Got a hot date? Lucky you. You’re in the right place. I’m spilling the tea on the most romantic restaurants in Grand Rapids. Whether it’s your first date or your five-hundredth, make it a memorable one. I’m covering all the GR greats, from the city’s classic, evergreen date-night options to our trendiest hotspots. From tapas to … Read more
Pride month is right around the corner. Whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally like me, let’s celebrate! Put your favorite gay anthem on the stereo and crank the volume up. I’ve got Born This Way by Lady Gaga spinning. What did you pick? Vogue by Madonna? I Will Survive? Timeless. Okay, now that we’ve got … Read more
To quote LCD Soundsystem – I was there. I was there, at local sports bar Uccello’s. It was 2007, and I witnessed what is colloquially known as “The Horror.” One of the greatest sports upsets of all time. The final score: Appalachian State 34, Michigan, 32. Michigan was the #5 team in the country, and … Read more
Okay gang, here’s the deal: leave your car keys at home. Don’t pull out your ride-sharing app – you won’t need it. We are going to hopscotch around downtown Grand Rapids, and we’re going to do it on foot. Use that money you saved on gas or Uber to buy a round of drinks for … Read more
Looking for an inside scoop on Grand Rapid’s famous Blue Bridge? I’ve got your back. Over the years, I’ve brought countless visitors to this iconic Grand Rapids landmark. Combine that with living in Grand Rapids for most of my life, and I’ve picked up lots of fun history and insider’s tips about our bridge. In … Read more
Get in formation, wine heads. Calling all vinophiles. We’re taking a tour of the best wine bars in Grand Rapids, and we’re going to keep all the flabby pours out of our glasses. After all, nothing hits on a hot summer day like a slatey chablis. Pure elegance. Or how about a rich Zinfandel with … Read more
Circle up, my young Gen Z readers. I’m here to tell a story about the Bridge Street of the long, long ago. Back in the days when sending a text message cost a dime. To the way back when, when Paris, Britney, and Lindsay were clubbing their way across L.A. while being terrorized by the … Read more
If you’re moving to Michigan, there’s a good chance you’re heading to one of our two biggest cities – Detroit or Grand Rapids. And with today’s post-pandemic, work-from-home workforce, maybe you can choose which city you’ll be calling home. Awesome. Love that for you. Look, I’m fond of both cities. Grand Rapids is my home, … Read more
If you’re thinking about moving to Grand Rapids, you’ve come to the right spot. (You are very good at the internet, and your parents are going to be so proud.) I grew up on the northwest side, bounced around the city for a while (Kentwood, Grandville, Eastown), and I now live on the southeast side. … Read more
There’s a schism in donut-land. The lines are drawn, and sides must be chosen. You know what I’m talking about. Are you team #cakedonut or team #yeastdonut? Full disclosure: I’m team yeast donut, baby. The pillowy soft dough. The delightful air pockets. Pair one with a local cup of coffee, and you’re in for a … Read more