Connecting the Dots of Michigan’s Local Food System
Taste the Local Difference is makes connections for local food businesses for a successful, thriving community.
Winter Finds at Eastern Market
What is there to eat in the winter at Eastern Market? Hot coffee, shawarma, soup, crepes and chess pie, of course!
Find Your Inner Foodie in Copper Country
Copper Country is host to an incredible local food community. Find delicious bites at local restaurants and farmers markets!
Crop Spot: Michigan Goat Milk
Have you tried goat milk? Use our easy recipe for goat milk yogurt, or find local goat dairy farms in Michigan!
A Tour of Grand Rapid’s Downtown Market
Check out some of Downtown Market’s food entrepreneurs and their culinary creations – from Love’s Ice Cream to Nduja Melt sandwiches.
Beekeeping Clubs in the Upper Peninsula
Beekeeping Clubs in the UP are a hive of information and community! Learn what Michigan beekeepers are up to in the Winter and beyond.
Grow Your Future: the Great Lakes Incubator Farm
Are you ready to start your sustainable farming business? Apply to the Great Lakes Incubator Farm in Traverse City!
Mackinaw Sunset Sour
Love New York Sours but wish there was more Michigan? Try this recipe from the Carriage House at Hotel Iroquois on Mackinac Island!
Mangalitsa Pork Chops with Traverse City Cherry Balsamic Sauce
Use your Mangalitsa pork chops from Up North Heritage Farm in their locally-focused recipe!
Perfect Pairings
Find the perfect local food and wine pairings at Burritt’s Fresh Market! Check out their three suggestions for seasonal selections.