Farmer 2 Farmer : Land for the Next Generation
The average age of farm operators in the United States is 58. In the next 20 years, an estimated 70 percent of privately owned agricultural land is expected…
They’re Open! Try these Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate Treats
Yahoo! It’s May! I love May in Northern Michigan because it’s the month of promise and renewal. Soon we’ll revel in long sunny days and nothing pairs better…
Love of Local Food Leads to Tasty Partnerships
Nearly 15 years ago Epicure Catering was born of a desire to showcase the best artisanal products our region has to offer. In a rented commercial kitchen, we…
Martha’s Rhubarb Pudding
What I like the most about having a restaurant in Leelanau County is the access I have to the abundant supply of fresh local food, wine, beer, and…
Stormcloud Brewing Company Grows Community
Local foods infuse Stormcloud Brewing Company, from the food to the brewery and even the hands-on customer experience.
Flatbread Pizza With Asparagus and Goat Cheese
This simple grilled flatbread is a summer staple. In spring, top it with asparagus and goat cheese, but, as the seasons change, try mixing it up with local…
The 2016 Guide to Local Food in NMI is here
Over the last year, Taste the Local Difference® has added a lot of new territory to our service area. For the first time ever we are including all…
Embrace Imperfect Produce
The storm that tore across Leelanau and Grand Traverse counties last month uprooted trees and damaged homes. But it also beat up a lot of locally grown produce,…
Homemade Flatbread Pizza
This simple grilled flatbread will become a staple this summer. Toppings can vary by season, but the simple five-minute naan is even tasty enough to eat by itself.…
Healthy Eating with Third Coast Bakery
By Tricia Phelps As we embark on a new year, many people are voicing aspirations of change & resolution for the months ahead. I love food too much…