Hey hey, did you know it's almost National Farmers Market Week?! Yep, August 7th -13th has officially been deemed National Farmers Market Week this year, and we're excited because we love pretty much everything about farmers markets! And to help us celebrate, our favorite food truck, Cooper's StrEATside Bistro is hosting a special Local Flavors dinner at the Old Capitol Farmers Market on Wednesday, August 10th. They'll be serving up some kicked-up farm-fresh cuisine featuring

Couldn't make it to your hometown farmers market? Wishing you could find more local produce at your nearby grocery store? This year Illinois Stewardship Alliance has partnered with supermarkets and retialers across central Illinois to highlight locally-grown produce, making it easier for you to find the products you love and continue to support local. Check out the upcoming Buy Fresh Buy Local Days where you can meet local farmers, try samples and pick up recipes for seasonal

Local Flavors Week, a new program of Illinois Stewardship Alliance, kicked off this June, giving residents of rural central Illinois communities a chance to purchase a farm-to-table meal from favorite hometown restaurants. Local Flavors Week is a spin-off of the popular Local Flavors series that has taken place in larger communities in central Illinois for the past eight years, including Bloomington-Normal, Springfield, Champaign-Urbana, and Peoria. This new series aims to re

We're happy to announce the next Local Flavors lunch in Bloomington-Normal will be held on Thursday, July 21st at Kelly's Bakery and Cafe. They've crafted an awesome special menu featuring the freshest flavors of the season from right here in central Illinois. All you have to do is stop by for lunch on July 21st and order from the Local Flavors Menu for a memorable meal that supports small farmers, sustainable business practices, the humane treatment of animals, and stronger

We're thrilled to announce the second Local Flavors destination will be Midnight Espresso in Peoria on Thursday, July 21st. Chef Ryan Smith believes in using the best and freshest ingredients and knows this means sourcing from local farmers with a commitment to sustainable practices. He's whipped up a stunning 3 course lunch menu featuring the finest flavors of the season. You can order a la carte or try all 3 courses for just $25. Make a reservation today and feel good knowi

The second Local Flavors dinner destination in Champaign-Urbana will be at Big Grove Tavern on Thursday, July 21st at Big Grove Tavern. In addition to their regular menu, they've crafted an awesome special menu featuring the freshest flavors of the season from right here in central Illinois. All you have to do is make a reservation or stop by for dinner on July 21st and order from the Local Flavors Menu for a memorable meal that supports small farmers, sustainable business pr

The next Local Flavors dinner destination will be Driftwood Cocktail and Eatery on Thursday, July 21st. Check out their awesome 4 course menu chock full of local ingredients below. Plus each course will be paired with delicious local brews from Rolling Meadows Brewery. There will be two seatings, one at 5:00 pm and one at 8:30 pm. Make your reservation today for a memorable meal that supports small farmers, sustainable business practices, the humane treatment of animals, and