See that man with the apple on the cover? That's John Platte, of Platte Farms, and chances are you have bought produce from him at the Fulton Street Farmers Market. Meet him and other vendors you might recognize from the Midtown farmers market location, which officially opens for the season on May 7. Did you know that in Michigan you are never more than six miles from a natural water source? We explore how crucial it is that communities understand how their daily lives have an effect of Michigan's inland lakes on page 54. Great photographs in this issue by Johnny Quirin. Dining review of Little Mexico, plus a recipe for Beef Fajitas from Maggie Garcia of Maggie's Kitchen! Also, look for tons of Hot Shots from the Lady Gaga After Party, Betty White's LaughFest appearance, Grand Rapids Business Journal's Top Women Owned Businesses event and Taste of Soul Sunday.
