What to Expect at a West Michigan Co-Op Pickup

I’ve been intending to sign up for the West Michigan Co-Op for oh, a couple of years now. As with anything, it’s difficult to make the first step.

Locally Owned Restaurants: Does It Make a Difference?

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When a certain restaurant chain opened in Grand Rapids, I had a hard time getting excited. Because it’s a chain. When others pointed this out, many responded, “so what if it’s a chain? Local workers still get jobs there, right? What difference does it make?”

Cheapskate’s Guide to the International Wine, Beer & Food Festival

One thing I discovered last year at the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival is that in addition to purchasing tickets to admission, you also need to purchase tasting tickets. However, if you’re a cheapskate like me, you can scope out the sessions which feature tastings that DON’T require tickets.

Cooking Demonstrations Offer Non-Alcoholic Fun at the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival

Amanda Leatherman, The Fresh Chef, will present a seminar "Fresh and Local Ingredients for a Homegrown Thanksgiving" at this weekend's festival

Wine and beer may come first in the name, but food is definitely in the spotlight at the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival Nov. 18-20. For the price of admission ($15 per day), you can attend these fabulous workshops:

Beer Lover’s Guide to the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival

Here’s the skinny on what beer lovers should be sure to check out at this weekend’s Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival (Nov. 18-20).

Grove {Restaurant Review}

Grove has been on my list of restaurants to try for a long time. So when Restaurant Week GR came along, it was moved to the top.

West Michigan Foodie Roundup: First Snow Edition 11/11/11

One of the good things about snow is that the holiday parties aren’t far behind! Whether your spouse is headed up north this weekend like mine or you are just looking for something fun to do, here are just some of the fun things to do this weekend:

Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast Offers NovemBeer Crawl Package

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Culinary tourism is on the rise, and the Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast is offering a NovemBeer Crawl Package in November.
Kalamazoo House B&B is within walking distance of

Win a Pair of Tickets to the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival!

It’s that time of year for the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival! November 17-19, you can sample wine and beer, great food, participate in seminars, and check out the various booths.

Chateau Chantal Offers Cooking Classes for 2012

Cooking Class at Chateau Chantal

If you’re a foodie, what better vacation would include cooking classes and great wine? Keep reading to see what cooking classes Chateau Chantal is offering for next year-and make your reservations soon!

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