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Kale Yeah! : West Michigan farmers offer fresh finds
Written by Special Advertising Section | Thursday, 25 April 2019 13:59 |Farmers markets offer so much more than just fresh-picked produce and homemade goods. They offer market-goers the opportunity to meet the hardworking residents responsible for growing their food and producing their goods. They inspire the community by connecting those within it through locally harvested food.
Unsung Taco Heroes: Grand Rapids’ taqueria hidden gems
Written by Jack Raymond | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 12:11 |A good taco should explode with flavor. After all, the etymology stems from the sticks of dynamite Mexican miners used to unearth silver. Their explosives happened to look a lot like lunch — cylinders of meat, tortilla and salsa with a smattering of cilantro and onion for good measure. The equation is simple, the execution often isn’t. While some fuss with tweezed microgreens and vegan substitutes, the best way to experience a taco is how you would on the streets of Mexico City. Revue went on a hunt for the unsung gems that give a taste of one of the world’s most iconic cuisines.
When Life Gives You Lemons: A local blogger teaches thousands how to get healthy
Written by Missy Black | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 12:02 |Liz Della Croce is the woman behind the healthy eating blog The Lemon Bowl, and she’s down with that bowl life.
Vegan In Vogue: Where to dine animal-free in West Michigan
Written by Josh Veal | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 11:46 |West Michigan’s vegan dining scene has taken some real blows over the years with the loss of cult favorite restaurants like Bartertown and Gaia Cafe. Maybe the region just wasn’t ready yet — not enough people had seen Food, Inc. In 2019, however, the tides are clearly shifting. Gaia Cafe is returning, thanks to a successful Kickstarter, and plenty of restaurants around now offer more than a handful of token vegan options. Here are some choices you may not have tried yet.
New In Town: Three Grand Rapids restaurants who hit the ground running
Written by Josh Veal | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 11:26 |Restaurants open all the time across West Michigan, but some do so with a much larger effect than others. I always wonder if the incoming eatery will burn up in the atmosphere or leave a lasting mark where it lands.
Quick Bites: A speedy guide to top eats in West Michigan
Written by Josh Veal | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 10:55 |Navigating West Michigan’s food scene is a daunting task, given that there are hundreds of restaurants sprawled across dozens of cities. On that front, we want to help local and newcomer alike.
Beyond Brownies: Michigan Cannabis Chefs specialize in high-end, pot-infused dishes
Written by Andy Balaskovitz | Tuesday, 26 March 2019 10:44 |Who among us hasn’t been offered an innocuous pot brownie at one point, only to face an existential crisis an hour later?
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Every Day Has Its Dog: Where to satisfy your hot dog cravings without lowering standards
Written by Josh Veal | Thursday, 21 February 2019 15:23 |For whatever reason, the creators of Sonic the Hedgehog decided his favorite food of all time would be chili dogs. He seemed to subsist on nothing but the stuff, which I have to blame for my young self’s constant craving for hot dogs. Strangely, watching Popeye eat spinach didn’t have quite the same effect.
Cut-rate Plates: Where to find an affordable feast
Written by Josh Veal | Tuesday, 29 January 2019 14:03 |When you’re down to the last dollars of a paycheck or just looking to offset your weekend spending binge, you don’t have to resort to ramen. Knowing the dirt-cheap spots in town can be a real lifesaver, as long as you know where to find them. We’re here to help, with a short selection from the many affordable joints hidden around West Michigan.
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