food
City Farmers bring fresh produce to the city
by (sns6)
Submitted 11-14-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
The brisk autumn breeze sends dry, crackling leaves through the rows of produce. The leaves make their way through the radishes, lettuce and kale. A shiny gray shed sits at the far left corner, looking over the small field; four wooden picnic tables...
In Season: November 9
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-05-2013 under NONPROFITS
Just In at the Market: Cranberries Get it Before It's Gone: Fall Raspberries Broccoli Celery Currently at the Market: Brussel Sprouts Cranberries Turnips Sweet PotatoesWinter SquashPie...
Brewery Vivant sets standards for businesses locally, nationwide
by (Marie Orttenburger)
Submitted 11-05-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
In the business plan for Brewery Vivant, owners Jason and Kris Spaulding focused on three major goals: community connection, sustainability and brewing Belgian- and French-inspired beers. Striving to make these a reality has set the brewery apart...
BaCon to bring local restaurants, breweries together to celebrate America's favorite breakfast meat
by (Marie Orttenburger)
Submitted 10-24-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
BaCon, no, not "bacon," BaCon, will give attendees the chance to sample a variety of dishes from local restaurants starring the ever-popular breakfast meat. On Saturday, November 2 from 3-8 p.m., DeltaPlex Arena and Conference Center will...
Neighborhood taqueria to join Wealthy Street
by (Holly)
Submitted 10-15-2013 under NEWS
Across the street from neighborhood restaurant and bar The Winchester, an old building is being rehabbed to hold Donkey: A Neighborhood Taquieria. Owner Paul Lee, also owner of The Winchester, has been operating What the Truck, a food truck...
What's On Tap: October 10-16
by (Marie Orttenburger)
Submitted 10-09-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Brewery Vivant Farmhand, rustic farmhouse style ale Triomphe, Belgian IPA Big Red Coq, Belgian Red ale with Citra hops Sgt. Peppercorn, Belgian Rye dry spiced with green peppercorns BlackHand, Black session ale Perdition, Black Belgian Style...
Local First challenges community to eat local
by (erictank)
Submitted 10-01-2013 under NEWS
Grand Rapids area business advocate Local First is challenging folks to take their 10x10 challenge. The challenge involves budgeting $10 per week for local food for 10 weeks. The idea is to shift those funds from where one would normally spend...
ELK Brewing aims for December opening
by (Marie Orttenburger)
Submitted 09-20-2013 under NEWS
Those anticipating the opening of ELK Brewing at 700 Wealthy Street don't have to wait much longer. Owner and Business Manager Taylor Carroll says the construction is approximately 70% complete. The brewery plans to open its doors sometime in...
Lamp Light music festival gearing up for second year
by (erictank)
Submitted 09-17-2013 under NEWS
Lamp Light Music Festival's inaugural kickoff last fall proved to be a popular success. So now John Hanson, event founder and organizer, is gearing up for year two, to be held November 1, 2 and 3. The event will once again be in the Eastown...
Harvest Party at Well House
by (Roberta F. King)
Submitted 09-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE
Well House is celebrating the harvest with a community block party on Saturday, September 21 from noon to 4 pm at Well House, 600 Cass SE. The event is free and anyone is welcome to join Well House tenants, volunteers, board members and neighbors in...