“Shop” listings
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Phil’s Stuff
Part antique store, part flea market, this quirky East Hills neighborhood shop is packed with cast-off treasures. Owner Phil Ondersma has been buying antiques and collectibles for almost thirty years, and accumulated so much stuff he decided to start his own store. Phil’s finds range from silver candle holders to old Army helmets, vintage robot toys and Coca-Cola memorabilia. (09/2011)
722 Wealthy St SE
616-459-1940
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Martha’s Vineyard
More than 3,000 wine labels fill the shelves of this two-story Heritage Hill shop, making it one of Michigan’s largest. Shop from varietals produced in Michigan and around the world, including the largest selection of Bordeaux wines in the state. (08/2011)
200 Union Ave NE
616-459-0911
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Fulton Street Farmers Market
This harbinger of spring arrives in early May, and not a moment too soon. Grand Rapids’ largest farmers market overflows with locally grown asparagus and greens this month before transitioning to strawberries and cherries in June. Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat, 8am to 3pm. (05/2011)
1147 E Fulton St
616-454-4118
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G.B. Russo & Son
Since 1905, the Russos have satisfied Grand Rapidians’ hunger for housemade pepperoni and salami, imported prosciutto, Italian cheese and gourmet olives at this family-owned grocery. The wine selection, which includes hundreds of international labels, is no less tempting. (03/2011)
2770 29th St SE
616-942-2980
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KOEZE COMPANY
Freshly roasted nuts have scented the neighborhood around Koeze since 1925. This local institution makes its Cream-Nut butter naturally, with nothing but peanuts and salt. The roaster’s retail stores (there are two in town) also sell packaged nuts and melt-inyour- mouth chocolates. (01/2011)
2577 Burlingame Ave SW
616-724-2620
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PINK BLVD CLOTHING
Hip and trendy are the norm at this women’s boutique in the up-and-coming East Hills neighborhood. Gauzy blouses, woolen fedoras and chunky jewelry fill the shelves. To find it, just look for the mural of a fabulous pink retro car loaded down with gifts and trailing flowers from its tailpipe. (11/2010)
974 Cherry St SE
616-254-8177
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ART OF THE TABLE
High-end chocolates, pure wax candles, stylish table linens and art fill the shelves of this home décor and gourmet food shop. Most items are made right in western Michigan, including cheese, peanut butter and vodka. (09/2010)
606 Wealthy SE
616-301-1885
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GRAM STORE
Finding stylish gifts are a snap at this museum store. It sells handbags made of recycled subway maps, Finnish-designed vases and children’s games made by sculptors. (07/2010)
101 Monroe Center
616-831-1000
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LAFONTSEE GALLERIES/ UNDERGROUND STUDIO
This renovated warehouse has provided local artists a place to display their work for 20 years. Its Urban Craft Boutique sells gifts like handmade candles, journals, porcelain sculptures, art glass and jewelry. (05/2010)
820 Monroe NW
616-451-9820
lafontsee.us
