Taking Matters Into Our Own Hands
You either sink or swim under the grueling demands of a busy professional kitchen. Chad Edwards has been cooking in Gaylord restaurants since age 14, and was the…
Is Your Farm FSMA Compliant?
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law by President Obama on January 4, 2011. The goal of this legislation is prevent contamination of food produced…
Shaping our Agricultural Landscape: The Farm Bill
Every five years Congress votes on a massive piece of legislation that dramatically influences the landscape and nutrition of our nation: The Farm Bill. This piece of legislation…
Ann Arbor Farmers Market – The Experience Never Ends
As we enter the fall season and enjoy the abundance of the autumn harvest, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market may be at its peak but the experience of…
Capture Farming and Adventure, in a Bottle at Rove
The job of a farmer is never done. To do it well, they must think critically and instinctively to determine the vast number of influences a plant may…
The Friendly Faces (and Farms) of Cheboygan
In our 2017 Guide to Local Food in Northern Michigan, we profiled Alpena in Northeastern Michigan. Now, it’s Cheboygan’s time to shine. We talked with a few…
Don’t Forget, the ‘Farmers Market Brunch!’
Media Release For Immediate Release Date: June 13, 2017 Contact: Bailey Samp, [email protected] Don’t Forget, the ‘Farmers Market Brunch!’ TRAVERSE CITY – Summer is here and it’s peak…
Convenient, Sustainable, and Accessible : Finding the Right CSA for You
If you’re looking for a easy way to consistently access local food, consider joining a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program.
Love of Local Food Leads to Tasty Partnerships
Nearly 15 years ago Epicure Catering was born of a desire to showcase the best artisanal products our region has to offer. In a rented commercial kitchen, we…
Eat Local for People, Planet, Economy
Where does your money go when you buy products from California or a major corporation?