June 5, 2017

Shrimp with Wilted Greens and Romesco Sauce

Romesco Sauce 1 whole head fresh garlic 2 red bell peppers, halved and seeds removed 2 whole Roma tomatoes, halved and seeded 1⁄2 cup blanched almonds 1⁄2 cup…

June 5, 2017

Finding Local Food at the Fenton Farmers Market

The Fenton Farmers Market focuses on local produce and artisans. All products must be grown or made in Michigan. Weekly there are from 50 to 70 vendors featuring a huge variety…

June 5, 2017

The Essence of Local Food

Walk into Essence on Main in Clarkston and you’ll find yourself engulfed in a cloud of delicious smells: freshly brewed Bourbon Pecan Torte Coffee, warm organic ginger molasses…

June 5, 2017

Knickerbocker Crepe

Crepe Batter 3 cups milk 2 whole eggs 3 cups Westwind Milling company Wild Rose unbleached bread Flour 4 tablespoons butter, melted 3 teaspoons vanilla extract Pinch of…

June 2, 2017

The Flint Fresh Mobile Farmers Market Gets Rollin’

You may have heard or seen Flint in the news because of the water crisis, but the staff and volunteers of Flint Fresh are working hard to ensure…

May 31, 2017

Come ‘Catch and Cook’ with The Courtyard Restaurant in Alpena

The Court Yard Restaurant has become a time-honored tradition for many Alpena locals since the early 1980’s. Purchased in 2006 by natives Chris and Lora Carlson, the restaurant…

May 31, 2017

Return of the Red Drive Concert Series

Media Release For Immediate Release Date: May 22, 2017 Contact: Bailey Samp, [email protected] Return of the Red Drive Concert Series TRAVERSE CITY – The Village at Grand Traverse…

May 2, 2017

Illuminate Your Inner Fudgie at Grow Benzie

Two winters ago I spent an entire hour updating my star ratings on Netflix to dial in my preferences. It was worth my time.  Like driving to the…

May 2, 2017

The Farmington Farmers Market Welcomes you to Saturday Life in a Michigan Small Town

The Farmington Farmers & Artisans Market will open its 24th year of community service on Saturday May 20th at the corner of Grand River and Grove Street in…

May 1, 2017

Growing Knowledge: Michigan State University Student Organic Farm

The MSU Student Organic Farm (SOF) began as a student project and has grown into a 15-acre, year-round teaching and production farm. The farm is certified organic and…