Colombian on Ionia

Paola Carlson isn’t planning to slow down any time soon.

Paddock Place put out to pasture?

Gilmore Collection's Paddock Place, located at 1033 Lake Dr SE, has suspended restaurant operations to revitalize its kitchen and dining rooms, effective immediately. 

5 Knives replaces Rico’s at Riverview Center

Imagine walking into a café, grabbing a drink, ordering an apple cranberry turkey panini that’s ready in five minutes and then walking out without ever opening your wallet.

Taking it outside

Located behind some commercial store fronts at 928 Wealthy St. SE in a 100-year-old auto shop, Speciation Artisan Ales and Cellars is one of those places that is in the center of everything, but you have to know exactly where to look for it.

Seriously elevated cuisine

Just a few months ago, I was sitting at the same table Ernest Hemingway spent many days at in the heart of Madrid.

Drinks with Pat

Today is a pretty cool column, as I catch up with an old, mentor-ish buddy of mine. 

An invitation to the chef’s table

In full view of the bustling kitchen team at the Amway Grand Plaza, a one-of-a-kind dining experience that gives guests a behind-the-scenes look at a chef’s table awaits.

Hotel district serves up some surprises

Always on the forefront of the Grand Rapids food and beverage scene, AHC Hospitality has announced a number of new offerings, from summer fare and retro cocktail carts to an exclusive new nightclub experience.

The best winery in the Midwest?

A West Michigan winery is in the running for USA Today's 10Best Tasting Rooms in the country.

Saugatuck Brewing snags former Busch boss

With Bud Light’s decision to employ trans activist influencer Dylan Mulvaney as a spokesperson, only to watch its stock crater, it’s hard to believe beer could become a divisive topic.

A new way to save time at Fresh Thyme

A store that boasts 600 items from local vendors has announced a new streamlined online ordering system. 

Recipe: Antipasto Salad

With good weather comes lots of opportunity for getting together. With that in mind, it's time to start thinking of what to bring to the next summer picnic or potluck.

Summer fare is everywhere

‘Tis the season for new summer menus and a high end chain restaurant with one location in GR is no exception.

Beach Town Deli Doubles Capacity

The service counter at The Farmhouse Deli & Pantry, 100 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, is my happy place.

Flavors that will floor you

To feel like a kid again, indulge in a popsicle. The first time an ice cream truck rolls down my block each spring, grown men rush out with money in their hands. You go, guys!

Tour de Food Trucks and then some

What’s better than enjoying a fine spring evening at Lookout Park, with its spectacular west-facing view over the city?

A heavenly recipe

In just a few short weeks strawberry season will be upon us. The seasonal delicacy is generally available from area growers beginning in mid June.

Indian or Italian?

Let’s get this out of the way up front: I’ve never met an Indian dish that I didn’t like. But Indian-themed pizza made with naan bread crust? What?

Four beer gardens to visit this weekend

After the schizophrenic spring we've endured (warm one day, cold the next), I thought I'd remind our readers which beer gardens offer good springtime options for enjoying Grand Rapids' favorite beverage outside. 

A family recipe

A tortilla is a type of flatbread that can be traced back thousands of years to people of the Sierra Madre Mountains in Mexico.

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