St. Julian Winery

Winery Announces Tasting Room North of GR

A Michigan winery announced plans to open a tasting room north of Grand Rapids later this year.
Garage Bar and Grill in Godwin Heights.

Second Garage Bar & Grill Location Opens

The doors are open and the grill is lit at Garage Bar & Grill’s new Godwin Height’s location.
Harmony Brewing wood-fired pizza

Wood Fired Pizzas Coming to Harmony Hall

“Where’s your pizza,” is a common question Harmony Hall has been fielding since first opening in 2015.

Whitecaps Announce 2018 Menu Lineup & Fan Favorite

Mt. Wing-Suvius, the Wing Ring Volcano scored the most votes in the annual fan food favorite contest and will be available at the West Michigan Whitecaps home opener on April 5.
Roam's satay, tamales and chips 'n dips.

Global Street Food is the Focus of San Chez Owners’ New Restaurant Roam

New restaurant Roam promises to take your taste buds on a journey around the world.
Social Kitchen & Bar Salted Pecan Waffles

7 Must-Try Easter Brunches in Grand Rapids

For Grand Rapids, Easter isn’t just a holiday weekend; it’s a sign that spring is coming. Say goodbye to snow tires and parkas and say hello to t-shirts and tulips (we’re looking at you, Holland). To help usher in equinox, we’ve compiled some of the tastiest Easter brunches for April 1 – and believe us, brunch isn’t something we joke about.
Main Street BBQ Express

Main Street BBQ Opening Express Location

After three years in Lowell, Main Street BBQ is opening its second location and there may be others to follow.
Mayan Buzz

7 Spring Coffee Drinks to Try

Toast to the start of spring! As the days become longer, why not share a cup of coffee to celebrate? GR|MAG brewed up a list of seven special spring coffee drinks around Grand Rapids.
Jolly Pumpkin

The Globe Trotting Brewer Behind Jolly Pumpkin

There might not be a more well-traveled brewer than Ron Jeffries, the brewer behind the beers at Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales. With Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria and Brewery opening this week, 428 Bridge St. NW, GR|MAG decided to chat with Jeffries to get to know how his magical beers come together.
Happy Henna offers henna tattoos.

Coffee Bar Offers Weekly Wine & Henna Nights

Let your creativity shine on Wednesday evenings with Wine & Henna Nights at Squibb Coffee Bar.
The Mitten Co. is opening its third location in Saugatuck.

Mitten Brewing Co. Continues Its Lakeshore Expansion

The popular brewery on Grand Rapids’ West Side announced this month it plans to open a taproom in Saugatuck, the second satellite location for The Mitten, joining a location in Northport.
Chef Mick Rickard, The B.O.B.

The B.O.B’s Chef Mick Readies for Chili Cook-Off with These ‘Hot’ Tips

Professional and amateur chefs are busy stirring up pots of every variety of chili you can think of this week in preparation for the sixth Chilly, Blues and Brews East competition.
Marie Catrib's

Stop in for Dinner at Marie Catrib’s

When Marie Catrib’s announced changes to its winter hours of operation last fall – closing at 4 p.m. instead of 8 p.m. - the response was mixed, with some patrons disappointed they’d no longer be able to stop in for dinner and others congratulating the restaurant on the decision.
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks

Tree Themed Beers Take Over Taps at Logan’s Alley

Beer Month is coming to an end this week, but not without one last hurrah.
Coppercraft gin & tonic beverages.

Distillery Offers Gin & Tonic in Cans

This summer when you head out the door with a cooler filled with beer, don’t forget a few gin and tonics.
Pi Day at Grand Traverse Pie Company.

6 Places to Celebrate Pi Day In Grand Rapids

March 14 is known as Pi Day, which celebrates all things 3.14. To us, it sounds a lot more like PIE day, since math just confuses us – and makes us hungry.
Beer City USA mugs Photo courtesy of Experience Grand Rapids

New Brewsader App Makes GR Beer Even Easier to Find

Looking to spend an afternoon or a weekend touring Grand Rapids' best craft breweries? The new Brewsader app developed by Experience Grand Rapids makes it even easier to plan your outing and follow the city’s ale trail.
Paddock Place The Bar Exam

Get Schooled with this New Happy Hour

Grand Rapids' newest happy hour also includes a chance to learn about the cocktails you’re sipping.
Corridor Coffee

Couple Opens Corridor Coffee

Grand Rapids West Siders are a devoted bunch, with a desire to see their neighborhood grow but also to remain true to its hard-working, hardscrabble roots.
West Michigan Whitecaps Beercheese Poutine

Whitecaps Open Voting for New Concession Food

What would you like to be eating this summer as the Whitecaps take the field? Now is your chance to have a say in the newest item on the concession food menu.

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