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When the weather cools down and the cozy vibes go up, there's nothing more satisfying than mixing up a hearty chili or flavorful soup.
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Maintaining your sobriety and having fun at events that are traditionally associated with drinking such as a tailgate party is possible, but it does require planning. The more safeguards you put in place, the more time you will have to distract yourself from using. These safeguards can take many forms and even be a group effort, whether the entire group celebrates without alcohol or not.
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Combining food, West Michigan, and the fight against cancer, Taste of Hope: A Chefs Competition is the ultimate experience. The fundraising event, hosted by the American Cancer Society, will feature samplings from 16 of West Michigan's top chefs, including Maggie Thiel, Garden Café Manager at Beacon Hill at Eastgate. Thiel is also the only retirement community chef on the impressive roster.
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A growing number of consumers have taken a step back from alcohol for a variety of reasons—sobriety, pregnancy, caloric intake, moderation and mental health, among others. Yet, these same individuals want to maintain active social lives by attending festivals and events with their friends. Producers and distributors are taking note on this growing thirst for flavorful and colorful beverages with creative names by providing more nonalcoholic (NA) options, from wine to beer to canned or crafted mocktails.
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When I learned that Mick Fleetwood (yes, that Mick Fleetwood) had launched his own coffee company, I was intrigued. When I learned Grand Rapids had been selected as the company's initial test market before launching nationally, my interest was even more piqued. We're (obviously) a cool city, but what landed us in the direct sights of such an international music legend? Long story short: we're a mid-sized market that drinks a lot of coffee.
