Local Food Tour: The Village at Grand Traverse Commons
Spend your afternoon strolling, sipping and savoring at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons! This historic and beautiful location offers a taste of Traverse City, all within walking…
Ojibwe Chef Reclaims “Food as Medicine” through Indigenized, Accessible Food
Chef Cam Stott is using traditional Native foods to remind people that food is medicine and that Native people are still here, through his new project Thirteen Moons…
Moving U.P. Food Businesses Online
We are excited to announce that Taste the Local Difference has partnered with the Upper Peninsula Small Business and Development Center (SBDC) to offer 20 U.P. food and…
Michigan Gifts for Your Valentine’s Day and Beyond
Stumped on what to give your Valentine this Sunday? Need inspiration for a romantic gift for an upcoming birthday celebration? Check out our local sources for great gift…
Taste the Diaspora Detroit Celebrates Foods of the African Diaspora for Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, three local food entrepreneurs are launching an initiative called Taste the Diaspora Detroit (TDD). This celebration of Africa’s contribution to American cuisine…
Life Lessons From Culinary School
I recently finished a journey through culinary school, graduating with my fresh Culinary Sales and Marketing degree from the Great Lakes Culinary Institute. While I did learn a…
Grand Lake Never Tasted So Good
On the shores of Grand Lake, Sand Bay Trading Post Co. grocery and Woody’s Grand Lake restaurant are a labor of love for owners Gary Plankell and Todd…
A Love Letter to Restaurants
Dear Chefs, Cooks, Front and Back of House and all Hospitality Workers… This is for you. You’ve always been creative. We’ve seen it and admired it for years.…
7 Easy Ways to Safely Support Local Food Businesses this Winter
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…
Fall Food Tour of Grand Rapids
Check out our fall foodie favorites in Grand Rapids!