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.
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!
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!
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.
Crop Spot: Herbs
Explore the versatile ways herbs are used for cooking and wellness as well as how to grow them in Michigan!
Stacey & Casey’s Southeast MI Local Loves
New staff members, Stacey and Casey, share the local places they love in Howell and Pinckney Michigan.
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!
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.
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.
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!