
Michigander Beach Bum Cocktail
Try this great Summertime cocktail from the Fresh Palate in Alpena, which uses Michigan raspberries, cherries and basil.

Get Going on Gardening with Our Free Printable Planner
Start on your Michigan garden today with our free printable planner, including a square-foot garden map!

Dive into the History of Eating with the Janice Bluestein Longone Archive
Take a trip into the past of American eating with the Janice Bluestein Longone culinary archive at the University of Michigan.

Simple Black Bean Soup
Try this easy weeknight recipe for Black Bean Soup from Greentree Cooperative in Mount Pleasant, MI.

Crop Spot: Asian Greens
Curious about Asian greens, like tatsoi and mizuna? See our guide to these varieties, how to cook them, and how to freeze them for later!

Veggie Ramen
Try our recipe for comforting Veggie Ramen using local Spring produce, like boy choy!

What’s in that Greenhouse?
Curious about what’s in those big white structures when you pass by a Northern Michigan farm? Learn more about why Z&N Farm, Lakeview Hill Farm and TLC Farms use greenhouses and hoop houses.

Black Eyed Peas and Collard Greens in Coconut Milk
‘Dishes like this remind us to prioritize feeding our souls while we feed our bodies.’ Try this recipe for hearty winter ingredients!

Celebrating Michigan Fish Producers with a Bounty of Local Seafood
Ready to eat local fish? Use this resource from the Michigan Sea Grant, originally printed in the 2022 Local Food Guide.

Lentil Dal
Try this Lentil Dal recipe from Karma Wellness Kitchen of Detroit in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop!