From food truck to restaurant
This winter, Kirel Shaw took his Street Chef Shaw food truck concept and opened up a full-blown restaurant.
Save the date: Cider Week 2025
Cider enthusiasts, get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of craft cider in the heart of Michigan’s apple country!
Steak ‘n Shake brings back carhop
Steak ‘n Shake announced the return of its drive-in service at restaurants across the U.S.
Unbelievable Bargain Burgers
We’ve all seen the spike in food prices over the past several months. In spite of that, I was pleased to find that there are places where one can get a decent cheeseburger for less than $9 (exclusive of tax).
Foodie destination
Mediterranean Island is a go-to for area restaurateurs and chefs.
MudPenny opening second location in Ada Village
A successful Grand Rapids café whose origins sprang from a coffee cart in downtown Grand Rapids is opening a suburban location.
Food truck revamp
Gettin’ Fresh introduces Roll Call to the food truck lineup.
Best Bangkok for your buck
Today finds me laid up recovering from a broken ankle, thanks to Michigan winter and a treacherous icy sidewalk.
Capone’s: Leave your heaters at the door!
The allure of a speakeasy in downtown Muskegon is heightened if you’re privy to the legend that Al Capone owned a home in nearby Lakewood Club.
Why not the What Not?
On Monday nights in Fennville, The What Not Inn hums like a house party that never lost its rhythm. At 6 p.m., Wally, Jack, and Rick kick off the night’s first tune.
Bear Lake Tavern changes hands
A Muskegon-area businesswoman acquired a nearly century-old tavern on the water in North Muskegon.
The Forager: ‘A Real Find!’
Oddly enough, I was in the middle of putting at Pebble Beach when the call of the wild gave way, leading me to a New York state of mind.
Stylish & Delicious: Søvengård Reopens
For two years, there has been a lingering question about the Grand Rapids dining scene: “When is Søvengård re-opening?”
Three restaurants, one dream
Brunch at Lady Bird in Saugatuck started with a raspberry mimosa and quickly spiraled into a delicious dilemma...
Former Michigan football player Charles Woodson launches whiskey brand
Former University of Michigan football player and Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson released a new craft spirit line, Woodson Bourbon Whiskey.
Carolina Lowcountry Kitchen Focuses on Authentic Cuisine
Chef Tom Pugh ate his way through Charleston, South Carolina – the heart of low country cuisine - to ensure the authenticity of his newest venture.
Cue the charcuterie
Pack the perfect picnic — with a little help.
Don’t miss Maggie’s
Bridge Street has absolutely exploded the past few years and Grand Rapidians can find pretty much all they want along a tiny stretch of it just west of the Grand River.
Tasty Tamales
With costs rising at restaurants across the country, it’s refreshing when a spot offers up affordable, yet delicious cuisine.
Making tea with skill
A Muskegon tea room offering incredibly beautiful and tasty creations also provides respite as a "third space."





















