News Summary
Grand Rapids is launching its fifth annual Poutine Week, running from September 18 to October 4. Ten local restaurants will offer unique takes on the traditional Canadian dish. Diners can collect stamps on a Poutine Passport for a chance to win a free t-shirt. The event encourages community engagement and culminates in a voting process for the best poutine, with winners announced on October 6. A complimentary trolley will facilitate easy access during the closing weekend, making it a must-visit culinary experience for residents and visitors alike.
Grand Rapids, MI is set to kick off its fifth annual Poutine Week, hosted by the Michigan Street Corridor Improvement Authority. The event will run from September 18 through October 4 and includes the participation of 10 local restaurants, each offering creative twists on the traditional Canadian dish known as poutine.
During Poutine Week, community members can engage in a fun challenge by collecting stamps on a Poutine Passport. Passports are available at any participating restaurant, and diners can earn stamps by ordering poutine dishes. Those who collect four or more stamps will receive a free Poutine Week t-shirt. Voting for the best poutine will take place after the stamps are collected, with winners announced on October 6. People can vote only once per email address to ensure fair participation.
To enhance the event experience, a complimentary Poutine Week Trolley will operate on the closing weekend, October 3-4, from 5 to 10 p.m., allowing diners easy access to participating restaurants. Those who visit will have the opportunity to try diverse poutine options, including unique dishes such as:
- Poutine Pasty ($14.50)
- Korean BBQ Poutine ($19.50)
- Orchard Pig ($12)
- Three Little Pigs Poutine ($12.99)
- Pot Roast Poutine ($16)
- Beef Bourguignon (Gluten-free) ($18)
- Samosa Chaat Poutine (Vegan and gluten-free) ($18)
- Tater Tot Garlic & Herb ($11.99)
- A Pulled Hog Mess ($14.99)
- Beer City Poutine ($22)
- Pulled Pork Poutine ($15)
- Corned Beef Poutine ($14)
- Glass House Givings ($15)
- BBQ Porktine ($10)
- Triple Pickle Poutine ($9.95)
The original poutine consists of fries, melted cheese curds, and rich gravy and hails from Quebec. In Grand Rapids, chefs are taking this classic dish to new heights with distinctive flavors and inventive ingredients that reflect the local culinary scene. This initiative not only showcases local creativity but also aims to foster community connections and engagement.
The Poutine Week event was started with the goal to enhance neighborhood camaraderie and has grown to be an eagerly awaited annual celebration for residents and visitors alike. Attendees are encouraged to explore as many participating restaurants as possible to experience the full range of poutine offerings available.
For further information about Poutine Week, participating restaurants, and the voting process, community members can visit the official Poutine Week website.
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Additional Resources
- Fox17: Poutine Week Back in Grand Rapids
- Wikipedia: Poutine
- MLive: Transforming a Canadian Classic
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Poutine
- WoodTV: Annual Poutine Week Competition
- Google Search: Poutine Week Grand Rapids
- GR Magazine: Michigan Street Poutine
- Google News: Poutine Week Grand Rapids
- GR Kids: Poutine Week
- WZZM: Poutine Week Returns
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