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Spirit, Strength, and Sacrifice: The History and Significance of Cinco de Mayo
by (AlaynnaDressler)
Submitted 05-04-2023 under VOICES
In the United States, Cinco de mayo (the "Fifth of May") is typically celebrated with an array of colorful decorations, music, alcohol, and Mexican cuisine. This holiday, symbolic of Mexican pride, history, and culture,...
New pastry shop brings taste of France to Cherry Street
by (NGarbaty)
Submitted 07-07-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
East Lansing-based Le Bon Macaron has recently opened its second location in East Hills (951 Cherry Street SE). Macarons, not to be confused with coconut and almond based macaroons, are colorful French pastries (picture a gourmet Oreo-shaped...
Brewery Vivant pulls a pint for hunger relief
by (Feeding America...)
Submitted 11-06-2012 under NONPROFITS
Grand Rapids is having something of a beer renaissance: a spate of new breweries in the past several years, a recent designation as Beer City USA and a much-talked-about exploration of the city’s 170-year brewing history at the public...