March 18, 2024

Finding the Farm in the Bottle

Explore farm-to-bottle distilleries in Michigan in this story from the 2023 Local Food Guide.

March 4, 2024

Pi(e) Day in Michigan: A Q&A with 3 Local Pie Professionals

3.1415926… how many digits of pi can you remember? And why is there a day dedicated to it? You can thank Larry Shaw, a physicist who decided math…

February 5, 2024

Valentine’s Date Night Ideas for Local Food Lovers

Do you have your plans for Valentine’s Day? Celebrate love and local food in Michigan!

January 5, 2024

Coney Bao

This recipe fuses Asian culinary tradition with Detroit’s Coney Dog flavors for a unique spin on Michigan eats!

December 7, 2023

Learning About the Michigan Climate Smart Farm Project (MCSFP)

Learn more about the Michigan Climate Smart Farm Project (MCSFP), built off the successful MAEAP program.

November 10, 2023

Meet Our Marketing Services

Did you know that Taste the Local DIfference works with small food businesses to optimize their marketing?

November 2, 2023

Eastern Market’s Holiday Markets: Unwrap Joy in the Heart of Detroit

Get supplies for the season with Detroit’s Eastern Market’s Holiday Markets!

October 12, 2023

Pizza Empires, Michigan Made

Take a bite out of pizza history with Michigan Radio’s new limited-run podcast, Dough Dynasty.

July 31, 2023

Summer Eats with a View

These restaurants offer up more than local food with gorgeous views of Michigan farms, lake shores, and more!

July 3, 2023

Show Off Your Local Swag!

Shop local — and wear local, too! Check out our suggestions for great tote bags and other merchandise from small local businesses in Michigan.