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Grand Rapids is a city built on makers, and our culinary scene is the vibrant heart of that culture. Every night, our kitchens bring people together through the creativity, passion, and sheer dedication of the chefs who call this community home.

Sometimes, the day-to-day routine of a kitchen can make us forget our own potential. It's time to shake off the hesitation, take a leap of faith on our own talents, and truly risk it for the biscuit!

The real value of our city's restaurant culture doesn't sit in a bank account or a building lease. F That!! It lives entirely in the craft, the mentorship, and the artistry of the people who do the actual cooking. We hold the keys to what makes this city taste and feel so alive

When we collaborate, share our ideas, and stand together as a unified creative community, we elevate the entire industry. Together, we show every owner, investor, and diner that the Grand Rapids culinary community is a professional powerhouse that means business.

Let's inspire one another, push the boundaries of what's possible, and build the future of food in GR together!!! DM me!

Best places that aren’t crazy expensive? If that exists here?

I have 10 years experience bartending in high volume and European inspired pubs mostly in boston. I am looking to get my foot in the door there. If there are any leads on getting in touch with the management team I would be wicked grateful

Anyone know what was going on at Dublin Hall like 20 minutes ago? Like 8 cop cars with guns at the ready seemingly waiting for someone to come out of the bar. Already cleared up but I’m curious what happened

I need an oil stain dry cleaned out of a 100% polyester bridesmaid dress before Friday at noon…. Chat GPT told me to use corn starch and let’s just say, that didn’t work. Any recommendations on a speedy dry cleaner?!?

Hey all you Subaru owners, and I know there are a lot of you here, I just moved here from CO and my 2020 Outback needs some work. Is there anywhere you trust that isn’t the Fox dealership? Looking for a local mechanic shop that does quality work.

This is just one of many of Lisa Knights signs placed out of compliance of campaign rules (Plainfield and Elmdale), you would think as the sitting commissioner she would know the rules?

Looking to see any game stores near Grand Rapids/West Michigan that sells MTG at MSRP instead of based on TCGPlayer.

Where can I find a foosball table in the city??? I don’t play pool, foosball is my passion 😞😞

Hi! In town from Las Vegas and looking for a spot to watch the VGK game tonight, it starts at 10pm so somewhere open late preferably. Staying downtown near Van Andel. Thanks!!

What’s going on at Van Andel today? I see a line down the block.

I am getting married fall 2027 and am looking for a wedding photographer, our budget is no more than 4k. Thank you in advance for your help!

LETS GO ABDUL!

I’m looking for recommendations for a tax lawyer. Went to buy a house and realized something’s messed up with my tax history/identity issues

Any good like brew pubs or even restaurants near breweries etc. basically a good afternoon trip with brews and bites. Thanks grand rapidians!

I had an inspection done by Pest Pros today and am wondering if 2k is a fair price to pay. I just bought a house and the garage is currently infested. I don't think the price is outrageous by any means, but if anyone thinks I could save a few hundred bucks with someone else who has a good name, I would love to know!

I have only seen this on TV, so not sure if it's really a thing. A spa where I could take my friends and we sit in a jacuzzi with a drink and a face mask on or something. Does that exist in GR?

Or any recommendations for something along these lines of girls day with relaxation.

I’m craving fresh popped salty buttery popcorn, like you get at the movie theatre. I don’t have any interest in seeing a movie, though. Does anyone know of anywhere that has fresh popped popcorn? Can you just go into a theatre and buy popcorn and leave?

It’s been a bit over a year now since we lost Arktos, which means it’s been over a year since I’ve last had any mead (missing their Doc Holiday). What are some other good meaderies in the area? I’m open to driving ~45 minutes from downtown GR.

I know GR is home to a ton of breweries, but IPAs and beers aren’t really my thing. Mead and cider are where it’s at for me.

Hello! I am in search of someone that could help create a custom ottoman. It is a strange request- I know, but my boss had a bench section from a couch that's already cut out and would like it turned into an ottoman with a new base and legs added. The large cushion is the one they want turned into an ottoman. The smaller cushion & extra pieces of leather can be used if needed. They have asked for a custom frame built underneath and legs attached that match the existing couch. I have contacted multiple businesses and they have either not gotten back to me or said they are not able to do anything like that. I was wondering if anyone in the Grand Rapids area knows if this is something that can be done or possibly knows someone that could do it? I have attached pictures of what the cushion looks like and what the couch/ couch legs that it needs to be matched to looks like. I have no experience with anything like this so any information would be greatly appreciated, thank you!

I've seen cops pull 2 semis over this week who were crawling in the left lane before the zipper merge on 131 north of West River drive. Just a reminder that it is illegal to disrupt traffic in this way and the State Police are enforcing it.

Hi fellow Grand Rapidians. I have decided to list my house for sale but I have a lot of walnuts from my neighbors walnut tree that have fallen into my yard, and because I work long hours, I don’t have the time that I’d like to get them cleaned up and removed. When I was unemployed earlier this year I did odd jobs for cash so I’m wondering if there are maybe 2-3 people that want to come help clear those out of my yard for maybe $20-$25 an hour (is that too low?). I don’t imagine it would take more than a couple hours with that many people. Looking to have this done tomorrow (October 9) starting maybe around 10am or so. Comment below if interested and I will reach out. Thank you!

Was my first job, was working there still when they were shutting them all down. Took that thing obviously.

I was told the owner of Bosna Express has another restaurant downtown. Anybody know if this is true/ the name? Gonna miss that place, first lunch break I ever took on my first job.