If you’re a foodie in West Michigan, you won’t want to miss the chance to bid on these drool-worthy packages at the Signature Chef’s Auction for the March of Dimes.
Signature Chefs Auction Serves Up Foodie Fantasy Packages for the March of Dimes
October 30, 2010 by
Reflections on Making It In Michigan
October 28, 2010 by
On Monday I was privileged to be able to attend the Making It In Michigan conference in Lansing. Not only did I discover lots of new Michigan entrepreneurs, but I learned about MSU’s product center and thought about local food from a broader marketing perspective.
In Season: Late October
October 25, 2010 by
What’s in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you’re curious about what’s at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every week at The Rapidian. Some of the ingredients are hyperlinked to recipes from my other blog, The Local Cook. Enjoy! New at the market! Cranberries Currently at […]
Making It In Michigan: Celebrating Michigan products!
October 19, 2010 by
Next week I’ll be attending the Making It In Michigan conference at Michigan State, an annual event where individuals can determine if their product can pass the virtual market validation test, put their product in front of hundreds of key food and agricultural buyers at the tradeshow, or attend educational sessions covering strategies in recipe […]
Yes, it is possible to eat locally in West Michigan in the winter!
October 18, 2010 by
Whenever I talk about eating local food, the question always comes up, “What about winter?” Discover some resources for eating locally in West Michigan even in the snowy months.
25 Kitchen + Bar {Review]
October 14, 2010 by
25 Kitchen + Bar has been on my list of restaurants to visit for awhile now. They are quite active on Twitter and I wanted to k now what the fuss was about. Bonus, I was able to try them out using Restaurant.com coupons!
In Season
October 13, 2010 by
What’s in season? What fresh produce is on the horizon? If you’re curious about what’s at market, the Fulton Street Farmers Market publishes a list of goods every week at The Rapidian. Some of the ingredients are hyperlinked to recipes from my other blog, The Local Cook. Enjoy! New at the market! Brussel Sprouts Cranberries […]
Reflections on Future for Food
October 12, 2010 by
Last Saturday, October 9, I had the opportunity to attend the Future for Food at Trillium Haven Farm, which was part of the Not Your Average Speaker Series by Rapid Growth Media. We were greeted by lovely music, a veritable fast based on the produce from Trillium Haven, and a keg of Founder’s Pale Ale. I […]
Mark your calendars for Restaurant Week GR!
October 8, 2010 by
Celebrate our local chefs with Restaurant Week Grand Rapids 2010! There are more than 50 restaurants participating. Simply make a reservation at one of the participating restaurants and for only $20.10 a person you’ll get a fresh, 3 course meal. How cool is that? As a bonus, each restaurant will donate $1 from each 3-course Restaurant […]
Apple Picking: A Great Family Activity!
October 4, 2010 by
Apples were the first ‘picking’ experience our kids ever had. Granted, the day was filled more with five rowdy cousins chucking apples at each other than getting them into the bags, but still. Fond memories were made.
