Recent Food & Drink Articles
When you think of traditional holiday recipes, you might think of the decadent spreads depicted in nearly every classic holiday film (minus perhaps the turkey from Christmas Vacation). But more often than not, "traditional" means something different to everyone—and we...
If Mediterranean cuisine is your favorite, take note! A favorite family-owned Kurdish-style Mediterranean restaurant has officially opened the doors of their second location, residing inside the Grand Rapids Downtown Market. Cafe de Miro, whose successful first...
Though the classic dirt cups are a childhood staple and are still a seriously delicious party option, you may be looking for some more grown up options for your adults-only Halloween gathering this year. Fear not! We've got all the creepy cocktails and frightening...
When conditions that create food deserts exist, residents defer to convenience foods and takeout, which are generally unhealthy choices. The Fresh Market by United Methodist Community House (UMCH) has a unique approach to getting fresh, locally grown produce and...
After one unlucky year off, the International Wine, Beer & Food Festival is back better than ever this fall. The 14th annual festival pulled back to two days this year, yet it's once again the largest in the Midwest in a number of ways: Space, attendees and...
If the only pumpkin you've had so far this fall is a pumpkin spice latté, it's time to shake it up. Pick up some pretty pumpkins from your local farmers market for your front porch, and add a few cans of pumpkin to your grocery cart for these quick and easy fall...
August is the perfect time to head to the Downtown Market and grab a sweet treat to cool off in this summer heat, thanks to the Market's new daily promotion "Summer Sweets at the Downtown Market." Not only is the Market air conditioned (which, let's face it, is...
As we head into the unofficial start of summer, many are looking for ways to get away and enjoy the stellar weather. But if taking a trip isn't on your itinerary, simply finding a moment of Zen amongst the noise is still possible. West Michigan Woman caught up with...
You may have noticed the bright blue containers situated on Wealthy and Fuller in Grand Rapids and on 17th Street in Holland. Did you realize they're your key to simplified shopping while supporting local businesses, restaurants, farms and more? The containers belong...
In the remaining weeks of winter, we may find our energy levels waning. The antidote? A boost the natural way. Kristi Veltkamp, a registered dietitian with Spectrum Health, has some suggestions for how we can make the most of our wintertime stash of goodies to ramp up...