison, Michigan. Play 18, stay for a meal, and try the house Cajun that started it all.

Because around here, even the spice has a story.