farmers market
West Michigan Cooperative sees growth, opportunities in new space on Michigan Avenue
by (keri.amlotte)
Submitted 04-01-2014 under NEWS
Since their founding in 2006, West Michigan Co-op, a Grand Rapids based online farmers market, had been sharing space with other businesses during their monthly pick-up nights. But after years of growth, West Michigan Co-op had outgrown the shared...Downtown Market offers programs to supply low-income peope with food, business skills
by (dansteenwyk)
Submitted 02-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
“We’re part of the Heartside neighborhood and we consider ourselves part of the neighborhood,” says Mimi Fritz, president of the Downtown Market. “If we’re needed for something we’re here. We want to make sure we...
In Season: November 30, 2013
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-30-2013 under NONPROFITS
Just In at the Market: Wreaths & Garland Egg Nog Christmas Trees Get it Before It's Gone: Chestnuts Currently at the Market: Brussel Sprouts Turnips Sweet PotatoesWinter SquashPie...
In Season: November 23, 2013
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-15-2013 under NONPROFITS
Just In at the Market: Wreaths & Garland Get it Before It's Gone: Broccoli Currently at the Market: Brussel Sprouts Cranberries Turnips Sweet PotatoesWinter SquashPie...
In Season: November 9
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-05-2013 under NONPROFITS
Just In at the Market: Cranberries Get it Before It's Gone: Fall Raspberries Broccoli Celery Currently at the Market: Brussel Sprouts Cranberries Turnips Sweet PotatoesWinter SquashPie...
Downtown Market brings local flavor to Grand Rapids
by (rpontius)
Submitted 09-03-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
The Downtown Market opened its doors this Labor Day weekend to a warm reception from Grand Rapids residents. “We’ve gotten really great reactions so far,” says Emily Davis, the Market Assistant and Event Coordinator Intern. “...
Shop Seasonally: serving up spice with peppers and onions
by (Amy Hinman)
Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
As the season progresses, crops that need more time to develop are finally becoming ready. Consider making some fresh pizza sauce with just-ready tomatoes, or baba ganoush with a fresh eggplant. Events at the market: The Downtown Market: On...
Shop seasonally: everything you need for a stir-fry
by (Amy Hinman)
Submitted 07-17-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
If you were thinking that it's too hot to cook (but you still want to), have no fear, it's stir-fry season! There are few things that sautee up better than summer squash or zucchini, and with minimal time over the hot stove. Not feeling so...
Creating a fresh community at the Downtown Market
by (Downtown Market GR)
Submitted 07-02-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS
The brand new, not-even-fully-opened Downtown Market is planting the deep roots that are the key to building a strong community. With a bustling line up of tenants for the approaching opening of the indoor portion of the market, and the growing...
Shop Seasonally: saying 'farewell' to rhubarb, and 'hello' to cherries, snap peas and pickling cucumbers
by (Amy Hinman)
Submitted 07-02-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
'Tis the season for a culinary adventure. Not sure what to do with all the veggies in your CSA? Want to add a few techniques to your culinary arsenal? Ever wondered how to pronounce kohlrabi? Chances are that the person selling you food probably...