Photo Caption: Terry Allen, a cook for the kitchen crew at Two Rivers Convention Center, prepares shrimp and steak quesadillas for the crew’s booth at the expo.

The 10^th annual Home Loan Taste of The Grand Valley restaurant exposition continues to please valley residents Monday night. The expo at Two Rivers Convention Center features dishes, desserts, and beverages from local establishments. Returning favorites included Cowboy and The Rose, Main Street Bagels, and the kitchen crew at the convention center.

Newcomers to the expo included Fin’s Grill, Inari’s Bistro, Hyeongje Korean Restaurant, and Business Incubator Catering Companies.

Amanda Crysler, Development Director for Grand Valley United Way, praised the contribution from the expo.

“Our goal is to raise $1.2 million each year, and we’re already 77% of the way there. This event helps us get closer every year.”

All of the proceeds from the expo go directly to the Grand Valley United Way, and they use it to benefit various local non-profits.

“All of the money stays right here in the Grand Valley,” said Crysler.