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Fundraiser celebrates food, entrepreneurship, and community
Guests will enjoy an evening of food, drinks and entertainment while supporting the market’s mission to expand food access, uplift local businesses, and strengthen the local food economy.
Restaurants serve up support for youth substance abuse prevention
The promotion is created to inspire parents to have a conversation about substance abuse prevention with their child.
Screening and happy hour spotlights the man who created the Tiki Bar
The event includes a post-screening Q&A with directors Alex Lamb and Max Well, along with themed happy hour specials at Max’s South Seas Hideaway before and after the film.
First-ever Taste of Downtown Holland Fundraiser set for September
Attendees will enjoy an evening of small plates, desserts, drinks from various Downtown Holland establishments, as well as live music and a silent auction.
Nonprofit launches inaugural brunch fundraiser
Guests will enjoy a strolling brunch featuring local, sustainable ingredients and prepared by some of Muskegon's most beloved culinary talents.
Hospitality management company introduces meals for athletes
Athletes on the go can now access meals rich in macro and micronutrients that support their demanding lifestyles.
Coffee company expands with new location
Foxtail Coffee Co. currently has four other Michigan locations, including Ada Village, downtown Holland, Byron Center, and Eastown Wealthy St.
Downtown hotels offering Fourth of July food and fireworks festivities
On Saturday, July 5, the hotels will transform their restaurants, patios, rooftops, and lounges into vibrant celebration spaces.
Eastown street festival features artists, food, and family fun
The event features artists, entertainment, food, family fun, and craft beer.
Hotel to kick off summer with Caribbean-inspired party
The event will feature open-flame cooking, bold tropical cocktails, Caribbean music, and a curated island menu.
Transition brings new coffee and wine experience to downtown market
After more than a decade, Aperitivo will close its Grand Rapids Downtown Market location.
Restaurant reopens with new take on Korean cuisine
The downtown Grand Rapids restaurant has relaunched with an updated lunch menu featuring inventive fusion dishes and specialty drinks, blending tradition with innovation to meet evolving customer preferences.
Award-winning chefs unite to benefit kids nutrition
This year’s featured chefs include Chef of the Year Kurt Kwiatkowski, Chef Professional Mick Rickerd, Junior Culinarian Cameron Weibel, and Chef Educator Jacob Bandstra.
Hotel debuts immersive wine series
The series offers a simple way to explore the nuances of wine.
Frontline workers celebrated for going above and beyond
The Essential Service Awards recognize non-managerial frontline workers who go above and beyond their daily responsibilities and display integrity, passion and commitment.
Nonprofit celebrates trailblazers in tech, art, and entrepreneurship
This year’s honorees include a cybersecurity professional breaking barriers in tech, an artist using her voice to create belonging, and an entrepreneur redefining community impact.
Food manufacturer hires new VP of HR
She brings 35 years of experience in aligning human resources with business goals and fostering supportive and empowering work environments.
Restaurant seeks new home, calls on community for support
Due to increased rent and other contributing factors, the restaurant will not renew its sublease when it ends this summer.
Pickleball and golf venue opens on Leonard street
Located at 662 Leonard NW, the business houses three regulation-size pickleball courts and three state-of-the-art golf simulators in one location.
Sauce company expands retail presence across the Midwest
The sauces are now available at 434 stores across the Midwest.