I’m back after a weekend in Charleston! Scroll down to my latest obsessions this week to find some of my favorite spots we visited in Charleston over the weekend. Also can you believe ArtPrize 9 starts this week? Take some…
The 411 in the 616: Return of Summer
The heat is on this week with the return of summer weather which means patios and outdoor activities are at the top of my priority list. I love fall (bring on all the apples and pumpkins), but I’m not quite…
The 411 in the 616: Hello Fall
I hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend! I can’t believe summer is over, and fall has arrived with this chilly morning and temps in the 60s. Don’t get me wrong I’m excited for all things pumpkin and apple,…
The 411 in the 616: End of Summer Vibes
Hey Grand Rapids! I hope you had a wonderful weekend enjoying the fabulous weather and these end of summer vibes. If you haven’t checked out Restaurant Week yet make sure you make your reservations ASAP! If you need more ideas…
Top 5 Picks for Restaurant Week Grand Rapids 2017
Restaurant Week starts today! From now until August 20th you can try a 3 course dinner for $28 at participating restaurants all across the city. This year many of the restaurants are also offering lunch menus for Restaurant Week so…
The 411 in the 616: Dog Days of Summer
After a weekend spent on Mackinac Island I still feel like I’m on island time and not quite ready for Monday morning. These summer days are flying by and I’m determined to keep checking things off my summer bucket list…
The 411 in the 616: August Vibes
I can’t believe it’s already August this week! I’m trying to spend as much time outdoors enjoying patios, the beach and the pool to make the most of this summer. If you’re looking for some fun ways to enjoy these…
A Beer With: Realtor Kyle Visser
I’m excited to share a new “A Beer With” post with you today featuring realtor Kyle Visser! With the booming housing market in Grand Rapids this was a perfect opportunity to talk about what makes our city such a great…
The 411 in the 616: Summer Lovin’
Good morning everyone! I hope you had a wonderful weekend enjoying the summer weather. I spent the weekend in my second favorite city Chicago visiting some of my favorite restaurants and walking around the city. As always the weekend flew…
The 411 in the 616: Summer State of Mind
Good morning Grand Rapids! After a warm summer weekend I’m officially in a summer state of mind. I can’t get enough of the outdoor patios around town and soaking up the sun at MVP’s pool. There are a ton of…
The 411 in the 616: Cheers to Summer
Good morning Grand Rapids! I hope you had a wonderful long weekend celebrating Memorial Day and the unofficial kick-off to summer. My weekend was filled with friends, family and s’mores which is the perfect combination for summer. If you’re looking…
The 411 in the 616: It’s Gonna Be May
Good morning and hello May! I love the start of a new month and the chance for new beginnings. There’s a lot going on in Grand Rapids this week with Cinco de Mayo and the Kentucky Derby coming up. Scroll…