West Michigan’s lakeshore communities know how to throw a party, and the autumn months are no exception. During fall events, watch as expert carvers create pumpkin masterpieces, delight

Ingredients 4 large bell peppers (any color) 1 lb. lean ground beef 2 tablespoons chopped onion 1 cup cooked rice 1 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Cyclists have a lot in common, whether they ride on a stationary bike or along one of the curving trails in West Michigan. Both are in a groove

By Kelsey Smith When walking into The Southerner, it’s hard to imagine being anywhere but home. And that was Matt Millar’s goal for his Saugatuck restaurant. As chef

Ingredients 11/2 cups distilled white vinegar 1/4  cup sugar 4 teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon coriander seeds ¾ teaspoon dill seeds 2 cups hot

Cycling or walking for fun, to work or shop is a time-efficient way to build regular exercise into everyday routine. Cycling is a healthy, low-impact exercise that can

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It’s all about origin at Aldea Coffee, located in the Armory Building in downtown Grand Haven. All of its coffees are specialty grade and purchased at above fair-trade

Ingredients Graham Cracker Crust:  1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs  2 tablespoons granulated white sugar  6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Cheesecake Filling:  One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at

In downtown Holland, JP’s Coffee and Espresso Bar is a landmark coffee shop dating back to 1993. Known for impressive latte art and building lasting relationships with customers,