Ludington Bay Brewing Co. beer glass sampler with Red Boot Ale for Ronald McDonald House of Western Michigan

Try Beers from All Over West Michigan

Breweries from throughout West Michigan are coming together for a night of beer, food and music.

Taking it Slow, The Sovengard Receives Snail Blazer Award

In an age of fast food, microwavable meals and delivery services, The Sovengard is bringing “slow food” back to Grand Rapids. Originating in Europe, slow food is a movement encouraging individuals and businesses to purchase from local farmers and cook meals in their own kitchens.

Eat local at these must-try Grand Rapids drive-thru restaurants

Whether you're in search of breakfast, lunch or dinner, we share the best places to grab a bite while on wheels.
The Commons street corn mac and cheese

Editor’s pick

The Commons is a favorite spot of mine. Open for just over a year now, I’ve found myself craving its Street Corn Mac and Cheese on more than one occasion.
Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery

Beer & Donuts Make a Great Pair

GR|MAG can’t think of a better pairing than beer and donuts and thankfully, neither can the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
Photo by Johnny Quirin

Seasonal Sipping

With the biggest meal of the year on the calendar this month, West Michigan brewers are ready to feast.
Blue Owl Coffee shop customers

Coffee Company Says Yes to the West Side

A Michigan coffee company is branching out into the city’s West Side.

Editor’s pick

I was impressed with Cooper's Hawk winery despite it being a national chain.

Wine tools

Enjoy your next bottle with these items.
New-Hotel-Mertens-bakery-and-cafe.

Downtown Restaurant Opens Bakery and Café

A French restaurant downtown has opened a bakery and café adjacent to its existing space.
Local First Fork Fest 2017

Fork Fest Dishes Out Local Fare

Grab a fork and get ready to dig into some delectable local fare. The seventh annual Local First Fork Fest event takes place on Thursday.

Distillery Opens for Brunch

Gray Skies Distillery is giving Sunday brunch a try beginning this weekend with Cocktails & Tacos.

Authentic flavors

The taste of Mexico is in your backyard.
Big E's Sports Grill downtown Grand Rapids beer taps

Sports Bar Opens Downtown

A sports bar with 84 television screens has opened in downtown Grand Rapids.

All hands on deck

On the shores of Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids sits an eatery both steeped in nostalgia and current with the desires of today’s diners.

Bulk dry goods store opens

Intending to limit the environmental impact of packaging, a local family opened Proprietary in June 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Outdoor dining spots

Where to dine when the snow starts falling.

Editor’s pick

Field and Fire Café in the Monroe North neighborhood is one of my favorite lunch spots in the city.

Valentine’s Day restaurants

Celebrate love at these establishments.

Tune into Turnstiles

This new West Side attraction focuses on food and music.

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