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.

Guests enjoy the Alpena Social District with the social district cups
August 1, 2022

Get Social in Downtown Alpena!

Downtown Alpena’s Social District has created opportunity for local businesses — and for guests! Check out the now expanded offerings, including Presque Isle Farm and the Alpena Marina.

July 26, 2022

Recipes from the Sara Hardy Farmers Market: Summer Garden Crudité

Try this crudité recipe featuring Traverse City radishes, fennel, snap peas and tomato at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market on July 30th!

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.

July 4, 2022

Know Your Market: Bridgman Open-Air Market

Follow Southwest Local Food Coordinator, Neil Davey, as he meets the vendors at the Bridgman Open Air Market.

July 3, 2022

Crop Spot: Stone Fruits

It’s stone fruit season in Michigan. What are they? How are they prepared? Find out about these seasonal fruits in this Taste the Local Difference article.

July 3, 2022

86 the Fast Food and Eat Local on I-75

Fast food isn’t your only option while driving on I-75 this Summer! Slow down and check out these Mid Michigan eats close to the highway.

June 30, 2022

Get the Scoop on Michigan Ice Cream!

Support Michigan dairy this National Ice Cream Month with treats from fudgsicles in Empire to ‘turkey tracks’ in Dutton!

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.