Tag Archives: Hop Cat

Midtown Detroit’s boom shifts into high gear!

Posted on February 3, 2015 by problogic

Back in 2011, panethos.com highlighted the early stages of a boom taking place in Midtown Detroit. While so much of the national media was solely focused on the bad news coming from the Motor City, it completely missed the bright … Continue reading →

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HopCat abounds with beer and more

Posted on December 26, 2012 by problogic

HopCat in downtown Grand Rapids is rightfully touted as being rated as one of the best beer bars in the world. It is a top-notch venue and serves up a ginormous selection of beers including 49 on tap and 200 … Continue reading →

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