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!
Local Foodie Tour: Holland
Tiptoeing through the tulips is certainly a highlight for Hollanders and tourists alike, but the mid-sized southwest city offers plenty of activities and treats throughout the year. What…
Introducing Nadine’s West MI Local Loves
Introducing two new TLD staff members, Nadine Karadsheh and Kim True! Get to know their favorite local spots in Grand Rapids and St. Joseph.
Proteins and Vegan Mains for the Holiday Table
Interested in trying something new and local for the holidays? We’ve listed Michigan local sources for centerpiece mains, from leg of lamb to butternut squash.
A Guide to Shopping Locally at your Neighborhood Market by Meijer
Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Royal Oak are three distinct cities with one thing in common: they’re home to a local neighborhood market by Meijer. Meijer, a Michigan company…
Where to Find your Local Food Guide
It’s early summer in Michigan! And here at Taste the Local Difference, that means one thing: a new edition of our annual Local Food Guide. We’re busy hand…
Perspectives: What It’s Like to be a Michigan Black Business Owner
This past year was not easy for business owners. Restaurant owners navigated constant changes in policy and safety updates, farmers rallied for the safety of their employees, markets…
Farming While Black in West MI: Groundswell Community Farm
Groundswell Community Farm in Zeeland is planting a new seed in the West Michigan farming community. BruceMichael Wilson is a Black and Native farmer who took over Groundswell…
Join Your Local Food Co-op Effort
“Co-ops are for the people, inspired by the people, built and driven by the people,” says Dr. Akua Woolbright, Board President of the Detroit People’s Food Co-op, a…
Highlight on Healthy Eating: National Nutrition Month
Michigan companies make it easy to celebrate National Nutrition Month. Here are our suggestions for keeping a healthy lifestyle while choosing local! Make your smoothie routine as smooth…