GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY -- The countdown begins for Restaurant week 2012 in Traverse City, where folks get a chance to experience the culinary wonders of the region at an affordable price.

The Grand Traverse Region is known for inventive restaurants and talented chefs and its thriving "farm to table" movement.

The 2nd annual Restaurant Week starts February 26th and runs through March 3rd.

Some of the finest restaurants in Traverse City will offer special three-course meals, for $25 dollars per person.

For more information on participating restaurants and a sneak-peak at some of the menus, CLICK HERE.