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In 2019, Hannah started Hummus Goodness with a simple mission of crafting authentic Lebanese-style hummus with fun and unique flavors. "I grew up in a traditional Lebanese household where hummus was found at almost every meal. The hummus found in retail stores today are nothing like the hummus I grew up with which inspired me to start Hummus Goodness,” said Hannah. Luckily, five years ago, stores like Capital City Market put their faith in Hummus Goodness, and now their products are available at all Meijer supercenters.

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When you walk into Great Lakes Pot Pies, the first thing that greets you isn’t just the aroma of buttery dough and savory fillings; it's the feeling of comfort that lingers in the air. It’s the warmth of home, wrapped in flaky pastry and filled with care. Founded in 2016 by Jannie Teitelbaum, what began as a simple kitchen experiment soon grew into a Michigan-made legacy of handcrafted gourmet comfort food.

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Let’s say you have a craving for something sweet. Perhaps a melt-in-your-mouth cupcake topped with fresh frosting. Maybe a slice of carrot cake—but just one! Or it could be a made-from-scratch no-bake cookie that reminds you of your childhood.

If you’re visiting Capital City Market, your craving is sure to be satisfied with a sweet treat from Cupcakes & Kisses.

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When you think of dog treats, you probably think of bone-shaped snacks, bits of kibble, and perhaps a rawhide or pig’s ear.

Fur Real Dog Snacks are made from what dogs want: real meat and animal ingredients you may not typically consider.

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Levi Johnson, Jr. was born into a family of great cooks. His grandfather, Ottway Clemons, was a pit master. Everyone in Covington, Tennessee, sought out his Bar-B-Q special sauce, which was made with white vinegar and packed a lot of heat.

But Mr. Levi knew that in the north, grill masters and Bar-B-Q enthusiasts like their sauces a bit milder with a hint of sweetness.

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Michigan hockey moms are a rare breed. Shuttling their kids year-round to and from practice and games in rinks across the U.S. and Canada. They sit in ice arenas, cheering their players on, then spend time on the road in hotel rooms while their kids rest or do homework.

But in the case of Pam Aughe, RD and Lu Cannon, sometimes they develop a line of all-purpose seasonings that have cooks shouting, “Score!”

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Gabrielle Kassab, the “Gabby” of Gabby’s Garden Natural Foods, is more than the namesake, she is the driving force who comes from a long line of food and restaurant entrepreneurs. In 2012 Gabby and her parents Nick and Wesson co-founded Gabby’s Garden in West Bloomfield, Michigan. They taught her not just the skills of business but the values of perseverance and passion behind the food industry.

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Three unique and delicious ways to incorporate sweet potatoes into your meals this month! Brought to you by the Meijer Dietitian team.