Winter is coming and, with it, local food businesses are bracing for impact. As we cozy up and stay safe at home, our beloved restaurants and shops are navigating the need to pivot, yet again. “There’s an upcoming season of hustling hard, reinventing, celebrating small joys, and unfortunately, suffering some substantial losses,” says Lauren Bloom […]
** Please follow current state recommendations when gathering this holiday season. ** 2020 has been, frankly, an extremely challenging year. 12 months ago, no one wore a mask, elbow bumps weren’t a thing, and social distancing wasn’t even in our vocabulary. We couldn’t imagine that our lives were going to change like this, but we can […]
We are proud to release our annual holiday gift guide. This year, you can find delicious, useful, and of course, LOCAL, items that make for great gifts at michiganlocalgiftguide.com. Organized by categories, it’s easy to find the perfect present for anyone on your list, whether they have a sweet tooth or enjoy relaxing with a glass of Michigan […]
The holidays are approaching which means it is time to start searching for your Michigan grown Christmas tree!
December has come, and we all know what this time of year brings us in Michigan–colder and shorter days, snow-covered roads, and a sometimes strong desire to cozy up and hibernate (which isn’t always bad!). As long as we all remember that there’s still a ton going on in our beautiful, snowy state of Michigan […]
Skip the big box store and buy local this holiday season! Our 2019 Holiday Gift Guide for Michigan Food & Drink helps your find the perfect gift for your favorite food lover. Check it out at localdifference.org/holiday.
Chag Sameach! Everyone’s family has their own twist on holiday favorites. As you celebrate the Hannakuh with your loved ones, try out these classic recipes.
Want to add a special spin to your holiday gifting? Try your hand at making your own! Even if you’re not the creative type, these gift ideas are ready for crafting novices and aces alike.
Make room at the table for everyone this holiday season with these delicious plant forward main dishes! These recipes highlight Michigan produce and provide options for all eaters.
With temperatures starting to plummet in Michigan, begins the never-ending question of how will we source local ingredients throughout these fiercely cold months? What can we include in our meals that will allow us to support the local economy in the most brutal of seasons? And resoundingly, desserts appear, again and again. Opportunities abound for […]