Local First Fork Fest 2017

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.
Pho 616 head chef Cam Loan Nguyen.

Pho 616 is a Family Affair

Some men might not want to admit stopping into their parents’ house on a regular basis for a home cooked meal, but Ty Nguyen said he regularly goes to his parents’ house for lunch and dinner.
Grain serves up sandwiches on the West Side.

Mom and Pop Sandwich Shop Opens in Grand Rapids

On the West Side of Grand Rapids sits “a mom-and-pop shop with a twist,” as co-owner, Sylene Wilkining described it.
GVSU Beekeepers harvest honey every fall.

It’s Time to Stock Up on West Michigan Honey

The buzzing never stops at Grand Valley State University’s two apiaries as bees from 13 hives constantly churn out honey.

Brewery Partners with Fire Station on New Beer

New Holland Brewing's Knickerbocker and the Grand Rapids Fire Department collaborated on a new project that brings together beer and the Great Lakes Burn Camp.

10 Must Visit GR Coffee Shops

Whether it’s the buzz of creative conversations or the actual buzz from the caffeine, I always feel more productive at a coffee shop. Since Grand Rapid experiences nine months of colder weather, it’s a true java hotspot; there’s nothing better than a steaming cup of craft coffee on a crisp fall day, amirite?

Local Brewery Wins Big in Denver

A Grand Rapids area brewery walked away from the Great American Beer Festival in Denver with one of its biggest honors.
Wyatt makes his public debut this weekend at John Ball Zoo.

Brewery Introduces Red Panda Ale

Harmony Hall is partnering with John Ball Zoo to pay tribute to one of the zoo’s newest additions, in Grand Rapids fashion: through beer.
Rendezvous bar in the Amway Grand Plaza

New Amway Grand Plaza Bar Hints at Historic Past

The new Rendezvous bar at Amway Grand Plaza has quickly become a hot spot since opening two weeks ago.

Marie Catrib’s Closes for Dinner

Popular East Hills restaurant Marie Catrib’s will serve breakfast and lunch only according to an announcement the restaurant’s owner made on Facebook Tuesday.
Head to Robinette's for pumpkins, cider and more.

5 Places to Celebrate Fall in GR

It’s officially fall! With the cornucopia of local farms and orchards (not to mention picturesque color tours), some argue fall is the best time of year in town. Whether you’re looking for fresh-pressed apple cider or to find the perfect pumpkin, we’ve found five places in Grand Rapids to celebrate the season.
Interior of The Sparrows on the West Side

The Sparrows Is Ready to Pour on the West Side

With 10 years under its belt on Wealthy Street, The Sparrows Coffee Tea and Newsstand expanded this weekend with the opening of its second location.
Cedar Spring Brewing Company

Cedar Springs Brewing Co. Celebrates Oktoberfest Tradition

It’s nearing the end of September, which means it’s time to celebrate Oktoberfest. The real festival started last week in Germany and lasts until next week, but the Edelweiss Club of Grand Rapids is hosting Oktoberfest West Michigan this weekend, September 29 and 30, at John Ball Park.
Bistro Bella Vita Celebrates 20 Years

After 20 Years, Bistro Bella Vita Stays Fresh

Aaron Van Timmeren, head chef at Bistro Bella Vita, said there was a time when the Grand Rapids Griffins would play and the restaurant would be dead. Now on game nights, Bistro Bella Vita is packed - as it is most other nights of the week when something is going on in downtown Grand Rapids.

20 Happy Hours in GR By Neighborhood

From the North Quarter to Heartside, we scoured Grand Rapids’ 10 neighborhoods for the best happy hours around. Regardless of where you work or live, there’s always somewhere to score cheap drinks and tasty bites.
Russo's International Market opens downtown location

Specialty Market Moves Into Downtown

A specialty market with a long reputation in the community has opened its doors downtown.

Rockford Brewing Pitches Tent at Harvest Festival

If you are attending the annual Harvest Festival in Rockford this weekend, be sure to stop by Rockford Brewing’s beer tent and pick up a beer brat.

Pub Crawl Taps Into ArtPrize Venues

A new pub crawl tour offers you a fun way to view hundreds of ArtPrize entries while enjoying beer from more than a dozen breweries and restaurants downtown.
Long Road Distillers takes top honors in USA Today Readers' choice poll

USA Today Readers Name Local Distiller Best in the Nation

Grand Rapids is home to the best craft spirits in the nation, according to readers of USA Today.
Johnny B'z celebrates National Cheeseburger day with $5 burger & beer deal

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With a Local Favorite

In honor of National Cheeseburger Day today, Johnny B'z is offering a $5 deluxe burger and PBR beer special until closing time. The eatery, located on Wealthy Street, said you can swap out a Coke product for the PBR if you're on the clock.

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