November/December 2023
Every issue
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‘Tis the season at Broadway Bar!
Ever been to the Broadway Bar during the Christmas season? It’s truly a sight to behold.
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Food + Drink
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A Cut Above!
Bridge Street. A sunny summer Sunday in Grand Rapids. Today’s food and beverage destination: Butcher’s Union.
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Restaurant of the Year!
While the Grand Rapids culinary scene continues to improve every year, there has been one steady ship pushing the boundaries for West Michigan diners the past decade.
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Create a DIY Bar Your Guests will Love
When it comes to holiday entertaining, no one wants to spend the night making drinks instead of enjoying their guests.
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My Thai: Little Bangkok
Ever notice that the first time you taste a dish, if you like it, that’s what you expect it to taste like in perpetuity at every other restaurant that serves it?
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Craving authentic Mexican fare?
When it comes to south-of-the-border style culinary adventures in Grand Rapids, there’s a place on the north side that’s causing quite a stir.
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Five favorites for festive cocktails
When the days grow short and the nights grow long, a little holiday cheer in a glass may be just what the doctor ordered.
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The Wine Guys of West Michigan
Now…let’s get one thing straight: Don’t shoot the messenger! Without meaning to denigrate the denizens of Michigan wine country, a significant portion of the region’s wines, especially the reds, would not hold up to scrutiny to the oenophiles of the world. We have, however, found a few winemakers from West Michiganders who can compete with […]
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Look + Feel
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From footwork to mental fitness
We’ve all had struggles in life. Some are life altering, some affect us for days or even weeks, and some affect our mental wellness for the rest of our lives.
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Christkindl is coming!
If you’re dreaming of a Christmas-time European getaway, you don’t have to travel farther than the Downtown Market.
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The Bird House
Brad and Becke Shiel wanted a change. They were ready for the next chapter in their lives. Despite loving their Eastown existence for the last 20+ years, their children would soon be leaving the nest and Becke wanted some elbow room. Brad was thinking of going on his own career-wise so they would need space […]
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Heartside Insiders
You may have noticed some changing façades on Division Aveneue South.
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People + Places
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It’s show season at DeVos Performance Hall
Grab the family and head to DeVos Performance Hall where two very distinct versions of the beloved holiday classic take center stage this season.
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Unique gifts and where to get them
Looking for local gifts this holiday season? How about something unique that your loved one won’t expect? We have ideas!
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The heart (and sole) of aging
Jennifer DiVita has been too young and “too seasoned” in her work life, but she’s just the right age for her first novel.
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Elf in Concert
Take in New Line Cinema’s 2003 holiday comedy “Elf” on the big-screen at DeVos Performance Hall as Grand Rapids Symphony performs John Debney’s whimsical score
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Listen to the animals
Gayle Boss had been celebrating Advent with her two sons for years but had never used an Advent calendar.
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Have time or money to give?
You’re probably familiar with Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, but there’s a nonprofit that’s making strides in keeping our parks in ship shape.
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The wine guys of West Michigan: Part 2
It’s that time of year when people who don’t normally purchase wine might find themselves in the adult beverage aisle wondering which bottle to bring to the annual holiday extravaganza.
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