Hand-pick Specials at Very Veggie Saturday
The Grand Rapids Downtown Market wants you to eat your greens this Saturday.
Restaurant Trading American Fare for Cali-Mex Menu
After six years, the Crooked Goose in Standale is closing its doors, but the restaurant space won’t be empty for long.
Editor’s pick
I was impressed with Cooper's Hawk winery despite it being a national chain.
Warm Up at the Ice Jam
Specialty beers are just one part of the Ice Jam next weekend.
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.
Editor’s pick
Tiramisu is one of my favorite desserts, and Amore Trattoria Italiana is one of my favorite places in the city to get it.
Coffee Company Says Yes to the West Side
A Michigan coffee company is branching out into the city’s West Side.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Restaurant Opens Bakery and Café
A French restaurant downtown has opened a bakery and café adjacent to its existing space.
Sports Bar Opens Downtown
A sports bar with 84 television screens has opened in downtown Grand Rapids.
Seasonal Sipping
With the biggest meal of the year on the calendar this month, West Michigan brewers are ready to feast.
Distillery Opens for Brunch
Gray Skies Distillery is giving Sunday brunch a try beginning this weekend with Cocktails & Tacos.
Hidden gem in Creston
Michael Goessman loves the ingredients he can find in West Michigan.
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.
Tune into Turnstiles
This new West Side attraction focuses on food and music.
Outdoor dining spots
Where to dine when the snow starts falling.
Owner closing Wikiwiki Poke Shop
A fast-casual seafood bowl restaurant in Grand Rapids’ Wealthy Street neighborhood will close next month.





















