Beyond the Pasty
Rutabaga (also called swede) is a Brassica family (think kale, cabbage, turnips, broccoli, etc.) root vegetable commonly known to Michiganders as a pasty ingredient. Beyond the pasty, this…
Ann Arbor Farmers Market – The Experience Never Ends
As we enter the fall season and enjoy the abundance of the autumn harvest, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market may be at its peak but the experience of…
Falling into Flavors and Memories of the Season
As sad as I am to see summer go, I am ready for the fall. I love the way the golden light hangs in the trees this time…
Growing Opportunity in the Eastern UP’s Fields, Forests and Farmers Markets
When a small group of individuals driven by the idea of bringing a farmers market to Les Cheneaux first met, they envisioned a Friday night tourist attraction in…
Posen’s Got More than Potatoes!
“How’d we end up getting this fancy lettuce? This stuff is good!” exclaimed a Posen High School student walking through the cafeteria line one day.
Squash Time is the Best Time
During this time of year, The Local Grocer is a squash wonderland!
Oryana: National Co-op Month
Community can often be a word people just toss around, but when the community literally owns your business, there is no taking it lightly. Oryana Community Co-op was…
The 4th Annual Empire Hops & Harvest Festival, October 7th
The 4th Annual Empire Hops & Harvest Festival in downtown Empire will take place this weekend, October 7th from Noon – 10pm! The festival takes place after an…
Farmers Market Find Cocktails
With all the wonderful bounty northern Michigan has to offer, it’s not only easy to eat local, it’s delicious! But why should your plate have all the fun?…
Packing Up My Knives
“All changes are more or less tinged with melancholy, for what we are leaving behind is part of ourselves.” – Amelia Barr I’ve worked in a few kitchens…