April 1, 2022

Small Stores that are Big on Local

Where’s your go-to shop to treat yourself? Explore these Michigan local food grocers and retail stores that uplift other makers and artisans.

March 11, 2022

Lifting up Women-owned Businesses in Michigan

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we connected with a few of our Michigan partner businesses owned by women. Get to know their secrets to success!

Detroit Skyline
March 10, 2022

313 Day: Let’s Hear it for Detroit!

Join the celebration on March 13th, or 313 Day! Check out our list of favorite places to eat, to drink, and to experience in Detroit!

Goat munching on grass at Idyll Farms
March 9, 2022

Idyll Farms: Great Cheese is in the Details

What makes Idyll Farms’ goat cheese so special? Learn about their process that literally starts from the ground up.

March 2, 2022

Crop Spot: Herbs

Explore the versatile ways herbs are used for cooking and wellness as well as how to grow them in Michigan!

February 18, 2022

Stacey & Casey’s Southeast MI Local Loves

New staff members, Stacey and Casey, share the local places they love in Howell and Pinckney Michigan.

February 11, 2022

It’s Time to Sign up for a CSA!

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farms make eating seasonally easy! Learn how to find the perfect CSA farm for you!

February 10, 2022

Sam and Madelina’s Northern MI Local Loves

Introducing two new TLD staff members, Sam Samson-Miller and Madelina DiLisi! Get to know their favorite local spots in Alpena and Hancock.

February 10, 2022

Introducing Nadine’s West MI Local Loves

Introducing two new TLD staff members, Nadine Karadsheh and Kim True! Get to know their favorite local spots in Grand Rapids and St. Joseph.

January 6, 2022

A Year in Review for Taste the Local Difference

Since 2004, Taste the Local Difference has supported Michigan local food and farming businesses. Check out our year in review of what we accomplished in 2021!