From a long line of bakers and brewers, we were looking for a way to put our stamp on a family tradition. Distilled spirits was the answer.
Then, the real work began. Formulations and recipes were developed to get the target taste profile from each spirit. Bottles were ordered, labels designed, knuckles were scraped. The dream became reality. We now produce an expanding line of libations and spirit-inspired wares including hand sanitizer at our distillery.
Dana Mate Dones, the Board President of the Mitten Foundation, comes in to chat with Chef Shawn.
About the Mitten Foundation:
Mitten Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that exists to enhance and elevate our community by utilizing the resources of The Mitten Brewing Company and partners.
Each month, the Mitten Foundation partners with a different local non-profit organization in an effort to raise both funds and awareness. With the help of its staff and customers, Mitten Foundation and The Mitten Brewing Company has raised more than $150,000 for local organizations since 2012.
The foundation's criteria for choosing non-profit partners is twofold: the organization must be local, and they must be small enough that the donation will make a measurable difference. The foundation strives to connect each dollar donated to the effect it has.
The Mitten Brewing Company was humbled to receive the West Michigan Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professional’s 2015 “President’s Award” in recognition of its commitment to fundraising. The company plans to expand its community involvement efforts as it grows, and they recently started an employee volunteer program that provides staff with opportunities to become personally involved with non-profit partners.
For more information about the Mitten Foundation’s monthly non-profit partners, how you can get involved with the foundation, and all other donation inquiries, please contact Dana Mate Dones at dana@mittenbrewing.com.
Tina Iker, Operations Director, for the savvy casual eateries by Paul Lee talks a little about The Winchester and summer plans for the food truck "What The Truck!?"
Chef Jeremy Paquin converses with Shawn Kohlhaas in the WYCE studios today to speak about the unique Essence Restaurant groups Farm to table restaurant concept Grove
Head Brewer Heather Vredevoogd lights up out studio of her story with Shawn Kohlhaas of her progress through learning brewing and how she became the head brewer at the Hideout Brewery
Tune in as Shawn speaks with Justin Sterman, the Program Manager for the local Non-profit Kitchen Sage. Kitchen Sage provides culinary education and work opportunities for young adults in our ever grown urban atmosphere of Grand Rapids.
Molly Kopen takes to the microphone to speak with Shawn and our listeners about the local eats that Chef Jeff at Divani dishes out along with what libations they cascade to our palates
Shawn speaks with co-owner of Aperitivo and Art of the Table Amy Ruis about their cool sips at Aperitivo and their shopping delights at Art of the Table.
Chad Calder from Noto's Old World Italian speaks with Shawn Kohlhaas in the studio about the bi-annual charity Winefest that helps support many non-profit organizations including the Greater Grand Rapids American Culinary Federation.
Gene LaCroix III is in the studio with Shawn Kohlhaas speaking about the restaurant beginnings of the Onion Crock and how it transformed into the local business that it is today.
Woodbridge Dairy Farms own Karen Uebbing converses with Shawn Kohlhaas on the shared cow/milk program as well as all the other fun stuff that they do at their farm.
Whitney Belprez from Two Sparrows Farm joins us in this segment of The Local Feed to speak with Shawn Kohlhaas about thier farm and the diversity that they cultivate
Afton Devos visits with Shawn Kohlhaas to speak about the direction of Kids Food Basket to help defeat food insecurities for children in the West Michigan area
Melissa Harrington is our special guest speaking with Shawn Kohlhaas about the great offerings at one of Grand Rapids most popular local food sourcing locations the Fulton Street Farmers Market in Downtown Grand Rapids
Shawn Kohlhaas interviews Sarah Sherman with Blis Gourmet on their locally produced sauces and seasonings that are storming the gourmet market world wide
Shawn Kohlhaas interviews Debra Eid the Executive Director at the Grand Rapids Co-Operative to talk about local growing and opportunities to obtain local produce
Shawn Kohlhaas converses with Matt Smith the Owner and Head Butcher at Loiuse Earl Butcher about thier local farm procurement practices and thier tail to snout meat production sustainability practices
Lisa Armstrong the new owner and blogger for Eat Local West Michigan sits in the studio with Shawn Kohlhaas to speak about the new direction of the local blog with expansions for food tours and local food education
Shawn Kohlhaas interviews Award winning Chef Timothy England on his food service operation at Beacon Hill at Eastgate, an exclusive Independent living facility for Seniors that has a direct approach to local and Farm to Table dining
Over 62 years ago Harvest Health Foods began with a passion to bring wholesome nutritious foods to your neighborhood. Today that passion still holds true. Harvest Health is the go-to natural and organic foods store, providing a large selection of certified organic produce, bulk items, herbs and spices, gluten-free foods, dairy-free, nut-free and other allergen free foods, body care & supplements that meet established product values.
Today Shawn Kohlhaas speaks with Chef Zack Pisciotta about the new and interesting flavors at Reserve and the different wines that are availible by the glass.
Chef Patrick Conrade speaks with Shawn Kohlhaas about their new Scandinavian biergarten and restaurant concept bringing local produced and grown foods to your plate
Host Shawn Kohlhaas speaks with Wob Wanhatalo Head Brewer at The Mitten Brewery a local brewery speciaizing in local craft brews with nitro brew a AWESOME pizza!
Shawn Kohlhaas speaks with Chris McKeller the Owner at Loves Ice Cream and speak about their locally produced ice cream as well as their new concept Rocket Pies, a locally made pizza joint!