IDC Soul Song cocktail

Soul song

This month, try the Soul Song cocktail from IDC at the Amway Grand Plaza.

Taqueria San Jose closing down

A Mexican restaurant in Grand Rapids is permanently closing on New Year’s Eve.

Chocolate study offers food for thought

As you gear up for the holidays, or if you've already indulged in more Hanukkah gelt than planned (no judgment here!), this recent study brings a delightful twist to the season.
Bryan Esler

Restaurant revival

Gaia Café is cooking once again thanks to Andrea Bumstead’s determination.
Founders releases CBS.

Renowned Beer Released Today

Perhaps the city’s most renowned beer is released today.

Colombian on Ionia

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

Fibonacci sequence inspires new beer

A downtown brewery is about to release a stout of cosmic proportions.
New Hotel Mertens serves up traditional "meat & potatoes" French cuisine.

Restaurants brace for unknown amid virus outbreak

Though restaurants have scrambled to convert their businesses to carryout-only service, most of them say they will not be able to stay afloat for long — even the restaurants that have predominantly relied on carryout service for the majority of their revenue.

Founders rolling out 4 Giants variant

Founders Brewing Co. is releasing the first variant of its imperial IPA 4 Giants.

Cocktail Week GR: Bartender Spotlight

Get into the holiday “spirits” during Grand Rapids’ fourth annual Cocktail Week, a citywide celebration of brightly colored alcoholic concoctions available from Nov. 7-18.
Bar Divani, Photo by Michael Buck

A Taste of Grand Rapids

From the Grand Rapids Magazine August 2018 issue. Available on newsstands now or via subscription.Foodies, rejoice! Grand Rapids’ ninth annual Restaurant Week, held by Experience...
Kelvin & Co. Grand Rapids

Barbecue Restaurant Opens Doors

An “urban barbecue” restaurant that offers gluten-free and vegan options has opened in town.
Brick & Porter Pinky Up burger

Try Every Grandwich Entry

It’s time to rev up your taste buds and tie on a bib — voting has begun for the best Grand Rapids-made sandwich.

Summer wines

Amy Ruis shares her top summer wines.

Owner of New Hotel Mertens opens second pop-up restaurant

The owner of a local French restaurant, café and bakery have opened a pop-up pasta restaurant on-site.

Local Salvation Army celebrating National Donut Day

The Salvation Army of Kent County will deliver 35 dozen doughnuts Friday to thank first responders for their work in the community.

Real Seafood Co. opening restaurant in downtown Grand Rapids

A sister restaurant to The Chop House and Palio will bring fresh seafood, a raw bar, steaks and more to a downtown Grand Rapids development.

A new groove

When East Hills favorite Grove, owned by Essence Restaurant Group, reopened this past spring, it was nearly unrecognizable from its former self.

Celebrating cider

Pux Cider Taphouse brings heirloom apples to the table.

Recipe: Honeycrisp Applesauce

This recipe calls for only five ingredients. It doesn’t get easier than that!This recipe calls for only five ingredients. It doesn’t get easier than that! Just grab a pot and something to stir with, and you’re halfway to making a delicious, fruity applesauce.

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