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A rundown of Lansing-area Mexican food

There are more than a score of Mexican restaurants, food trucks and shops around Lansing. But who has what you’re craving? Luckily for you, we’ve analyzed the menus of more than a dozen different …

Spoiled for choice at Koala Bakery & Café

Koala Bakery & Cafe has two locations — one on Michigan State University’s campus and another across from Fresh International Market, an Asian grocery store close to the border of …
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HBI International, the Arizona-based manufacturer and distributor of rolling papers like RAW, Elements and Juicy Jays, has been ordered by a federal court in Illinois to stop making false claims …
Since 2005, Pablo’s Old Town has been a mainstay of Mexican cuisine in Lansing. Serving an array of dishes, from tacos, quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas to steak, seafood, soups and salads, …
Michael Doherty stood on the roof of Lansing’s iconic John Bean building, a 460,000 square-foot brick fortress on South Cedar Street, in July 2020. A global pandemic had shut down much of the country and was killing Americans across the country. But the flamboyant Doherty was excited to share his plans to create the “Jack Daniels” brand of marijuana. …
FRIDAY, March 17 — Ingham County Circuit Judge Joyce Draganchuk has ordered all of the handwritten filings by Lansing marijuana entrepreneur Michael Doherty in his receivership case stricken …
Andy Schor can pinpoint when he decided against running for Congress. The Lansing mayor announced an exploratory campaign just two and a half weeks ago. But between now and then, he and his wife, …

Pablo’s Eastside: Same popular food, now with liquor

Since 2005, Pablo’s Old Town has been a mainstay of Mexican cuisine in Lansing. Serving an array of dishes, from tacos, quesadillas, burritos and enchiladas to steak, seafood, soups and salads, …

Old Bag of Nails is just OK

Both reviewers agree if The Old Bag of Nails wants to gain traction in Lansing, it will need to step its game up. "My two visits — one takeout, one dine-in — left me with an overall dissatisfied …

Unapologetic veg

I’m confused by veggie burgers, vegan cheese, margarine and all other substitutes for animal products that seek to imitate the very thing the eater wishes to avoid consuming. 

Top 5 coney dogs in Greater Lansing as decided by City Pulse readers

Top 5 Coney Dogs in Greater Lansing based on your votes in City Pulse’s 2022 Top of the Town contest. Bon appétit!

California (roll) dreaming

My son Remy was supposed to bring cheese and crackers to the ski team potluck, but he wanted to bring California rolls instead. It was a lot more work but a good idea. Everyone loves California rolls. Here's how to make them …

Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere at EagleMonk

Winter is so long, isn’t it? It took until March this year, but I finally realized the importance of forcing myself out of the house in the evenings to seek out things that spark some light. …

Swap out potato chips with this healthy alternative

Many people believe no movie marathon is complete without a big bowl of popcorn. Movies and popcorn have been linked for decades, but popcorn is more than just a must-have on movie …

Don’t discard your bean water

When I hear the word aquafaba, the term for the leftover liquid in a can of beans, my mind reflexively thinks “fabulous water,” which is appropriate considering its many uses, including …

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