http://upnorthfoodies.com/ en info@artmeetsearth.org Copyright 2010 2010-08-31T13:25:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/tomato_canning_workshop/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/tomato_canning_workshop/#When:13:25:00Z Come learn how to can tomatoes; or if you know how, come join in the fun of a community canning party. The workshop is limited to 8 participants. Events 2010-08-31T13:25:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/growing_hops_in_northern_michigan/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/growing_hops_in_northern_michigan/#When:22:19:00Z The Record-Eagle reports on a new crop in town in [Hop to it: Local crop makes a splash in beer](http://record-eagle.com/features/x654500534/Hop-to-it-Local-crop-makes-a-splash-in-beer). Farming 2010-08-30T22:19:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/peaches_galore/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/peaches_galore/#When:21:41:00Z We found a wonderful new source for peaches just down the road, and ended up with the best peach jam ever. Farming 2010-08-30T21:41:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/canning_tomatoes/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/canning_tomatoes/#When:21:13:00Z Canning Tomatoes for Sale! Miscellaneous 2010-08-30T21:13:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/time_for_wine_and_microbrew_festivals/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/time_for_wine_and_microbrew_festivals/#When:14:20:02Z The [Traverse City Wine & Art Festival](http://traversecitywinefestival.com/) returns for its second year at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons tomorrow, August 21, from 3-10 p.m. Celebrating the wine, food and culture of Michigan's wine coast, the festival features local wines, food from local restaurants, music headlined by Larry McCray, Greg Nagy, Song of the Lakes Trio, May Erlewine & Seth Bernard, and artwork from 3 arts organizations and more than 60 regional artists. Next up is the [Traverse City Summer Microbrew & Music Festival](http://www.porterhouseproductions.com/2010/07/28/summer-2010-tcmmf-info/), which takes place at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons Friday & Saturday, August 27 & 28. The festival features craft beers, ciders and meads from all over the country, plus food, games, meet-the-brewers tasting sessions, and live music on two stages. Events, Wineries 2010-08-20T14:20:02-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/strawberry_jam_and_smoothie_recipes/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/strawberry_jam_and_smoothie_recipes/#When:14:32:00Z Stock up for winter! Here are a couple ways to use frozen strawberries throughout the year. Recipes, Drinks 2010-08-13T14:32:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/still_strawberry_season_in_cedar/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/still_strawberry_season_in_cedar/#When:01:46:00Z U-pick/We-pick healthy, All-Natural strawberries through the fall at Cedar Sol Hydro Farm. Farming, Recipes, Drinks 2010-08-12T01:46:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/cooking_local_culinary_basics_with_chef_keil_moshier/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/cooking_local_culinary_basics_with_chef_keil_moshier/#When:19:27:00Z Space is still available in next week's adult cooking class: COOKING LOCAL & CULINARY BASICS with Chef Keil Moshier August 16 - 20 9:00-12:00 in the kitchen at [The Children's House](http://www.traversechildrenshouse.org/default.asp) in Traverse city. $125. Check out our garden and learn the importance of fresh local produce. Take an in-depth look at sauce making techniques, roasting, grilling and how to break down recipes. This class teaches basics from a master chef's perspective. Chef Keil is a graduate of the New England Culinary Institute and co-owner of Patisserie Amie and Chez Peres in Traverse City. Call the school at 231.929.9384 or [register online](http://www.traversechildrenshouse.org/adult2010.asp). Chefs, Events 2010-08-10T19:27:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/fair_season/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/fair_season/#When:21:16:00Z If you're looking for old-fashion family fun, you're in luck. Michigan communities host more than 80 fairs throughout the state. See what's scheduled for up north! Miscellaneous 2010-08-02T21:16:00-05:00 http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/endorsement_of_local_foods/ http://upnorthfoodies.com/index/endorsement_of_local_foods/#When:13:24:00Z Mario talks up local foods [Record Eagle](http://record-eagle.com/features/x91130030/Nonprofits-benefit-from-Batalis-generosity) on Writer's Guild event Events 2010-08-02T13:24:00-05:00