July/August 2025
Features
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Curating wellness through art
If you are looking for someone who knows a lot about what a hospital environment is like, Rosalind Ebrom is a good candidate.
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Food + Drink
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Reserve reverses course with Allora: coastal Italian fare
The buzz around Grand Rapids’ culinary scene has reached a new high with the debut of Allora — a coastal Italian restaurant that marks a bold reimagining of the space formerly known as Reserve.
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Top brunch spots in Grand Rapids – Part 1
Summertime in Grand Rapids means longer mornings, sunnier skies, and one very important question: Where are we going for brunch?
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Black Napkin sears competition
Grand Rapids Magazine has been a fan of The Black Napkin since the day they opened their doors.
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Top brunch spots in GR, part 2: Speak EZ
In the first part of our brunch spotlight, we dished on the charm and finesse of Littlebird — a downtown staple known for elevating the classics.
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The best birria money can buy
Mexican food trends come and go, but El Globo Restaurant is Grand Rapids’ OG for birria tacos.
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Top brunch spots in GR, part 3: Anna’s House
Now, we’re turning our attention to a local chain with a big following: Anna’s House.
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Behind the gold door
Nightwatch Lounge: a must-try speakeasy haven tucked into the heart of downtown and hidden behind a gold door.
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Bring on the BBQ
If late summer has you thinking about picnic food—the real kind, there’s a place in Kentwood you simply must try!
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Top brunch spots— Part 4
Whether you’re a weekend warrior chasing blueberry pancakes or just looking to elevate your morning routine, Grand Rapids is full of standout brunch spots and Morning Belle is no exception.
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Look + Feel
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Lighthouse Bluff called
When the Noordyk family of Fremont came across a five-story modernist home perched above the Lake Michigan shoreline near Fennville, they didn’t just see a summer house—they saw potential.
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The intermittent fasting trend: a case study
At Grand Rapids Magazine, we’re always on the lookout for inspiring stories from our community, especially those that showcase personal transformation and dedication.
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Build strength, fuel metabolism
Menopause is a major transition in a woman’s life, marked by a drop in estrogen that brings noticeable changes in the body.
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Bocce, anyone?
Few things can bring together a group of friends like a solid game of bocce ball.
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The faces of fashion
Step inside Roman James at 620 Wealthy Street and you’re immediately greeted by more than just stylish clothing—you’re wrapped in light.
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People + Places
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New light on dark waters
Willow Waldron once spent summer afternoons paddling her kayak through West Michigan’s winding rivers, with her three dogs in tow. But those carefree outings came to a halt after she learned that the foamy debris on the surface of the water — something she once laughed off as harmless — contained PFAS, a class of […]
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Hot days, cool tunes: Relax at Rosa rolls on
The heat’s not letting up—but neither is the music.
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4 splashy spots for the dog days
The dog days of summer are here, and while you’re reaching for sunscreen and flip-flops, your four-legged friend is dreaming of cool waves.
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The Feel Good Foodie
Yumna Jawad and her new husband were living in Dearborn and picking up their dinners from her mother or his, both amazing cooks who made favorite Mediterranean recipes from scratch.
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White glove treatment
Imagine your mother—she’s lived in the same home for more than 40 years. The carpet still holds the shape of furniture that’s stood in place since your childhood.
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The looker’s legacy
David Hockney is known the world over for his use of vivid palettes and leveraging technology in his art making.
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A dream deferred, not denied
When Grand Rapids City Attorney Anita Hitchcock announced her retirement, the moment carried more than the usual weight of a public official stepping away after decades of service.
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