Text: R. Collins // Photography: Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. Venturing out in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan last September, you may have stumbled across dozens of colorful patchworks of sidewalk chalk art, lining everything... Read More
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Text: R. Collins MDRD, pronounced “Madrid,” has officially opened its doors on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton in downtown Grand Rapids, as of Tuesday, Feb. 2,... Read More
Text: R. Collins The time has once again come for Grand Rapids to host its annual World of Winter Festival: 44 days of interactive art and ice events invigorating the downtown area and... Read More
Text: R. Collins Located on the 27th floor of the recently renovated glass tower at the Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton, the new full-service, Spanish-inspired restaurant, MDRD—pronounced “Madrid”—opened to the public... Read More
Text: R. Collins Many know the DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Michigan as the downtown, riverside convention and exhibit hub that has hosted everything from Grand Rapids Comic Con to auto shows and... Read More
Text: R. Collins Scooped sorbet mimosas and generously proportioned Bloody Marys; an unhurried walk along the Grand River and a pristine view as diners graze family-style brunch plates: this is just some of... Read More
Text: R. Collins Contemporary, transformational glass; glass-shaded lamps; intriguing still life paintings, ceramics, and electronics: these are all pieces of current Grand Rapids Art Museum exhibitions that will be available for the viewing... Read More
Text: R.J. Weick A three-part series Each year—beyond the brick-and-mortar, glass-and-steel skyline—the streets of Grand Rapids has come alive with richly spiced and candied aromas, strains of electric guitars, the rhythm of drums,... Read More
In the heart of the city’s hotel district, The Chop House Grand Rapids and its dessert and cigar bar, La Dolce Vita, steadfastly remain a downtown destination for celebrating special occasions in luxury... Read More
Text: R. Collins Located on the Grand River, with the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s whimsical 1928 Spillman Carousel room just across the water, the JW Marriott’s signature restaurant and destination lounge, Margaux, is... Read More
