The Eclectic Kitchen with Channon Mondoux

09/27/2026

09/27/2026

An Extraordinary Evening at The Ordinary ✨

Last night, we celebrated my husband’s birthday at The Ordinary* at Kingbird and The Ordinary in Three Rivers and what an experience it was.

I’ve been searching for Chef Ken Miller ever since he left his previous position in Colon. I always wondered how someone capable of creating food at that level wasn’t in the conversation for a James Beard Award. So when I discovered where he landed, I knew we had to go.

And WOW.

The Farm-to-Table Dinner at The Ordinary was absolutely exquisite. Every course was thoughtful, creative and beautifully executed — from the Danish seeded rye with blackberry jam and caramelized whey cheese to the barely cooked tomato, crawfish bisque “latte,” (my personal favorite of the evening, so incredibly full of deep umami, breathing in the crab scent as I slurped my way surreptitiously to the bottom of the china ) Sister Hawk Farm duck two ways, and that incredible roasted grape and brown butter fudge tart. 🤤

But it wasn’t just the food.

The long, beautifully set table and family-style service created an intimate, almost private-dinner feeling. We shared the evening with wonderful people, enjoyed delightful conversation, and got to experience the care and passion that Chef Ken and his team put into every plate.

It was worth every penny of the sold-out prix fixe dinner.

In fact, we loved it so much that we made reservations for the final brunch of the season today at 11 AM — because apparently one night wasn’t enough! 😂❤️

This is exactly the kind of small, passionate, incredibly talented local business that deserves our support. Chef Ken and his team are creating something really special in Three Rivers, and we feel lucky to have discovered them.

If you’re a food lover, put Kingbird and The Ordinary on your list. You won’t just have a meal — you’ll have an experience.

🍽️❤️🌱

and The Ordinary⁠



*The restaurant describes The Ordinary as its limited-release, ticketed dinner series, while Kingbird is its more regular café, dinner and brunch concept. Kingbird and The Ordinary 

09/26/2026

Been waiting a while to get to the Kingbird and The Ordinary and tonight’s the night.

I’ll post some pics and a story soon!! Follow for more !!

Chef Ken is going to blow the doors off.

Kingbird and The Ordinary is a Farm-to-Table restaurant located on Main Street in Three Rivers, MI that features thoughtfully prepared dishes that celebrate the best of the seasons in the Great Lakes Region.

09/01/2026

ARE YOU UP FOR THE CHALLENGE?? ALL YOU BUTTER TART LOVERS!!

At the upcoming Am Peace Jam 2026 the popular Butter Tart Competition returns in 2026. Open to all who want to bring their best version of this sweet Canadian classic, professional bakers and home bakers both! Bring a dozen buttertarts to the information booth and they will be judged by a panel of bakers, Canadians, and buttertart lovers.

There is a $25 fee to enter that benefits the Southern Michigan Food Bank and Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes. We’ll announce the winners from the stage in the afternoon! Signup here!

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While you're at it - GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE BEST FEST IN THE MIDWEST!

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Bring a dozen buttertarts to the information booth on 9/19/26 and they will be judged by a panel of bakers, Canadians, and buttertart lovers. We'll announce the winners from the stage in the afternoon! Entry fee is $25 and goes to the South Michigan Food Bank and Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes. You also....

06/22/2026

Hey you want a good time? Cmon out and laugh with us on July 25 !

06/20/2026

My sons and news daughters beach themed wedding is today. I’m ready to head to the beach for the wedding with their pup Tucker . Here are some rehearsal dinner pics - I did the cake for the dinner - a gluten free Lemon Pound Cake Sandcastle surrounded by gf cinnamon crumb cookie sand and candied seashells with whipped Rose Cream and fresh strawberry compote. Served on a lake of blue and green gelatin with whipped cream peaks. Served with an assortment of beach themed lollipops. Like ya do when your new daughter adores a beachy theme.

06/17/2026

Shout Out to Eric Gillish and the local ACF chapter American Culinary Federation of Kalamazoo and Battle Creek

The ACF National Convention is coming to Grand Rapids, and we’re excited to help welcome chefs from across the country with The Live Fire Experience on Monday, June 29!

Hosted by the ACF Chapter of Greater Grand Rapids and in collaboration with other ACF Chapters throughout Michigan, Northern Indiana, Wisconsin, and the Asian Chef Alliance, this chef-driven event will bring together ACF chapters, culinary alliances, top chefs, and foodservice partners from across the Great Lakes region for an evening of live-fire cooking, small plates, beverages, music, and community.

Guests will experience multiple cooking stations featuring wood, charcoal, gas flame, and smoke — all designed to showcase the talent, creativity, and hospitality of our Midwest culinary community.

Join us Monday, June 29, at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids for an unforgettable evening of fire, food, and connection.

Grab Your Tickets Here:

Join the ACF Greater Grand Rapids Live Fire Experience on June 29 at Rosa Parks Circle for live-fire cooking, chef stations, small plates, drinks, music, and culinary community.

05/02/2026

Opening day of Kalamazoo Farmers Market 2026

05/02/2026

Hey K’zoo centric folks I have a surprise for you! You can buy a new gourmet popcorn by Batch Popcorn 🍿 fashioned after moose tracks ice cream Callum a moose tracks -

Chocolate, peanut butter, caramel salty sweet and delicious

A portion of the proceeds goes to Support Canadiana Fest’s Can- Am Peace Jam programming in the fall

You can find it at the Kalamazoo or Texas Township Farmers Market, at Moose Soir’EH next weekend at Old dog Tavern or pick it up at Ron’s Beans on Center St in Portage

04/05/2026

Happy Easter and Spring Everyone!!

This is our brunch today;
Eggs Benedict with Fresh 5 minute Hollandaise (yes 5 minutes and it’s glorious), fresh dill and Fresh Fruit and Whipped Cream.

Everything is gluten free !!

Hollandaise Recipe in the comments