April 9, 2024

Destination Up North Michigan Country Stores

Make sure to put a pin in your road trip map for these locally-focused Northern Michigan stores!

March 13, 2023

What’s in that Greenhouse?

Curious about what’s in those big white structures when you pass by a Northern Michigan farm? Learn more about why Z&N Farm, Lakeview Hill Farm and TLC Farms use greenhouses and hoop houses.

June 13, 2022

Recipes from the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market: Tomato Chaat

Use Traverse City heirloom tomatoes in this Tomato Chaat recipe from Chef Chris Mushall of Chateau Chantal Winery and Bed & Breakfast. .

Edson Farms Sign
March 7, 2021

3 Ways to Stay Healthy and Shop Local with Edson Farms

Edson Farms helps their community with wellness, and features local products on their shelves to achieve that mission. This Traverse City store has brought wholesome, sustainable and allergen-friendly…

April 17, 2019

Microgreens: More than a beautiful garnish!

Microgreens are young greens that are full of color, have an intense aromatic flavor, and come in many varieties. From spicy, sweet, and bitter, there is a microgreen…

October 5, 2018

Grow Benzie Food Truck Continues at Sara Hardy Farmers Market

Taste the Local Difference is excited to announce that The Grow Benzie Food Truck will continue brunch at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 8 –…

July 7, 2018

Summer Spaghetti with Pea Shoot Pesto and Roasted Tomatoes

Here is one of my favorite quick and easy recipes to enjoy during the Summer. I always try to make pea shoot pesto in the early Spring and…