by Kimberly Chmielewski | Oct 14, 2019 | Culture, Toast of the Town
When two Grand Rapids natives opened the doors of Eastern Kille Distillery in 2016, it was a moment long in the making. It all started in 2014 when Brandon Voorhees and Steve Vander Pol began transforming a dilapidated industrial building at 700 Ottawa Avenue NW into...
by Kimberly Chmielewski | Aug 16, 2019 | Toast of the Town
Hard seltzer becomes the new favorite beach-day beverage. It’s basically fact: All the best Michigan summer activities require a cold beverage in hand. Beach bumming on one of the Great Lakes, hiking around a state park, or kayaking down a lazy river just wouldn’t be...
by Kimberly Chmielewski | Jun 20, 2019 | Culture, Toast of the Town
Support for sustainable winemaking yields wine that’s better for people and the planet. Shoppers are increasingly focused on how their purchasing decisions affect their health and that of the environment. The terms organic, natural, and sustainable have surpassed...
by Kimberly Chmielewski | Apr 1, 2019 | Around the Region, Culture, Toast of the Town
Greenbush Brewery owner, Scott Sullivan, took his love for home brewing to the next level when he opened the Sawyer, Michigan brewery. The coast of Lake Michigan is home to some of the best-kept secrets the mitten state has to offer. From Muskegon to Holland, Grand...
by Kimberly Chmielewski | Feb 1, 2019 | Culture, Toast of the Town
“Yeah, you know me!” Canned cocktails are exploding on the scene, transforming the category’s reputation. Ready-to-drink, aka “RTD,” refers to packaged beverages that are sold in a prepared form and are ready for consumption. Unlike traditional beverage...
by Kimberly Chmielewski | Jan 11, 2019 | Culture, Toast of the Town
Northern Italy’s gifts of vino are the perfect complement to the holiday season. Searching for the perfect complement to your seasonal feast? For your holiday wines, look to Northern Italy for everything from big reds for holiday feasts to lively bubbles for...
