Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen

Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen

by | Jun 20, 2024 | Farmington, LBN Food

Marlo Bendon opened Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen in Plymouth in honor of her father. She offers small businesses a way to create their products in an industrial kitchen, but she also fosters them in getting their products on the market. Proud MItten Shared Kitchen is located in the Plymouth Arts & Recreation building in downtown Plymouth. Bendon has created a community of small businesses that can help each other grow.

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The Flower Project

The Flower Project

by | Jun 14, 2024 | Ferndale, LBN Retail

Operated by Michael Fraley and Brent Grant, The Flower Project is a backyard oasis that cultivates a variety of unique and seasonal cut flowers in Ferndale, MI. Aiming to introduce distinctive and unusual blooms to Southeast Michigan, they specialize in creating special arrangements, providing weekly bouquets, and offering spring bulbs. Weddings, bar mitzvahs, showers, and birthday parties, The Flower Project handles events at any level, from helping with arrangements, or simply providing flowers for your own creativity to bloom. Find their flowers at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, Birmingham Farmers Market, and coming soon to the Grosse Pointe Farmers Market.

Detroit Jerky

Detroit Jerky

by | Jun 13, 2024 | Farmington Hills, LBN Food

Doug and Ally Cohen, owners of Detroit Jerky, took over the business in December 2023 because they loved the product so much. Detroit Jerky offers six different vegan. gluten-free jerky options that are great for snacks, salad toppers and even in stir frys. Their products are available in 15-20 stores and online, with free shipping for orders over $30. Try the spicy mojito inferno or the cherry bomb, with a nod to Michigan cherries. 

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Salads for Life

Salads for Life

by | Jun 13, 2024 | LBN Food, Royal Oak

Karyn Kennedy is a longtime healthcare worker who founded Salads For Life, starting with her Vinaigrette LIfe dressing. It’s a refrigerated dressing with no preservatives or sugar, and it can be used as a salad dressing as well as a marinade, dip or even a spread on burgers. Kennedy also makes collard green wraps and salads at Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen in Plymouth on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Order ahead for delivery. Look for her Lemon Zest dressing, which is coming soon. Dressings are available at the Woodward Corner Market in Royal Oak. 

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MJC Marketplace

MJC Marketplace

by | Jun 7, 2024 | LBN Retail, Romeo

Kathy Osebold has created a world of discovery at MJC Marketplace in Romeo, MI, where shopping is not just a task, but an experience to remember. From home décor to furniture, antiques to gifts, apparel to gourmet foods, there is something for everyone at MJC. The joy of stumbling upon the perfect piece or uncovering a hidden gem adds excitement to every visit. With 20 unique vendors, and a commitment to providing top-notch service and style, MJC ensures that each customer leaves feeling satisfied and inspired.