Eat Local West Michigan

Lisa Rose Starner has written a new book about food in Grand Rapids, full of the stories of the gardens, restaurants and movements behind the culinary revolution happening in our own area.

The event at Ah-Nab-Awen Park will screen short films, with beer from New Belgium and food from The Organic Gypsy and Spoonlickers.

Chef Michael McKay Santo is gambling on a downtown spot that's been marked by high turnover in recent years.

The Local Feed on WYCE talks about preserving spinach for future use.

"We are so excited about joining the burgeoning food culture in Grand Rapids," said co-owner Jody Dotson, of their plans to open a new chocolate-making shop in the indoor Market Hall of the Downtown Market, 435 Ionia Ave.

Read my reviews in an underground, undercover tour of some of the best burgers in the area

LANSING — You'll likely be able to take home a growler of beer from your favorite bar or restaurant, now that a bill passed the House allowing establishments to sell the beer in resealable containers.

"Date Night" will take place every Thursday throughout the summer on the Market Terrace in conjunction with the outdoor seasonal market which features locally grown food vendors from 4 to 7 p.m.

Grand Rapids resident Diane Devereaux has extended her canning secrets and recipes for the world to enjoy and gives a new meaning to the word diva.

Strawberries are back in Season! Listing of other local foods that are at the market.

We talk to Melissa Harrington in this segment of The Local Feed, which airs on WYCE 88.1 every Tuesday and Friday. Harrington talks about their new building- and the vendors inside.

This week's list of new beers at Siciliano's includes several good ones from Southampton, Round Barn and Victory Brewing Companies.

Listing of local Michigan foods available at the Farmers Market

As Michigan moves further into summer, more variety, flavors and produce are available at markets in the area.

Eastown, Wealthy, East Hills and East Fulton Districts are to be vibrant and lively this Thursday during the Uptown Eat.Shop.Rock event.

CVLT Pizza wants to show people what farm-to-table truly means, and they want to do it with great-tasting pizza.

Strawberries have officially arrived! Come check out this weeks fare of fresh goods at the Fulton Street Farmer's Market.

Now featuring cooking demos, music and events, local farmers markets provide more than quality local food for shoppers.

"MSU Extension educators will have office space, which will allow them to present workshops and demonstrations throughout the year and connect with local growers and entrepreneurs."

Detroit based Motor City Brew Tours comes to Beer City USA to visit three breweries - Hideout Brewing Co., Perrin Brewing Co. and Rockford Brewing.

We talk to Katie Brandt about CSAs in this segment of The Local Feed, which airs on WYCE 88.1 every Tuesday and Friday.

The trick to successful food gardening is simple, and Our Kitchen Table is ready to share it.

Eat healthy. Eat local. Here's how.