Eat Local
Locavores, from roadside farm stands and farmers markets, share their bounty of freshness.
by Pati LaLonde
The Great Lakes Bay Region is dotted with small farms, where passionate growers and specialty food producers sell the bounty of their gardens, fields, and kitchens. Here we celebrate a handful of this growing band of “locavores” and share their stories, which will explain why everything they offer tastes so good.
Harvesting from Asphalt
Young urban gardeners learn food agricultural sustainability as they plant, grow, and reap their summer vegetables.
by Michael and Denise Thompson
Someone who grows fruits and vegetables “should treat a garden with kindness, the way you would treat another person,” Dion Cooper says.
Read more...Letting Flavors Shine Through
A Frankenmuth native and certified natural food chef encourages people to enjoy the flavors of the season.
by Andrea Deering
During late summer, residents of the Great Lakes Bay Region are fortunate to find delicious and abundant local fruits and vegetables to spice up their meals. Caroline Wallace, a San Francisco-based certified natural food chef, enhances her recipes with locally grown and organic foods. She “loves experimenting,” and encourages people in her hometown region to relax and enjoy the entire cooking experience.
Sponsored Message
by John S. Lore
President and CEO
Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance
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The future of any region is directly related to the talent, dedication, and resourcefulness of the people who call that region home. There are myriad programs throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region that help develop and enhance leadership skills, inform individuals about opportunities… |
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Huron Shore
Magazine
Something's Fishy
Bay Port's oldest industry goes on a fishing expedition
by Janis Stein
Grab a Paddle
Lake Huron's natural beauty and people-friendly small towns along the coastline will float your boat on these two-day water adventures
by Bill Diller
When Chris Boyle was in middle school, he vacationed in a cottage along the shore of Lake Huron, near Port Austin. He loved the area, and loved the water.
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Woolly Thinking
A fiber artist inspires knitters to appreciate two simple stitches, soft yarns, and a dream of what they can create
A fiber artist inspires knitters to appreciate two simple stitches, soft yarns, and a dream of what they can create
by Janis Stein
Fiber artist Sharron Rutz turned hobby into passion by converting a century-old granary into a business—her knit shop called Sticks N String.
Read more...Dwelling in the Great Lakes Bay
Hickory Haven
A new-build kitchen, with warm wood cabinets and flooring, is entertainment-worthy
by Jack B. Tany
Read more...Classic Lines, MODERN Flair
An open floor plan lets a custom-designed, luxury home live larger than houses twice its size
by Kimberly Bone
When Greg Awad built his family’s home in the late ‘90s, he wanted to create a custom space that offered maximum livability and timeless designs that would grow and evolve with his family’s needs.
Vacation-proof Your Home
Enjoy peace of mind when you're away with these expert tips
by JD Polzin
Getting away from your busy life is hard enough without having to worry about your house.
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