January 3, 2023

Four Foodie Date Nights in Grayling, MI

Have you enjoyed local food and shopping in downtown Grayling? Make a date of it!

December 5, 2022

Shop with your Michigan Food Hub this Winter

Shop with your local food hub, like Grow Eastern Market in Detroit, or Sprout in Battle Creek, to make an impact with your local food economy!

November 4, 2022

Stroll through a Winter Wonderland with Grayling’s Christmas Walk

Join the 45th annual Christmas Parade in downtown Grayling for a Light Parade, Christmas Village, visits with Santa and so much more!

October 31, 2022

Gift Local this Holiday Season!

Are you shopping local for holiday gifts this year? We make it easy with the Michigan Local Gift Guide – the holiday market that never closes!

September 7, 2022

Michigan Condiments, from Savory to Sweet!

A side of local, please! Check out some of our favorite Michigan-made condiments, from peanut butter to vinegar to ketchup!

August 1, 2022

What’s in our Local Picnic Basket?

What are we snacking on for our Michigan-made picnic? Local beers, cheese, cucumbers and more! Check out our suggestions.

July 20, 2022

What is a Food Co-op?

Michigan has a number of local food cooperatives (co-ops). Learn about their history, structure, and how to join your local food co-op.

July 7, 2022

Know Your Farmer: Providence Organic Farm

Providence Organic Farm’s story begins with living soil and partners Andrea and Ryan Romeyn. Today, the farm is a hub in Central Lake, with a CSA and even Mexican food pop ups.

June 22, 2022

Let’s hear it for Avalon International Breads! 

In the mid-1990’s, Jackie Victor and Ann Perrault created an artisan bakery in Detroit with 4 employees. 25 years later, Avalon International Breads is booming – and setting the example.

April 1, 2022

Small Stores that are Big on Local

Where’s your go-to shop to treat yourself? Explore these Michigan local food grocers and retail stores that uplift other makers and artisans.