New WIC rules include more money for fruits and veggies. They also expand food choices
The federal program that helps pay for groceries for millions of low-income mothers, babies and young kids will soon emphasize more...
The Metro: Baobab Fare co-owner talks 2024 James Beard nomination, plans to expand in Detroit
When Baobab Fare opened its doors in 2021, it quickly became a favorite restaurant of many. The Burundi-inspired restaurant offers...
Kellogg’s facing backlash, boycott this month following controversial comment from CEO
Kellogg's Company could face a national boycott beginning this week after comments made by its CEO caused a huge backlash...
Bird flu confirmed in Michigan cattle, poultry
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been detected in a mid-Michigan dairy herd. Nora Wineland, Michigan's state veterinarian,...
Green Grocer project is back to bring fresh food to Detroit’s neighborhoods
For too many Detroiters, the local grocery store or convenience store doesn’t offer fresh, healthy food. According to city officials,...
Detroit Evening Report: State seeking input on nutrition, food security programs for Medicaid recipients
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking public input on potential services for Medicaid recipients designed...
Ann Delisi: Alpino named Detroit Free Press’ 2024 Restaurant of the Year
The Detroit Free Press and the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers on Thursday named Alpino in Detroit its 2024 Restaurant of...
Ann Delisi: Detroit Free Press reveals its top 10 new restaurants of 2024
The Detroit Free Press and the Metro Detroit Chevy Dealers have unveiled their list of the Top 10 New Restaurants...
Detroit chef and community builder Max Hardy dies at age 40
Maxcel Hardy, an award-winning chef, restauranteur and community leader in Detroit, died on Monday at the age of 40, his...
Ann Delisi: Free Press food critic Lyndsay Green unveils Restaurant of the Year Classic
Every year, in addition to highlighting Detroit's best new restaurants and Restaurant of the Year, the Detroit Free Press and...
Black-led Sepia Coffee Project aims to bring specialty coffee to Highland Park
Martell Mason has worked in the coffee trade all over the world. But when he returned to his native Highland...
Detroit Today: A new way to think about food security in Detroit
Food insecurity continues to be a problem in Detroit, with roughly 69% of households identified as food insecure in 2021,...