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Here's an excuse to try something new: a whole month dedicated to produce. Take the kids to a southeast Michigan farmers market – then try these food ideas. Comments: 0
Posted 06/14/13 @ 09:32 AM
Now this is a holiday to remember! It's all about the doughnuts, so enjoy a sweet treat, homemade style, with one of these delicious recipes. Comments: 0
Posted 06/07/13 @ 11:20 AM
Why not celebrate dad's big day a bit early? Or get a jump on the June 16, 2013 date by having your kids make him a breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert menu! Comments: 0
Posted 05/31/13 @ 09:36 AM
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Oh My Lolli! Custom Handmade Hard Candy StoreA from-scratch hard-candy maker in Brighton gives a few tips on taking a crack at it yourself. |
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Tortilla Cup Salad Recipe by Grosse Pointe Kid Wins AwardFourth grader Imran Mihas made a yummy, healthy creation that won him a top prize in his school district as part of its first-time Sodexo Future Chefs contest. |
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Make Your Own Pretzels With this Family Friendly RecipeUsing a basic bread recipe (or frozen dough) and a bit of shaping and baking skill, parents and kids can create tasty salty snacks right at home. |
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Southeast Michigan Farmers Market and Community-Supported Agriculture GuideLooking for local fruits and veggies? Metro Parent's 2013 list covers farm fresh produce from farms to CSAs, from Detroit to Ann Arbor and beyond. |
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Michigan-Grown Vegetables: 10 Delicious Picks for Your Family to TryReady to visit your local farmers market and sample some late spring hometown veggies? Test out our taste guide, first, to get your kids interested. |
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Price Comparisons: Organic vs. Conventional FoodsOrganics have traditionally been more expensive, but growing availability and grocery store brands may help narrow the gap. We compare costs on 10 staples. |
Head behind-the-scenes for some fun extra photos of Madison, 12, of Macomb Township. She's this year's CoverKids grand prize winner!
Head behind-the-scenes for some fun extra photos of Hannah, 5, of St. Clair Shores, our very 'classic' looking southeast Michigan CoverKid for May.
Check out the money-inspired cover outtakes from the April issue of Metro Parent, featuring southeast Michigan CoverKid Ava of Fraser.
Browse this month's cover outtakes, featuring local CoverKid Saahil – and his imaginary friend!
Find tons of education and school help for southeast Michigan families – and much more – in this issue. Plus, meet our CoverKid: Preston of Oakland County!