Year: 2018

Looking Glass Grand Haven Just across the street from Grand Haven’s beach, Looking Glass sits atop a dune — 79 steps up or an electric trolley ride from

By Jen Plaggemars, private chef, registered dietitian and owner of Chef Jen LLC Even if it sounds like a chore, it’s a huge timesaver to sit down once

Cottonwood Inn Holland Guests staying at Cottonwood Inn will find a second home — a place to enjoy life’s simple pleasures in a Christian-inspired setting. Premium fresh-ground coffee

Elegance of the Seasons 216 Washington Ave., Grand Haven 616-296-1059 eleganceoftheseasons.com The mother-and-daughter team of Julie Gomez (mom and pastry chef) and Michelle TenBrink (daughter and lunch chef)

By Kelsey Smith If there’s one thing someone must do on a Sunday, it’s brunch. And Hops at 84 East in Holland not only does brunch, but does

Crane’s Pie Pantry Restaurant & Winery 6054 124th Ave. (M-89), Fennville 269-561-2297 cranespiepantry.com Crane’s has been a family tradition since 1916. The operation has grown to include a full-menu

By Kelsey Smith Coppercraft Distillery’s mantra is all about keeping things authentic and traditional. It’s no surprise the small-but-mighty distiller is consistently in the spotlight. Based in Holland,

Ingredients 8 medium ears of corn,   husk and silk removed 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup heavy cream 1-2 tablespoons sugar ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Centrally located between 18th and 19th streets in Holland, Washington Square is nestled among one of the city’s original neighborhoods. The Square’s historic charm is evident in its

Ingredients 2 ½ cups fresh sweet corn kernels (3 medium cobs) 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger ¾ cup honey flavor Greek yogurt