We’ve put together an itinerary for a weekend getaway in Grand Rapids — or a staycation if you want to experience your city like a tourist.
Author: Austin Langlois
Austin Langlois is a freelance writer, ambitious photographer, adventurous foodie and addicted to podcasts.
6 Grand Rapids Bakeries Worth Their Wheat
Put down the white bread and the uninspired donut. If you’re craving bread or sweets, there’s no better place than locally owned craft bakeries.
5 mocktails to power through Dry January
We know that getting through a month without your favorite adult beverage isn’t easy. But we’re here to help with a few tasty mocktails — it’s all the flavor without the alcohol.
Grand Rapids’ 12 New Restaurants of 2018
Wow! What a year. 2018 feels like it lasted about 10 years—so long that you probably forgot that the Winter Olympics, the hottest debate (was it Yanny or Laurel?) and IHOB (likely the dumbest call for attention ever) were all JUST THIS YEAR.
9 Great Foodie Gifts for Everyone on Your List
If you’re shopping for someone who loves food (which, let’s be honest is most everyone in town), then we’ve rounded up some of our favorite, affordable gift ideas from local businesses.
Hickory Creek Winery Brings “Old World” Winemaking, Small-Batch Vintages to West Michigan
Founded in 2006, Hickory Creek Winery just celebrated its first year under the ownership and viticulture leadership of Adam McBride.
Choosing the Perfect Thanksgiving Wine
In preparation of arguably the best holiday of the year (Thanksgiving), we sat down with Hickory Creek Winery’s owner and winemaker Adam McBride to get the lowdown on how to choose the best wines for turkey day.
The Sovengard expands into new dining space with lunch service
Known for its Nordic fare and biergarten (one of Grand Rapid’s coolest outdoor dining spots), The Sovengard has expanded to the storefront upstairs. Before, the main dining area was a bit hidden from the street – but now, it’s front and center on Bridge St.
Soldadera Coffee Debuts Spiced Cold-Brew Coffee “With a Purpose”
A new player has decided to jump into Grand Rapids’ strong craft coffee scene. Family-owned Soldadera Coffee recently debuted its cold-brew coffee inspired by “café de olla,” which traces its origins back to the 1900s during the Mexican Revolution.
8 Outdoor Patios in Grand Rapids to Soak Up Summer
When you only have three months of summer (in a good year), it’s critical to take every opportunity to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather. What better way to soak up summer than dining al fresco?