West Africa on South Division

Sixteen countries make up West Africa, and all 16 are represented in Grand Rapids. That means a lot of weddings and other special occasions — and a lot of demand for traditional food to get the party started.

Chicken and waffles franchise coming to Grand Rapids

A fast-casual chain known for its portable chicken and waffles is coming to Celebration Village this fall.

Mother of all tacos available on the go

It’s lunchtime, but it’s cold, wet and rainy outside. You’re craving some authentic Mexican restaurant food, but you just don’t don’t want to leave the cozy confines of your car.

SpartanNash revamps Knapp’s Corner D&W

A grocery store at Knapp’s Corner has a fresh coat of paint and more local products.

Food trucks parking downtown for World of Winter Festival

Starting this month, food trucks aren’t just for summer anymore in downtown Grand Rapids.

Chick-fil-A restaurant opening in Walker

A new Chick-fil-A location is opening in Walker this week.

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.

Clean Eatz settles into Cascade Township

The owner of a wellness-focused café and meal plan service is settling into his space after opening late this summer and is gearing up to offer delivery.

Mitten Pizza Co. Rockford opening doors

The founders of The Mitten Brewing Company are opening an artisan pizza place in the Rockford area this week.

Midland couple to open Taste of Cairo in downtown Grand Rapids

Dale and Riham Erdman were drawn together by a shared love of Egyptian food, and there’s nothing they want more than to pass that on to Grand Rapids.

Apple Spice Box Lunch & Catering marks three years with cookie giveaway

A box lunch delivery and catering franchise is celebrating three years by giving back to its customers in a delicious way.

Cookie shop debuts 24-hour vending machine

A local bakery added an outdoor cookie vending machine patrons can use round the clock.

American Katsu

Nestled at the vibrant intersection of Cherry and Diamond Street, KCM stands as a culinary gem, seamlessly blending the flavors of Korea and Japan with an American twist.

Brooklyn-style bodega in GR

Bagels are seemingly all the rage nowadays in Grand Rapids.

A funky burger place

It might not be often — or ever — that Marky Mark is walking around Grand Rapids.

‘Spicy Saturday’ returns to the Downtown Market

A popular annual day of fiery flavors will return to the Grand Rapids Downtown Market this Saturday.

Southern comfort

Basalt features a blend of Tex-Mex and local flavors.

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