Said to have originated in London in the late 1980s, the espresso martini is currently riding a fresh wave of popularity. It’s now the fourth most popular cocktail in the U.S. according to the most…
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Celebrating Grand Rapids means lifting up the people, traditions, cultures and, of course, foods that contribute to the rich texture of our community. Black-owned restaurants are an integral part of…
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Grand Rapids has been named 1 of 16 Incredibly Romantic Midwest Getaways by TripAdvisor and 1 of the Top 25 Most Romantic Cities in America by OpenTable. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion…
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Finding places to dine out on Sundays and Mondays can be a challenge these days – but not in Grand Rapids. We’ve assembled this list of great dining destinations in the downtown area that are open for…
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No matter who you are or who you love, you’ll find a warm welcome in Grand Rapids. What was once a conservative Rust Belt town has transformed into a diverse, progressive and prosperous “new urban”…
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Want a New Year’s resolution you can stick to? Resolve to have more fun in 2026. Make time for play, try something you’ve always wanted to do, indulge in a treat now and then, and visit someplace new…
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Grand Rapids is known for its affordability – but that doesn’t mean you can’t splurge on the finer things in life here. (You just won’t have to splurge so much.) We offer all sorts of high-end…
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Surveys generally put the count of vegans in the U.S. at 2-6% of the population. That may not seem like a lot, but it represents up to two million Americans. We don’t have a clue how many vegans…
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The term “dive bar” used to conjure up images of a seedy, run-down place in a not-so-nice neighborhood. That’s changed, as dive bars are increasingly recognized as authentic, unpretentious spots full…
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Outdoor Dining in Any Season Grand Rapidians love the outdoors – so much so that local restaurants and craft beverage taprooms have devised ways for us (and our visitors) to dine al fresco…
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