Coffee = Community for These 3 Michigan Shops
From cozy couches to community causes, Michigan coffee shops are brewing more than just great cups—they’re cultivating connection. From Foster Coffee Company to Dead River and Lemonjello’s, discover how local cafes create “third places” that bring people together, support global farmers, and keep Michigan’s coffee culture thriving.
3 Ways to Say ‘I Do’ to Michigan this Valentine’s Day
Show your love for Michigan this Valentine’s Day! From cherry vinegar to handcrafted pasta sets and romantic winery dinners, celebrate with locally made gifts and experiences that make hearts (and taste buds) swoon. Shop small, savor local, and say “I do” to Michigan love!
Gin & Jam Easy Cocktail
Shake up something local and lovely! This easy Gin & Jam cocktail recipe turns your favorite Michigan gin and local jam into a quick, colorful, and customizable sip. Perfect for impromptu guests or festive nights in, it’s a sweet-tart way to toast the season.
A Michigan-Made Holiday: Our 2025 Local Gift Guide
Shop local and make the holidays even more meaningful this year! Our 2025 Michigan Holiday Gift Guide is packed with foodie favorites, artisan finds, and delicious ways to celebrate the season—all made right here in the mitten.
Apples in Michigan
Michigan grows over a billion pounds of apples every year, making fall the perfect time to bite into this local favorite! Head to a U-Pick orchard or explore one of Michigan’s many apple festivals for family fun, fresh cider, and crisp autumn flavors. Discover why Michigan apples are a true taste of the season!
A Conversation with Feel Good Foodie
Get inspired by Michigan-based food writer and influencer Yumna Jawad of Feel Good Foodie! From community-powered cooking to top West Michigan food spots and trending high-protein meals, discover how Jawad is making home cooking feel good, simple, and fun.
A Peek at the Produce Section in West Michigan
Pop into North Kent Connect of Rockford or the People’s Food Co-op in Kalamazoo, and you’ll recognize the names of local farmers in bright displays of fresh produce. But what does it take to stock those shelves? Learn more about local sourcing in the produce department for these West Michigan markets.
West Michigan, It’s Time to Start Composting
In West Michigan, it’s easy to eliminate your own personal food waste with a residential composting program.
Preserving Michigan’s Agricultural Legacy, One Farm at a Time
MiFarmLink makes connections for farmland stewardship to conserve our agricultural legacy.
How to Eat Local this Winter in Michigan
Curious about where to find your local produce now that the traditional growing season is over? Keep up on eating local with these tips!