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CONTENTS ISSUE THREE HUNDRED THREE

36 Best of

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This issue, we unveil our annual list of the very best metro Detroit has to offer, as nominated and voted by you, the Hour Detroit readers. Discover the standouts in Arts & Entertainment, Health & Beauty, Food, Drinks, Retail, Sports, Services, and Community & Personalities.

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Up Front MADE IN MICHIGAN: 24 SHAKA SENGHOR

A murder convict-turnedbestselling author talks fatherhood, his new memoir, and being Black in America.

Agenda 92 C U LT U R E CALENDAR

Detroit Public Theatre returns to the stage, a pop-up gallery supports disabled artists, and a Heroes and Villains exhibit showcases film costumes. Plus, our roundup of more June events.

OBJECT LESSON: 25 THE FISHER BUILDING

A history lesson on Detroit’s largest art object — the Fisher Building — in case you’re interested in buying it.

94 INTRO TO TUT

The Wright Museum’s exhibition tells the story of famous boy pharaoh King Tut in an accessible format.

COMMUNITY 26 ROLL MODEL

Hazel Park is setting the standard for marijuana businesses — both current and future.

95 BELLE ISLE FINALE

The Detroit Grand Prix will soon make its final lap around the temporary course that brings mayhem to the island.

BOOK REVIEW 27

An Asian American writer tackles romance, divorce, and banana covers in a collection of powerful essays and poems.

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Shannon Smith spends most of her time defending society’s most despised characters — and the rest defending herself.

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99 FINDING HER VOICE

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After 22 years of publishing the Best of Detroit, we thought we’d try something new. We gave readers the chance to vote twice, in a manner of speaking: first in a write-in nomination round, and then in the voting round from a list of the top five nominations in each category. Having readers vote for their favorite burger, hair salon, auto dealership, cocktail bar, you name it, is nothing new, of course. It’s the meat of the feature, so to speak, and what makes it so popular. People just want to be heard. And they want to know what other metro Detroiters think. We started the process early this year, so we’d have time for two rounds. From Dec. 1 through Jan. 1, we published the general ballot, where readers wrote in their picks for 216 categories. Then our digital staff counted the ballots and scoured through the list to discount the ballot-stuffers. Once we had the top five vote-getters in each category, that list went to the editorial team to vet the nominees. And finally, we had a ballot, which was online from Feb. 1 through March 15. For the most part, the reaction to the new process was positive. Readers said they liked being able to write in their votes and then have a curated list of finalists. Because it’s really pretty daunting to look at a list of more than 200 categories and rack your brain for memories of your favorite pho place or the store with the best beer selection. Well, maybe not in that last instance. But in any case, this year’s Best of Detroit was a huge hit, with more than 1 million votes cast over the two rounds, more than 10 times the votes in last year’s one round. Speaking of huge hits, our May issue was a little insane. We knew putting Detroit City Football Club on the cover would go over big with their fans, but we underestimated their passion — and their sense of humor. When the DCFC fans noticed a fan holding a scarf that said “Ed Ducker Forever,” some were left scratching their heads: “I’m just sitting here wondering who Ed Ducker is, and why this guy likes him so much,” mused @DionDCFC in a tweet. Most people figured out that Ed Ducker was born to cover a profanity front and center on our cover, but they didn’t leave it at that. #EdDuckerForever became a thing on Twitter, with DCFC fans and others creating a backstory for this fictional character, including tales of his prowess on the pitch and in the sheets, saving (or dropping) babies, his love of beer, etc. And most recently, a @ShirleyPapuga posted a photo of a boy (her son?) holding an autographed cover and tweeted: “He’s got autographs from Coach Trevor James and a few current @DetroitCityFC players, but can anyone help him find #EdDucker?” We knew the DCFC fans were awesome, but we had no idea how awesome. Thanks for the laughs, which are continuing to this day. And thank you for voting for Best of Detroit in record numbers. To see the list of the winners (and second- and third-place votegetters) in Food & Drinks, Arts & Entertainment, Health & Beauty, Community & Personalities, Retail, Sports, and Services, turn to page 36 and enjoy. Ed Ducker Forever!

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WHEN IT COMES TO OUR ANNUAL BEST OF DETROIT feature, the editorial team likes to push boundaries for our well-deserving winners. For this year’s design, we opted for “bold and graphic,” says creative director Lindsay Richards. We were lucky enough to score an in-house hand model, thanks to our senior production artist Stephanie Daniel. Her manicured hand got up close and personal with some of our winners, including the best specialty burger champ. “I started to feel the ketchup ooze out onto my hands. Good thing my face wasn’t visible in the final photo!” Daniel says. “The vibe of the shoot was structured yet spontaneous. I don’t know what that wizardry was, but I have a feeling it has something to do with the talented team behind it all!” CONTRIBUTORS

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PHOTOGRAPHED BEST OF DETROIT (PAGE 36) “Our list of the Best of Detroit would include Arts & Scraps, Bumbos, Vintage Eastern Market, The French Cow, and UFO Factory.” Michelle and Jenna are the team behind Gerard + Belevender, an LGBTQ creative duo based in Hamtramck. Their combination of creative direction, photography, and styling allows them to collaborate with niche food and beverage brands all over the world. Their work leans heavily into the through line of nostalgia and pop culture influences in food and beverage. They are also the owners of Detroit Prop Studio.

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This new book is a series of letters to your sons, Jay, whose childhood took place while you were in prison, and Sekou, born when you were getting out. Why did you choose this approach?

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SHAKA AND THE SYSTEM

A Detroit-born murder convict-turnedbestselling author talks about a new memoir, parenthood, and the joys of being Black in America BY STEVE FR I ES S ILLUSTRATION BY RACHE L I D ZER DA

BY ALL RIGHTS, Shaka Senghor’s story should not have gone like this. At 19, he was a crack cocaine dealer who shot a man to death in Brightmoor during an argument. James White, as he was born and known then, went to prison for second-degree murder for 19 years, seven of which he spent in solitary confinement. He emerged at 38 in 2010 to face the often-crushing challenge of integrating into society as a felon. Senghor has done so — and much more. While in prison, he realized he had a raw gift for communicating, both as a writer and a speaker. Immediately upon release, he began hustling selfpublished books and seeking out forums to talk about the importance of redemption, atonement, and second chances. Twelve years later, he’s a well-known prison reform advocate who has penned a New York

I’m a dad, and when I was incarcerated for 19 years, my dad was the most consistent person in my life. That consistency showed up in the form of the letters he wrote me in between the visits. My dad wrote beautiful longhand letters that really helped develop our relationship. We wrote back and forth, we argued, we debated, we affirmed each other, we lifted each other up during the most difficult time of my life, in some of the most difficult moments in his life. In my darkest moments, I would go back and read those letters from my dad. But also, I am honoring the great legacy of well-written letters that we have as part of the literary canon. Some of my favorite stories and lessons have come from letters of great writers.

In the opening of the book, you write that the two of you wrote hundreds of letters discussing the difficulties and joys of being Black in America. We generally focus on the difficulties, so what are some of the joys? That’s a great question. And I’m really happy you asked it because I do think we only filter the

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Intriguing findings from researchers across Michigan By Steve Friess AGING IN PLACE REQUIRES PLANNING Nearly 90 percent of Americans ages 50 to 80 say it is very or somewhat important to them to live in their homes when they’re old and infirm, but only 15 percent have given “a lot” of consideration to how to make that happen, according to findings of a

survey from the University of Michigan’s Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation. The National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveyed 2,277 adults in early 2022, also found that 48 percent of those who live alone don’t have anyone who could provide care to them and only 19 percent of those surveyed are “very confident” they could afford to pay someone to do errands and help them out. GENE THERAPY AS CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE The modification of a

sole fatty acid in cowpea plants appears to help them tolerate colder temperatures, which could allow farmers to plant them earlier in the year and avoid the most severe heat of summer, Michigan State University researchers report in a study published in the journal Plant, Cell & Environment. That durability also could help crops grow in a wider range of conditions and locations, says David Kramer, an expert in photosynthesis and bioenergetics at the MSUDepartment of Energy Plant

Research Laboratory. “One of the biggest questions right now is what the best ways are to make plants more tolerant,” Kramer says. “It’s something we need to solve because change is happening so fast.” FIXING THE MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN Wayne State University researchers are leading a $3.88 million national effort to build a better medical goods supply marketplace that could prevent the shortages that caught the country

WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCHERS ARE LEADING A $3.88 MILLION NATIONAL EFFORT TO BUILD A BETTER MEDICAL GOODS SUPPLY MARKETPLACE.

off guard as the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. The effort involves creating an online system called the Rx Product Marketplace Orchestrator that will be capable of efficiently matching fluctuating consumer demands with manufacturers, says lead researcher Kyoung-Yun Kim of WSU’s Smart Manufacturing Demonstration Center. WSU shares the grant from the Department of Commerce with collaborators at Oregon State University and Iowa State University.

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What’s special about it?

Most developers give their architects a budget to work within. Not the Fishers. They hired Albert Kahn and essentially gave him a blank check. The architect didn’t disappoint. Sumptuous appointments include 641 bronze elevator doors, 1,800 bronze window frames, and 325,000 square feet of exterior marble, making the building the largest marble-clad structure in the world. The bronze accents were added by Anthony DiLorenzo. At street level, a three-story, barrel-vaulted arcade sporting some 40 varieties of marble overwhelms the visitor, complemented by interior artwork (frescoes, mosaics, and sculptures) by Hungarian artist Géza R. Maróti. Interior plaster work and other sculptures were executed by Corrado Parducci. The theater was designed by Graven & Mayger. In total, the Fisher brothers spent a whopping $9 million on their project, equivalent to about $150 million today.

With 325,000 square feet of exterior marble, it is the largest marble-clad structure in the world. What is it?

A 29-story art deco masterpiece that anchors the New Center area, the Fisher Building endures as a symbol of the autoinfused affluence that characterized 1920s Detroit. Commissioned by the seven Fisher brothers and financed by their sale of Fisher Body Co. to General Motors in 1926, the structure was originally intended to be just one of three buildings along West Grand Boulevard. A mirroropposite copy would have anchored the opposite end at Third Avenue, with both edifices bookending a majestic 60-story version in the center. The brothers saw the towers as a gift to the city that brought them remarkable success. Unfortunately, the arrival of the Great Depression forced the plan to be abbreviated. Today, the Fisher Building is a National Historic Landmark and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. Ground was broken on Aug. 22, 1927. Construction was completed just 15 months later.

Why is it in the news lately?

It’s for sale. After holding the Fisher since 2015 and investing some $24 million dollars in restoration work, the current managing partner, The Platform, reports that it has significantly boosted office and retail occupancy, while restoring the building’s place as a community focal point. The company feels that now is the time to pass the Fisher on to its next steward.

Who occupies it? Perhaps the most noteworthy occupants are Albert Kahn Associates, the architectural firm responsible for the original design work, and The Christman Co., the corporate successor of the construction contractor. Retail tenants include The Peacock Room, Yama, The Fashion Place, and Shy vs Bold, stores offering women’s apparel. Dining options include Promenade Artisan Foods and Stella Good Coffee. Detroit Public Schools occupies five floors of the Fisher as its central office.

What’s it named for?

DETROIT’S LARGEST ART OBJECT

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OBJECT LESSON

The Fisher Building is for sale — here’s a little history, in case you’re interested in buying it BY PAUL VACHON

The legendary Fisher brothers. After learning the coachbuilding trade from their father in their native Norwalk, Ohio, the seven close-knit siblings moved north and established Fisher Body Co. in Detroit in 1908. Their names were Frederick J., Charles T., William A., Lawrence P., Edward F., Alfred J., and Howard A. Like other early pioneers of the auto trade, the brothers experienced phenomenal success as they capitalized on the golden age of the industry.

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Up Front  Hazel Park’s Hot Box Social is not your parents’ dark, woodpaneled basement.

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CANNABIS

COMMUNITY ROLL MODEL Hazel Park is setting a standard for marijuana businesses — both current and future BY NOLAN BIANCHI

HAZEL PARK has long been a pot-friendly community. Heck, Tommy Chong in 2015 received a key to the city when stopping by BDT Smoke Shops during a visit to Michigan ahead of Ann Arbor’s Hash Bash. Recreational marijuana became legal in the state in December 2019 — over 75 percent of Hazel Park residents voted in favor — and Hazel Park has continued to be on the forefront of Michigan cities to embrace it. From the dispensaries that now line John R to Hot Box Social (Michigan’s first cannabis consumption lounge, which opened for private events earlier this year), it’s been full speed ahead. Hot Box Social is quite the novel concept. The space features two main rooms; one contains couches, lounge chairs, a few two-person tables with bar and island-table seating, and TVs lining the wall. It features a light pink and green aesthetic. No smoking is allowed in here. In the other, which is about one-third of the size, it’s a little grungier; there are two couches, with chairs wrapping around the wall, Pac-Man and Galaga machines installed on one side, one TV, and some abstract art — this is the smoking room. Hazel Park City Councilmember Luke Londo says there’s opportunity in the city. “I hope that other business owners or potential business owners realize the potential of a pedestrian corridor in the middle of our community and pour their resources into creating businesses that we need, like additional restaurants,” Londo says. “I think they see things like Hot Box Social and recognize that there are opportunities for complementary businesses, and hopefully they will make the choice to invest in Hazel Park.” There was some chatter as to whether the weed-friendly attitude had shifted — whether Hazel Park was worried about losing its family-friendly appeal — when the City Council and Mayor Michael Webb on April 12 struck

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down a permit (by a vote of 4-1) for Spark in the Park, a marijuana-centric music festival scheduled for June 18. However, the event “was simply too large for the area infrastructure to support at this time,” says Alissa Sullivan, who was elected to the city council in 2017. This type of consideration is appreciated by residents who don’t have strong feelings about cannabis either way. “If opening all these dispensaries, a lounge, and having marijuana festivals is what it takes for Hazel Park to really take off, I’m here for it,” says 28-year-old Adam Sneath, who’s lived in Hazel Park since 2020. Some folks are also excited about what the windfall of tax revenue can provide for the city. “I’m hoping, in the next year or two, the money [Hazel Park] gets from the state can be used for city infrastructure — roads, parks, and some general cleanup and beautification projects,” says 46-year-old resident Josh Prentice. It’s important to the cashflow here: A state revenue-sharing program outlined by the Marihuana Regulation Fund distributes tax revenue to cities on a per-dispensary/cannabis establishment basis. Hazel Park, which is now home to eight dispensaries but received benefits for six in 2021 ($338,400), passed a resolution to apply that revenue to the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System, a state-mandated professional retirement services company that administers retirement plans for local governments. MERS requires prepayment funding. If the city is unable to come up with the cash, every individual property owner in the city will be liable to having a levy assessed to their property. “The reality is that if we didn’t have cannabis here to provide that funding, we would have to pull funding from other resources,” Sullivan says. So while the money won’t necessarily go directly toward those cleanup projects, it’s still helping fill in the city’s revenue gaps that have prevented it from taking that next step as a community. As the economy continues to build on itself, the city is hopeful its growth will lead to even more investment from outside sources, garnering more grants. What’s happening in Hazel Park is setting the standard for other communities. “We were one of the first to pass a local ordinance, and a lot of businesses saw the opportunity to come here and set up shop in metro Detroit, with a significant consumer base,” Londo says. “I know multiple municipalities have reached out to our city administration asking for help crafting ordinances, which is really a testament to our leadership.” And that’s about as community-minded as it gets, isn’t it?

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The estimated economic windfall awaiting Detroit when it hosts the 2024 NFL draft, according to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. The draft is a three-day event that brought 600,000 fans to Nashville in 2019; it will be in Kansas City next year. Detroit nudged out Green Bay, Wisconsin, and Washington, D.C., for the honor. No date has been set.

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The number of allelectric Chevrolet Bolts that General Motors Co. expects to sell this year, which would be a record. GM had stopped making the vehicle while it worked out the problems with the batteries in some 140,000 recalled vehicles that posed a fire risk. There were 18 suspected battery fires in Bolts, 15 of which GM confirmed and none of which caused major injuries. The 2022 Bolt EV retails at $31,500, a bargain compared to Tesla’s Model 3 at $46,990 and Ford’s 2022 Mustang Mach-E at $43,895.

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The share of Washtenaw County residents who are obese, the lowest portion of any Michigan county, according to a data analysis by MLive. In Wayne County, 40.1 percent are obese, defined as having a body mass index over 30. Saginaw County is the heaviest, with 41.7 percent of people obese. In 2021, 35.2 percent of Michigan adults were considered obese. This is slightly above the national average of 32.2 percent.

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BOOK REVIEW

CULTURE BRIEFS

An Asian American writer tackles romance, divorce, banana covers, and more in a powerful collection of essays and poems BY JENN McKEE

WHEN YOU PICK UP Frances Kai-Hwa Wang’s new book, You Cannot Resist Me When My Hair Is in Braids, published by Wayne State University Press, you have to let go of the reflexive, all-too-human impulse to pinpoint its genre. Is it a collection of prose poems with photos? A kind of experimental memoir? A collection of short, lyrical essays? I confess, I spent no small amount of time ruminating on these questions while reading the first half of Braids, since I would obviously need to describe it in a review. But here’s the thing: Once I let go of trying to figure out what Braids was, exactly — and instead got into the practice of approaching each short piece with an open mind and a curiosity about where Wang might take me next — I unlocked its power. Take, for instance, the title piece, which captures a short, wistful moment when Wang, troubled about her finances and struggling to write, imagines a handsome young professor stepping into her favorite Ann Arbor cafe and romancing her. There is no more to it than that, and at first it seems like a drive-by piece. But two tropes Wang unpacks in her book are those about romantic love and about Asian women, and this piece, with its winking, faux seduction (“I’ve got my hair in braids today”), suggests that Wang is both aware of and guilty of absorbing these cultural messages. But Wang’s work is most effective when it goes deeper. The book begins, for example, with this knockout prologue passage: “Buddhists say that suffering comes from unsatisfied desire, so for years I tried to close the door to desire. Any desire. I was so successful, I not only closed the door, I locked it, barred it, nailed it shut, then stacked a bunch of furniture in front of it. / It was the only way I could survive the long loneliness that was my marriage. I was dead to desire, going through only the motions of life. I did not even dare read novels, write poetry, or watch bad romantic comedies for fear of what small hope they might inspire.” Later, in “Falling, Mad and Alone,” a vignette heartbreakingly echoes this condition, describing how fishermen put constricting rings around cormorants’ necks and train the birds to dive from their boats to catch fish in their beaks. “The fisherman reaches down the bird’s throat, brutally COVER, PORTRAIT COURTESY OF WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY

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 Frances Kai-Hwa Wang is an award-winning poet, essayist, journalist, activist, and scholar focused on issues of Asian America, race, justice, and the arts.

“I have gone off script, somebody else’s script, and it is time to save myself.” —FRANCES KAI-HWA WANG

pulls out the wriggling, halfswallowed fish, then sends the bird obediently back into the water for more. / And the cormorant with the colorful ring around its neck is grateful to have had the taste of fish on its tongue. / Once upon a time, that was my life.” This is not to say that Braids, as a collection, only traffics in seriousness. The piece “It’s Not a Yellow Dildo!,” for instance, explores the role race played in her marriage to (and divorce from) her white husband and the hilariousbut-pointed culture clash bound up in banana-shaped Tupperware. One day, Wang spots an aerated, protective banana case in a Japanese American boy’s lunchbox and wants one for her son, but they’re not available in the U.S. Later, at a conference, she discovers that a sex-positive Asian American website, YellowDildo.com, is giving away banana cases as a promotion, so she grabs one, only to find it is embossed with the site’s URL. Her older daughters giggle at this, but her ex-husband is unamused. When he secretly throws it away, Wang gets a dozen more, launching an aggressive Tupper-war between exes that culminates in a shouting match in an optometrist’s office. When reflecting on the argument’s absurdity, Wang writes: “For the first time in all our years together, I stop being defensive, I stop trying to help him. I stop responding as the obedient Chinese daughter, the good Asian wife, the accommodating problem-solver extraordinaire. Maybe that is why our story had become so surreal. I have gone off script, somebody else’s script, and it is time to save myself.” Even so, as an immigrant, Wang’s pervasive sense of dislocation remains. “Texting Nostalgic for Kathmandu” chronicles, with photos, a trip back to her homeland, Nepal, which resurrects vivid childhood memories (“Every day, I used to plunge down that hill on my bicycle, head down, knees tucked, braids and purple chiffon scarf flying”), and in “Dreams of the Diaspora,” Wang writes, “I was born here. But I feel so far from home.” The fact that we’re not entirely clear whether Wang refers to Nepal or America (or herself) here is part of the point, I would argue. This ambiguity also points to a conundrum regarding Braids, though. Storytelling in any genre is a striptease, wherein the writer must thoughtfully balance how much to tell and how much to withhold, thus leaving some things to the reader’s imagination. Withholding too much can cause distracting moments of confusion, as Braids occasionally does. But overall, the book’s moments of “wow” make its moments of “huh?” worth the trip.

Listen Here Name: Detroit Today Who: Pulitzer Prizewinning journalist Stephen Henderson, a founding editor of the nonprofit news site BridgeDetroit What’s good about it: Listen to Henderson’s daily public radio show from WDET 101.9 FM whenever you want, not just when it comes on over the air. Henderson’s deep Detroit roots and reporting history are brought to bear in insightful interviews and access to the state’s biggest newsmakers. In a recent example, he nabbed Sen. Gary Peters and Rep. Rashida Tlaib to analyze what President Joe Biden’s State of the Union speech meant for Michigan. Starter episodes: “Police Reform Versus Abolition” (Feb. 17, 2022); “How the Word ‘Woke’ Was Co-Opted and Weaponized” (Oct. 27, 2021) Website: wdet.org

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Up Front  Attorney Shannon Smith’s client list features names from some of the most notorious cases in Michigan’s recent history.

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Defense Mechanism

Attorney Shannon Smith spends the majority of her time defending society’s most despised characters — and the rest defending herself BY ASHLEY WINN

FOUR YEARS SINCE the curtain fell on the highly publicized trial of disgraced Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar, Michigan’s courts are playing venue to another public court spectacle. This time, the national spotlight is trained on Jennifer and James Crumbley — the parents of the Oxford High School shooter. Much like Nassar, they’ve become the subjects of nearuniversal hatred. But there’s one other thing they have in common: They each enlisted the help of defense attorney Shannon Smith. Smith, of Bloomfield Township law firm Smith Lehman, is also known for her 2018 victory in the nation’s first federal female genital mutilation case, on behalf of the accused, Northville doctor Jumana Nagarwala. Each of these ventures has fed her budding reputation as having a penchant for the most notorious and vile of cases. It certainly seems to beckon publicity, but the 42-year-old says she didn’t set out to become the designated public-enemy-No. 1 defender. In fact, she didn’t plan to practice criminal law at all. “If you’d told me when I started that I’d be defending

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people accused of horrible crimes, I would’ve said there’s no way,” she says. Upon graduating from Michigan State University College of Law and passing the bar exam in 2006, she had planned to go into family law. Early in her career, however, she was taken under the wing of local sex crimes attorney named Gail Benson, who invited her to assist on some cases. This experience would open Smith’s eyes to her true calling. “I realized how easy it was for people to be falsely accused, as well as the ramifications of that,” she says. “Now, knowing how many people I’ve helped save from that, I can’t imagine doing any other kind of work.” She’s well aware that not everyone views what she does in such a positive light. Negative press coverage, along with harassing emails, phone calls, and social media comments, ensure she never forgets. Even after a decade in her field, she still found herself struggling to cope with the negativity. “It’s hard. And it was harder a couple years ago, when I cared a lot more about what people thought of me.”

The turning point came in 2019, when Smith developed an esophageal stricture, which would take a full year and multiple surgeries to abate. During this period, she visited the hospital 24 times and derived the bulk of her nourishment from an IV. When the ordeal had finally passed, Smith was left frail and malnourished, about a hundred pounds lighter, and tasked with rebuilding her health. “It made me realize I was going to run myself into the ground if I kept putting energy into things that weren’t worth it,” she says. Right then, she made a decision: “I can’t care what people think. I can’t let this job kill me.” But it hasn’t always been easy — especially in light of her most recent case. Smith is defending the Crumbleys, who provided their underage son with the weapon used in the mass shooting and allegedly ignored his displays of mental illness, against charges of involuntary manslaughter. Since agreeing to represent them, she’s been inundated with criticism, often from those who accuse her of supporting the school shooting. “They act like we, the lawyers, are somehow responsible for the death and the injury that took place on that horrible day.” She resents that, insisting her reasons for accepting this case are the same as ever. “We fight zealously to protect the innocent, because often, the criminal justice system gets it wrong.” That’s not to say she draws the line at defending the guilty. Even when serving a lessthan-innocent client, she says, she sleeps just fine at night. “No one expects lawyers to work magic — if somebody is stone-cold guilty, and the evidence is there, they’re going to be proven guilty. The cases I lose sleep over are those where I believe someone innocent could end up in prison or on the registry or losing their children.” But some of the hostility she receives can’t simply be brushed off. Death threats against Smith and her family have repeatedly forced the wife and mother of four to enlist security services for her office, as well as for her personal residence. Such incidents have fueled a growing need for privacy that culminated in her family’s recent move. Smith declined to specify her new locale, citing the notoriety of her newest case. However, she did say this: “We moved to the middle of nowhere, on a very big lot, on a dirt road, where no one will know where I live.” But even as she strives for privacy, Smith seems reluctant to give up the limelight. She’s been meeting with publishers to discuss the printing of a book she’s writing about her experiences in law. She hopes the text, which she describes as “the rules of being a badass female defense lawyer and how to survive it,” will help others like her achieve a similar level of success. “I want to see powerful women doing this work,” she says. “And I know I’m a good example for them.” PORTRAIT COURTESY OF SHANNON SMITH

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Lime on a dime “We had the fireplace painted the same as the wall color, but in a flat finish to look seamless and resemble limestone,” Birch says. 

 Floored by beauty All the flooring is original 1928 tile from Pewabic.  Front-row seats “Two chairs flank the fireplace and offer seating to enjoy a drink and listen to Brigitte play,” Birch says, “not unlike what people used to do decades ago during dinner parties. I think that tradition should be brought back.”  Canines and cows Birch is flanked by Kapnick’s viola and Penny the dog. The rug is a cowhide rug Birch purchased at Baker Furniture at the Michigan Design Center in Troy.

Gotta have art A lithograph by Alexander Calder, “The Frog and the Saw” (or “La Grenouille et la Scie” in French), hangs over the fireplace. “Orange is my favorite color; I had to have it,” Birch says. Adds Kapnick: “I like a lot of what my mom likes, so what she did in this room is great.” 

Choice chandelier A Ralph Lauren Home chandelier featuring a horse theme, with bits and leather straps, hangs from the home’s original solid wood beams. 

Star power Hanging on the wall near the piano are framed black-and-white photos of the Sex Pistols and Bob Marley. “Those are two of my mom’s favorite musicians,” Kapnick says. 

Pretty panes The room features all the original leaded-glass windows. “The owner before us had them all restored,” Birch says. 

I NEED MY SPACE

NOTABLE ROOM An Ann Arbor home’s pretty music retreat provides solace for a mom and daughter BY ME GAN SWOY ER P HOT O BY JO E TI A NO

WHEN TIFFANY BIRCH and her family moved into a new house in Ann Arbor one year ago, her 17-year-old daughter, Brigitte Kapnick, asked not only for a special space to play her instruments — but also for a grand piano to add to the collection. “We had an upright piano that was really old and out of tune. My mom was always telling me that she’d buy a grand piano if we moved. So, I said, ‘OK, we moved, are we getting this piano?’” says the Pioneer High School senior, who also plays the guitar, viola, and ukulele. Birch, an interior designer who runs Birch Design Associates in Ann Arbor, discovered a Kohler & Campbell baby grand for sale on Facebook Marketplace through a friend’s post. “We got it tuned, fixed the pedals, and had new pads put on,” Birch says. Now, it takes center stage in the music room. “Beyond the piano, I love the room’s ceiling and the wood beams,” Kapnick says. “And I like it when the light shines through the window onto my sheet music [which is likely works by Chopin or Beethoven]. My piano teacher won’t stop talking about the room; he says that it looks like it’s straight from England.” Birch says the design goal was to keep the history of their 1929 home “but give it more of a California vibe where it’s sort of light and modern.” Here, the momdaughter duet share insights on some notable music-room elements.

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“I’ve realized through the years how much language we take in from people commenting on our bodies, telling us what our bodies should look like. I want to change that — I want to change the concept of body language.” —TELLY MALLORY

MI STYLE

KNOW YOUR WORTH

Lifestyle content creator Telly Mallory is a lover of statement pieces and healthy conversations on body acceptance BY R ACH A EL THOM AS P H O T O BY S AL RODRIGUE Z

WHEN TELLY MALLORY started her blog, Telly Loves Fashion, in 2014, the Detroit native was looking for a creative outlet to share her style and embrace her changing body, a year into marriage. Fast forward some years, and the now 32-year-old took a leap of faith, during the COVID-19 pandemic, to turn this passion project of blogging and advocating for plus-size representation in the fashion industry into a full-time job as a content creator. On Mallory’s Instagram page — @tellylovesfashion — you’ll find the Harper Woods resident sporting her many fabulous dresses around metro Detroit, trying on items from various shops and sharing tips for styling them, and showing her nearly 12,000 followers what a day in her life looks like via “Get Ready with Me” videos. Recently, Mallory was in the fourth cohort of national plus-size retailer Eloquii’s Black Creatives Project, a year-round initiative the company started in 2020, to provide more paid influencer partnerships for Black creators. Body positivity and mental health go hand in hand with Mallory’s fashionable posts. Through her newer hashtag #TellyLovesBodyLanguage, she plans to

 Mallory is photographed at Lafayette Lofts, in Detroit, wearing a dress by London-based brand Lace and Beads, Good American shoes, and gloves from Amazon.

share more content encouraging dialogue between herself and her followers on accepting yourself at any size and shape. Here, Mallory shares more. My personal style: [I’m a] maximalist. I’m just kind of loud, and I didn’t know that about me until I started blogging. But I love statement pieces. My closet is full of statement pieces — so much so that when I just want to go to Walmart, I’m like, “Uh, where’s my joggers?” My go-to look: A dress with a pair of fishnet stockings and some gym shoes. My favorite retailers: Eloquii. I just love them. I love what they’re doing for the plus-size industry. ASOS, obsessed. H&M — [but] they need to do better, they really do. You have to dig in caves to find plus-size representation there. [But] I would say those are my top 3 right now. My shoe collection is crazy right now; for shoes, I shop at ASOS, ShoeDazzle, and JustFab. I can’t leave the house without … A red

lip. I keep a red [lipstick] in my car, in my purse, in my coat. A summer’s day: I’m always finding ways to go to the water, sit by the water, read a book. If I’m not going on a trail — I like to go on hikes and things — I’m probably in some flowy sundress with sandals, on some grass, sitting by the water with a snack, and just letting the sun soak [in]. On my playlist: I love that question because my music is so diverse. On my way [to our interview], I was listening to Russian music. But I can go from like Coldplay to Gucci Mane to Garth Brooks to jazz. On body acceptance: Don’t believe every thought that comes to your head. Don’t believe everything that you’ve been told. Sometimes I feel like since birth, we’ve been told what beauty is. Have you ever taken a chance to ask yourself, “What do you find beautiful?” It starts with you. Look at your body and say, “What do I actually like?” And then you can build from there. JUNE 2022

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For a standout summer look, Trips suggests wearing a minidress or fitted knit dress in a bold color.

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SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY HERE, and stylist Lala Trips knows just how to get your looks ready for the warm days and nights ahead. The 32-year-old Detroit native took her 10 years of experience working in the fashion retail industry — doing styling, visual merchandising, and more for Halston, Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie, and Intermix — and recently created her consulting agency, The LT Studio. Through her burgeoning business, Trips does personal styling and closet edits for female entrepreneurs and public figures; consulting for small fashion brands and retail stores; and public speaking. Here, she breaks down (and models) a few summer trends, gives tips for incorporating them into your wardrobe, and recommends a few shops. Check out Trips’ website — lalatrips.com — for more information on her services, to shop her looks, and to see her top picks for fashion, home, and lifestyle items.

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Bold Colors

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If you want to incorporate these statement colors in small doses, Trips recommends using vibrant accessories or pairing an allblack look with a single colorful item. “Whether that’s through a handbag, a scarf, maybe a jacket, a blazer — I think there are easy ways to add it into the wardrobe.” LV Pont 9 handbag in Summer Gold, $4,200, and Open Back Crop Top in Hot Pink, $1,320, at Louis Vuitton; louisvuitton.com; Sportmax Cotton Knit Dress, $835, at Max Mara; maxmara.com; T Monogram Embossed Studio Bag in Island Palm/New Cream, $458, at Tory Burch; toryburch.com; Heeled Sandals in Green, $50, at Zara; zara.com

After these turbulent couple of years, Trips says, people are craving to dress up more — and to do that with vibrantly-hued garments. “The statement colors like the green — we’re not going to get away from that green color that Bottega [Veneta] famously created,” Trips says. “So, we’re going to see variations of that green, whether it’s the ‘Bottega green,’ the grass green, or maybe a lime green.” Trips also says orange and hot pink are having their moments this season, too.  Trips wears an Akvnas dress, Chapters earrings, a JW PEI bag, and Alexander Wang shoes.

Luff This up-and-coming streetwear brand created by Detroit-based designer Erica

Hobson offers a selection of T-shirts, hoodies, trucker hats, and elevated basics. For a pop of color, Trips recommends the Luff Essentials Slit Pant (she owns a pair in the brand’s Kelly Green colorway). beinluff.com

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Another Trips-approved look is a bralette with a chic blazer and pair of trousers. Take this outfit to the next level by making it a monochromatic ensemble.

TREND

Optical Illusion

Printed Shirt and Printed Pajama-Style Pants, $60 each, at Zara; zara.com; Patricia Locke Headliner Clip Earrings in Fling, $170, at DIA Shop; diashop.org; Weekend Max Mara Cotton Dress, $475, at Max Mara; maxmara.com

An intriguing print or pattern, Trips says, can inspire some fun, maximalist looks. And with patterned or printed sets, the outfit possibilities are endless. “What I think is so cool about the [patterned] sets or suits is that you can take that look and wear it together for a nice, bold statement. But then you can take those pieces and wear them separately, getting multiple uses from those pieces.”  Trips pairs a Just Cavalli blazer with a tank top from Zara and AG Jeans denim. An Alexander Wang bag, earrings from local jewelry brand Hoop Mobb, and a Justine Clenquet necklace complete the look.

TREND

Y2K Fashion

Not everyone is looking to embrace the fashions of the late ’90s/early aughts (Lowrise jeans? No, thanks …). But Trips says there are ways to take some style elements of that period and modernize them. “My take on the 2000s trend is a cute little crop top or a little sports bra. But I would keep it there with a high-waisted or a mid-rise [pair of jeans],” she says. “That way, it feels just a little bit more modern and fresh, opposed to completely of that time.”  Trips shows off an Alice + Olivia bustier, Adam Lippes pants, a bag and shoes from Forever 21, earrings from local jewelry brand Hoop Mobb, and a Justine Clenquet necklace.

PRO TIP

Trips suggests wearing a patterned or printed garment in a softer pastel color if you’re looking for a toned-down yet still bold look.

S. McGee Collection Fashion designer, illustrator, and Detroit native Shawna McGee brings her

Cross Strap Knit Top in Black, $23, at Zara; zara.com; Simon Miller Veda Pant in Fruit Salad, $265, at Coup D’état; shopcoupdetat.com; McGraw Wedge in Brie, $328 at Tory Burch; toryburch.com; Jeffrey Campbell Luau Sandal in Black, $105, at Sundance Shoes; sundanceshoes.com

illustrations to life on her silk kimonos and scarves. Trips loves the New York-based designer’s Eye See You Kimono. “Pair the kimonos over swimwear for a resort pool look or with a silk tank, denim shorts or jeans, and strappy heels for a fun night look,” she says. smcgeecollection.com

Bird Bee

This Detroit-based contemporary women’s boutique, Trips says, has something for anyone looking to dabble in Y2K trends. For a chic top you can dress up or down, Trips likes their Open Your Eyes Top, available in green and black. shopbirdbee.com

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Best Detroit 2022

photography by gerard + Belevender styled by rebecca Simonov

Compiled by Hour Detroit staff With captions by Dorothy Hernandez, Ryan Patrick Hooper, and Cambrey Thomas and comments from readers

Presenting our annual list of the very best metro Detroit has to offer, as voted by Hour Detroit readers

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Best Cannabis Dispensary (Recreational) LIV CANNABIS

Described as “by far the best” by more than one of our readers, Liv offers a modern cannabis dispensary experience complete with discreet online ordering and a next-to-nothing delivery fee at its Ferndale shop. A standout for our readers is the compassionate, professional, and knowledgeable staff — as well as the bright facility. Choose from potent flower varietals with names like Rozay Cake and Cream Soda, fruity THC gummies that aid with sleep, pre-rolled joints, and even selections from Mike Tyson’s cannabis range. Also voted Best Cannabis Delivery.

Best Ice Cream Shop RAY’S ICE CREAM

Founded by Raymond and Bernice Stevens and their son Dale as a neighborhood ice cream parlor and soda fountain in 1958, Ray’s Ice Cream in Royal Oak has stayed true to its core values of good service and even better ice cream. Boasting more than 50 flavors, ranging from Fat Elvis (a banana-flavored base with a peanut butter swirl) to classic Superman (blue, yellow, and red swirls of fruity ice cream), Ray’s continues to delight ice cream enthusiasts, both new and old.

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Best Music Artist

JACK WHITE It really says something about Jack White that he released what is quite possibly his weirdest, loudest record to date with Fear of the Dawn and still comes away as the Hour champ. It’s actually quite tough to take issue with the guy. He invests in the city with Third Man Records and the vinyl pressing plant. He quietly donates money to wholesome causes. And he’ll blow your face off with some of the best and most adventurous guitar tones you’ve ever heard. We love ya, Jack.

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BestofDetroit Jazz club

1st Cliff Bell’s Detroit; cliffbells.com 2nd Baker’s

Museum (other) 1st Henry Ford

Museum of American Innovation

Keyboard Lounge Detroit; facebook.com/

Dearborn; thehenryford.org

bakers-keyboard-lounge 3rd Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe Grosse Pointe; dirtydogjazz.com

2nd Cranbrook Institute of Science Bloomfield Hills;

science.cranbrook.edu 3rd Motown Museum Detroit; motownmuseum.org

Band

1 Fifty Amp Fuse fiftyampfuse.com st

The Henry Ford is a great place for locals and tourists! The presidents’ motorcade cars are the best!” —CYNTHIA STUMP, NORTHVILLE

2nd Dally in the Alley Detroit; dallyinthealley.com 3rd Art in the Park Plymouth; artinthepark.com

Art gallery

1st Library Street

Collective

Detroit; lscgallery.com

2nd David Klein Gallery Detroit, Birmingham;

dkgallery.com

3rd Progressive Art

—SUE PROBERT, FARMINGTON HILLS

Comedy Castle

Royal Oak; comedycastle.com

2nd Go Comedy!

Tradition Band

thefamilytraditionband.com

3rd Will Sessions willsessions.bandcamp.com

Casino

1st MGM Grand

Detroit

mgmresorts.com

Art fair

1 Mark Ridley’s st

2nd The Family

Detroit; mgmgranddetroit.

1st Ann Arbor Art Fair Ann Arbor; theannarborartfair.com

Comedy club

The DIA is one-ofa-kind awesome. Especially enjoy Kresge Court for ambiance, music, and food, as well as Diego Rivera Frescoes. They restore peace and perspective to a troubled soul.

1st The Maple Theatre

Community theater company

2nd Redford Theatre Detroit; redfordtheatre.com 3rd Detroit Film Theatre Detroit; dia.org/visit/

Royal Oak; stagecrafters.org

detroit-film-theatre

2nd Detroit Public Theatre Detroit; detroitpublictheatre.org 3rd Planet Ant Theatre Hamtramck; planetant.com

Movie theater

1 Stagecrafters

1st Jack White jackwhiteiii.com 2nd Big Sean

uknowbigsean.com

3rd Griz

mynameisgriz.com

Performing arts venue

1st Fox Theatre

Detroit; foxtheatredetroit.net

2nd Detroit Opera House Detroit; detroitopera.org 3rd Masonic Temple Detroit; themasonic.com

Movie theater

Improv Theater Ferndale; gocomedy.net 3rd Independent Comedy Club Hamtramck; planetant.com

Music artist

(art/indie)

Bloomfield Hills;

themapletheater.com

“Saint Andrew’s is Detroit’s official club for everything!” —SHONTORI BOWLES, DETROIT

2nd Hollywood Casino at Greektown Detroit; hollywoodgreektown.com 3rd Motor City Casino Detroit; motorcitycasino.com

Club for dancing 1st Boogie Fever Ferndale; boogieferndale.com 2nd The Marble Bar Detroit; themarblebar.com 3rd Deluxx Fluxx Detroit; deluxxfluxx.com

Club for live music 1st Saint

Andrew’s Hall

Studio Collective various locations;

Detroit; standrewsdetroit.com

progressiveartstudio collective.org

2nd Cliff Bell’s Detroit; cliffbells.com 3rd El Club Detroit; elclubdetroit.com

Podcast

(complex)

1st The Drew &

various locations;

drewandmikepodcast.com

1st Emagine

Mike Show

emagine-entertainment.com

“Boogie Fever is the best place to get your groove on!!!!” —DANA B., BERKLEY

Concert venue 1st Pine Knob Music Theatre

2nd Live from Detroit: 2nd MJR Digital Cinemas various locations; mjrtheatres.com 3rd Phoenix Theatres Livonia, Wayne; phoenixmovies.net

jeffisfunny.com 3rd When Survival

Museum (arts)

whensurvivallookslikesuccess. buzzsprout.com

The Jeff Dwoskin Comedy Show

Looks Like Success

1st Detroit Institute of Arts Detroit; dia.org

Clarkston; 313presents.com

2nd Cranbrook Art Museum

2nd Fox Theatre Detroit; foxtheatredetroit.net 3rd Saint Andrew’s Hall Detroit; standrewsdetroit.com

cranbrookartmuseum.org

Visual artist

1st Kim Fujiwara kfgallery.com

Bloomfield Hills;

3rd Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit Detroit; mocadetroit.org

2nd Mattie Armstrong mattiearmstrongart.com 3rd Ouizi ouizi.art

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BestofDetroit Gym (old-school)

1st Detroit Body Garage

Health &

Beauty 1st Dr. Daniela

Eyebrow specialist

Birmingham; margots.com

St. Clair Shores; drdrodriguez.com

various locations; sixsalon.com

2nd Face Skincare

2nd Dr. Charles Boyd various locations; boydbeauty.com 3rd Dr. Anthony Youn Troy; dryoun.com

2nd Todd’s Room Birmingham; toddbeauty.com 3rd Browe Skin & Brow Bar

Aesthetician 1st Margot European Spa

Medical Wellness Bingham Farms;

facebeautyscience.com

Cosmetic surgeon Rodriguez

1st 6 Salon

various locations; sixsalon.com

2nd Lefty’s Barbershop Ferndale; leftysbarber.shop 3rd Youngbloods Hazel Park; youngbloodsshop.com

Blowouts 1st 6 Salon

various locations; sixsalon.com

2nd Bianchi’s Salon various locations; bianchis.com 3rd Antonino Salon and Spa Birmingham; antoninosalon.com

Cannabis dispensary (medical) 1st House of Dank

various locations; shophod.com

2nd King of Budz Detroit; kobdetroit.com 3rd Liv Cannabis Ferndale; livcannabis.com

I joined Citizen Yoga to do a good thing for my mind and body and be in a community. I feel comfortable there and am so glad I joined. —NEIL CAMPBELL, ROYAL OAK

and Fitness Warren;

rebelstrengthandfitness.com

3rd Muscles Gym St. Claire Shores; mimuscles.com

Beach House Day Spa is just amazing. Service, attitude, friendliness, atmosphere — literally everything is top notch!

Bloomfield Hills;

crossfitbloomfield.com

and Fitness Warren; rebelstrengthandfitness.com 3rd Five Lakes Crossfit Farmington Hills;

2nd Margot European Spa Birmingham; margots.com 3rd Face Skincare

Salon and Spa Birmingham; antoninosalon.com 3rd Red the Salon Birmingham; redthesalon.com

facebeautyscience.com

Fitness classes

1st Ohana Fitness

fivelakescrossfit.com

Day spa

Warren; rebelstrengthandfitness.com

Day Spa

Hamadeh, Gunny’s Garage Garden City; gunnyfit.com 3rd Chad Demchik, Next Level Fitness Academy Warren; getfitwithnextlevel.com

1st Beach House Birmingham;

beachhouse-dayspa.com

2nd Rivage Day Spa Birmingham; rivagedayspa.com 3rd Margot European Spa Birmingham; margots.com

2nd Ahmad “The Gunny”

Ferndale; hotyogaferndale.com

1st Grand Traverse Resort and Spa

1st Detroit Athletic Club

2nd Crystal Mountain

Detroit; thedac.com

crystalmountain.com

2nd The Schvitz Detroit; schvitzdetroit.com

3rd Immerse Spa at MGM Grand Detroit Detroit;

3rd Franklin Athletic Club Southfield; franklinclub.com

Hot shave

1 Detroit Barber Co. st

Michigan spa resort

Health club

Thompsonville;

mgmgranddetroit.mgmresorts.com

Threading 1st 6 Salon

various locations; sixsalon.com

various locations;

detroitbarbers.com 2nd Lefty’s Barbershop Ferndale; leftysbarber.shop 3rd 6 Salon various locations; sixsalon.com

2nd Face Candy: Skin & Beauty Troy; facecandybeautybar.com 3rd Krishna Salon & Spa Farmington Hills;

salonkrishna.com

Lash specialist 1st 6 Salon

various locations; sixsalon.com

Yoga studio

1st Citizen Yoga various locations;

2nd Birmingham Beauty Bar Birmingham; facebook.com/ birminghambeautybar 3rd The Lash Cabana Beach Spa Clinton Township;

thelashcabanabeachspa.com

Pilates classes

Acme; grandtraverseresort.com

2nd Rebel Strength

1st Stephanie Riley, Rebel Strength and Fitness

beautification.com

equilibriumstudio.com

Medical Wellness Bingham Farms;

Fitness trainer

and Beautification Ferndale; breathebodyworkand

Hair salon 2nd Antonino

2nd Rebel Strength

2nd Margot European Spa Birmingham; margots.com 3rd Breathe Bodywork

2nd Pilates Detroit Ferndale; pilatesdetroit.com 3rd Equilibrium Pilates Studio Bloomfield, Birmingham;

Birmingham; rivagedayspa.com

and Fitness Warren; rebelstrengthandfitness.com 3rd Gunny’s Garage Garden City; gunnyfit.com

Birmingham; rivagedayspa.com

1st Hot Yoga Ferndale

1st 6 Salon

Shelby Township;

1st Crossfit Bloomfield

Massage

—JOSEPH RUSH, BLOOMFIELD HILLS

various locations; sixsalon.com

and Wellness

Crossfit gym

2nd Eco Nails Troy; econailssalon.com 3rd Rivage Day Spa Birmingham; rivagedayspa.com

1st Rivage Day Spa

Facials

ohanafitnessandwellness.com

Day Spa

Birmingham;

beachhouse-dayspa.com

Auburn Hills;

1st Rivage Day Spa

1st Beach House

2nd Rebel Strength

broweskinandbrow.com

3rd Skin Bar VII Detroit; skinbar7.com

Barber shop

1st 6 Salon

Detroit; detroitbodygarage.com

Mani-pedi salon

citizenyogastudio.com

2nd Detroit Yoga Lab Detroit; detroityogalab.com 3rd Full Lotus Yoga Detroit, Grosse Pointe Woods; fulllotusyoga.net

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Best Hair Salon 6 SALON

First launching in Royal Oak in 2003 (and now in Birmingham and Detroit, too), this upscale salon has a passionate fan base, as is evident from the number of categories it won and the enthusiastic comments submitted by readers. Its fans rave about the coloring, cuts, blowouts, and brow and lash services performed by a team that “is always on their A-game.” It’s not stodgy either; the salon is fun, inviting, and friendly. Bonus: The Birmingham location is open seven days a week. Also voted Best Barber Shop, Blowouts, Eyebrow Specialist, Lash Specialist, and Threading.

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Best Craft Cocktails SUGAR HOUSE

Craft cocktail bars are now a staple of Detroit’s drinking culture, and the Sugar House in Corktown helped pioneer the movement in the Motor City. Since opening in 2011, it has been consistently placed among connoisseurs’ go-to spots for well-made libations in a sophisticated and intimate speakeasy-like atmosphere. Drinks range from 101 classics, which include Manhattans and margaritas, to its spirits list anchored by single-barrel bourbons and American whiskies. Despite all these options, your best bet is still to leave it up to the mixologist to craft a beverage tailored to your tastes. Also winner of Best Bar/Lounge to Take a Date and High-End Bar.

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BestofDetroit

Drinks Bar/lounge to take a client

Craft cocktails 1st Sugar House

1st The Apparatus

Detroit; sugarhousedetroit.com

Detroit; detroitfoundationhotel.

2nd Bad Luck Bar Detroit; badluckbar.com 3rd The Oakland Art Novelty Co. Ferndale; theoaklandferndale.com

Room

com/apparatus-room

2nd The Monarch Club Detroit; monarchclubdetroit.com 3rd Evening Bar Detroit; eveningbar.com

Bar/lounge to take a date 1st Sugar House

Detroit; sugarhousedetroit.com

2nd Candy Bar Detroit; candybardetroit.com 3rd Standby Detroit; standbydetroit.com

Beer selection (bar) 1st Hopcat

various locations; hopcat.com

2nd Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak, Washington;

browniron.com

3rd The Brakeman Detroit; thebrakemandetroit.com

Brewery/bar

1 Atwater Brewery st

Detroit, Grosse Pointe Park;

Distillery

1st Two James Spirits twojames.com

2nd Valentine Distilling Co. valentinedistilling.com 3rd Detroit City Distillery detroitcitydistillery.com

Brewing Co. Birmingham, Rochester Hills;

griffinclawbrewingcompany.com

3rd Eastern Market Brewing Co. Detroit; easternmarket.beer

—DENNIS FARMER, CANTON

Happy hour

1st Bobcat Bonnie’s

—MEGAN O’MEARA, LIVONIA

LGBTQ bar

Two James: great atmosphere, wonderful drinks, amazing staff, and fun, personable tours! —CINDI REED, LIVONIA

bobcatbonnies.com

2nd Brown Iron Brewhouse

1 The Old Miami st

Detroit; oldmiami.business.site

2nd Gusoline Alley Royal Oak; facebook.com/ gusoline-alley 3rd Sneakers Pub Ferndale; sneakerspubferndale.com

1st Detroit Shipping Co.

& Showbar Royal Oak; prontolounge.com

Michigan beer 1 Bell’s Brewery st

bellsbeer.com

2nd Founders Brewing Co. foundersbrewing.com 3rd Atwater Brewery atwaterbeer.com

Michigan winery

Hamlin Pub in Clarkston has awesome drinks, Amy the bartender is awesome, and the wings are phenomenal.” —ROSA SAUNDERS, WATERFORD

1st Blake’s Orchard and Cidery

2nd The Monarch Club Detroit; monarchclubdetroit.com 3rd Candy Bar Detroit; candybardetroit.com

Place to drink outdoors 2nd Blake’s Tasting Room Armada; blakefarms.com 3rd The Ferndale Project Ferndale; ferndaleproject.com

2nd Black Star Farms blackstarfarms.com 3rd Detroit Vineyards detroitvineyards.com

Detroit; sugarhousedetroit.com

Dive bar

2nd Renshaw Lounge Clawson; renshawlounge.com 3rd Kiesling Detroit; kieslingdetroit.com

2nd Soho Ferndale; ferndalesoho.com 3rd Pronto Lounge

Armada; blakefarms.com

1st Sugar House

bronx-bar-detroit

Detroit; detroitshippingcompany.com

browniron.com

High-end bar

1st Bronx Bar

Detroit; facebook.com/

1st Temple Bar

Royal Oak, Washington;

3rd Hazel’s Birmingham; eatathazels.com

Neighborhood bar

Detroit; templebardetroit.com

various locations;

atwaterbeer.com

2nd Griffin Claw

The Apparatus Room has great ambience and a rich history [on the site of the Detroit Fire Department's headquarters from the late 1920s to [2013].”

The Bronx Bar. Not only is it a great atmosphere, but they have a large variety of drinks. They have a pool table and a jukebox. This is where I met some of my best lifelong friends.

Temple Bar is a Cass Corridor legend. It was there before the area got trendy and continues to thrive. —ASHLEY DAGOSTINO, DETROIT

Sports bar

1st Hamlin Pub various locations;

hamlinpubs.com

2nd Nemo’s Detroit Detroit; nemosdetroit.com 3rd 24 Seconds Bar & Grill Berkley; 24secondsbar.com

Wine bar

1st Motor City Wine Detroit; motorcitywine.com

2nd Michigan by the Bottle various locations;

mbtbtasting.com 3rd The Royce Detroit Detroit; theroycedetroit.com

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BestofDetroit Burgers (classic)

1st Red Coat Tavern

Coffee shop

Royal Oak, West Bloomfield;

Coffee Roasting Co.

1st Whistle Stop

redcoat-tavern.com

various locations;

Birmingham, Pleasant Ridge; whistlestopdiners.com

greatlakescoffee.com

2nd Mercury Burger & Bar Detroit; mercuryburgerbar.com 3rd Hunter House

Food Appetizers

1st Brown Iron Brewhouse

Bakery (bread)

1st Crispelli’s Bakery

browniron.com

2nd San Morello Detroit; sanmorello.com 3rd Adachi Birmingham; adachirestaurant.com

Bagel shop

1st New York Bagel various locations;

newyorkbagel-detroit.com

hamburgers.com

Detroit, Lansing;

greendotstables.com

2nd Vinsetta Garage Berkley; vinsettagarage.com 3rd Basement Burger Bar various locations; basementburgerbar.com

Cafe

Birmingham; gocommonwealth.com

3rd Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

Bakery (desserts) 1st Astoria

Pastry Shop astoriapastryshop.com

St. Clair Shores;

2nd Sister Pie Detroit; sisterpie.com

eastsidebagel.com

3rd Cannelle by Matt Knio

Coffee Roasters various locations; docr.coffee 3rd The Red Hook Ferndale, Detroit;

Burgers (specialty)

1st Green Dot Stables

2nd Avalon International Breads Ann Arbor, Detroit; avalonbreads.net

2nd Dessert Oasis

Diners

2nd O.W.L. Royal Oak; owlwoodward.com 3rd Rose’s Fine Food and Wine Detroit; rosesfinefood.com

theredhookcoffee.com

1st Commonwealth

Detroit, Royal Oak;

2nd Detroit Bagel Factory Livonia; detroitbagel.net 3rd Eastside Bagel

Hamburgers Birmingham; hunterhouse

Royal Oak; crispellisbakery.com

Royal Oak, Washington;

Diner

1st The Great Lakes

Café

2nd Three Cats Clawson; threecatscafe.com 3rd The Congregation Detroit; thecongregationdetroit.com

Astoria [Pastry Shop] — best chocolate pecan turtles. Consistently great over 20 years.” —BECKY MCCABE, PLYMOUTH

Donuts

Selden Standard — we delight in dining in the outdoor patio amid a garden of fresh herbs and greens that the restaurant incorporates into delicious dishes with tantalizing flavors. —BONITA BOHL, BIRMINGHAM

Coney Island 1st Lafayette Coney Island

Detroit; facebook.com/

Berkley; facebook.com/

donutcutter1

2nd Knapp’s Donuts Rochester, Troy; facebook.com/ knappsdonuts 3rd Donut Bar & Coffee Southfield, Livonia; donutbardetroit.com

Farm-to-table restaurant

Selden Standard Detroit; seldenstandard.com

2nd Sylvan Table Sylvan Lake; sylvantable.com 3rd Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails Detroit; chartreusekc.com

Fast/casual restaurant

lafayette-coney-island

1st Kouzina Greek

2nd Leo’s Coney Island

Royal Oak; gokouzina.com

Street Food

various locations;

leosconeyisland.com 3rd National Coney Island various locations;

nationalconeyisland.com

Birmingham, Detroit;

1st Donut Cutter

2nd Estia Greek Street Food Troy, Warren; goestia.com 3rd Iggy’s Eggies Detroit; iggyseggies.com

cannellebirmingham.com

I am positive that New York Bagel is the single greatest bagel-selling establishment I will ever have the pleasure of eating at. –JACK TIERNEY, HAZEL PARK

Bar food

1st One-Eyed Betty’s Ferndale; oneeyedbettys.com

Cheap Eats

1st Detroit Cookie Co.

Detroit, Royal Oak;

detroitcookieco.com

Bucharest Grill

Ann Arbor, Ferndale;

bucharestgrill.com

2nd Hopcat Ann Arbor, Detroit; hopcat.com 3rd Bronx Bar Detroit; facebook.com/ Bronx-Bar-Detroit

Barbecue restaurant

1st Slows Bar BQ Detroit; slowsbarbq.com

2nd Bad Brad’s BBQ

2nd Leo’s Coney Island various locations;

leosconeyisland.com 3rd Lafayette Coney Island Detroit; facebook.com/ lafayette-coney-island

Chinese restaurant

1st Mon Jin Lau Troy; monjinlau.com

various locations;

badbradsbbq.com

2nd Shangri-La

3rd Union Woodshop Clarkston; unionwoodshop.com

Detroit, West Bloomfield;

midtownshangri-la.com

Food truck

1st The Lobster Food Truck Dearborn;

thelobsterfoodtruck.com

2nd Avalon International Breads Ann Arbor, Detroit; avalonbreads.net 3rd For the Love of Sugar Detroit; fortheloveofsugar.com

Dessert (restaurant)

2nd Estia Greek Street Food various locations; goestia.com 3rd Hero or Villain Detroit; heroorvillaindeli.com

French fries 1st Hopcat

1st San Morello

Ann Arbor, Detroit; hopcat.com

2nd Chartreuse Kitchen

2nd Townhouse Birmingham, Detroit;

Detroit; sanmorello.com

& Cocktails Detroit; chartreusekc.com 3rd Oak & Reel Detroit; oakandreel.com

eatattownhouse.com 3rd Social Kitchen and Bar Birmingham;

socialkitchenandbar.com

3rd The Peterboro Detroit; thepeterboro.com

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Best Sushi

NOBLE FISH Noble Fish in Clawson has grown from a tiny Japanese market and sushi bar into a larger, revamped space to accommodate the legions of sushi fans searching for some of southeastern Michigan’s freshest nigiri, sashimi, and hand rolls. The menu boasts a carefully edited selection of specialties and staples, such as the Michigan and Acapulco rolls, as well as the eel and inari nigiri, all of which are readily available in the wellstocked cases or can be prepared fresh for enjoying on-site. Also winner of Best Japanese Restaurant.

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Best Mexican Restaurant MEXICAN VILLAGE

With its iconic white building accented by a terra cotta awning, Mexican Village is a familiar sight and an institution in Mexicantown. For decades, loyal customers have returned time and time again (including some who have moved away and now make this a must-stop during visits back home) for hearty portions of traditional specialties, such as the Luncheon Burrazo (flour tortilla stuffed with beef and covered in a rich brown sauce and melted cheese), as well as enchiladas, fajitas, and margaritas. Those looking to venture outside the city can visit the Utica location.

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BestofDetroit Gluten-free menu

Mexican restaurant

Bloomfield, Ferndale;

Detroit, Utica;

1st Como’s Pizza comosrestaurant.com

2nd Commonwealth Café Birmingham;

gocommonwealth.com

3rd Brown Iron Brewhouse

1st Mexican Village

Kid-friendly restaurant

1st Buddy’s Pizza various locations;

buddyspizza.com

Royal Oak, Washington;

browniron.com

2nd National Coney Island

Greek restaurant

nationalconeyisland.com

Detroit, St. Clair Shores; pegasustavernas.com

sevarestaurant.com

various locations;

1st Pegasus Taverna

2nd Honey Tree Grille various locations;

honeytreegrille.com

3rd Estia Greek Street Food various locations; goestia.com

Ice cream shop

1st Ray’s Ice Cream

Royal Oak; raysicecream.com

2nd Erma’s Original Frozen Custard various locations;

3rd Seva Ann Arbor, Detroit;

Oak & Reel truly blew me away as not just one of the best new restaurants but also one of the best restaurants in the metro Detroit area. —SALLY ASKAR, DETROIT

ermascustard.com

3rd Treat Dreams Detroit, Ferndale; facebook.com/treatdreams313

Indian restaurant Priya Indian Cuisine

Vegetarian Street Food Canton, Troy; neehees.com 3rd Detroit Masala Detroit; detroitmasala.com

Italian restaurant

Detroit; sisterpie.com

Sterling Heights, Troy; lasaj.com

2nd Achatz Handmade

Lebanese Bistro 2nd Sahara Restaurant & Grill various locations; newsahara.com 3rd Phoenicia Birmingham;

Pie Co. various locations;

achatzpies.com 3rd Grand Traverse Pie Co. various locations; gtpie.com

phoeniciabirmingham.com

New restaurant 1st Oak & Reel

Pierogi

1st Polish Village Café Hamtramck; polishvillage.cafe

Detroit; oakandreel.com

2nd Sylvan Table Sylvan Lake; sylvantable.com 3rd Olin Bar & Kitchen Detroit; olindetroit.com

Late-night eatery 1 Lafayette Coney Island st

2nd O.W.L. Royal Oak; owlwoodward.com 3rd Leo’s Coney Island various locations;

leosconeyisland.com

Oysters

1st Tom’s Oyster Bar Royal Oak; tomsoysterbar.com

2nd Voyager Ferndale; voyagerferndale.com 3rd Oak & Reel Detroit; oakandreel.com

Pet-friendly restaurant

Detroit; detroitshippingcompany.com

various locations;

bobcatbonnies.com 3rd The Ferndale Project Ferndale; ferndaleproject.com

1st Anita’s Kitchen anitaskitchen.com

2nd Kyoto Japanese 2nd La Saj Lebanese Bistro Sterling Heights, Troy; lasaj.com 3rd Phoenicia

1st Buddy’s Pizza

jetspizza.com 3rd Loui’s Pizza Hazel Park; facebook.com/louispizza

La Saj — great Lebanese food like my mom used to make. Delicious and healthy. I love it! — MICHELE SUNDAY, STERLING HEIGHTS

1st Detroit Shipping Co.

Mediterranean restaurant

2nd Bobcat Bonnie’s various locations;

1st Frame

2nd Val’s Pizza Detroit; valspizzadetroit.com 3rd Trap Vegan Detroit; trapvegan.com

imanoodles.com

2nd El Guanaco Auburn Hills, Troy;

imanoodles.com

Pop-up restaurant

srodek.com

2nd Jet’s Pizza various locations;

3rd Barda Detroit; bardadetroit.com

2nd Polonia Restaurant Hamtramck; polonia-restaurant.net 3rd Val’s Polish Kitchen Rochester; valspolishkitchen.com

Detroit, Madison Heights;

(Washington) Washington; browniron.com 3rd Ima Detroit, Madison Heights;

elguanacotroy.com

Hamtramck; polishvillage.cafe

2nd Pietrzyk Pierogi Detroit; pietrzykpierogi.com 3rd Srodek’s Campau Quality Sausage Co. Hamtramck, Sterling Heights;

2nd Brown Iron Brewhouse

1st La Dolce Vita

Polish restaurant

1st Polish Village Café

Hazel Park; framehazelpark.com

Detroit; vicentesdetroit.com

andiamoitalia.com

Steakhouse Royal Oak; kyotoroyaloak.com 3rd Ima Detroit, Madison Heights; imanoodles.com

1st Sister Pie

1st La Saj

various locations; buddyspizza.com

dafrancescos.com

Clawson; noblefish.com

Pie

Detroit; ldvrestaurant.net

Cuisine

lafayette-coney-island

1st Noble Fish

Middle Eastern restaurant

1st Vicente’s Cuban

Detroit; facebook.com/

Japanese restaurant

Mexican Restaurant Detroit; mipueblorestaurant.com

2nd Pho Lucky various locations; pholucky.net 3rd Que Huong Madison Heights

Pizza (Detroit-style)

Shelby Township;

various locations;

imanoodles.com

2nd El Charro various locations; elcharrousa.com 3rd Mi Pueblo

Outdoor dining

(other than Mexican)

Da Francesco’s Ristorante & Bar

2nd Shewolf Pastificio & Bar Detroit; shewolfdetroit.com 3rd Andiamo

Detroit, Madison Heights;

Latino restaurant

Troy; priyacuisine.com

2nd Neehee’s Indian

mexicanvillagefood.com

Pho

1st Ima

Ramen 1st Ima

2nd Johnny Noodle King Detroit; johnnynoodleking.com 3rd Edo Ramen House Royal Oak; edoramenhouse.com

Restaurant

(Livingston County)

1st Mexican Fiesta

Hartland; mexicanfiesta.net

2nd Brighton Bar & Grill Brighton; brightonbarandgrill.com 3rd The Silver Pig Bar & Oyster Room Howell; thesilverpig.com

Restaurant

(Macomb County)

1st Da Francesco’s Ristorante & Bar Shelby Township;

dafrancescos.com

Pizza (thin-crust)

2nd Andiamo Warren; andiamoitalia.com 3rd J. Baldwin’s Clinton Township;

Detroit; supinopizzeria.com

jbaldwins.com

1st Supino Pizzeria 2nd Crispelli’s Bakery

Birmingham;

& Pizzeria various locations; crispellis.com 3rd Tomatoes Apizza various locations;

phoeniciabirmingham.com

tomatoesapizza.com

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BestofDetroit Restaurant for breakfast 1st The Original Pancake House

Restaurant

originalpancakehouse.com

1st Mabel Gray

2nd Toast

Hazel Park;

mabelgraykitchen.com

(Oakland County)

2nd Sylvan Table Sylvan Lake; sylvantable.com 3rd Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro Birmingham; tallulahwine.com

various locations;

1st Zingerman’s

Birmingham, Ferndale;

Delicatessen

1st Bucharest Grill

eatattoast.com

Ann Arbor; zingermansdeli.com

Detroit, Royal Oak; bucharestgrill.com

3rd Breakfast Club Madison Heights, Royal Oak;

2nd Mudgie’s Deli

facebook.com/breakfastmadison

& Wine Shop Detroit; mudgiesdeli.com 3rd Steve’s Deli Bloomfield Hills;

Restaurant for brunch

Roadhouse Ann Arbor;

zingermansroadhouse.com

2nd Gandy Dancer Ann Arbor;

gandydancerrestaurant.com

3rd Frita Batidos Ann Arbor;

Hazel Park;

mabelgraykitchen.com

2 Bobcat Bonnie’s nd

various locations;

bobcatbonnies.com

3rd Dime Store Detroit; eatdimestore.com

Restaurant to take a client

Zingerman’s is one of those rare places that is worth every tiny scrap of hype and press it’s given. —WILL MCCOOL, PONTIAC

1st Grey Ghost Detroit

Seafood restaurant

Detroit; greyghostdetroit.com

2nd San Morello Detroit; sanmorello.com 3rd Oak & Reel Detroit; oakandreel.com

Out of all the places on the list, Grey Ghost is my favorite. I love their seasonal and creative menu. —AMANDA AYOUB, DEARBORN HEIGHTS

(Wayne County)

1st Selden Standard Detroit; seldenstandard.com

2nd Prime & Proper Detroit; primeandproperdetroit.com 3rd Shewolf Pastificio & Bar Detroit; shewolfdetroit.com

1st Joe Muer Seafood Bloomfield Hills, Detroit; joemuer.com

2nd Voyager Ferndale; voyagerferndale.com 3rd Oak & Reel Detroit; oakandreel.com

Detroit, Royal Oak; bucharestgrill.com

2nd Anita’s Kitchen

2nd Café Cortina Farmington Hills; cafecortina.com 3rd San Morello Detroit; sanmorello.com

anitaskitchen.com 3rd Mr. Kabob Xpress various locations;

mrkabob.com

(Renaissance Center) Detroit; joemuer.com

1st The Whitney

Detroit;

primeandproperdetroit.com

2nd Clawson Steakhouse Clawson; clawsonsteakhouse.com 3rd London Chop House Detroit; thelondonchop.com

detroitwingco.com 3rd Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak, Washington;

Soul food restaurant

Thai restaurant 1st Sy Thai

St. Clair Shores; sythai.com

2nd Bangkok 96 Restaurant Dearborn; bangkok96.com 3rd Takoi Detroit; takoidetroit.com

Vegan/vegetarian restaurant 1st Seva

Ann Arbor, Detroit;

Sushi

1st Noble Fish

2nd Ronin Sushi Royal Oak; roninsushi.com 3rd Mon Jin Lau Troy; monjinlau.com

Shawarma

1st Joe Muer Seafood

Detroit; thewhitney.com

Steakhouse

1st Prime & Proper

sevarestaurant.com

2nd Inn Season Cafe Royal Oak; theinnseasoncafe.com 3rd Chive Kitchen Farmington; chivekitchen.com

Wings

1st Chicken Shack various locations;

1st Bucharest Grill

Restaurant with a view

Romantic dining

3rd San Morello Detroit; sanmorello.com

Clawson; noblefish.com

various locations;

2nd Highlands Detroit; highlandsdetroit.com 3rd Parc Detroit; parcdetroit.com

various locations;

browniron.com

eatattoast.com

fritabatidos.com

Restaurant

Detroit; thewhitney.com

Birmingham, Ferndale;

(Washtenaw County) 1st Zingerman’s

1st The Whitney

2nd Detroit Wing Co.

2nd Mabel Gray

—ANDRIA KAISER, ROYAL OAK

Restaurant

Special-occasion restaurant

stevesdeli.com

1st Toast

The tasting menu [at Mabel Gray] is always complex and delicious. The staff is genuinely happy to be there, and you can feel at home while melting into your Wagyu.

Takeout spot

Sandwich shop

chickenshack.com

My favorite on this list is Taqueria El Rey. I drive from over an hour away for their chicken and tacos. They treat you like family when you’re there.

2nd Anita’s Kitchen various locations;

anitaskitchen.com 3rd Brown Iron Brewhouse Royal Oak, Washington;

browniron.com

—AMY WOOLDRIDGE, HOWELL

1 Detroit Vegan Soul st

Detroit; detroitvegansoul.com

2nd Detroit Soul Detroit; detroitsoul.net 3rd Baker’s Keyboard Lounge Detroit; facebook.com/ bakers-keyboard-lounge

Tacos

1st Taqueria El Rey

Detroit; find them on Facebook

2nd Imperial Ferndale; imperialferndale.com 3rd El Charro various locations; elcharrousa.com

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BestofDetroit Best Burgers (Specialty) GREEN DOT STABLES

Since opening in 2012 in Southwest Detroit and reviving a faded watering hole with a mysterious equestrian theme, Green Dot Stables has quickly built up its hot-spot status, proving that high quality doesn’t have to mean expensive. The affordable and approachable menu boasts a wide array of sliders with creative twists, from Cuban and Korean to plant-based and tofu, paired with an equally budget-friendly beverage menu. It’s a popular place to hit up before and after sporting events but equally great for simply smashing some sliders with friends.

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Best Community Organization BEES IN THE D

This nonprofit organization educates the Detroit community about the importance of pollinators while cultivating a network of honeybees throughout southeastern Michigan. Folks can sign up to learn the basics of beekeeping. there are volunteer opportunities for novice and experienced beekeepers, and, if you’re a local Girl Scout, you can earn a Bees in the D beekeeping patch. But if donning a beekeeper’s suit is not your speed, support the organization’s work by purchasing unfiltered Detroit honey or Detroit beeswax lip balms and/or by contributing to its Michigan Pollinator Center, which is targeted to open in 2023.

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BestofDetroit Philanthropist

1 Dan Gilbert, the Gilbert Family Foundation st

Community

& Personalities Author

1st Mitch Albom mitchalbom.com

2nd Kristy Robinett kristyrobinett.com 3rd Jimmy Doom jimmydoom.substack.com

Community organization

Meteorologist (local)

Detroit; beesinthed.com

wxyz.com

2nd Friendship Circle

2nd Andrew Humphrey,

1 Bees in the D st

Bartender

The Peterboro

Oak & Reel Detroit; oakandreel.com 3rd Jimmy Doom, Small’s Hamtamck; smallsbardetroit.com

Chef

1st James Rigato, Mabel Gray

Hazel Park; mabelgraykitchen.com

2nd Anthony Lombardo, Shewolf Pastificio & Bar Detroit; shewolfdetroit.com 3rd Luciano DelSignore, Bacco Ristorante and Casa Pernoi Southfield, Birmingham;

baccoristorante.com, casapernoi.com

Community activist

Fair Wage Michigan

2nd Rob Stone, 99.5 WYCD audacy.com/wycd 3rd Holly Hutton, 99.5 WYCD audacy.com/wycd

Radio host

WDIV Local 4

—SHEILA HENDERSON, SOUTH LYON

freep.com

2nd The Detroit News detroitnews.com 3rd Macomb Daily macombdaily.com

Teacher

1st James Pecar, Clinton Township;

1067wllz.iheart.com

3 Paul Gross,

Devin Scillian has been a trusted newsman for our family for years. His compassion, kindness, and honest reporting are obvious and ever so appreciated. He demonstrates humility and humor while demonstrating hope and ethical behavior!”

97.1 The Ticket

audacy.com/971theticket

chippewavalleyschools.org

Enrichment Center Northville;

Newspaper (local)

2nd Dan Miller, Fox 2 Detroit fox2detroit.com 3rd Mike Valenti,

106.7 WLLZ

1st Trudi Daniels,

3 Living and Learning

1st Detroit Free Press

clickondetroit.com

Chippewa Valley High School

clickondetroit.com

WDIV Local 4

Radio DJ

channel955.iheart.com

2nd Jay Towers, 100.3 WNIC wnic.iheart.com 3rd Mike Valenti, 97.1 The Ticket

audacy.com/971theticket

Radio news reporter (local)

1st Charlie Langton,

WWJ News Radio 950

2nd Darrin Winkler, Pierce Elementary School Birmingham; birmingham.k12.mi.us 3rd Zach Rondot, Costello Elementary School; Troy; costello.troy.k12.mi.us

Tour company 1st The Detroit Bus Co.

Detroit; thedetroitbus.com

2nd Detroit History Tours Detroit; detroithistorytours.com 3rd City Tour Detroit Detroit; citytourdetroit.com

Traffic reporter 1st Kim DeGiulio, WDIV Local 4

fox2detroit.com

clickondetroit.com

Opinion columnist

2nd Tony Ortiz, WWJ News Radio 950

2nd Kellie Rowe, Fox 2 Detroit fox2detroit.com 3rd Ali Hoxie, WXYZ Detroit wxyz.com

freep.com

Michigan Radio

1st Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press

detroit.cbslocal.com 3rd Cynthia Canty, michiganradio.org

2nd Terry Foster, The Detroit News

detroitnews.com

3rd Nolan Finley, The Detroit News detroitnews.com

Organization

for people with disabilities 1st Friendship Circle

Social media influencer

1st Darren McCarty

TV news anchor (local)

1st Devin Scillian, WDIV Local 4 clickondetroit.com

@realdarrenmccarty

2nd Rhonda Walker, 2nd Seoung Lee @chowdowndetroit 3rd Sarah Hermiz @sarahhermiz

WDIV Local 4

clickondetroit.com

3rd Roop Raj, Fox 2 Detroit fox2detroit.com

West Bloomfield;

Local politician 1st Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan

onefairwage.site

friendshipcircle.org

Sports reporter (local) TV news reporter (local) 1st Brad Galli, WXYZ Detroit

1st Karen Drew,

various locations;

judsoncenter.org

wxyz.com

clickondetroit.com

2nd Jennifer Hammond,

2nd Maurielle Lue,

Fox 2 Detroit

fox2detroit.com

fox2detroit.com 3rd Kim DeGiulio,

2nd Judson Center

3rd Rev. Charles Williams II,

2nd U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib,

3rd Living and Learning

National Action Network Michigan

Michigan’s 13th congressional district 3rd U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell, Michigan’s 12th congressional district

Enrichment Center Northville; livingandlearningcenter.org

nationalactionnetwork.net

uwm.com

WDIV Local 4

Fems for Dems

2nd Chantel Watkins, One

Wholesale Mortgage

clickondetroit.com

livingandlearningcenter.org

1st Bernie Smilovitz,

3rd Mat Ishbia, United

friendshipcircle.org

1st Lori Goldman, femsfordems.org

ilitchcompanies.com

West Bloomfield;

Detroit; thepeterboro.com

2nd Jacob Feitler,

WXYZ Detroit

2nd Denise Ilitch, Ilitch Companies

1st Mojo, Channel 955

1st Roxanne Phillips,

1st Dave Rexroth,

gilbertfamilyfoundation.org

Sportscaster (local)

3rd Mitch Albom.

WDIV Local 4

Detroit Free Press

WDIV Local 4

freep.com

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BestofDetroit Bridal salon

Comic book shop

Shoppe

Ann Arbor, Detroit;

1st The Wedding

1st Vault of Midnight

Berkley; theweddingshoppe.net

Retail Antique shop 1st Vintage Eastern Market Detroit; vintageem.com

2nd Roma Sposa Birmingham; romasposa.com 3rd Gina’s Bridal Boutique Milford; ginasbridal.com

Butcher shop/deli 1st Vince & Joe’s

Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

2nd Stage Deli West Bloomfield; stagedeli.com 3rd Marrow Detroit; marrowdetroit.com

Cake shop

Appliance Mart West Bloomfield;

witbeckappliance.com

(store)

1st Sanders

1st Holiday Market

various locations;

Royal Oak; holiday-market.com

sanderscandy.com

2nd Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com 3rd Red Wagon Shoppe various locations;

2nd Bon Bon Bon various locations;

redwagonshoppe.com

Auto dealership (group)

1st The Suburban Collection

Bike shop

1st Detroit Bikes

Detroit; detroitbikes.com

various locations;

Cannabis dispensary (recreational)

2nd Wild Bill’s Tobacco

Clawson; noblefish.com

1st Liv Cannabis

Automotive Group various locations;

3rd KLM Bike & Fitness Birmingham, Rochester Hills;

familydeal.com

klmfitness.com

anewstandard.com

1st John K. King Used

Chocolate/ chocolatier

Bookstore

and Rare Books

—DAVID STEIN, BLOOMFIELD HILLS

Clothing and accessory resale 1st Regeneration Pleasant Ridge;

2nd Déjà Vu Upscale

2nd House of Dank various locations, shophod.com 3rd New Standard Ann Arbor, Hazel Park;

3rd Szott Auto Group

Vault of Midnight is everything a modern comic shop should be: bright, high energy, and such an amazingly diverse stock.

regenerationclothing.org

downtown-bikeshop.com

1st Noble Fish

various locations;

Ferndale, livcannabis.com

2nd LaFontaine

szottauto.com

Fish market

Candy Co. Clawson; docsweets.com

2nd Downtown Bike Shop Detroit, Ferndale;

bonbonbon.com 3rd Doc Sweets’

suburbancollection.com

various locations;

churchillscigarbar.com

facebook.com/tgfcigarmartini

2nd Sargent Appliance 3rd Witbeck Home

various locations;

Churchill’s Cigar Bar

loveandbuttercream.com

Candy store

sargentappliance.com

Farmers Market Waterford; oakgov.com

Sterling Heights;

Beer selection

Detroit; easternmarket.org

Cigar shop

Cigar Martini Bar Rochester Hills;

dorianford.com

1st Eastern Market

2nd Royal Oak Farmers Market Royal Oak; romi.gov 3rd Oakland County

Bloomfield Hills;

Birmingham;

Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

Farmers market

franklincidermill.com

2nd Love & Buttercream

Livonia; billbrownford.net

3rd Dorian Ford Clinton Township;

various locations;

yatescidermill.com 3rd Franklin Cider Mill

wildbillstobacco.com 3rd The Godfather

of Sugar

St. Clair Shores;

abcwarehouse.com

2nd Yates Cider Mill Lake Orion, Rochester Hills;

Detroit; fortheloveofsugar.com

(individual)

3rd Vince & Joe’s

various locations;

& Cider Mill

2nd Comic City various locations; comiccity.com 3rd Time Travelers Berkley; timetravelersonline.com

Armada; blakefarms.com

1st Bill Brown Ford

serrawhelan.com

1st ABC Warehouse

1st Blake’s Orchard

1st For the Love

2nd Serra Whelan Chevrolet

Appliance shop

Cider mill

Auto dealership

2nd Odd Fellows Antiques Berkley; oddfellowsantiques.com 3rd Time Warp timewarp-vintage.com

vaultofmidnight.com

Designer Resale Franklin; dejavuresale.com 3rd Eldorado General Store Detroit; eldoradogeneralstore.com

2nd Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com 3rd People’s Fish Market Pontiac; peoplesfishmarket.com

Flower shop 1st Viviano Flower Shop

various locations; viviano.com

2nd Fleur Detroit Bloomfield Hills; fleurdetroit.com 3rd Thrifty Florist various locations; thriftyflorist.net

Furniture & home goods resale 1st Vintage Eastern Market Detroit; vintageem.com

2nd Detroit Urban Artifacts Detroit; detroiturbanartifacts.com 3rd Odd Fellows Antiques Berkley; oddfellowsantiques.com

Furniture store 1st Leon & Lulu

Clawson; leonandlulu.com

2nd Gardner White

Coffee brand

various locations;

gardner-white.com

1st Sanders

1st The Great Lakes

Coffee Roasting Co.

3rd Gorman’s various locations; gormans.com

Detroit, Ferndale;

various locations;

johnkingbooksdetroit.com

sanderscandy.com

greatlakescoffee.com

2nd Book Beat Oak Park; thebookbeat.com 3rd Literati Bookstore Ann Arbor; literatibookstore.com

2nd Bon Bon Bon various locations; bonbonbon.com 3rd Birmingham Chocolate Ferndale; birminghamchocolate.com

2nd Madcap Coffee Detroit, madcapcoffee.com 3rd Zingerman’s Coffee Co. Ann Arbor; zingermanscoffee.com

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Best Home Decor Shop LEON & LULU

With the ease of online shopping, it can be hard to look past your browser for finds. Thankfully, Leon & Lulu has curated an experience in Clawson that’s so unique it must be experienced IRL. Housed in what was once a 15,000-square-foot roller rink, Leon & Lulu features handmade gifts, one-of-a-kind furniture, and funky home decor. As one reader summed up, “Leon & Lulu has the coolest/diverse stuff. You can always find a gift for someone there and unique, spunky furniture of your dreams.” If the shopping tuckers you out, pop into Three Cats cafe next door (housed in a former movie theater) for dinner, cocktails, and occasional live music. Also winner of Best Furniture Store, Gift Shop.

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BestofDetroit High-end clothing store

Place to buy art

1st Tender

1st DuMouchelles

Birmingham;

Gift shop

1st Leon & Lulu

Clawson; leonandlulu.com

2nd City Bird Detroit; citybirddetroit.com 3rd Rail & Anchor Royal Oak; railandanchor.com

Gluten-free products

1st Vince & Joe’s

Gourmet Market

tenderbirmingham.com

Detroit; dumouchelles.com

2nd Coup D’état Detroit; shopcoupdetat.com 3rd Alexander’s Custom Clothiers Northville; alexcustom.com

2nd David Klein Gallery

Home decor shop 1st Leon & Lulu

Clawson; leonandlulu.com

2nd Urbanum Detroit; urbanumdetroit.com 3rd Just by Happenstance Clinton Township; justbyhappenstance.com

Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

Jewelry store

2 Cacao Tree Café Royal Oak; cacaotreecafe.com 3rd Rumi’s Passion Plymouth; rumispassion.com

various locations; tappers.com

Gourmet foods 1st Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market

Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

1st Tapper’s

2nd Lucido Fine Jewelry various locations;

lucidojewelry.com 3rd Miner’s Den Jewelers Royal Oak; minersden.com

Kids’ clothing store 1st Lil’ Rascals

Birmingham; lilrascalsbham.com

2nd Westborn Market various locations;

westbornmarket.com

3rd Plum Market various locations; plummarket.com

Regeneration makes up 75 percent of my wardrobe. I love that I can go in there for everything from fitness to casual to finer wear. —MEGAN FULLER, FERNDALE

2nd Apple Blossom

Detroit, Birmingham;

Lingerie store

1st Harp’s Lingerie

Birmingham; harps-lingerie.com

progressiveartstudiocollective.org Royal Oak;

facebook.com/noirleather

1st Toyology

various locations;

Dearborn, Farmington;

various locations;

bustedbrashop.com

dearbornmusic.net

toyologytoys.com

Men’s clothing store

2nd Third Man Records Detroit; thirdmanstore.com 3rd Found Sound Ferndale; facebook.com/ foundsoundvinyl

2nd Whistle Stop

1st Claymore Shop

Birmingham; claymoreshop.com

2nd Youngbloods Hazel Park; youngbloodsshop.com 3rd The Suit Depot Oak Park; thesuitdepot.com

Nursery/ greenhouse

1st English Gardens various locations;

englishgardens.com

2nd Bordine’s various locations; bordines.com 3rd Telly’s Greenhouse

Optical shop

various locations; shinola.com

2nd Noir Leather

1st See

various locations;

seeeyewear.com

2nd Roland Optics rolandoptics.com 3rd Optik Birmingham Birmingham;

optikbirmingham.com

Lighting shop

Place to buy an engagement/ wedding ring

Centers

various locations; tappers.com

1st Tapper’s

Royal Oak; lostandfoundvintage.com

2nd Regeneration Pleasant Ridge;

regenerationclothing.org

3rd Déjà Vu Upscale Designer Resale Franklin; dejavuresale.com

Wine store

Gourmet Market

Collection

2nd Motor City Wine Detroit; motorcitywine.com 3rd Kakos Fine Wine, Beer & Spirits Birmingham;

1st Somerset

Troy; thesomersetcollection.com

2nd Twelve Oaks Mall Novi; shoptwelveoaks.com 3rd The Mall at Partridge Creek Clinton Township; shoppartridgecreek.com

Skin care shop 1st Margot

European Spa

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Women’s boutique 1st Ferne Boutique Ann Arbor, Detroit;

ferneboutique.com

2nd Just Girls Boutique Bloomfield Hills;

justgirlsboutique.com

Redford;

facebook.com/roycelighting

facebeautyscience.com

3rd Miner’s Den Jewelers Royal Oak; minersden.com

1st Lost and Found Vintage

Shopping mall

2nd Skin Bar VII Detroit, skinbar7.com 3rd Face Skincare Medical Wellness Bingham Farms,

lucidojewelry.com

Vintage/consignment clothes

Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

2nd Lucido Fine Jewelry various locations;

2nd Herald Wholesale Troy; heraldwholesale.com 3rd Royce Lighting

Hobby & Toy St. Clair Shores; whistle-stop.com 3rd Funky Monkey Toys Oxford; funkymonkeytoysonline.com

1st Vince & Joe’s

Birmingham, margots.com

Novi, Sterling Heights;

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Bloomfield Hills;

Royal Oak;

1st Ray Lighting

I love For the Love of Sugar! The vegan and gluten-free options provide us an opportunity to provide high-end treats for all of those in our family!

tellys.com

facebook.com/noirleather

3rd Leon & Lulu Clawson; leonandlulu.com

Toy store

1st Dearborn Music

appleblossombabyanddecor.com

1st Shinola

Record store

3rd Busted Bra Shop

Shelby Township, Troy;

Leather goods

Studio Collective various locations;

2nd Noir Leather

Baby and Decor Grosse Pointe;

3rd Little High Flyers Detroit; littlehighflyers.com

dkgallery.com 3rd Progressive Art

3rd Tender Birmingham; tenderbirmingham.com

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BestofDetroit Best Greenhouse ENGLISH GARDENS Known for its friendly staff and vibrant, healthy plants, English Gardens is a haven for home gardeners. Its greenhouse-like stores rotate selections with the seasons and provide landscaping services for those without a green thumb. Several locations offer outdoor furniture, decorations, and according to some customers, a lounging cat.

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DETROIT BIKES If Detroit could put cars on the map, why not bikes? Two wheels, American steel, and deft engineering that can power trips on the Iron Belle Trail and beyond — Detroit Bikes is known for its community-minded ethos of handmaking quality bikes in Detroit. As stylish as they are nimble, the lightweight bikes are manufactured from the same steel used in race cars, and most models are available in different sizes, to accommodate riders of all heights.

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BestofDetroit Michigan resort 1st Grand Hotel Mackinac Island;

grandhotel.com

2nd Grand Traverse

Services After-school program (nonschool)

1st Boys & Girls Clubs

of Southeastern Michigan

various locations; bgcsm.org

2nd Goldfish Swim School various locations;

goldfishswimschool.com

Auto repair 1st LaFontaine

Automotive Group

livingandlearningcenter.org

Auto detailing/ car wash 1st Jax Kar Wash

& Auto Detailing various locations;

2nd Ferndale Collision & Auto Repair Ferndale; ferndalecollision.com 3rd Kenny’s Lakes Area Auto Repair Walled Lake; lakesareaauto.com

Cannabis delivery 1st Liv Cannabis Ferndale; livcannabis.com

2nd House of Dank various locations; shophod.com 3rd Puff Cannabis Co. various locations;

puffcannaco.com

jaxkarwash.com

2nd Mr. C’s Car Wash

Caterer

mrcscarwash.com

1st Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market

3rd Motor City Auto Spa Royal Oak; motorcityautospa.com

Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com

various locations;

Pet groomer

1st Canine to Five various locations;

caninetofive.com

2nd Scrubbers Dog Wash various locations;

scrubbersdogwash.com

3rd Bingo Pet Salon Royal Oak; bingopetsalon.com

Photographer

1st Megan Rose

Interiors

3rd Abby B. Photography abbybphotography.com

Realtor

1st Nicole McAvoy

of Dobi Real Estate

Sweet Dreams [Bakery] puts their heart and soul into every single thing they create. They are amazing. —KATHLEEN CROSS, MADISON HEIGHTS

thymeandhoneyfood.com

3rd Chive Kitchen Farmington; chivekitchen.com

Financial planner

1st Mainstay Financial

Management

1st Sweet Dreams Bakery

Orchard Lake, Warren; sweetdreamsweb.com

Wedding photographer 1st Erin Schmidt

Photography

erinschmidtphoto.com

Birmingham; nicolemcavoy.com

2nd Sam Sarkis 2nd Andrew Colburn

Photography

of Colburn McDonald & Associates Rochester;

samsarkisphotography.com

findgreaterrochesterhomes.com

juniperwoodsphoto.com

3rd Cheryl Waring of Re/Max Clarkston; remax.com

Special-occasion venue

Northville; themeganrose.com

1st Shinola Hotel Detroit; shinolahotel.com

2nd Jeffrey King Interiors Birmingham; jeffreykinginteriors.com 3rd Michelle Mio Bloomfield Hills; rsminteriors.com

2nd The Whiskey Factory Detroit; whiskeyfactorydetroit.com 3rd Daxton Hotel Birmingham; daxtonhotel.com

Kitchen design service

Summer day camp

2nd Thyme & Honey St. Clair Shores;

Wedding cakes

facebook.com/manninos-nakery

2nd Jenna Joann

Interior designer

2nd Defy Commerce Charter Township; defy.com 3rd Franklin Athletic Club Southfield; franklinclub.com

Photography

2nd The Townsend Birmingham; townsendhotel.com 3rd Daxton Hotel Birmingham; daxtonhotel.com

—MELISSA POTASH, BIRMINGHAM

1st Zap Zone

various locations; zap-zone.com

jennajoannphotos.com

1st Melissa Douglas melissadouglasco.com

Shinola [Hotel] is the most stunning venue in all of Detroit. … You feel like you were transported to Paris in the middle of Detroit.

Venue for a kids’ party

2nd Vince & Joe’s Gourmet Market Clinton Township, Shelby Township; vinceandjoes.com 3rd Mannino’s Bakery Sterling Heights;

1st Shinola Hotel Detroit; shinolahotel.com

various locations; familydeal.com

3rd Living and Learning Enrichment Center Northville;

Hotel

Resort & Spa Acme, grandtraverseresort.com 3rd Inn at Bay Harbor Bay Harbor; innatbayharbor.com

3rdJuniper Woods Photography LLC

Wedding planner

1st Hazel & Gray Events Plymouth; hazelandgrayevents.com 2nd Emerald City Designs Farmington Hills;

emeraldcitydesigns.com

3rd A June Event West Bloomfield; ajuneevent.com

Wedding venue 1st Shinola Hotel

Detroit; shinolahotel.com

1st KSI Kitchen & Bath various locations; ksikitchens.com

Bloomfield Hills; cranbrook.edu

1st Cranbrook

2nd Zingerman’s Cornman Farms Dexter; zingermans

2nd LaFata Cabinets

2nd The Henry Ford Museum

fratarcangeliwealth.com

maisonbirmingham.com

of American Innovation Dearborn; thehenryford.org 3rd Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan various locations; bgcsm.org

cornmanfarms.com 3rd The Whiskey Factory Detroit; whiskeyfactorydetroit.com

Bloomfield Hills;

Shelby Township, West Bloomfield; lafata.com 3rd Maison Birmingham Birmingham;

Shelby Township;

mainstay-financial.com

2nd Oliver Financial Planning Ann Arbor; oliverplanning.com 3rdJeffrey Fratarcangeli

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Sports Detroit Lions player 1st Amon-Ra St. Brown

2nd D’Andre Swift 3rd T.J. Hockenson

1st Oakland Hills Country Club

Detroit Pistons player 2nd Hamidou Diallo 3rd Isaiah Stewart

Professional sports team

Detroit Red Wings player

1st Dylan Larkin 2nd Tyler Bertuzzi 3rd Moritz Seider

Cabrera — future HOF. —KEN OLDHAM, WALLED LAKE

Detroit Tigers player

1st Miguel Cabrera 2nd Akil Baddoo 3rd Eric Haase

Michigan college football team 1st University of Michigan 2nd Michigan State University

3rd Central Michigan University

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN We’ve done it. We’ve answered the age-old question of which is the best football team in the state. Well, at least according to our readers. And with U-M’s record 25 undefeated seasons and 11 national titles (tied for fourth), it’s hard to argue with their vote. But surely everyone can agree on one thing: Attending a game at the Big House is an experience in and of itself, complete with tailgating and singalongs that can’t help but lighten the mood whether you’re cheering on the Wolverines or the other guys.

Bloomfield Township; oaklandhillscc.com

2nd Detroit Golf Club Detroit; detroitgolfclub.org 3rd Red Run Golf Club Royal Oak; redrungolfclub.com

1st Cade Cunningham

Private golf course

Best Michigan College Football Team

1st Detroit Red Wings 2nd Detroit Tigers 3rd Detroit Lions

When I was born, my dad worked at Olympia, and I grew up loving the Red Wings. Now, with Yzerman back, I have no doubt that in a few years we will be back to the top again.” —ROSA SAUNDERS, WATERFORD

Public golf course 1st Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center Plymouth; foxhills.com

2nd Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club Clarkston; shepherdshollow.com 3rd The Orchards Golf Club Washington; orchards.com

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ALL-STARS

A LIFE-CHANGING DECISION DESERVES AN ALL-STAR ON YOUR TEAM PRESENTED BY:

For Hour Detroit’s Real Estate All-Stars 2022, we commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) to conduct a survey of all metro Detroit brokers and agents, to determine the top agents and mortgage professionals in the area. Agents who were chosen as Real Estate All-Stars had a total residential sales volume that fell within the top 5 percent of metro Detroit agents. The mortgage professionals on our list came highly recommended by agents and brokers in the region, and the mortgage professionals with the most votes were the ones who were named Real Estate All-Stars for 2022 in the mortgage category. Inclusion in Hour Detroit’s Real Estate All-Star list is based solely upon merit; there’s no commercial relationship to the listings, and listings cannot be purchased. While metro Detroit has many experienced real estate and mortgage professionals, the ones listed here are considered Hour Detroit Real Estate All-Stars. These Real Estate All-Stars know the communities they serve. They can best guide you, whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market, and introduce you to the home of your dreams.

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Presented by:

2022 REAL ESTATE ALL-STARS

Dave Abdallah Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Heights

Flo Abke Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty 19900 E. 10 Mile Rd. St. Clair Shores, MI 48080 313-378-3376 floabke@mirealsource.com floabke.com

Zack Aboona Keller Williams Lakeside 45609 Village Blvd. Shelby Twp. MI 48315 586-524-2424 zackaboona@kw.com zackaboona.kw.com Matthew Abro Silverstone Real Estate Rochester Hills

Renee Lossia Acho KW Domain 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-310-1414 renee@rlarealtors.com rlarealtors.com

Ronnie Ahmad Keller Williams Legacy Dearborn Mosed Aldhulaimi Real Estate One Dearborn Dearborn Fred Alexander Keller Williams Showcase Realty Commerce Township Sharon Ambroziak Century 21 Row Livonia Joseph Anderson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty Rochester Lori Anderson RE/MAX Classic Farmington Hills Therese Antonelli Moving The Mitten Real Estate Group Belleville John Apap Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham John Apap Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham Sakina Arastu Keller Williams Advantage Northville

Lisa Adams Real Estate in the Pointes Grosse Pointe Farms

Susie Armiak Real Estate One MBA Realty Grosse Ile Township

Robert Agnello RE/MAX First Royal Oak

Shawn Arnaout Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham

Kay Agney

Jennifer Arnold

Higbie Maxon Agney Inc. 83 Kercheval Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-886-3400 kay@higbiemaxon.com higbiemaxon.com

Real Estate One 44250 Garfield Rd. Clinton Twp. MI 48038 586-453-3248 jarnoldrealtor@gmail.com jenniferarnold.realestateone.com

Julie Ahee

Mary Aubrey-Rodgers

Sine & Monaghan Realtors 18412 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-300-9524 ahee.julie@gmail.com julieahee.com

Real Estate in The Pointes 18472 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-319-5679 mary@clickonmary.com clickonmary.com

Brooke Azimi DOBI Real Estate 2211 Cole St. Birmingham MI 48009 248-425-6811 brooke@wearedobi.com wearedobi.com Niran Bahoora Real Estate One West Bloomfield West Bloomfield Gail Bailey RE/MAX Classic Milford Mike Bailey RE/MAX Classic Milford Christopher Bailey Remerica United Realty Novi Carrie Bake BAKE Real Estate Plymouth Sandy Baker Preview Properties Brighton Heather Ballarin Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth Maria Bardy Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Birmingham Jeff Barker Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Greg Barnas Sine & Monaghan Realtors 30574 Woodward Ave. Royal Oak MI 48073 248-840-5414 barnasteam.com gregmbarnas@gmail.com Nancy Bashi Preferred, Realtors Ltd Plymouth Jenn Batey Keller Williams Paint Creek Rochester Angie Batten Real Estate One Ortonville Ortonville

Sam Baydoun Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Heights Lori Beatty RE/MAX New Trend Farmington Hills Mathew Belanger Keller Williams Paint Creek Rochester Jessica Belanger RE/MAX Eclipse Sterling Heights Lisa Bender Real Estate One Clarkston Clarkston David Bendernagel Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth Christene Benedict Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Northville Lisa Benfield Millennium Properties & Mgt, LLC Waterford Township Scott Bergeron Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Matthew Berney Quest Realty Troy Karel Beuckelaere Century 21 Curran & Oberski Northville Melanie Bishop Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills Nancy Bishop The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Noel Bittinger Bittinger Team Realtors Canton

Austin Black II City Living Detroit 3011 West Grand Blvd. Ste. 216 Detroit, MI 48202 313-242-7800 austin@citylivingdetroit.com austinblack.com Al Block RE/MAX First Shelby Township

Derek Bauer Real Estate One South Lyon South Lyon

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2022 REAL ESTATE ALL-STARS

Jason Boggs The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Scott Bohlen Preview Properties Brighton Nathan Boji RE/MAX Classic Farmington Hills Nanci Bolton Bolton-Johnston Realtors Grosse Pointe Farms Denise Bondoni Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Northville Margo Borkin Real Estate One West Bloomfield West Bloomfield Debbie Bourdon Real Estate One Dexter Dexter Ladonna Bow Billman The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Christin Bracken Real Estate One Milford Milford Keith Brandt Brandt Real Estate Northville Kevin Brennan Bolton-Johnston Realtors Grosse Pointe Farms Elizabeth Brien The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Sana Brikho St. Jude Realty Troy Lindsey Broadwell RE/MAX Nexus Birmingham Eric Broesamle Next Level Realty New Baltimore Kathy Broock Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham Bella Brookenthal Real Estate One West Bloomfield West Bloomfield

Mark Brown @properties Collective 400 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham MI 48009 248-515-0275 sellwithbrownbrothers@gmail.com sellwithbrownbrothers.com

Marty Brown @properties Collective 400 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham MI 48009 616-259-2397 sellwithbrownbrothers@gmail.com sellwithbrownbrothers.com Alan Brown Real Estate One Troy Troy William Brundage Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Birmingham Dave Budny RE/MAX Metropolitan Macomb Township Melissa Buettner Keller Williams Professionals Brighton Lucy Burby RE/MAX First Chesterfield Township Sarah Burns The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Jack Butris Real Estate One Troy Troy Laurie Buys The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Jennifer Caira-Lauff Real Estate One Chesterfield Chesterfield Township Dan Callan RE/MAX Platinum Hartland Robert Campbell Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham Patrick Carolan Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Birmingham Andrea Carollo Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

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Susan Carone Century 21 Curran & Oberski Northville Harry Cassidy Real Estate Unlimited, Inc. Allen Park Soman Chacko Real Estate One West Bloomfield West Bloomfield

Erica Collica Max Broock Detroit 3633 Woodward Ave. Detroit MI 48201 248-830-4970 erica@meeterica.com meeterica.com

Alexander Chapman Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham

Mario Como Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty St Clair Shores

Ali T. Charara Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Heights

Dana Cooper Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Zen Chen RE/MAX New Trend Farmington Hills Rachael Chickensky Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills

Rosalie Chirco-Iwig Realty Executives Home Towne 49433 Hayes Rd. Shelby Twp., MI 48315 586-612-5336 rosaliei@mirealsource.com rosalieiwig.com Kathy Christo eXp Realty, LLC Troy Pam Chudzinski Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth Lisa Chung Real Estate One Novi Novi Cheryl Clossick Real Estate One Saline Saline Robert Coburn RE/MAX First Royal Oak Carl Cohen Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Noah Cohen Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills Meredith RandsColburn Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham Nancy Collias Keller Williams Domain Birmingham

Debbie Corey Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty 210 W. University Rochester, MI 48307 248-601-1000 debbie@coreyandcrew.com coreyandcrew.com

Lanie Hardy Cosgrove KW Domain 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-703-1105 lanie@hardycosgrove.com laniehardycosgrove.com John Cotter Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Kristin Craig Keller Williams Showcase Realty Commerce Township Ashley Crain Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham Scott Craver Preferred, Realtors Ltd Plymouth Daryl Cross eXp Realty, LLC Troy Joseph Cubera RE/MAX Nexus Birmingham Brandon Curry Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham Michael H. Cutsinger Preferred, Realtors Ltd Plymouth

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Continuing our LegaCy, one CLient at a time Sine &monaghan reaLtorS is proud to present our office’s Real Estate All-Stars. Our Team is honored to represent so many buyers and sellers throughout Southeastern Michigan and humbled that

you continue to choose Sine & monaghan to buy and sell your homes. For 87 years, we have been pleased to have the support of our community and hold a 99% satisfaction rating. In 2021 alone, Sine & monaghan grossed just over $500 million in

Top left–right: Kelie Davis McMillan, Kim Valice, Connie Dunlap , Michael DeFauw, Charlene Williams, Patty Vasilos, Julie Ahee, Sara Hiller. Bottom left–right: Dino Ricci, Shana Sine Cameron, Megan Prieur, Greg Barnas.

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sales, with over 1600 units sold. As one of the top Real Estate firms in Southeast Michigan, we thank you and look forward to continuing our legacy in 2022.

Sine & Monaghan Realtors, Real Living Grosse Pointe Farms / Royal Oak / St. Clair / Algonac

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2022 REAL ESTATE ALL-STARS

Lisa Cutting Keller Williams Showcase Realty Commerce Township

Joe Delia Keller Williams Paint Creek Rochester

Kim Drescher Tanascu Real Estate One Shelby Township Shelby Township

Jason Dabish Max Broock West Bloomfield West Bloomfield

Mark DerManulian Metropolitan Real Estate Group Whitmore Lake

Margaret Dresser RE/MAX New Trend Farmington Hills

Rodger Dabish RE/MAX Nexus Birmingham James Danley Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Joanna Darmanin Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak

Erin Keating DeWald KW Domain 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-259-3544 erin@erinkdewald.com erinkdewald.com

Joseph Darwish RE/MAX Platinum Brighton

Jan Dijkers Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices The Loft Warehouse Detroit

Gwen Daubenmeyer Keller Williams Paint Creek Rochester

Joy DiMaggio Re/Max Eclipse Bloomfield Hills

Piyush Dave Real Estate One Plymouth Plymouth

Jim DiMora Keller Williams Advantage Novi

Michelle Davis RE/MAX Masters Flat Rock

Jennifer Doctor Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Birmingham

Emily Day Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Mike Dominick Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth

Julie Dean Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Daniel DeCapua RE/MAX Platinum Ann Arbor

Michael De Fauw Sine & Monaghan Realtors 18412 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-820-5428 realtormikedefauw@gmail.com mikedefauw.com Gary DeGrandchamp Real Estate One Novi Novi Matt Dejanovich Real Estate One Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Renee DeKroub RE/MAX Platinum Brighton John Delia Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak

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Kristi A. Donaldson Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty 36622 Green St. New Baltimore, MI 48047 810-241-1213 kristi@kdonaldson.com kristisellsmichigan.com

Michael Donelson Realty Executives Home Towne 49433 Hayes Rd. Shelby Twp., MI 48315 586-321-1391 mikedexecutiverealty@gmail.com realtyexecutives.com Tom Dooley Preferred, Realtors Ltd Plymouth Leslie Doran Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Plymouth Marie Dowler Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills

Olena Drobot Real Estate One West Bloomfield West Bloomfield Adriane Dundon Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Jeff Duneske Keller Williams Advantage Northville Danielle Dunham eXp Realty, LLC Southfield

Connie Dunlap Sine & Monaghan Realtors 18412 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-570-7515 connie@conniedunlap.com conniedunlap.com Tammi Ebenhoeh The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Dan Gutfreund Signature Sotheby’s International 415 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-497-4646 dan@ssir.com isellmichigan.com Scott Guyor The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Maria Kopicki Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel 294 East Brown St. Birmingham, MI 48009 586-344-6818 mkopicki@cbwm.com mkopicki.cbwm.com Robert Kortze Keller Williams Showcase Realty Commerce Township Kevin Kostka eXp Realty, LLC Troy Caron Koteles Riha Real Estate One Rochester Rochester Lysa Kowalik RE/MAX Classic Canton Matthew Kraft Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham

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Jill Laskey Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham

Pat Lotz Real Estate One Brighton Brighton

Matt Marsoupian Keller Williams Advantage Novi

Susan McFarland RE/MAX Classic Milford

Adriana Leaf Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Mike Lucas Remerica Hometown III Canton

George Martin RE/MAX First Shelby Township

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John Lionas DOBI Real Estate 2211 Cole St. Birmingham MI 48009 248-981-9999 john@wearedobi.com wearedobi.com Lisa Lipari DOBI Real Estate Birmingham Tom Lipinski Keller Williams Lakeside Shelby Township Kenneth Lipowski RE/MAX First Shelby Township Beth Little National Realty Centers Northville Jody Lockwood Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham Kristie Lohmann RE/MAX First Shelby Township Paul Loos Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth

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Carol Lukity

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty 15501 Metro Pkwy. Ste. 105 Clinton Township, MI 48036 586-634-3933 lukityca@mirealsource.com carolsellsmacomb.org

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kee Realty 880 S. Old Woodward Birmingham, MI 48009 248-709-7774 triciamaskin@gmail.com berkshirehathawayhomeserviceskeerealty.com

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Pam MacKay Keller Williams Platinum Chesterfield Township

Dick Mattie The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Bruce Maxson The Charles Reinhart Company Chelsea

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Ryan McAulay Thrive Realty Co. Troy

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Jeff Meldrum @properties 3100 Woodward Ave. Detroit MI 48201 586-630-1139 jeff@jeffmeldrum.com jeffmeldrum.com Robert Meldrum Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham Jolynne Mercieca Keller Williams Professionals Plymouth Maricela Meza Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Heights Leslie Mihalak RE/MAX Defined Rochester Stacy Miletti Real Estate One Troy Troy

Wendi Miller KW Domain 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-568-9881 wendi@wendimillerhomes.com wendimillerhomes.com Bobbie Miller RE/MAX Classic Bloomfield Hills

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Presented by:

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Craig W. Minoletti Signature Sotheby’s International 415 S. Old Woodward Ave. Birmingham, MI 48009 855-275-6466 cminoletti@signaturesothebys.com craigminoletti.com Emily Mitchell RE/MAX Platinum Brighton Ilene Mitz Max Broock West Bloomfield West Bloomfield Mark G.Monaghan Sine & Monaghan Grosse Pointe Farms

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Deb Odom Stern The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

Tina Peterson Real Estate One Clarkston Clarkston

Michelle Naumovski RE/MAX First Shelby Township

Aida Omidvar Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak

Nicolas Petrucci Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Daniel Naurato Keller Williams Advantage Novi

Donny Orlando Keller Williams Domain Birmingham

Jackie Pichette RE/MAX First Shelby Township

Lisa Nederlander Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

James Orr RE/MAX First Royal Oak

Julie Picknell The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

Pamela Owen RE/MAX Defined Rochester

Doug Platonas Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak

Jeff Packer Preferred, Realtors Ltd Plymouth

Jill Polenz Keller Williams Domain Birmingham

Kaitlyn Pangrazzi @properties Collective Birmingham

Michal Porath The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

Kathy Parker Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Birmingham

Timothy Powell The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

Kevin Paton Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Macomb

Matt Praet Real Estate One Clinton Township Clinton Township

Debbie Nelson DOBI Real Estate 2211 Cole St. Birmingham MI 48009 248-462-4742 debbie@wearedobi.com wearedobi.com

Laura Monley Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Northville

Rick Nessel RE/MAX Classic Novi

Saverio Montalto DOBI Real Estate Birmingham

Tonya Newberry Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Steven Moore Keller Williams Showcase Realty Commerce Township

Lisa Nocera Pro Realty, LLC Plymouth

Mike Moore Real Estate One Dearborn Dearborn

Linda Novak Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham

Edinam Moten Keller Williams Domain Birmingham

Daniel Novak Real Estate One Brighton Brighton

Paul Mruk RE/MAX Classic Novi

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Steven Murphy Century 21 Campbell Realty Madison Heights

Terri O’Brien Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Northville

Roger Murray RE/MAX Classic Novi Melinda Nagler Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills

Kim Nagy Kim Nagy Group 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-459-0445 kim@nagyrealty.com nagyrealty.com

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Matt O’Laughlin Max Broock Detroit 3633 Woodward Ave. Detroit MI 48201 313-590-4256 matto@maxbroockmi.com maxbroock.com Tammy O’Neill Real Estate One Troy Troy Nathan Oake Griffith Realty Brighton

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Megan Prieur Sine & Monaghan Realtors 18412 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-689-6400 megan@closingandtoasting.com closingandtoasting.com Lisa Prochazka Real Estate One South Lyon South Lyon Marianne Prokop Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Northville Ron Provenzano Mark Z Real Estate Experts Novi Tim Przysiecki Lady of the Lakes Real Estate Inc. Pinckney Nicole Pyne RE/MAX First Clinton Township Sherry Pyszczynski Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak Nancy Rademacher Keller Williams Professionals Brighton

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KW Domain 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. Ste. 200 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-259-6583 bethany@thebetterco.com thebetterco.com

Realty Executives Home Towne 49433 Hayes Rd. Shelby Twp., MI 48315 586-292-6765 dmromano@mirealsource.com markromano.com

Heidi Rhome Keller Williams Advantage Northville

Dino R. Ricci Sine & Monaghan Realtors 18412 Mack Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms MI 48236 313-460-2225 dino@dinosells.com dinosells.com Cory Richards Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham Janet Ridder Bolton-Johnston Realtors Grosse Pointe Farms Lisa Ridha The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Ed Ridha The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Mark Riegal Real Estate One Plymouth Plymouth Bill Ristov RE/MAX Nexus Birmingham

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Jennifer Seiler Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak Mark Shaftner Keller Williams Domain Birmingham

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Charles Saliard Keller Williams Advantage Novi

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Michelle Shulman The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Kathy Schaumburger eXp Realty, LLC Livonia

James Silver Keller Williams Somerset Troy

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Alyse Robertelli Max Broock Bloomfield Hills Bloomfield Hills

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Nancy Robinson Century 21 Curran & Oberski Royal Oak

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Stephanie Rodriguez Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham

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Richard Sparks Keller Williams Central Sterling Heights

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Evan Treharne Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham

Dylan Tent Signature Sotheby’s International Realty Birmingham

Jessica Tremonti Century 21 Curran & Oberski Dearborn Heights

John Tenza The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Angela Munaco Snedeker DOBI Real Estate 2211 Cole St. Birmingham, MI 48009 248-978-2386 angela@wearedobi.com wearedobi.com Susan Snyder The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor

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Jennifer Stanczak Realty Executives Home Towne 49433 Hayes Rd. Shelby Twp., MI 48315 586-344-8311 executivegrouphometown@gmail.com stanczakrealestate.com Maria Starkey Real Estate One MBA Realty Grosse Ile Township Lisa Stelter The Charles Reinhart Company Ann Arbor Meg Stenger Keller Williams Domain Birmingham Jo Steuwe RE/MAX Classic Plymouth Kevin Stewart Stewart Team Real Estate Partners Rochester Pam Stoler Hall & Hunter Realtors Birmingham Sara Storch-Lipnitz Max Broock Birmingham Birmingham Matt Stransky Keller Williams Metro Royal Oak Shawn Sturdivent Keller Williams Lakeside Shelby Township Yong Sun AutoCity Realty, LLC Troy

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treatments for common health issues that cause concern to men, including losing weight, improving hearing, alleviating back pain, stopping excessive sweating, halting hair loss, and boosting low levels of testosterone. You can start taking better care of your health today. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends eating a healthy, balanced diet and spending at least two and a half hours each week in activities that raise your heart rate and that strengthen your muscles. avoid smoking, manage stress, get seven to nine hours of

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How Important Is Static Stretching?

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One of the more popular surgeries is Gynecomastia, which reduces the breast size (or man boobs) in men, fl attening and enhancing the chest contours. Liposuction of the love handles and abdomen are also popular. Facial improvements can often be treated non-surgically with Botox and fillers.

Older men also choose a Blepharoplasty to remove or reposition the skin around the eye, resulting in a more youthful appearance. Some even undergo a full face lift, technically known as a rhytidectomy. This procedure lifts sagging skin, tightens facial muscles and reduces the effects of father time.

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Are men with a history of gum disease more likely to develop cancer and other serious health issues than men with healthy gums?

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Physical Therapist, and owner of Pilates Fitness & Physical Therapy Center in Southfield. “The neck, shoulders, and upper back are three of the most common places we hold stress. By establishing a regular static stretching routine, you free up this stress. This, in turn, calms your mind.” So many benefits with so little time commitment. How many things can you say that about?

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percent more likely to develop blood cancers. Research also has shown that men with both periodontal disease and prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate) have higher levels of PSA than men with only one condition, suggesting that prostate health may be associated with periodontal health, and vice versa. Also, having periodontal disease may

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is PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy. This method involves a simple blood draw followed by the processed blood being immediately injected into the scalp to stimulate growth. Crows feet and frown lines are the top concerns on the face for men. These areas are easily addressed with a neuromodulator like Botox or Dysport. This treatment is virtually undetectable

when administered correctly and has no downtime. Body contouring targets issues that are resistant to change as men age, like belly fat and love handles or a decrease in muscle tone, with quick and painless procedures like Coolsculpting and EMsculpt. These devices do not require a break in routine and can maximize efforts being made to stay in shape.

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Have you exhausted all your options to feel better but still find yourself in pain?

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from an eye perspective where their top concern is protecting your eye and vision. Also, remember that doctors with a specialty in oculoplastic surgery have more advanced training in work done on the upper face. With aging, we start to look tired and angry. Oftentimes I meet patients who want a particular procedure, but they don’t realize that what they desire may actually make them look older. For example, an aggressive upper or lower eyelid surgery can create hollowing of

the eye area, making people look older. Also, many patients think they need upper eyelid surgery when they actually need a brow lift or a combination of the two surgeries to fix their problems. So, it’s important to find a surgeon who will be honest with you and only offer you surgery that will restore your natural anatomy, and not make things worse. I truly believe that everyone has at least one aspect of their face that is their best feature, and my job is to restore that feature or highlight it in the best way possible.

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Am I a candidate for robotic knee replacement?

A: Depending on the severity of your condition, your doctor may recommend less invasive treatment methods first. If the more conservative treatments don’t provide sufficient relief from pain, knee replacement surgery may help. Procedures like robotic knee replacement provide longer-lasting replacements and are excellent for younger patients suffering from knee pain. Technology improves the

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these imbalances, resulting in reduced pain and greater mobility. RPT can help in many areas of the body including headaches, migraines, sciatica, TMJ, carpal tunnel, scoliosis, cerebral palsy, fibromyalgia, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, sports injuries and neck, shoulder, back and knee pain. RPT Clinic is committed to helping patients find healing and wholeness.

What education, experience and expertise should people look for in a plastic surgeon?

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Patients often come to RPT seeking relief for months, or even years. They’ve tried medication, injections, stretching, exercises, massage, surgery or they’ve resigned themselves to living a life ruled by pain and discomfort. It doesn’t have to be that way. Injury, stress and repetitive motion from everyday activities can cause muscles to shorten and become imbalanced. RPT helps to correct

procedure in several ways. Before surgery, a CT scan creates a 3D model of the patient’s knee, allowing surgeons to place the implant more accurately. The robotic arm creates a predefined space for your surgeon to work during the procedure, preventing them from accidentally damaging the surrounding tissue. With a traditional total knee replacement surgery, the average patient’s recovery time is 4 to 6 weeks. Robot-assisted technology

can cut this recovery time in half. Smaller incisions combined with greater surgical precision mean less damage to soft tissue, speeding the body’s natural healing process. Robotic knee replacement surgery has the same risks as traditional knee surgery. Still, because robotic procedures require a smaller incision and greater accuracy, doctors are hopeful that they can significantly reduce these risks.

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What are some common questions – and answers – regarding regenerative medicine treatments?

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from there over the next three months. Will I still be able to exercise and train while I am recovering? Yes, you will be able to with some restrictions depending on the severity of your case. What if I have been told surgery is my only option? We have seen and treated multiple patients who have been told just that, and we would encourage you

to schedule a consultation to see if there is regenerative option that might give you an alternative to your surgical treatment. If I have had surgery, can I still have a regenerative treatment? Depends on the exact surgery that was done, and if hardware was used. Typically, if there is no hardware regenerative treatments may be an option.

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 Catch the staging of Detroit ’67 in early June at the Wright Museum. The play opened at the Public Theater in New York in 2013.

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June 2 • MUSIC Rüfüs Du Sol: After clinching the Grammy for best dance recording in April, Australian electronic act Rüfüs Du Sol is hitting the road to promote their 2021 album Atlas. With support from fellow Aussie electro-poppers Lastlings, the group will bring its unique blend of dance, electronica, and house music to metro Detroit. $54.50+. Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill, 14900 Metro Pkwy., Sterling Heights; 248-377-0100; 313presents.com

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Cass Corridor (scheduled to open later this fall), its landed temporary digs at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. That’s where a staging

Big Town: Two of the biggest names in country music team up for The Bandwagon Tour this spring. Known for hits like “If I Was a Cowboy” and “Better Man,” the co-headliners boast a combined 43 Academy of Country Music Awards, 23 CMT Music Awards, and seven Grammy Awards. $41+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Dr., Village of Clarkston; 313-471-7000; 313presents.com

June 3 • MUSIC Sigur Rós: One of Iceland’s most successful musical exports, this acclaimed postrock band is known for dazzling live audiences with lush,

of Detroit ’67 is taking place now through June 5. It’s written by Detroit’s own Dominique Morisseau, who has already had two plays on Broadway this year and continues to be one of the hottest names in theater. The thought-provoking play is set in 1967 and focuses on two siblings — Chelle and Lank — who make ends meet by hosting parties in their basement. But when a mysterious white woman shows up to one of the shindigs, the disagreements in the household match the rebellion happening on the streets outside. With Detroit Public Theatre’s knack for creating staging and Brian Marable directing, this will be a performance you won’t soon forget. For full information on

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atmospheric soundscapes and ethereal, falsetto vocals. Returning to Detroit for the first time in five years, the trio will treat fans to old favorites as well as new material from its forthcoming album. $39+. Masonic Temple Theatre, 500 Temple St., Detroit; 313-832-7100; axs.com

a fictional family of four as they embark on a chaotic road trip through the Iranian countryside, navigating emotional and logistical challenges along the way. $9+. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-833-7900; dia.org

June 3-5 • FILM Hit the Road: Following a warm critical reception at the 2021 Cannes and New York film festivals, this comedic drama by Iranian director Panah Panahi will show for three days at the DIA’s Detroit Film Theatre. The story follows

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PASC creates gallery for disabled adults

There are few artistic endeavors as important or valuable in Detroit as the work that the Progressive Art Studio Collective (known shorthand as PASC) is undertaking. A first-ofits-kind gallery for Detroit and Wayne County, its mission is simple — to support artists with developmental disabilities and mental health issues with the goal of helping them build their artistic practices and career paths in the arts. The organization’s latest exhibition, Liberty Realm, was curated by James Benjamin Franklin and features a

June 5 • COMEDY Colin Jost: Known for delivering searing hot takes as co-anchor of Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update segment, the Staten Island-based writer and performer brings his sharp, observant humor to Detroit this spring as part of a monthlong stand-up tour. $35+. The Fillmore Detroit,

varied body of work by Alsendoe Owens, Jeremy Dillard, and Bobby Brooks. The show is taking place at PASC’s pop-up gallery at the Vella Group at 1410 Gratiot Ave. in Detroit. It’s open June 3-5 from 1 to 6 p.m. It’s free and open to the public. Visit progressiveartstudio collective.org for more information. DAY AT THE MUSEUM

At the Heroes and Villains exhibit, whose side are you on? If you adored the Jim Henson exhibit that The Henry Ford hosted last year, this Disneycentric costume exhibit will catch your attention and bring something for all generations in your family. Heroes and Villains: The Art of the

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June 7-19 • THEATER Mean Girls: Fans of the iconic 2004 teen flick are in for a treat this month when this lively and hysterical Broadway adaptation makes a 12-day stop at Detroit’s Fisher Theatre. Produced in collaboration with original writer and cast member Tina Fey, the musical was nominated for 12 Tony Awards upon making its Broadway debut in 2018. $50+. Fisher Theatre, 3011 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-872-1000; broadwayindetroit.com

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display original works for this annual one-night exhibition and auction, which raises funds for the Detroit Artists Market. Guests will enjoy live music and a strolling supper as they browse the collection, which will include pieces by Walter Bailey, Judy Bowman, Cailyn Dawson, Laurel Dugan, Ian Matchett, Miroslawa Sztuczka, and Shirley Woodson. $100+. Detroit Design Center, 4225 Third Ave., Detroit; 313-330-2259; eventbrite.com

On My Playlist Chris Bathgate returns with massive anthems for the summer

Disney Costume arrives on June 25 and will be a mainstay at the Dearborn museum through December (closes Jan. 1, 2023). From tiaras to sorcerers’ capes, there’s no one era that takes center stage here. Nostalgic millennials will adore the costumes of the wonderfully wicked witches from 1993’s Hocus Pocus. Oldschool purists will fawn over the two iconic Mary Poppins “traveling dresses,” one from the 1964 original film and the other from

June 10 • MUSIC Bastille: Hailing from London, this pop-rock outfit has sold more than four million albums worldwide since its debut in 2013. The band will stop in Detroit during a monthlong North American tour, treating fans to hits like five-time platinum single “Pompeii” along with selections from its new album, Give Me the Future, which was released in February. $40+. Masonic Temple Theatre, 500 Temple St., Detroit; 313-832-7100; axs.com

June 11 • MUSIC 70’s Soul Jam: Radio station Mix 92.3 brings together an all-

2018’s Mary Poppins Returns. There’s plenty in between to view, with photo opportunities galore. It’s also important to note that this is only the second museum stop for this exhibit, so you’ll be one of the first in the country to experience it at The Henry Ford. Go to the current events tab at thehenryford.org for details. Ryan Patrick Hooper is the host of CultureShift on 101.9 WDET, Detroit’s NPR station (weekdays, from noon to 2 p.m.).

star lineup of classic soul and R&B performers — including The Stylistics, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, and Heatwave — for this throwback extravaganza. The show will be hosted by comedian and Good Times actor Jimmie Walker. $29.50+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313471-7000; 313presents.com

June 11 • FILM Kid Flicks One: This one-day event at the DIA’s Detroit Film Theatre will feature award-winning and fan favorite selections from the 2021 New York International Children’s Film Festival. All films are suitable for kids

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It’s been about five years since Michigan’s own Chris Bathgate blessed us with music — and now we understand that it was worth the wait. His album The Significance of Peaches was released last month via local label Quite Scientific. “Don’t Look Back” and “Bruises” were singles for a reason, killer standouts on an album that’s light on filler. It’s a reflective album for Bathgate, who ties his years of traveling and finding the love of his life in San Francisco before moving back to Michigan into the lyrics and music of this record. Bathgate has been an influential member of the Michigan music scene for quite some time, but if this is your first time getting to know him, you’re right on time with The Significance of Peaches. Find the album at bandcamp.com and other streaming services.

ages 3 and up, and admission is free with an online reservation. No cost. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-833-7900; dia.org

June 17 • COMEDY Nikki Glaser: As host of The Nikki Glaser Podcast and HBO’s FBoy Island, this Comedy Central alum keeps listeners laughing with her irreverent, no-holds-barred commentary. She’ll bring her new stand-up show, One Night with Nikki Glaser, to Royal Oak this month. $42.50+. Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak; 248399-2980; axs.com

Wanda Sykes: Following the renewal of her Netflix sitcom The Upshaws and a gig as co-host of the 94th annual Academy Awards, the Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, and writer returns to stand-up comedy this spring with an extensive U.S. tour. $60+. Music Hall, 350 Madison St., Detroit; 313-8878500; ticketmaster.com

June 18 • COMEDY Leanne Morgan: With plenty of southern charm in tow, this Tennessee native brings her hilarious motherhoodinspired stand-up routine to Detroit’s Fox Theatre as part of her Big Panty Tour. It’s the first national headline tour for the comedian, whose clips have racked up millions of views on YouTube. $29+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-471-7000; 313presents.com

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June 18-Aug. 21 • ART The Power of Print: Social realism, a style of activist printmaking that originated in the early 20th century, is the focus of this summer exhibition at the Flint Institute of Arts. Created to bring awareness to social issues of the time — including workers’ rights, fascism, racism, and gender roles — the pieces are as relevant today as they were a century ago. $8+. Flint Institute of Arts, 1120 E. Kearsley St., Flint; 810234-1695; flintarts.org

June 18 • ART Magnificent Seven Art Auction: Seven local artists will

Dave Matthews Band: The Grammy Award-winning rock band will perform hits like “Crash into Me,” “Ants Marching,” and “You & Me” at Pine Knob this month. The concert is a must-see for any fan of the jam band, which is known for playing songs differently each show. $49+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Dr., Village of Clarkston; 313-471-7000; 313presents.com

June 24 • MUSIC New Kids on the Block: Since reuniting in 2008, the beloved boy band has brought ’80s and ’90s hits like “Hangin’ Tough” and “Step by Step” to packed stadiums across the country. Special guests Salt-N-Pepa, Rick Astley, and En Vogue are along for the ride on this year’s MixTape Tour. $29+.

Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313471-7000; 313presents.com

June 25 • MUSIC Trombone Shorty: Over the course of his nearly 20-year music career, New Orleansbased multi-instrumentalist Trombone Shorty has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Lenny Kravitz, Eric Clapton, and Mark Ronson. This month, he’ll stop in Detroit as part of his Voodoo Threauxdown Tour, promoting his new album, Lifted, which was released in April. $41+. Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, 2600 Atwater St., Detroit; 313-393-0292; livenation.com

June 27 • RECREATION Ford Fireworks: The 64th annual Ford Fireworks will feature more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects. The Parade Co. and Ford Motor Co. are partnering for this year’s show, the theme of which will be “Hey Detroit, the Sky Shines for You!” You can catch the spectacle for free at the Detroit Riverfront or fork over $300 to snag one of the limited spaces at the Ford Fireworks Rooftop Party atop the Center Garage. Proceeds for the event, which will also provide live music and catering by Andiamo, will benefit the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation. Detroit Riverfront; 313-923-7400; theparade.org

June 30 • COMEDY MTV Wild ’N Out Live: The popular MTV variety show arrives at Pine Knob for a night of sketch comedy, games, and surprises — all hosted by actor and rapper Nick Cannon. The cast will select audience members to participate in the fun, so fans should arrive prepared to take the stage. $29.50+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Dr., Village of Clarkston; 313-471-7000; 313presents.com

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INTRO TO TUT The Charles H. Wright Museum’s King Tut exhibition of reproductions tells the boy pharaoh’s story in an accessible format BY PARIS GILES

TO MARK A CENTURY since the discovery of King Tut’s tomb, since January, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit has hosted King Tutankhamun: “Wonderful Things” from the Pharaoh’s Tomb. Before the exhibition wraps on Aug. 22, explore more than 120 replicas across two galleries, many of them recreations of artifacts found in the tomb. Today, the most fragile artifacts, including King Tut’s burial mask and his golden chariot, are no longer allowed to leave Egypt. The golden mask, for example, has been on display at The Egyptian Museum in Cairo for years. The boy pharaoh’s mummy is on display within the tomb in the Valley of the Kings, his coffins replaced with a climate-controlled glass viewing box. The reproductions on display at the Wright belong to The Origins Museum Institute, and this

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 You would have to go to Egypt to see King Tut’s funerary mask; at the Wright, you can see a reproduction of the relic and more until Aug. 22.

exhibitions at the Wright Museum, says the hope with this exhibition of replications is to introduce audiences to ancient Egypt and make approachable what can sometimes feel otherworldly. Chatman, who’s visited Egypt, says she and other museum staff were impressed with the quality of the renderings. “Several people had traveled to Africa and seen these pieces, the originals, and felt that this would help tell the story for people who may never get to Africa, never get to Egypt,” she says. The exhibition is divided into five sections: “An Introduction to Ancient Egypt,” “The Archaeological Discovery,” “The Private Pharaoh,” “The Public Pharaoh,” and “The Royal Burial.” Pieces on display range from the easily recognizable, like the famous bust of Queen Nefertiti and King Tutankhamun’s golden funerary mask, to the more intimate. Stroll through the first gallery and observe works like an ivory headrest, a pair of court sandals, an alabaster oil lamp, and an ebony game box for playing senet, purportedly one of the young king’s favorite games. Grander is the second time they’ve been at the Wright; the items are also on display, like the pharaoh’s golden first was in 2008. Guests can observe a likeness chariot, his throne and ceremonial footrest, and of King Tut’s body as it was laid to rest, covered the guardian statues that stood at the entrance to in cloth and surrounded by amulets. Throughout the pharaoh’s burial chamber. the exhibit, there are personal and sacred items Since the exhibition’s opening, Chatman says that represent ancient Egypt, the discovery of the the response has been enthusiastic, despite tomb, and the pharaoh’s life and death. COVID restrictions. “We’ve had over 10,000 Patrina Chatman, director of collections and people,” she says. Chatman particularly loves to see families stop in and kids be exposed to ancient Egypt and the short life of the boy pharaoh. She says, “He was a young man. He ascended to the throne at age 9 and died at about 18 or 19 years old.” During that decade, King Tut helped to restore traditional Egyptian religion and art, which had been set aside by his predecessor and father, King Akhenaten. Chatman says the museum has received some calls from people wondering why this particular exhibition is on display at the African American History Museum. Her answer is simple: “Egypt is in Africa,” she says, and  a point of pride for many At Wonderful Things, visitors stroll through Black Americans. Whether five sections, learning the ancient people of Egypt about the life of the boy were of sub-Saharan African king and life in ancient Egypt in general. ancestry has been an ongoing point of contention among historians and Egyptologists, but what’s undoubtable is that for 3,000 years, ancient Egypt reigned supreme as the most influential civilization in the region — influencing architecture, science, agriculture, art, and culture. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended at thewright.org. SCULPTURE ADOBE STOCK/JAROSLAV MORAVCIK INTERIOR COURTESY OF CHARLES H WRIGHT MUSEUM

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Belle Isle Finale

The Format

After spending weeks swooping around Indianapolis Motor Speedway, culminating in the Indianapolis 500 on May 29, the NTT IndyCar Series comes to Detroit to bump and grind. It’s for one race only instead of the Saturday-Sunday doubleheader, called Dual in Detroit, that was on offer since 2013. The 70-lap, 164.5-mile Grand Prix starts Sunday at 3:30 p.m. IndyCar brings along two companion series as well. Sports prototype cars of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship vie to win the Chevrolet Sports Car Classic on Saturday, followed that afternoon by the Indy Lights Presented by Cooper Tires open-wheel cars. Indy Lights, the long-established development series for young drivers, races again on Sunday after the Grand Prix.

This year’s Detroit Grand Prix is the last on the temporary course that brings mayhem to the bucolic island BY RO NA L D A H R ENS

Pato O’Ward figures once again to be strong in his Arrow McLaren SP. Marcus Ericsson, a steady Swede, won the first Dual in Detroit race last year and started strong this season. Colton Herta is only 22 years old but has won six IndyCar races; his takeno-prisoners approach could pay dividends. Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin, the 2021 series Rookie of the Year, won this season’s opener on the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida. And his teammate, the veteran Will Power, led last year’s Dual 1 until the car quit. Newcomer alert: Watch for Christian Lundgaard, a 20-year-old rookie from Denmark, to crack the top 10.

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The Cars

THE FIRST SUNDAY IN JUNE will be the last time racers barrel around Belle Isle in the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear — not to mention the swan song for the winner’s ritual of splashing in the James Scott Memorial Fountain. Next year, the action moves back to the city streets. Memo to the 2023 winning driver: Don’t jump into the Detroit River. Detroiters still love the Grand Prix, which started 40 years ago, in 1982, on the Renaissance Center course and moved to Belle Isle in 1992. With a couple of idle intervals — most recently the COVID year of 2020 — racing has continued there. (For more history of the Detroit Grand Prix, turn to “The Way It Was” on page 144.) Here’s a look at the 2022 Grand Prix happenings from Friday, June 3, to Sunday, June 5, and how things stack up for drivers and fans.

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IndyCar Drivers to Watch

The 2.3-mile, 13-turn track is narrow, rough, and makes noodles of drivers’ arms.

The Strategy

The 2.3-mile, 13-turn track is narrow, rough, and known for making noodles of drivers’ arms. So much comes down to Saturday’s qualifying run, which determines starting positions for the race. Being among the first to take Sunday’s green flag is crucially important, although a year ago, Pato O’Ward, who was Indy 500 Rookie of the Year in 2020, started the second Dual from 16th on the grid, yet somehow won.

IndyCars are made in the Dallara IndyCar Factory near Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Dallara, an Italian company, developed early expertise in working with carboncomposite materials used in these cars. Engines are small, twin-turbocharged V6s made by Chevrolet and Honda. Menacing in appearance, the IMSA sports prototypes have closed cockpits, full fenders, and a large rear fin and spoiler. Top IMSA competitors Cadillac and Acura provide their own engines. Indy Lights cars use a smaller Dallara chassis and are powered by turbocharged fourcylinder engines.

 (Top) IndyCars at the Grand Prix; (bottom) sports prototype cars at the Chevrolet Sports Car Classic.

Purchase tickets at detroitgp.com/ tickets or call 866464-7749. No ticket is required Friday, June 3, on Comerica Bank Free Prix Day. Prices range from $50 for Saturday and Sunday general admission to $230 for reserved Grandstand 1 seating for both race days. Kids 15 and younger get in free with a ticketbearing adult. General admission includes access to all fan areas and viewing platforms, plus watching the teams work in the paddock. The new Fountain Fan Area features a music stage with performances throughout the weekend. Food and beverages are available there. Bring your own lawn chair to watch the racing.

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Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and Chips from Honey Bee Market

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For a picnic that appeals to most tastes, guacamole, salsa, and chips are go-to crowd-pleasers. This southwest Detroit community fixture has some of the freshest around, so they’ll keep well while you and your friends are lounging at the park. Guacamole $8/lb.; pico de gallo $4/lb.; chips $3/16-oz. bag. 2443 Bagley Ave., Detroit; 313-237-0295; honeybeemkt.com

Cheese and Charcuterie from Monger’s Provisions

What kind of cheese should you have on a cheese board? How many types of meat? And what about the accoutrements? Making all those decisions adds up to a lot of work, so leave it to the pros to build a cheese and charcuterie board for you. This board includes three hand-selected cheeses, a demi-baguette, and a chocolate bar. $75/board with charcuterie. 3127 12 Mile Road, Berkley; 248-468-4487; mongersprovisions.com.

Sandwiches from Ernie’s Market

No need to bring seven kinds of meats, cheeses, and toppings for sandwiches, because Ernie’s Market, which is famous for its “Build It Your Way” sandwiches, does the hard work for you. Plus, there is no better deal than $9 for the Monster, which packs a whopping seven meats in one sandwich. $6+/sandwich plus $0.75/side of potato or pasta salad or coleslaw. 8500 Capital St., Oak Park; 248-541-9703; erniessandwichshop.com

Cake Jars from Good Cakes and Bakes

 Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a picnic at a local park, on Belle Isle, or even in your own backyard.

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Plot a No-Stress Picnic

Pack these easy picnic picks for maximum time enjoying the outdoors and minimum time sweating logistics in the kitchen BY D OROTH Y H ER NA ND EZ | PH O T O BY REB ECCA S IMO N OV

These jars will make your picnic, well, a piece of cake. Choose from strawberry crunch, German chocolate, birthday cake, red velvet, and vegan red velvet. $7/jar 19363 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-468-9915; goodcakesandbakes.com

Lemonade from Bea’s Squeeze

The six-pack variety pack includes two bottles of Bea’s Squeeze Classic Lemonade, two bottles of pink rose lemonade, and two bottles of lavender lemonade. $20/6 bottles beassqueeze.com

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 Food blogger Jewell Dziendziel is a fan of Mudgie’s Ivey sandwich — veggies, spinach spread, sunflower sprouts, and Havarti cheese, on multigrain bread.

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Finding Her Voice

Jewell Dziendziel created The Bite Tonight blog to chronicle her restaurant adventures — now she uses her platform to shine a light on Detroit chefs and food entrepreneurs BY DOROTHY HERNANDEZ | PHOTOS BY HAYDEN STINEBAUGH

IT’S NOT unusual to document food adventures and post about them online. But Jewell Dziendziel found a way to carve out her own space in the crowded food internet with a blog and a podcast. She started The Bite Tonight blog in 2017 at the urging

of a friend. “In the beginning, it was me just trying to figure out what direction I wanted to take it in,” says Dziendziel, who works as an account specialist in supply chain management by day. “I was still eating meat when I started The Bite Tonight and actually focused on

unique foods (think rabbit tortellini from Grey Ghost or squid ink pasta from Selden Standard).” About a year or so after that, she stopped eating meat. “I like to cook at home, and trimming chicken breast started to gross me out,” Dziendziel says. “I also found

myself unintentionally not eating meat. A week would go by, and I realized I hadn’t eaten any meat, so I thought it would be a good time to give a vegetarian diet a go.” In 2020, she started the Vegetarian Detroit podcast with the idea to do interviews with Detroit chefs from a vegetarian perspective. She was wrapping up recording when the pandemic hit. At that point, she felt it wasn’t appropriate to do a podcast promoting dining out when restaurants were shut down and faced an uncertain future. So, she began sharing their stories about how they were navigating the pandemic.

Since then, she has highlighted chefs, restaurateurs, and good-food advocates’ perseverance during what are quite possibly the most challenging times yet for the industry, from Ederique Goudia, co-owner of Gabriel Hall and cocreator of Taste the Diaspora, and Goudia’s collaborator Raphael Wright, who’s opening Neighborhood Grocery in Jefferson Chalmers, to Patrice Brown of Eastern Market and Darraugh Collins of Food Rescue U.S.’ Detroit chapter. Dziendziel says the local food scene has grown “from where it was five, three, even one year ago.” “Detroit is a very tight-knit community, and the chefs and food entrepreneurs help each other out,” she says. “We saw a lot of that during the pandemic, but even before, you see a lot of chefs collaborating and working together to build what the food scene is today.”

Go-To List Here are some of Dziendziel’s top vegetarian spots TAKOI: “The menu is seasonal, so it’s everchanging, but if the thricecooked sweet potatoes show up again, get them!” 2520 Michigan Ave., Detroit; takoidetroit.com IMA: “Curry Udon. The curry broth is so rich and silky. I typically pair this with a crisp cider or chilled sake.” 2015 Michigan Ave., Detroit; imanoodles.com MICHIGAN & TRUMBULL PIZZA: “My favorite pizzas are the McLovin’ and Woodward White (Detroit-style) with a side of cilantro ranch.” 1441 W. Elizabeth St., Detroit; michigantrumbull pizza.com MUDGIE’S DELI: “The Ivey Sandwich is my goto. Mudgie’s is a great neighborhood spot, and they have lots of great vegan and vegetarian menu items.” 1413 Brooklyn St., Detroit; mudgiesdeli.com MEXICAN VILLAGE RESTAURANT: “The best cheese enchiladas in town and really good margaritas.” 2600 Bagley St., Detroit; mexican villagefood.com For an expanded version of this list, go to hourdetroit.com.

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Ukraine by making one of Pravda’s signature beers for charity. The brewery shared its recipes on Facebook to inspire others to join the Brew for Ukraine campaign, which launched on March 8. Southeast Michigan breweries that have joined the effort include Batch Brewing Co. in Detroit; Bearded Lamb Brewing Co. in Plymouth; Eastern Market Brewing Co. in Detroit; HomeGrown Brewing Co. in Oxford; and River’s Edge Brewing Co. in Milford.

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Detroit City Distillery Takes Home Three Gold Medals from World Spirits Competition

Eastern Market drinking destination Detroit City Distillery won big at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition in April. Butcher’s Cut Bourbon (a high-rye bourbon made from organic corn and rye from Washtenaw County and a blend of barley malts) and Homegrown Rye (a classic rye whiskey made from organic rye from Washtenaw County) won Double Gold medals — the highest honor bestowed by the competition. It was the second Double Gold for Homegrown Rye, which also won in 2020. In addition, DCD’s newly released Four Grain Bourbon (made from four different Michigan grains) earned Gold. “Bringing home three golds

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for our three whiskies is like sweeping the Olympics in the spirits business,” says Michael Forsyth, co-owner of Detroit City Distillery. “We go against the top distilleries from across the globe, some of whom are much bigger and more well known than we are.” Forsyth also noted the Great Lakes State is home to “the freshest water in the world and some of the most diverse agricultural production in America. When you combine that with our Detroit work ethic, it’s the right ingredients to make some of the best whiskey in the world.”

Local Breweries Join Global Brew for Ukraine Effort

Shortly after the beginning of the war in Ukraine, Taras Maselko of Pravda craft brewery in Lviv called on beer peers around the world to stand with

Next Paczki Day you might have to find a new place to get your sugary jelly donut fix. After nearly 50 years in business, the Hamtramck bakery staple New Martha Washington closed its doors in April. Sunca Bakic, who goes by Sandy, has reportedly cited medical issues in the family as reason for the closure. Her parents have owned the bakery since 1973.

New Food Festival Coming to Royal Oak This Summer

A festival dedicated to tacos will take place during Fourth of July weekend in Royal Oak. The Royal Oak Taco Fest will showcase more than 35 food vendors. The family-friendly event will feature activities for all ages — including bounce houses and face painting — at the Kids Zone as well as actionpacked entertainment with lucha libre wrestling. For more information, go to royaloaktacofest.com.

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Middleton Berry Farm

The Janiga family bought this 40-acre farm from Barb and Bill Middleton in 2014, continuing the tradition of the family business. With an eye toward sustainability, Middleton Berry Farm also mantains a 6-acre wild pollinator preserve with native wildflower and grass species, to attract bees, butterflies, and bats. Don’t forget to bring cash or a check to cover your harvest, as credit cards are not accepted. 4790 Oakwood Road, Ortonville; 248-831-1004; middletonberryfarm.com

Rowe’s Produce Farm

Located in Ypsilanti, this farm touts the most acreage dedicated to u-pick strawberries in the state. You can pull up to the fields in your car to pluck your choice of berries (and bonus: It’s all-you-can-eat while picking). Sign up for the email list to get updates on when to come and pick. Rowe’s also offers sugar snap peas and English shelling peas in June. 10570 Martz Road, Ypsilanti; 734-4828538; rowesproducefarm.com

Slow Farm

This certified-organic farm has both an on-site stand selling organic produce and u-pick. With about 20 acres under cultivation, the diversified farm grows about 100 different varieties of fruits, vegetables, and flowers that are also available for u-pick throughout the season. Follow the Facebook page for updates and to find out when to sign up for a slot for picking. 4700 Whitmore Lake Road, Ann Arbor; 734-249-8359; slowfarmandfriends.com

Stotz Berry Farm

Like many berry farms in Michigan, this Monroe County staple is a family affair. The Stotzes have been growing berries for decades, and in 2017 they opened the strawberry fields so customers can pick for themselves. For those short on time, the farm also offers pre-picked berries. 952 Albain Road, Monroe; 734-625-5072; stotzberryfarm.weebly.com

Westview Orchards & Winery

This Washington farm, which spans 188 acres of land, has been in the family for six generations. After plucking berries from the patch, treat yourself to some donuts and pies or a glass of wine at the bar in the Cider Barn. 65075 Van Dyke, Washington; 586-752-3123; westvieworchards.com

Whittaker’s Berry Farm

This second-generation family farm (Marilyn Whittaker is the daughter of George and Norma Rauch, who ran Rauch’s Berry Farm for 24 years) boasted more than 15 acres of berries last year. Customers can call and hear a recorded message updated daily on picking conditions and hours. 6724 Todd Road, Ida; 734-2696612; whittakersberryfarm.com

Detroit Rolls Out New Food Truck Ordinance

The popularity of food trucks has soared in recent years, and the pandemic only further drove demand as in-person dining came to a halt. But regulations have not kept pace with the growth, leaving many food truck vendors across the country, including in Detroit, frustrated. On April 30, an overhauled policy took effect that expands the footprint for food trucks, allowing them to go beyond downtown and into the neighborhoods.

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 Miss Kim offers familiar Korean fare, such as kimchi (from left, clockwise), tteokbokki, and Korean fried chicken with pickled radishes.

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Personal Statement To know Ji Hye Kim, the chef and managing partner of Miss Kim in Ann Arbor’s Kerrytown, is to enjoy her approachable and reverent interpretation of Korean flavors through a Michigan lens BY D O ROTH Y H ER NA ND EZ | PH O T OS BY C H U K NOWA K

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AS A YOUNG GIRL IN KOREA, Ji Hye Kim loved eating a popular street food called tteokbokki, seared rice cake batons bathed in a gochujang sauce. When she didn’t have the money to buy it from the street cart, she would barter for it at school (which was against school rules) — and then got blackmailed by a classmate who found out about her scheme. She then had to do his homework in exchange for his silence. It was quite the web of deceit, but Kim was willing to go to great lengths for tteokbokki. Even if you never meet Kim, you get to know her on a personal level at Miss Kim in Ann Arbor’s Kerrytown, where — like the tteokbokki — there’s a story behind every dish. The food is approachable and lends itself well to mixing and matching. While the menu is well edited, there are still a lot of choices, so your best bet is to have your server guide you as you choose your adventure. Personally, I say the way to go is to order a couple of items from each category and share everything, because Miss Kim — and Korean food in general — is convivial in nature and meant to be enjoyed with others. The menu is categorized into snacks and salads, appetizers, and entrees. Banchan, or side dishes, mark the beginning of any Korean meal. On the night we dine at Miss Kim, the complimentary banchan is a bowl of koryo carrot salad. The floral and citrusy coriander seeds add a fresh pop of flavor against the sweet, crisp carrots kissed by a vinaigrette. The smashed potatoes are crushed and fried, then covered in a sweet and savory mix of Korean chili flakes, pepper, salt, and sugar. The crispy fried exterior embraces a soft and creamy interior. One salad that skews more toward a Michigan sensibility is the beet and avocado salad, with roasted beets (which come from local farms like Ann Arbor Seed Co., Goetz Family Farm, and Prochaska Farms) lightly dressed in a chili pepper vinaigrette. A must is kimchi, which doesn’t just mean napa cabbage. Pretty much any vegetable can be turned into kimchi, which Miss Kim does in-house. When we went, there was napa cabbage and “moo” radish (mu is Korean for radish). The kimchi strikes the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, tang, and savoriness. On the appetizer side, the standouts were the crisp broccolini in fish caramel and sweet chili baby back ribs, both dishes with assertive flavors leaping off the plate. The broccolini is densely layered in flavor, with an umami-rich fish sauce caramel that stands up to the char and bitterness of the broccolini, and has multiple textures with the crispiness of the vegetable and the crunch of cashews, highlighted by the brightness from fresh cilantro. The ribs are tender, every morsel permeated with flavor and a sticky glaze that begs to be licked off your fingers. Hopefully by now you have saved room for the entrees. There are only a few dishes, but

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Kimchi can be made from any vegetable, but here, Miss Kim chef and managing partner Ji Hye Kim uses traditional napa cabbage. 

with different variations, including options for vegetarians, there is a lot to dig into. Tteokbokki is prepared three different ways here: royale (vegetarian), street (with gochujang, a spicy fermented pepper paste; scallions; pork belly lardons; and slow-poached egg), and kimchi pork (similar to street-style with the addition of aged napa kimchi). We got the street-style (the kimchi pork was not available when I went), and the plump rice cakes had a satisfying bouncy chew that made them fun to eat and a perfectly balanced sauce enhanced by the yolk of the poached egg.

 Top: Tofu can often be a sad afterthought as a vegetarian option, but at Miss Kim, it’s lightly battered and fried into perfectly crispy clouds. Bottom: The bibimbap stars pork belly and fresh veggies, topped with a poached egg.

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Food&Drink  Miss Kim’s casual and welcoming atmosphere fosters conviviality. A large communal table, for example, is fit for everything from a birthday celebration to a group date night.

The tteokbokki is one of the dishes that captures what Kim is trying to do at the restaurant. The inspiration comes from a place of deep respect. Kim diligently researched the dish to trace its roots to how it was prepared in the 18th century. She then combined that faithful research with those days growing up in Korea when she lied and bartered for tteokbokki. It all comes together on the plate, creating a dish that is firmly rooted in the tradition and honesty of Korean cooking but with Kim’s personal touches and vision to showcase Michigan produce. Korean barbecue is often seen as the path for people not familiar with the food to get on board. Korean fried chicken also figures prominently on the list of gateway dishes, and Kim’s version is a worthy one. With a light and crunchy exterior, the Korean fried chicken is executed flawlessly, but it’s the sweet and savory soy glaze that you’ll crave after the dish is long gone. Tofu can often be a sad and bland afterthought, especially as a vegetarian alternative to a meat dish, but at Miss Kim, the Korean fried tofu is on the same level as the fried chicken. Cubes of silken tofu are lightly battered and fried to crispy clouds of perfection. Bibimbap, which translates to “mixed rice,” with bibim meaning “mixing” and bap meaning “rice,” looks minimalist and deceptively simple, but that belies the amount of work that goes into one bowl. Like its name suggests, bibimbap is meant to be mixed up prior to eating, so each ingredient needs to be prepared in a way that draws out its flavor, texture, and color. Each component is carefully chosen to harmonize with the others. Miss Kim’s version features fresh arugula, pickled cucumbers, seasoned bean sprouts, julienned carrots, and a poached egg on top of rice. Housemade gochujang sauce ties it all together. Protein options include grilled chicken, pork, and beef on the meaty side,

The minimalist white brick walls and exposed industrial elements are the perfect blank canvas to showcase artistic touches like pendant lamps and local artwork. as well as mushroom, tempeh, and avocado on the plant-based side. As I prepared to tuck into my bibimbap, I offered a slice of pork belly to my dining companion. After she took a bite, pure joy spread across her face. And when it was my turn, my face was a mirror image of hers. Experiencing the pork belly’s crisp exterior enveloping the buttery and tender interior, we were both transported to our respective fond memories of roast lechon, a staple in Filipino cuisine. That’s the power of Kim’s food. We may have different points of reference for foods like a welldone piece of pork belly, but the joy is a shared experience, providing the basis of new food memories. It’s food like this that drives you to make choices like bartering and lying. Drinking is deeply woven into the fabric of Korean dining culture (not in a “Let’s get lit” way but more like “Let’s bond and make good memories”), and the beverage program at Miss Kim supports that social aspect. A big part of that

is soju, a clear spirit similar to vodka made from rice, wheat, or barley. It is consumed neat and often flavored by infusing fruit or herbs. The house infusions include sapote, which has a sweet, nutty flavor; rose, which strikes the perfect balance of being fragrant and floral without being perfumy; and chai, with warm and comforting flavors. The ambience also adds to the conviviality of the food and drink. The minimalist white brick walls and exposed industrial elements are the perfect blank canvas to showcase artistic touches like pendant lamps and local artwork (when we went, Gary Horton’s bright and colorful sci-fi pieces popped from the walls). Beyond being a fun place to come and hang out, what I really appreciated about Miss Kim is its welcoming nature. The bathrooms are gender inclusive, and the service is warm and friendly in a way that makes you feel seen. When our server dropped off the bill, he told us, “I appreciate you.” I have one critique — two actually. First, the dessert menu leaves a little to be desired, with only one Zingerman’s chocolate cupcake, but that’s more of a personal preference since most Korean restaurants typically don’t have extensive dessert offerings. The other one is for Kim to return to doing more Korean food beyond the staples. Before the pandemic, Miss Kim often held tasting dinners that showcased Kim’s research into regional and seasonal dishes and traditions of Korean food. The trend of chef-driven, contemporary Korean cuisine has gained a lot of traction recently, with restaurants like Joule in Seattle and Parachute in Chicago both James Beard finalists this year, and Kim herself is a multiple-time James Beard semifinalist. While Miss Kim is going in its sixth year of being in business, Kim’s profile is rising nationally with the James Beard recognition as well as a place on Food and Wine magazine’s Best New Chefs of 2021. Chefs like Kim are taking an ingredientforward approach, using the best possible produce — often locally sourced — and melding traditional and innovative techniques with a strong sense of place. In Michigan, Kim is a part of that generation of chefs pushing the envelope. Purists might say, “Well, this isn’t how Mom or Grandma makes it,” but that’s not the point (besides, who can compete with Mom or Grandma?). The fact that food evolves and grows is what makes it exciting; otherwise, we might as well just eat bowls of slop like the Nebuchadnezzar crew in The Matrix. Kim takes you and your palate not only to Korea by way of Michigan but also to cherished memories with her inspired take on Korean cuisine. JUNE 2022

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Al Ameer $$ LEBANESE • This Lebanese restaurant is a recipient of the prestigious James Beard America’s Classics Award. The Al Ameer platter is perfect for sharing: two grape leaves, two fried kibbeh, chicken shawarma, tawook, kabob, kafta,and falafel. 12710 W. Warren Ave., Dearborn; 313-582-8185. 27346 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights; 313-565-9600 L,D Mon.-Sun. Amore da Roma $$ ITALIAN • Guy Pelino, Roma Café’s chef, took over the ownership reins of this restaurant on the edge of the Eastern Market. He retained the menu, adding a charcuterie board and updating the wine list, and didn’t change the character of the old-school restaurant, known for its steaks and pastas. 3401 Riopelle St., Detroit; 313-831-5940. L,D Tue.-Sat. Andiamo $$ ITALIAN • Over the past three decades, Joe Vicari has established several Andiamo restaurants in metro Detroit, all inspired by the late master chef Aldo Ottaviani’s philosophy of seasonal, from-scratch cooking. The menus differ slightly at the different locations, but the constant is the fresh, housemade pastas — handcrafted by the trinity of “pasta ladies,” Anna, Tanya, and Angelina, who have carried on the tradition. The downtown Detroit location offers a breathtaking view of the Detroit River, while the Livonia location offers a comfortable and casual vibe. 400 Renaissance Center, Detroit; 313-567-6700. D Mon.-Fri., L,D Sat.-Sun. 38703 Seven Mile Road, Livonia; 734-953-3200. D Mon.-Sun.

Babo $ NEW AMERICAN • This café settled into the Midtown Park Shelton building in July 2019, serving elevated comfort food made from local, small-batch producers. The self-described gourmet diner offers espresso drinks and such dishes as Avocado Toast, Kimchi Patatas Bravas, and the Babo Burger. 15 E. Kirby St., Ste. 115, Detroit; 313-974-6159. B,L,D Tue.-Sat. B,L Sun.

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Antonio’s Cucina Italiana $$ ITALIAN • The Rugieros have impressed restaurant guests for decades with authentic cuisine. Signature dishes include Gnocchi Rita and Chicken Antonio. There’s a full bar and a very extensive wine list. 2220 N. Canton Center Road, Canton; 734-981-9800. 26356 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights; 313-278-6000. 37646 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills; 248-9944000. L,D daily.

Baker’s Keyboard Lounge $$ SOUL FOOD • This iconic lounge serves soul food: beef short ribs with gravy, creamy mac and cheese, collard greens, and sweet cornbread muffins. 20510 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-345-6300. L, D Tue.-Fri. Baobab Fare $$ AFRICAN • With his New Center restaurant, Mamba Hamissi urges diners to venture into culinary territories they’d otherwise evade, like the Mbuzi starring a goat shank that is slow-roasted until the meat is so tender that it slides off the bone with ease. 6568 Woodward Ave., Ste. 100, Detroit; 313-265-3093. L,D Tue.-Sun. Barda $$$$ ARGENTINIAN • Barda brings a new cuisine to metro Detroit. True to Argentinian culture, the restaurant celebrates traditional meat dishes. For starters, Carne y Hueso, meaning Flesh and Bone, features a mold of finely chopped beef tartare topped with spicy horseradish alongside a dense bone filled to the brim with buttery marrow. Tira de Asado, a classic Argentinian short rib dish, arrives on a plate in a coriander-pepper crust. And Inch-thick slices of rare Bife, or strip loin steak, lie on a bed of melted butter infused with chimichurri. 4842 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313- 952-5182; bardadetroit.com. D Thurs.-Sun.

Apparatus Room $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • The Foundation Hotel’s restaurant, the Apparatus Room, once housed the Detroit Fire Department headquarters. The cooking of chef Thomas Lents, who earned two Michelin stars while at Chicago’s Sixteen, is refined and highly skilled. 250 W. Larned St., Detroit; 313-800-5600. D Wed.-Sun.

Bash Original Izakaya $$ JAPANESE • From the proprietor of Canton’s popular Izakaya Sanpei comes a Japanese pub located in Woodbridge. Occupying the former home of Katsu, Bash maintains much of that eatery’s Asian-inspired décor, such as hanging lanterns and bamboo shades. Bash’s drink menu focuses on Japanese craft beer, while the food menu of small plates and sashimi includes Gyoza, Tempura Udon, and fried octopus balls called Tako Yaki. 5069 Trumbull Ave., Detroit; 313-788-7208; L Wed.-Sat. D Tue.-Sun.

Atwater in the Park $ GERMAN • At this casual spot, traditional German-style beer is the beverage of choice. Chef Chris Franz’ noteworthy menu is compatible with such additions as a platter of local bratwurst and other sausages teamed with sauerkraut, plus Bavarian soft pretzels and pierogi. 1175 Lakepointe St., Grosse Pointe Park; 313-344-5104. L,D daily.

Besa $$$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • This modern fine-dining eatery takes its name from Albania — where the owners trace their heritage — and means “pledge of honor.” Choose from starters such as roasted olives, fried calamari, and double-cut lamb chops. 600 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-315-3000. D Mon.-Sat.

Avalon Café and Bakery $$ ORGANIC BAKERY • The bakery’s mini-empire includes a café on Woodward Avenue in Detroit. Its bread is also the basis for dishes such as Avocado Toast with tahini, thinly curled cucumbers, lime, and chili flakes. Vegetarian fare includes a grilled veggie sand-

Bobcat Bonnie’s $ GASTROPUB • The menu is eclectic, with fried goat cheese, fish tacos, Buddha bowls, and a barbecue bacon meatloaf. The weekend brunch with a Bloody Mary bar and all the classics is a hit. See bobcatbonnies. com for locations and hours.

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Brome Modern Eatery $$ BURGERS • This healthy spin on a classic serves neverfrozen, grass-fed, antibiotic-free, organic burgers. There’s beef, chicken, haddock, and vegetarian dishes — but no pork, as the restaurant is halal. There’s also a cold-pressed juice bar. 22062 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-996-5050. L,D Mon.-Sun. Bronze Door $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • One of the newest restaurants under the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group brand (in partnership with Tony Soave of Soave Enterprises) revives the well-known name of a Grosse Pointe staple from the mid-1900s. In the 1960s and 1970s, 123 Kercheval Ave. was home to the Bronze Door, which closed to make way for The Hill Seafood and Chop House. In 2021, it was born again as the Bronze Door, offering classic bistro fare like steak frites and house specialties such as Potato Pillows and Shrimp (butter fondue, sage, cracked pepper, pecorino Romano, and truffle). 123 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-886-8101. D Mon.-Sat. Bucharest Grill $ MEDITERRANEAN-AMERICAN • This bustling casual sandwich shop, now with five locations, is a cult favorite with its fresh Mediterranean fare, notably the best chicken shawarma wrap sandwiches in town. We’re serious. See bucharestgrill.com for locations and hours. Cadieux Café $$ BELGIAN • This institution was like a slice of home for early Belgian immigrants. They serve up four varieties of mussels, and a wide range of hearty dishes such as Belgian Rabbit, but there also are classic sandwiches. 4300 Cadieux Road, Detroit; 313-8828560. D daily. Café Nini $$$ ITALIAN • This intimate spot offers well-prepared food that includes eight appetizers, more than a dozen pasta dishes, and 16 main plates, notable among which are tournedos di vitello — medallions of veal filet in a fresh mushroom sauce. The wine list is impressive as well. 98 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-308-3120. D TueSat. Cantoro Italian Market and Trattoria $$ ITALIAN • A restaurant inside the market serves great traditional Italian food. Do not miss the tagliatelle alla Bolognese: wide pasta with a meat sauce made of ground veal, beef, sausage, and pancetta. A delicious Italian feast you can conveniently pick up on your way home. 15550 N. Haggerty Road, Plymouth; 734-4201100. L,D Tues.-Sat., L Sun. Capers $$ STEAKHOUSE • This is the type of place longtime Detroit natives describe like an old friend. On Gratiot Avenue between Seven and Eight Mile roads, this place has been packing them in for nearly 40 years. There’s a massive a la carte menu, with items such as barbecue babyback ribs and potato skins, but the main draw is steak by the ounce, at market price. 14726 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; 313-527-2100. L,D Wed.-Sun.

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Caucus Club $$$ TRADITIONAL AMERICAN • The reborn spot emphasizes service and a traditional steak and seafood theme, with such tasty signature dishes as wood-grilled ribs, seared scallops, and steaks.150 W. Congress, Detroit; 313-965-4970. D daily. Central Kitchen & Bar $$ CREATIVE COMFORT • The space facing Campus Martius is done up in gray and white under industrial light fixtures. Crowd-pleasers include buttermilk fried chicken, filet and frites, burgers, and salads. 660 Woodward Ave., Ste. 4A, Detroit; 313-963-9000. D Thu.-Sat., BR Sat.-Sun. Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails $$ NEW AMERICAN • While the menu rotates based on the season, its offerings always highlight the freshest local ingredients. Creatively prepared dishes range from cold starters to hearty entrees. But the Twice Cooked Egg is not to be missed. 15 E. Kirby St., Detroit; 313-8183915. D Tue.-Sat. Chili Mustard Onions $ VEGAN • This is Detroit’s only Coney Island with a vegan menu. Choose from traditional favorites including the Coney Dog, Southwest Nachos, and chili fries, complete with owner Pete LaCombe’s secret vegan “cheeze” sauce. 3411 Brush St., Detroit; 313-462-4949. L Wed.-Sat. City Kitchen $$ AMERICAN • The emphasis is on fresh fish and seafood here, but also on the locals — especially lake perch. There are also such dishes as Cajun tenderloin tips and a few good angus burgers. 16844 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe; 313-882-6667. L Mon.Fri., D nightly. Cliff Bell’s $$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • This restored Art Deco hotspot offers small plates such as oysters with cava granita and a salmon croquette. Large plates include sesame soy glazed shiitakes and summer stir fried vegetables with coconut rice. Jazz prevails on the bandstand. 2030 Park Ave., Detroit; 313-961-2543. D Wed.-Sun.

Cuisine $$$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • Cuisine offers a romantic, white-linen experience with the level of food, service, and ambience one might describe as timeless rather than trendy. Examples of the expertly prepared fare include the Thai snapper as well as the sea Scallops, featuring corn risotto, creamed leeks, and citrus butter. 670 Lothrop Rd., Detroit; 313-872-5110. D Tue.-Sun. (Note: not wheelchair accessible.)

Evie’s Tamales $$ MEXICAN • This Mexicantown restaurant makes some of the best tamales around. Pork or chicken is jacketed with sturdy masa, a dough of ground corn, and then wrapped in a corn husk and steamed. Eat in or order a dozen for later. 3454 Bagley St., Detroit; 313-843-5056. B,L Mon.-Sat.

Detroit Club $$$$ FRENCH-AMERICAN • The formerly shuttered Detroit Club was magnificently restored before reopening in 2018 — and now, the public is invited. It now operates as a boutique hotel, serving a light breakfast and full lunch and dinner. The old dining room, known as the Grille Room, looks very much as it did more than three decades ago. The food is excellent, as is the service. 712 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-3383222. D Wed.-Sat.

Fishbone’s Rhythm Kitchen Café $$ NEW ORLEANIAN • Enjoy classic New Orleans dishes, such as jambalaya and fried catfish beignets. Come for breakfast, lunch, dinner, happy hour, or carry-out. 400 Monroe St., Detroit; 313-965-4600. 29244 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield; 248-351-2925. 23722 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-498-3000. L,D (downtown), B, L,D Southfield and St. Clair Shores.

Detroit Shipping Company $ FUSION • This bi-level destination, created out of shipping containers, offers a variety of food options ranging from the Caribbean-fusion dishes at Coop to Thai fare from Bangkok 96 and more. 474 Peterboro St., Detroit; 313-462-4973. L Sat.-Sun., D daily. Detroit Soul $ SOUL FOOD• A hidden gem on the city’s East Side. Detroit Soul serves its namesake with a healthy twist. Owners Sam Van Buren and Jerome Brown draw from the recipes of their grandparents, who relocated to Detroit from Alabama in the 1940s. The turkey and collard greens are savory standouts and yams are a sweet treat. This is the kind of place that every soul-food lover must visit. 2900 E. Eight Mile Road, Detroit; 313-3665600. L,D Tue.-Sun. Dime Store $ BREAKFAST/BRUNCH • This popular breakfast and lunch spot adds just the right retro touch to a contemporary American menu typified by fresh, hearty omelets and Benedicts early in the day. 719 Griswold St., Ste. 180, Detroit; 313-962-9106. B,L Mon.-Sun.

Coriander Kitchen and Farm $$ GASTROPUB • At this Jefferson Chalmers eatery, guests can rent fire pits and roast housemade marshmallows to make s’mores, or sip mugs of Hot Buttered Rum. By day, grab a picnic table and dip hunks of grilled flatbread into creamy fish dip made with smoked white fish and lake trout and seasoned with herbs from the farm. 14601 Riverside Blvd., Detroit; 313-822-4434. D Thurs.-Sat. BR Sun.

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El Barzon $ MEXICAN-ITALIAN • Norberto Garita prepares Italian and Mexican cuisines alongside his wife, Silvia Rosario Garita. Authentic Mexican entrees include enchiladas with a homemade green sauce made with tomatillo, jalapeños, and roasted poblano pepper, while the Italian influence takes the form of spaghetti carbonara and zuppa di pesce (seafood soup). 3710 Junction Ave., Detroit; 313-894-2070. D Tue.-Sun.

Dakota Inn Rathskeller $ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • The sausages are the kind that snap when you cut them. The combo plate features one bratwurst and one knack-wurst, served with hot German potato salad and sauerkraut. And yes, sing along with the schnitzelbank song. 17324 John R St., Detroit; 313-867-9722. D Thu.-Sat.

Common Pub $ GASTROPUB • Fans of Atlas Global Bistro, which shuttered in 2013, should be happy to learn that some of the principals may be found at this spot in the Belcrest Apartments. The well-edited menu includes duck fried chicken and a burger. 5440 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-2858849. L Tue.-Sat.

Cork & Gabel $$$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • This Corktown eatery takes the form of a 4,450-square-foot renovated beer hall and is an ode to filling European staples. Try the chicken marsala, featuring a pan-seared 7-oz. chicken breast, sauteed wild mushroom blend, wild rice, seasonal grilled vegetables, cooked in a Lombardo Ambra Sweet Marsala wine sauce. Simply delicious! 2415 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-638-2261. D Thu-Sat. BR Sat. B,L Sun.

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Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe $$$ GASTROPUB • A jazz club with top guest musicians and an American bistro menu in a traditional interior. Starters include shrimp pico and pan-fried calamari. Main entries include a beef short rib. 97 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-882-5299. L Tue.-Fri., D Tue.-Sat. Eatori Market $$ SPECIALTY GROCERY • This stylish spot overlooks downtown’s Capitol Park. The menu has steamed mussels with leeks, garlic, and toasted crostini. International flourishes abound with truffle aioli for the burger. 1215 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-395-3030. L,D daily. El Asador Steakhouse $$ MEXICAN • A concentrated cuisine with little modern flairs that also stays faithful to traditional Mexican cooking. Don’t miss the Camarones en Salsa de Langosta: breaded shrimp stuffed with cheese, fried to a golden dark brown, and topped with a lobster cream

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Flowers of Vietnam $$ VIETNAMESE • Chef and owner George Azar transformed a former Coney Island into an industrial-cool destination, but the neighborhood joint vibe remains. The menu is shaped around Azar’s appreciation of Vietnamese food, with a very personal twist. 4440 Vernor Hwy., Detroit; 313-554-2085. D Thu.-Sun. Folk $ NEW AMERICAN • A charming Corktown storefront dishing up an all-day brunch menu. It’s an offshoot of the Farmer’s Hand grocery and farmers market. The menu focuses on globally inspired dishes, like salads, quiche, and sandwiches — all beautifully plated and nutritious. Infused milks and frothy lattes are well sought after, too. 1701 Trumbull Ave., Detroit; 313-7422672. BR Wed-Mon. Ford’s Garage $$ BURGERS • Henry Ford’s legacy is celebrated on Dearborn’s main thoroughfare. There are at least 12 variations on the classic American burger here. Try the Ford’s Signature, featuring a half-pound of grilled black angus beef, aged sharp cheddar, applewoodsmoked bacon, and bourbon barbecue sauce. Other appealing dishes include shrimp mac and cheese, and chicken wings. 21367 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-752-3673. L,D daily. Giovanni’s Ristorante $$$ ITALIAN • This old-school Italian restaurant offers housemade pastas, including an outstanding lasagna. Elaborate veal and seafood dishes and desserts like orange Creamsicle cheesecake round out the delicious menu. 330 Oakwood Blvd., Detroit; 313-841-0122. L,D Tue.-Fri., D Sat. Grandma Bob’s $ PIZZA • If you’re wondering what that psychedelic building on Corktown’s Michigan Avenue is, it’s a pizzeria known as Grandma Bob’s. Chef Dan De Wall, previously of Wright and Co., offers a small, delicious menu of pies, including sausage and pistachio with ricotta cheese and thyme. Or try the Big Mack — the vegan

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East Jefferson Corridor where she grew up. The spot serves New American fare with international influences in a modern, elevated space bathed in neutral tones. The Mezcal Wings with pickled jalapeño and cilantro bring a Mexican kick, while dishes like the Shrimp Linguine Pomodoro contribute European flavors. 9215 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-332-0607; L Fri.-Sun., D Wed.-Sun.

Grand Trunk Pub $ NEW AMERICAN • Breads from Avalon Bakery and meats from Eastern Market anchor the hearty fare, which pairs well with a selection of Michigan beers. Staples include a reuben with Poet Stout Kraut and the Ghettoblaster beer-battered fish and chips. 612 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-961-3043.; BR, L, D, Thu.-Sun.

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The Greek $ GREEK • Plaka Café was a presence on Monroe Avenue for years, and now its space is in the hands of the founders’ children. Notable dishes include spinach pie, lamb chops, and New York strip steak. 535 Monroe Ave., Detroit; 313-209-6667. L,D daily. Green Dot Stables $ NEW AMERICAN • The menu of sliders — with 20-plus eclectic bun toppings, including Cuban, Korean, and “mystery meat” — packs in fans. Local beers are spotlighted along with Chicken Paprikas soup, a nod to the neighborhood’s Hungarian origins. 2200 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit; 313-962-5588. L,D daily.

Johnny Noodle King $ JAPANESE-INSPIRED • This noodle shop offers bowls topped with pork belly, confit chicken, and tofu as well as seaweed salad and gyoza. There are several fusion bowls as well like the Southwest topped with shredded chicken and housemade crema. 2601 W. Fort St., Detroit; 313-309-7946. L,D daily.

Grey Ghost $$ NEW AMERICAN • The cuisine at this Brush Park hotspot isn’t easily defined, but the results are original and well-prepared — for example, the duck breast with cheese grits and fried shallots and pork tenderloin with gruyere spaetzle and dill pickle mojo. 47 Watson St., Detroit; 313-262-6534. D daily. Highlands $$$ STEAKHOUSE/NEW AMERICAN • Occupying the top two floors of the Renaissance Center, Highlands comprises three separate concepts. A steakhouse of the same name provides a high-end dining experience, while the more casual Hearth 71 serves locally sourced dishes cooked over an open fire. The third concept within the space is the appropriately named High Bar, where guests can choose from a vast collection of spirits and decadent desserts. 400 Renaissance Center, Floors 71 and 72, Detroit; 313-877-9090; D Tue.-Sat. The Hudson Cafe $ BREAKFAST/BRUNCH • The fresh, well-prepared fare from the kitchen of this breakfast/lunch spot has creative takes on the eggs Benedict theme, red velvet pancakes, and apple-walnut stuffed French toast, as well as lunchtime sandwiches and salads. 1241 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-237-1000. B,L daily. Hungarian Rhapsody $$ HUNGARIAN • This Downriver restaurant offers authentic Hungarian dishes, such as chicken and veal paprikas, beef goulash, and palacsinta (crêpes). 14315 Northline Road, Southgate; 734-283-9622. L,D Tue.-Sun. Ima $ JAPANESE-INSPIRED • Japanese-inspired fare with a Midwest emphasis. Ima tacos trade the traditional shell for a slice of jicama-stuffed spicy shrimp, roasted tofu, or garlic chicken. Appetizers include edamame, dumplings, and clams. 2015 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-5025959. L,D Wed.-Mon. 4870 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-8839788. 32203 John R Road, Madison Heights; 248-7810131. L,D daily. Ivy Kitchen and Cocktails $$$ NEW AMERICAN • This Black-owned restaurant was founded by Nya Marshall to bring fine dining to the

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Joe Muer Seafood $$$$ SEAFOOD • This reborn Detroit legend is stellar for a romantic evening or a quiet business lunch or dinner. Located on the main floor of the GMRenCen, it has sweeping views of the Detroit River and a menu that walks the line between old-time favorites and hipper Asian-influenced seafood, sushi and raw bar. There’s also a Bloomfield Hills location. There are reminders of the past as well: white-bean stew, smoked fish spread, creamed spinach, and stewed tomatoes. A true Detroit classic. 400 Renaissance Center, Ste. 1404, Detroit; 313-567-6837. 39475 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; 248-792-9609. L,D daily.

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Jolly Pumpkin

BREWERY Jolly Pumpkin’s brews rule the offerings, along with other Northern United Brewing Co. beverages, such as North Peak and Jolly Pumpkin artisan ales. Pizzas with creative toppings abound. 441 W. Canfield St., Detroit; 313-262-6115. 419 S. Main St., Ste. 9, Royal Oak; 248-5446250. D daily.

Karl’s $$ AMERICAN • The luncheonette is part two of the Siren Hotel’s partnership with chef Kate Williams. Inspired by the East Side bakery of the same name that Williams’ great-great grandparents once owned, the menu features diner staples. 1509 Broadway St., Detroit; 313-855-2757. B,L,D Wed.-Sun. Karl’s Cabin $$ AMERICAN • Dishes from their currently rotating drive-through menu such as pan-seared walleye and beef tenderloin tips with Cajun spice and gravy surpass typical roadhouse food. 6005 Gotfredson Road, Plymouth; 734-455-8450. L,D daily. The Kitchen by Cooking with Que $$ VEGAN • This eatery created by Detroit-based cooking blogger Quiana Broden serves lunches of smoothies, salads, and sandwiches. Broden also often offers live cooking demonstrations. 6529 Woodward Ave., Ste. A, Detroit; 313-462-4184. B,L,D, Wed.-Sat. Kuzzo’s Chicken and Waffles $ SOUTHERN COMFORT • Several recipes, including a signature thin waffle, are family-owned at ex-NFL player Ron Bartell’s spot. Think comfort food kicked up a notch: fried catfish, salmon croquettes, shrimp and grits, and biscuits. Drink the Kool-Aid, too. 19345 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-861-0229. B,L,D Tue.-Sat., B,L Sun. La Dolce Vita $$$ ITALIAN • Traditional Italian cuisine is key at this Palmer Park hideaway. Recommended is the lake perch in white wine sauce, the veal scaloppine with artichokes, and the lasagna. 17546 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313865-0331. D Tue.-Sun., BR Sun. La Lanterna $$ ITALIAN • The founder of Da Edoardo, the first Edoardo Barbieri, started it all in 1956 with a restaurant called La Lanterna. Now his grandchildren have revived it.

Although the white and red pizzas — like Margherita, Liguria, and Da Edorado — dominate, there’s more, including a number of elegant pastas like the Lasagna Alla Bolognese. 1224 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-9628821. L,D Tue.-Sun. London Chop House $$ STEAKHOUSE • The kitchen turns out classics like oysters Rockefeller, French onion soup, and sautéed perch. This is the place to come when you need to satisfy a craving for steak in elegant surroundings with hospitable service. 155 W. Congress St., Detroit; 313962-0277. D Mon.-Sat. Leila $$$ LEBANESE • The restaurant from the proprietors of Birmingham’s Phoenicia is named after the owner’s mother — just one facet of the establishment that pays homage to family traditions and heritage. The menu includes various Lebanese dishes, from falafel to Leila’s Bolognese, featuring spaghetti, pine nut, and basil. Other menu items include sujuk — a spicy Armenian sausage — and tabbouleh made of parsley, cracked wheat, and spices. The beer and wine lists offer plenty of options to accompany any meal. 1245 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-816-8100; D Sun., L&D Mon.-Sat. Lovers Only $ BURGERS • The star at Lovers Only, located in downtown Detroit’s Capitol Park, is pasture-raised beef from Ferndale’s Farm Field Table, used to make its standout burgers. Other key ingredients, including baked goods, are local as well. There’s also craft cocktails and beer. 34 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-9861174. L,D daily. Lucy & the Wolf $$ SPANISH • This Anglo-sounding restaurant offers very good Spanish-inspired tapas dining. Standouts include a fire-roasted jalapeño cheese spread, shrimp tacos, and a grilled flank steak in chimichurri sauce. 102 E. Main St., Northville; 248-308-3057. L,D Tue.-Sat. Lumen Detroit $$ NEW AMERICAN • A contemporary American menu and a Victor Saroki setting make the restaurant overlooking downtown’s Beacon Park one of the best of recent entrants onto the scene. Appetizers such as freshly made pretzels prelude main courses such as salmon with chimichurri herb sauce. 1903 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-626-5005. L Fri.-Sun., D. Wed.-Sun. Mario’s $$$ ITALIAN • This Midtown Detroit classic dates to 1948. Linen-covered tables, framed paintings on wood-paneled walls, expert waiters clad in black tie, and tableside preparation survive here. Italian dinners always begin with an antipasto tray and continue through soup, salad, pasta, and entree. 4222 Second Ave., Detroit; 313832-1616. L,D daily. Marrow $$ NEW AMERICAN • This West Village restaurant and butcher shop hybrid is an ode to meat, especially unusual cuts. Diners must walk through the butcher shop, bypassing cases of pastrami and sausage, before entering the restaurant. Offerings from a sample tasting menu include Roasted Bone Marrow and Lamb Kefta. 8044 Kercheval Ave., Detroit; 313-652-0200. L,D Thu.-Sun. Maty’s African Cuisine $$ WEST AFRICAN • A small storefront in the Detroit Old Redford neighborhood is decidedly Senegalese. Fataya,

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a deep-fried pastry with savory fillings, are reminiscent of an empanada. The star of the show is the whole chicken with yassa. 21611 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313472-5885. L,D daily.

pie with various toppings. Plus, salads from locally grown greens to accompany the house-brewed beers. 470 W. Canfield St., Detroit; 19350 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-832-2700. L,D daily.

M Cantina $ MEXICAN • Nuevo Latino street food is the premise at this surprising spot where everything from the tortilla chips to the salsas are made in-house in the open kitchen. Juices are freshly squeezed and the menu of tortas, tacos, tapas, and salads from the kitchen of Heidi and Junior Merino from Hawaii and Mexico is distinctive. 13214 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-3999117. L,D Tue.-Sun.

Mudgie’s Deli $ DELI • Seats are often filled in search of the House Smoked Pastrami Reuben or the Brooklyn (beef brisket, bacon, and beer cheese). The dinner menu features meat and cheese boards as well as build-your-own sandwich options. It’s a delicious place for a meal any time. 1413 Brooklyn St., Detroit; 313-961-2000. B Tue.Sat. L Mon.-Sat.

Mercury Burger & Bar $ BURGERS • This Corktown joint seats 70 around the zinc-covered bar set with Mercury (Liberty) dimes. The burger is available in a variety of iterations, such as Southwest Detroit with a chorizo slider, jalapeno, Müenster cheese, tortilla strips, and avocado. 2163 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-964-5000. L,D daily. Metropolitan Bar and Kitchen $$ LATIN • The business brings a bodega-style market along with a neighborhood restaurant and bar to West Village. The space (formerly Craft Work, and Harlequin Cafe before that) is carved up into three distinct areas. When you walk in, there is a bar where guest bartenders and pop-up chefs will set up shop. To the left is the bodega, and to the right is the dining room, where chef Brendon Edwards and his team prepare fresh and flavorful California-Mexican fare such as maduros tostadas and carne asada. 8047 Agnes St., Detroit; 313-4475418. D Thu.-Mon. Michigan & Trumbull $$ ITALIAN-AMERICAN • After a successful four-month run at Fort Street Galley, Michigan and Trumbull became one of the latest in a long line of Detroit-style pizza joints to open in the area. Not your traditional carryout joint, Michigan and Trumbull is housed in a sleek, refurbished car-repair garage. The menu features square, deep-dish pies with Detroit-inspired names, such as Packard Pepperoni and Woodward White. 1441 W. Elizabeth St., Detroit; 313-637-4992; L,D Wed-Sat. Mi Lindo San Blas $$$ MEXICAN • Heaping platters of seafood such as shrimp, octopus, and scallops, tell the story at this spot that brings a corner of Mexico’s seaside Nayarit region to southwest Detroit. On weekends when live music is added, the tables are often pushed back to create a dance floor. 1807 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-789-5100. L,D daily. Monarch Club $$$ NEW AMERICAN • At the 14th floor of the revamped Element Detroit Hotel located at the Metropolitan is the Monarch Club. It’s one of the most recent rooftop bars to open in metro Detroit and serves a variety of delicious small plates along with classic cocktails. 33 John R St., Detroit; 313-306-2380. L Sun. D Wed.-Sat. Mootz Pizzeria & Bar $$ ITALIAN-AMERICAN • Bruno DiFabio, a six-time World Pizza Games champ, rejects the label New York-style for his fare. “It’s authentic New York pizza,” he says. In a hurry? Grab a slice from Side Hustle, Mootz’s by-theslice counter next door. 1230 Library St., Detroit; 313243-1230. L Fri.-Sun., D Mon-Thu. Motor City Brewing Works $ BREWERY • Just 15 mostly nontraditional pizzas on excellent, chewy crust, and the option to build your own

Main courses are exceptional, including an interesting blend of Italian food, wood-grilled whole fish, and organic Scottish salmon. There’s also a large selection of dryaged gourmet steaks, wood-grilled and served tableside. The wine selection is impressive and caters to a diverse set of price ranges and wine drinkers, so you won’t be disappointed with any bottle here. 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-922-7272. L,D daily. BR Sat.-Sun. Park Grill $$ MEDITERRANEAN • Mediterranean fare gets a Balkan spin. The menu offers tasting plates, pita-wrapped sandwiches, and salads, as well as entrees including chicken and beef shawarma, beef and pork kafta, lemon-pepper pork tenderloin, and lamb chops. Service is friendly and informal. 15102 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Park; 313-264-1997. L,D daily.

Nico & Vali $$ ITALIAN • This eatery offers favorites with unexpected twists. The artichokes and chilies appetizer boasts battered and fried artichokes with Fresno and jalapeno peppers, tossed with fresh basil in white wine. Popular choices include the Whitefish Filet. It’s a classic Italian spot with an update that’s worth a visit. 744 Wing St., Plymouth; 734-207-7880. L Thu.-Sat., D Tue.-Sun.

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Oak & Reel $$ SEAFOOD • Despite a global pandemic threatening to derail his longtime dream, chef Jared Gadbaw brought his vision of a seafood-focused Italian restaurant to life in Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction neighborhood in fall 2020. Oak & Reel’s resilience in the face of extreme adversity and its commitment to the vision of bringing diners impeccable dishes showcasing the freshest seafood, all presented with welcoming and knowledgeable service, is the reason we’re naming Oak & Reel Hour Detroit’s Restaurant of the Year. The menu is seasonal and changes frequently. But in general, the crudos are pristine, the pastas are impeccable, and the seafood dishes are all well balanced and expertly prepared to accentuate the freshness and quality of the fish and shellfish. 2921 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-2709600. D Thu.-Mon. Olin MEDITERRANEAN • A taste of the Mediterranean in Michigan. Starters like the potatoes and artichokes “bravas” with harissa and black garlic aioli and paellas are inspired by Spain but showcase Olin’s unique spin on these iconic dishes. 25 E. Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-774-1190. D Tues.-Sat. BR Sun. Ottava Via $$ ITALIAN • Chef Ariel Millan sends out great thin-crusted pizzas as well as interesting small plates typified by bruschetta, calamari, roasted garlic, and whipped goat cheese to be spread on paper-thin crostini. 1400 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-962-5500. L,D daily. Pao Detroit $$$ FUSION • Visit this upscale Pan-Asian fusion restaurant for Asian-themed cocktails and dishes, such as creamy rock shrimp, charred octopus, filet mignon, and orange sesame salmon. Based in the former Michigan Oriental Theater, the interior combines new and old. 114 W. Adams Ave., Ste. 200, Detroit; 313-816-0000. L Sun., D Tue.-Sun.

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Pegasus Taverna $$ GREEK • The cry of “opa!” resounds in St. Clair Shores at the second edition of the longstanding Greektown restaurant. The resturant boasts an extensive menu, from moussaka and spinach pie to gyros and roast lamb. 24935 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-772-3200. 558 Monroe St., Detroit; 313-9646800. L,D Tue-Sun.

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Parc $$$ NEW AMERICAN • Excellent food, exceptional service, and a crisp and formal but distinctly unstuffy atmosphere set this Campus Martius gem apart. Appetizer highlights include a bright and fresh tuna tartare and wood-roasted oysters. Creamy roasted garlic butter and lemon add a zippy touch to the roasted oysters.

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Norma G’s

CARIBBEAN Lester Gouvia, the Trinidadian chef who brought us the famed food truck, opened a full-service restaurant under the same name. Stop in for a plate of Chicken Pelau: a tasty blend of rice, diced chicken, squash, peppers, and golden-brown baked chicken. 14628 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-290-2938. D Tue.-Sat.

The Peterboro $$ ASIAN-FUSION • A contemporary take on AmericanChinese fare gives new life to the cuisine with robustly spiced dishes, including an “absurdly delicious” cheeseburger spring roll and a take on almond boneless chicken. 420 Peterboro St., Detroit; 313-833-1111. D Mon.-Sat. Pho Lucky $ VIETNAMESE • This charming Midtown Vietnamese spot serves authentic fare emphasizing pho. Bowls of spicy broth with noodles, round steak, and meatballs come in several variations. Other noteworthy dishes here include summer rolls and crisp spring rolls. Look for Asian beers and robust Vietnamese coffee. 3111 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-338-3895. L,D Wed.-Mon. PizzaPlex $ ITALIAN • This pizza isn’t just authentic, it’s certified. PizzaPlex earned the title of Vera Pizza Napoletana, or real Neapolitan pizza, from Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana in Naples. Try the Margherita. Topped with mozzarella, basil, and EVOO, there’s nothing like a classic. 4458 Vernor Highway, Detroit; 313-757-4992. D Thu.-Sun. Polish Village Café $ POLISH • The “Polish plate” includes stuffed cabbage, pierogi, kielbasa, sauerkraut, and mashed potatoes and gravy. The dill pickle soup and city chicken are standouts, too. A Polish staple in Detroit, where there aren’t too many. 2990 Yemans St., Hamtramck; 313-874-5726. L,D daily. Not wheelchair accessible. Portofino $ ITALIAN • This big waterfront spot in Wyandotte is both a local hangout and a restaurant with a menu that’s surprisingly ambitious. It offers a number of fish and seafood dishes, from lake perch to coconut shrimp and fried calamari, as well as steaks. Nearly every table in the restaurant has a river view. 3455 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte; 734-281-6700. L,D Tues.-Sun.

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2019

Prime + Proper $$$$ STEAKHOUSE • Downtown Detroit dining gets a major shot of glamour with this over-the-top steak and seafood emporium on the corner of Griswold and State streets. Although red meat, from prime dry-aged Tomahawk ribeye to Wagyu strip is the focus — and

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RECIPE

JIM BR ADY ’S

SPANISH OCTOPUS

R ECI P E F ROM J IM BRADY’S P H O T O BY K AILEY HOW E LL

(Recipe is for whole octopus, which makes 8 servings)

Ingredients:

1 frozen octopus (one “leg” per dish) 1 yellow onion, large dice 3 carrots, large dice 1 teaspoon thyme 7 cloves of garlic, peeled 1 teaspoon black peppercorn 2 750 ml. bottles of white wine 3 wine corks, optional

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Take frozen octopus and place in pot. Cover with onion, carrots, thyme, and garlic. Sprinkle in peppercorn. Pour all wine (and corks if using) into pot. Pour as much water as needed to submerge octopus. Cover octopus with kitchen cloth. Bring liquid to a boil, then turn down to a medium bubble. Let bubble for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Check octopus for tenderness under the tentacles. If a knife easily pushes into the thickest part of the flesh, it’s cooked. If more time is needed, re-cover the octopus and return to pot until tender.

To assemble:

Romesco* 1 cup arugula Cooked octopus Salsa verde* Garlic aioli* *see recipe at bit.ly/3vTlgMI Add finished romesco to bottom of plate with arugula salad. Place one octopus leg on top of romesco and arugula salad. Drizzle octopus and salad with finished salsa verde. Add dots of garlic aioli on side of plate. Serve.

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Hotel. Think Tartufi Pizza with fontina and black truffle, handcrafted by James Beard Award-winning chef Andrew Carmellini. 1400 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313209-4700. D daily.

yes, there’s a burger made with a dry-aged butcher’s blend — oysters, king crab, and caviar are not far behind. An elegant white and gold setting backgrounds it all. The niceties are maintained by an impeccably dressed staff. 1145 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-636-3100. D Mon.-Sun., BR Sat.-Sun.

The Sardine Room $$$ SEAFOOD • A seafood restaurant and raw bar, The Sardine Room is fresh, fun, and energetic, with a cleanline décor and a menu full of surprises. For starters, there is a Seafood Louie featuring jumbo lump crab, shrimp, egg, avocado, tomato, and bibb lettuce. Worthwhile is a grouper sandwich that’s available seared, pan-fried, or blackened. 340 S. Main St., Plymouth; 734-416-0261. D daily, BR Sun.

Prism $$$ NEW AMERICAN • Greektown Casino-Hotel’s renamed eatery is located off the main casino. The menu features local ingredients, steaks, and fresh seafood. 555 E. Lafayette St., Detroit; 313-309-2499. D Wed.-Sun. Rattlesnake Club $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • This restaurant on the river remains one of the most appealing spots in town. The casually elegant space offers a range of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. Dishes that typify its style include seared diver sea scallops, an 8-ounce filet, and a 16-ounce porterhouse. 300 River Place, Detroit; 313567-4400. L,D Tue.-Sat.

Savannah Blue $$ SOUL FOOD • Highlights at this upscale soul food joint include the twice-dredged fried chicken and the shrimp and grits. Shareables include perch fritters, okra fries, and a Georgian Hummus that substitutes black-eyed peas for chickpeas. There’s also a great bar. 1431 Times Square, Detroit; 313-926-0783. D Tue.-Sat.

Red Dunn Kitchen $$ NEW AMERICAN • The Trumbull and Porter hotel’s spiffy restaurant is an ambitious undertaking, offering three meals a day. Chef Jay Gundy’s style is best experienced at dinner, with a la carte offerings such as foie gras-stuffed quail, smoked and marinated salmon collars, braised lamb leg, and bacon-wrapped duck breast with polenta. 1331 Trumbull Ave., Detroit; 313-887-9477. B,L,D daily except on Fri., which is B,L.

Savant $$$ FRENCH • In a cozy-yet-upscale interior with leather couches and an open kitchen, Jordan Whitmore and Rebecca Wurster, formerly of Apparatus Room, serve up rotating European-inspired menu items, including Champagne Chicken, an Apple and Arugula Heirloom Salad, Calamari, and — for vegan diners — Ratatouille Confit. 51 W. Forest Ave., Detroit; 248766-8071. D Fri.-Sat.

Red Smoke Barbeque $$ BARBEQUE • At Red Smoke, hickory and applewoodsmoked ribs, pulled pork, apple-smoked, all-natural chicken, and an array of classic sides are served out of one of the most attractive two-story buildings that are still standing on Monroe Street. 573 Monroe St., Detroit; 313-962-2100. L,D daily. Rocky’s of Northville $$ NEW AMERICAN • Menu includes shrimp cocktail, salmon pate, and broiled Great Lakes whitefish. Also look for chipotle honey-glazed salmon. 41122 W. Seven Mile Road, Northville; 248-349-4434. L Tue.-Sat. D Sun. Roman Village $ ITALIAN • The Rugiero family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine since 1964. They’ve launched three additional Antonio’s Cucina Italiana locations. Roman Village is the original and features their signature gnocchi Rita. 9924 Dix Ave., Dearborn; 313-8422100. L,D daily. Rose’s Fine Food $ BREAKFAST/BRUNCH • The menu is straightforward, based mainly on fresh ingredients and fromscratch preparation. Breakfast eaters can choose from a variety of egg dishes, such as the ESD (egg sandwich of the day). For lunch, there’s a selection of creative sandwiches. 10551 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-8222729. B,L,D Mon-Sat. B,L. Sun. Rusted Crow $$ ECLECTIC AMERICAN • Calamari flash fried served with caper aioli sit alongside spinach artichoke dip. Craft cocktails utilize house spirits. Try the Rosemary’s Baby, made with Detroit Steam vodka and ginger beer. 78 W. Adams Ave., Detroit; 313-782-4751. D Thu.-Sun. L Sun. San Morello $$$ ITALIAN • This Italian gem serves pizzas, pastas, and wood-fired dishes that draw inspiration from the coastal towns of Southern Italy and Sicily out of the Shinola

Scotty Simpson’s Fish & Chips $ SEAFOOD • Head to this Brightmoor spot for perfectly prepared fish and chips. The key to Scotty’s longevity is the batter that coats the cod, perch, shrimp, chicken, onion rings, and frog legs. 22200 Fenkell St., Detroit; 313-533-0950. L,D Tue.-Sat.

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Second Best

RETRO AMERICAN The talents behind nearby Grey Ghost have unveiled a second, more casual spot with a retro spin in Brush Park. The menu of lighter dishes includes the Yogi Gyro with roasted root vegetable and coconut tzatziki, and fried chicken sandwiches that accompany drinks that were popular more than a few years back 42 Watson St., Detroit; 313-3153077. L Sat.-Sun., D nightly.

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2016

Selden Standard $$$ NEW AMERICAN • What sets Selden Standard apart is that it is moving Detroit into a new era in which upper-end dining with starched linen and tuxedoed waiters doesn’t hold much interest anymore. Chef Andy Hollyday, a multiple James Beard semifinalist, does farm-to-table scratch cooking with ideas borrowed from around the world. A key to his cooking is the wood-fired grill. This spot has garnered national attention. 3921 Second Ave., Detroit; 313-438-5055. D Wed.-Sun. Seva Detroit $$ VEGETARIAN • Seva offers such dishes as black bean and sweet potato quesadillas, gluten-free options, and colorful stir-fries — some vegan as well as vegetarian. There’s also a full bar as well as a juice bar. 2541 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-662-1111. 66 E. Forest Ave., Detroit; 313-974-6661. L,D Mon.-Sat.

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2020

SheWolf Pastificio & Bar $$$ ITALIAN • Chef Anthony Lombardo takes fresh and housemade to a new level with this Midtown restaurant that serves only dinner from a menu inspired by Italian cooking specific to Rome. Milling all of his own flour for his pastas, breads, and polenta in house, Lombardo, well known as the former executive chef at Bacco, serves a selection of simple but elegant regional Italian dishes. 438 Selden St., Detroit; 313315-3992. D Tue.-Sun.

Slows Bar BQ $$ BARBEQUE • The brick-and-wood original in Corktown gained a following for its pulled pork, ribs, and chicken. They expanded with a “to go” spot in Midtown, as well. This is a true Detroit classic in every sense of the term. Corktown location: 2138 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-962-9828. L,D daily. Slows To Go in Midtown: 4107 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-309-7560. L,D Wed.-Sun. Smith & Co. $$$ NEW AMERICAN • This Cass Corridor bar and restaurant is housed in the old Smith Welding Supply & Equipment Company building — hence cement ceilings and exposed brick that evoke an industrial vibe. The menu features small plates, sandwiches, and entrees such as Mushroom Toast; Braised Lamb Shank; the Fried Chicken Bowl with sweet sesame sauce and kimchi; and the Smith Burger, soy-ginger marinated and topped with a fried egg. Beverage options include craft beer, wine, and fresh takes on classic cocktails. 644 Selden St, Detroit; 313-638-1695. D Wed.-Sun. Standby $$ NEW AMERICAN • The libation menu — categorized by spirit — is longer than the food menu, but both food and drinks are equally emphasized. The fare ranges from small plates of marinated olives and tamari eggs to entrees such as grilled lamb kebabs and the house cheeseburger. 225 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; 313-241-5719. D Wed.-Sun. Not wheelchair accessible. The Statler $$$$ FRENCH • A taste of Paris in downtown Detroit. This French-American bistro from the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group takes its name from the former historic Statler Hotel, which is now home to not only the bistro but also City Club Apartments. Classic French fare (with some modern twists) such as Potted Foie Gras Mousse; Henri Maire Escargots (wild Burgundy snails, garlic butter fondue, parsley, Pernod, and profiteroles); and Bouillabaisse Provence (seafood stew with shrimp, scallops, lobster, mussels, saffron broth, croustade, and rouille) typify the menu. The large, year-round open-air outdoor patio offers stunning panoramic views of the Detroit skyline and Grand Circus Park. There’s also a neighborhood market where customers can grab groceries and gourmet packaged meals on the go. 313 Park Ave., Detroit; 313-463-7111. D Mon.-Sat., BR Sun. Supino Pizzeria $$ ITALIAN • Relax with one of the town’s best thin-crust pizzas — they come in more than a dozen variations, with or without red sauce. A few dishes from the La Rondinella menu made the list as well, such as paninis, salads, and small plates such as polpette and three delicious salads. Beer, wine, and cocktails add to the appeal. 2457 Russell St., Detroit; 313-567-7879. L,D Wed.-Sun.; 6519 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-314-7400. L,D Mon.-Sat. Sweet Soul Bistro $ SOUL FOOD • The large menu includes homages to Detroit musicians, from Stevie Wonder Wonderful Wings to Aretha Franklin Catfish Bites. Also notable are the crab cakes. In the evening, the bistro transforms into a club. 13741 W. McNichols Road, Detroit; 313- 8627685. L,D daily. Takoi $$ THAI • Thai-Laotian fare might seem out of place in Corktown, but virtually everything on the menu has distinction. There’s a depth, concentration, and balance between heat and coolness, the range of spices, the delight of moving from one superb bite to the next. 2520 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-855-2864. D Tue.-Sat.

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Tap at MGM Grand $ SPORTS BAR • More than 40 HD flatscreen TVs for sports fans, plus sports memorabilia. The menu features comfort food and pub classics: burgers, wings, and house nachos. Pizza and more upscale entrees are also available, as are more than 50 beers. Bring your family and friends for a very entertaining night on the town. 1777 Third St., Detroit; 313-465-1234. D daily.

across one wall and it’s the main focus. 2910 Van Alstyne St., Wyandotte; 734-556-3195. L,D Tue.-Sun. Wright & Co. $$ NEW AMERICAN • The collaboration between chef Marc Djozlija and Dave Kwiatkowski of the popular Corktown craft cocktail bar Sugar House gives new life to the second-floor space in the Wright Kay building. Small plates such as tuna tartare with pickled pears, and pork belly sliders with tomato jam and sriracha aioli are the focus. 1500 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313962-7711. D Tue.-Sun.

Traffic Jam & Snug $ GASTROPUB • Michigan’s first officially designated brewpub is fresh and eccentric. Though limited, the menu is diverse, with options like chicken and basil egg rolls for a starter, black bean burrito, roasted and shaved spiced lamb, and deep fried fillets 511 W. Canfield St., Detroit; 313-831-9470. L, D Wed.-Sun. Trattoria Serventi $$ ITALIAN • The brick pizza oven turns out an array of thin-crust pizzas and there’s an interesting daytime menu that offers a real bargain. In the evening, such dishes as Scallopini Style veal, and Gnocchi alla Palmina, recalling chef Aldo Ottaviani — who was instrumental in setting up the original Andiamo menu — typify the style. 20930 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods; 313-886-9933. D Wed.-Mon. Urban Ramen $$ JAPANESE-INSPIRED • Urban Ramen serves bowls of steaming broth filled with house-made, springy ramen noodles topped with fixings like bamboo, egg, pork chashu, and sesame seeds. The menu also includes poke, salads, and sides such as garlic edamame and Japanese fried chicken. 4206 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-285-9869. L,D Mon.-Sun. Vertical Detroit $$$ WINE BAR • This wine-centric restaurant puts the focus on pairing Chef Alex Knezevic’s innovative cuisine with owners James and Rémy Lutfy’s nationally recognized wine program. The menu emphasizes locally sourced protein, seafood, and produce. A must-try for any wine enthusiast. 1538 Centre St., Detroit; 313-7329463. D Wed.-Sat. Not wheelchair accessible. Vicente’s Cuban Cuisine $$ CUBAN • An evening at this lively spot is more than just Cuban and Spanish dining. Appetizers and tapas include the outstanding Tapa de la Casa, pork leg marinated in mojo; a Spanish chorizo and fresh mushrooms concoction with garlic lemon sauce; and empanadas, a Cuban turnover filled with ground beef or chicken. 1250 Library St., Detroit; 313-962-8800. L,D daily. Vivio’s Food & Spirits $ SANDWICH/DELI • This Eastern Market classic has been run by the Vivio family for more than 40 years. Sandwiches and burgers are mainstays, but diners also appreciate the steamed mussels. 3601 Twelve Mile Road, Warren; 586-576-0495. L,D daily. The Whitney $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • The historic 1890s mansion is still going strong. The menu is typified by classic beef Wellington, wrapped in spinach, prosciutto, and pastry; and pan-roasted Scottish salmon. Tableside cooking, by reservation only, is an optional feature. Don’t forget The Katherine McGregor Dessert Parlor for a sweet treat.4421 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-832-5700. D Wed.-Sun and high tea Sat.-Sun. Wine Dotte Bistro $$ WINE BAR • This interesting wine bar and restaurant offers a view of the Detroit River. The menu includes coconut shrimp, lobster tails, tenderloin medallions, and lamb chops. The wine is displayed in a cabinet

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Yum Village $ AFRO-CARIBBEAN • The former food truck opened a full-service restaurant in the North End in 2019. The space is bright and fun with wooden tables, mismatched chairs, and a colorful, geometric paint job. And the food is just as bold. The restaurant serves up piquant dishes like Lemon Pepper Jerk Chicken. 6500 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-3346099. L,D Mon.-Sat.

Oakland 168 Crab & Karaoke $$ PAN-ASIAN • Don’t judge by 168 Crab & Karaoke’s unassuming strip mall location. It’s a unique experience that meshes food, karaoke, and pop party culture into a one-stop destination. The dining room offers dishes blurring the lines. Standouts include stir-fried snow pea leaves with garlic and stir-fried udon. The traditional Korean noodle dish chap chae is a strong option. 32415 John R Road, Madison Heights; 248-616-0168. D daily. 220 Merrill $$$ NEW AMERICAN • The menu includes apps and small plates as well as Wagyu beef carpaccio, ahi tuna tartare, and classic roasted oysters. There are heartier entrees as well, like the braised beef short ribs. 220 Merrill St., Birmingham; 248-646-2220. L,D Mon.-Sat. BR Sun. Adachi $$$ JAPANESE-INSPIRED • Heading the kitchen is Lloyd Roberts, who has trained in the kitchens of celebrity chefs such as Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Nobu Matsuhisa. Here, soy truffle broth is ladled over pork dumplings reminiscent of coin purses, and miniature tacos are filled with lobster, tuna, or vegetable pickings. 325 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-540-900. L,D daily. Andiamo $$ ITALIAN • Over the past three decades, Joe Vicari has established several Andiamo restaurants in metro Detroit, all inspired by the late master chef Aldo Ottaviani’s philosophy of seasonal, from-scratch cooking. The menus differ slightly at the different locations, but the constant is the fresh, housemade pastas — handcrafted by the trinity of “pasta ladies,” Anna, Tanya, and Angelina, who have carried on the tradition. 6676 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield; 248-865-9300. L,D Mon.Fri., D Sat.-Sun. Anita’s Kitchen $ LEBANESE • With pita pizzas and lamb chops, the Lebanese food here is some of the best around. And there’s vegetarian and gluten-free fare, too. Healthy, nutritious, and delicious. See website for locations; anitaskitchen.com

Assaggi Bistro $$$ ITALIAN • Seasonal offers encompassing rustic Italian, country French, and authentic Lebanese are all created in the open kitchen. Standouts include Moroccan duck legs, porcini-dusted day boat sea scallops, and cioppino (seafood stew). 330 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; 248584-3499 D Wed.-Sat.

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Bacco Restaurante $$$ ITALIAN • Chef-owner Luciano Del Signore’s pastas are like pure art. Try the Strozzapreti Norcina: Italian sausage, truffles, tomato, and white wine, tossed in hand-rolled pasta. From local grass-fed beef to sustainably farm-raised sea bass to a fresh caprese, the ingredients are top-end. Based in the heart of Southfield, Bacco is a true Italian gem in the suburbs. And the desserts, are not to be missed. 29410 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield; 248-356-6600. L Tue.-Fri. D Tue.-Sat. Bella Piatti $$ ITALIAN • The location right across from the Townsend Hotel has inspired a number of visiting celebrities, professional athletes, and film crews who stay there to check out the Italian fare at this restaurant. The menu of such dishes as Gemelli pasta with fresh tomato sauce, salmon baked with spinach, kalamata olives, white wine, and tomatoes, and tagliatelle Bolognese stands on its own. It’s one of our true favorites in the area in terms of Italian restaurants. 167 Townsend St., Birmingham; 248-494-7110. D Tue.-Sat. Beverly Hills Grill $$$ NEW AMERICAN • This Beverly Hills institution has built a loyal following over the years with its California vibe and dawn-to-dark schedule. These days they’re serving only dinner but still features the fresh and innovative fare that put it on the map. 31471 Southfield Road, Beverly Hills; 248-642-2355. D Mon.-Sat. Bigalora: Wood Fired Cucina $$ ITALIAN • The pizza concept from chef Luciano Del Signore, a four-time James Beard Award nominee, features small plates, fresh pastas, wood-roasted meats, and a range of distinctive Neopolitan pizzas. See website for locations; bigalora.com Birmingham Pub $$$ GASTROPUB • This stylish yet casual gastropub from the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group took over the former Triple Nickel space. True to its name, the restaurant’s bill of fare features pub classics taken up a notch, such as Alaskan cod butter roasted with everything-bagel crust and filet mignon with Parmesan truffle fries and zip sauce. There are also TVs at the bar so you won’t miss a minute of the game. 555 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-885-8108. L,D Tue.-Fri., D Sat.-Sun. Bistro Joe’s $$$ GLOBAL • Part of Papa Joe’s Gourmet Market, Bistro Joe’s is in a mezzanine overlooking the open kitchen and market. There is an eclectic list of dishes like Spicy Tuna “tacushi,” steamed mussels, and tasty flatbread pizzas. 34244 Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-5940984. L,D Tue.-Sun.

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Café Cortina $$$ ITALIAN • Selections include prosciutto di Parma stuffed with greens and mozzarella; squid sautéed with fresh pomodori; gnocchi with porcini mushrooms; and meaty prawns finished with lemon, white wine, and herbs. For dessert, try the crepes 30715 W. 10 Mile Road, Farmington Hills; 248-474-3033. L Sun., D Tue.-Sun.

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Café ML $$ NEW AMERICAN • Café ML is contemporary in décor and its “globally inspired food.” Such dishes as short rib steamed buns, Chinese chicken salad, Singapore street noodles, and Korean fried chicken share the menu with burgers, steak frites, and fresh seafood. Garage door-style windows open onto the patio on warm days. 3607 W. Maple Road, Bloomfield Township; 248-642-4000. D daily. Capital Grille $$$ STEAKHOUSE • Hand-cut, dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood dishes are the stars at Capital Grille. The restaurant’s outstanding wine list features over 350 labels. The setting is appropriate for both business lunches and social events and includes wellappointed private dining rooms. 2800 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy; 248-649-5300. L,D daily. Casa Pernoi $$$$ ITALIAN • Three months after its grand opening, what once was a multi-hyphenate concept, blending French, Asian, and Italian cuisine, soon defaulted simply to a cuisine most familiar to chef Luciano DelSignore: Italian. Housemade pastas rolled by hand, chicken parmesan, and a meaty branzino typify the menu. A cannoli cake layers sweet ricotta atop a spongy cake and a base of dark chocolate reminiscent of a Nestle Crunch Bar. 310 E. Maple Road, Birmingham; 248-940-0000. D Tue.-Sat. Churchill’s Bistro & Cigar Bar $$$ TRADITIONAL • You can buy your cigar and smoke it, too. Plus, there are dry-aged steaks, pan-roasted sea bass, seasonal East Coast oysters, and lamb chops, among other options. A full bar boasts a large selection of whiskey, scotch, and bourbon — and plenty of wine. 116 S. Old Woodward, Birmingham; 248-647-4555. L,D daily. Como’s $$ NEW AMERICAN • This Ferndale favorite reopened in May 2019 under the ownership of Peas & Carrots Hospitality with a trendier, fresher look. The warm, homey feel is still intact, but it’s ditched the old menu for — among other things — chef Zack Sklar’s square, deep-dish, Detroit-style pizza that’s leavened from a sourdough starter as opposed to commercial yeast. 22812 Woodward Ave., Unit 100., Ferndale; 248-677-4439. L,D daily. Cornbread Restaurant & Bar $$ SOUL • Upscale soul food is the premise at Beans & Cornbread: fried chicken, salmon croquettes, catfish, and a gravy-smothered pork chop. Tempura-battered fried shrimp comes with a choice of cocktail or spicy BBQ sauce, and there’s a notable Louisiana-style gumbo to boot. 29852 Northwestern Hwy., Southfield; 248208-1680. L,D Thu.-Tue. Crispelli’s Bakery Pizzeria $ ITALIAN-INSPIRED • This hybrid offers artisanal pizzas from a brick oven, salads, paninis, and soups. A bakery offers crusty breads, desserts, and meals to go. Two patios add to the appeal. See website for locations; crispellis.com Culantro $$ PERUVIAN • Native Peruvian Betty Shuell brings a taste of her home to Ferndale. The casual, homey, seat-yourself establishment is named after an herb that is often used in traditional Peruvian cooking. An especially notable dish is the Pollo a la Brasa, marinated chicken served with French fries, rice, and a variety of dipping sauces. 22939 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-632-1055. L,D daily.

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Diamond’s Steak & Seafood $$$ STEAKHOUSE • This Howell restaurant is the perfect location for ribeye, fresh gulf shrimp, or a classic cheeseburger. Plus, weekends boast a buffet-style brunch. 101 W. Grand River Ave., Howell; 517-5485500. D Tue.-Sat.

casual and comfortable restaurant specializes in authentic dishes , drinks, and vibes from some of the country’s top seafood destinations. Here you’ll find dishes like Maine-caught lobster, Maryland Blue Crab, and more.. 1 Peabody St., Birmingham; 248-671-1714. D Tue.-Sun., B,L Sat.-Sun.

Eddie’s Gourmet $$ NEW AMERICAN • Chef Eddie Hanna’s gourmet diner is a simple concept that works to perfection. The menu offers standard selection of breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches, and lunch specials, but the real draw is the counter-side gourmet and pasta specials. Offerings include Veal Marsala and Chicken Milano 25920 Greenfield Road, Oak Park; 248-968-4060. L,D Mon-Sat.

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Elie’s Mediterranean Grill/Bar $$ LEBANESE • The lamb and chicken shawarma, shish kafta, kibbee nyeh, and other Lebanese dishes are emphasized by the décor, including photomurals of old Beirut and strings of blue beads cascading from the ceiling. A fun place to frequent for a quick lunch or a night out with friends. 263 Pierce St., Birmingham; 248-647-2420. L,D Mon.-Sat.

Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse $$$$ STEAKHOUSE • This plush modern steakhouse offers dry-aged prime and Kobe-style wagyu beef in a fun, clubby setting. An extensive wine list accompanies the restaurant menu that also features platters of chilled fresh seafood. 201 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-594-4369. D daily. 17107 Haggerty Road, Northville Twp.; 248-679-0007. D Tue.-Sat.

The Fed $$ GASTROPUB • An attractive restaurant with great food and a delightfully refreshing atmosphere. The menu crosses boundaries, from shareables, like Spanish Octopus and Wild Mushroom Crostini, to heartier fare, like Braised Lamb Pappardelle and Steak and Frites. Plus, the bright and airy bohemian-chic interior is highly Instagrammable. 15 S. Main St., Clarkston; 248-297-5833. D Wed.-Sat., B,L,D Sun The Fly Trap $ ECLECTIC AMERICAN • This “finer diner” typifies trendy Ferndale with its tin ceiling, red-topped tables, and counter with swivel stools. It offers sandwiches, salads, pastas, and omelets. 22950 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-399-5150. B,L Tue.-Sat.

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Forest $$$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • The menu is brief but designed to let the kitchen assemble sharp flavors from various farm and market ingredients. Try the delightful pastas, like the Bolognese and the agnolotti, as well as the understated Farm Egg. 735 Forest Ave., Birmingham; 248-258-9400. D Tue.-Sat. Garage Grill & Fuel Bar $$ NEW AMERICAN • The car-themed rooms of a former 1940s gas station are as fresh and appealing as the dishes themselves. The kitchen serves up a variety of seafood starters and “full-size sedan” entrees, as well as pizzas. 202 W. Main St., Northville, 248-9243367. D Wed.-Sun., BR Sat.-Sun. Gran Castor $$ LATIN STREET • From the duo behind hit spots like Vinsetta Garage and Union Woodshop comes this vibrant Latin-American café and restaurant.Diners can choose to sit behind one of the two bars, a cozy café, or in the 245-seat dining room all decked in colorful textiles. At Gran Castor, the dining room is equally as decadent as the food and drinks served. Grab a $5 margarita between 4 p.m.-6 p.m. daily. 2950 Rochester Road, Troy; 248-278-7777. D Wed.-Mon. Hazel’s $$ SEAFOOD • What was once multiple concepts under one roof named after the three neighborhoods that converged right where the restaurant stands (Hazel, Ravine and Downtown) is now simply Hazel’s. The

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Hong Hua $ CHINESE • One of the best area restaurants dedicated to Asian food offers some rare delicacies — shark’s fin and bird’s nest soups, fresh abalone — as well as more customary items. One signature dish is stir-fried yellow grouper fillet with vegetables. 27925 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills; 248-489-2280. L,D Tue.Sun.

Imperial $ MEXICAN-INSPIRED • The menu offers Californiastyle tacos on soft tortillas, including lime-grilled chicken, carnitas, and marinated pork, as well as slowroasted pork tortas, and guacamole. 22828 Woodward Ave., Ferndale, 248-850-8060. L,D daily, BR Sun.

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LATIN FUSION From the owners of Vinsetta Garage and Union Woodshop, this restaurant can be described as “Latin food that speaks with an Asian accent.” Menu items include a chicken burrito fried and tossed in a soy fish sauce and Korean pork tacos featuring Woodshop pulled pork tossed in Korean BBQ sauce and topped with toasted sesame seeds and Malay radish slaw. 3 E. Church St., Clarkston; 248-7073793. L,D daily.

J-Bird Smoked Meats $$ BARBEQUE • Offering wood-smoked meats served with the traditional sides of cornbread, buttermilk slaw, and mac and cheese, popular dishes include the Three Meat Sampler and JBird Gumbo, as well as St. Louis Ribs and old-fashioned JBurgers. If you love meat, this is your place. 1978 Cass Lake Road, Keego Harbor; 248-681-2124. L,D Tue.-Sun. Joe Muer $$$$ SEAFOOD • The Bloomfield Hills location of the iconic restaurant continues the tradition of excellent food, service, and ambiance. The menu emphasizes classic fresh fish and “Muer Traditions” such as Dover sole and Great Lakes Yellow Belly Perch. There’s also a raw and sushi bar as well as premium steaks. And make sure to save room for dessert, because the coconut cake is not to be missed. A piano bar adds to the ambience. 39475 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills; 248-792-9609. D daily. Kaizen Ramen $ JAPANESE • A downtown Royal Oak space with exposed ductwork, orange booths, and a lively, floor-to-ceiling, black-and-white robot mural may not seem like the obvious choice for authentic Asian noodles. But this casual spot offers a variety of vegan and meat-based ramen dishes, as well as gyoza, poke, spring rolls, and karaage — Japanesestyle fried chicken. Don’t skip out on desserts like mochi ice cream and cheesecake tempura. 411 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak; 248-677-1236. L,D Mon.-Sat. Lao Pot $$$ CHINESE • In 2019, the owners of Madison Heights’ international market 168 Asian Mart opened Lao Pot, which specializes in Chinese Hot Pot cuisine. Hot Pot is a traditional method of cooking, using a pot of simmering broth, which sits in the center of the dining table. Lao Pot allows diners to customize and cook their meals right at

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Fri.-Sat. Tea by reservation. Lower level not wheelchair accessible. Mare Mediterranean $$$$ SEAFOOD • Inspired by restaurants in Sicily where the catch of the day is the basis of dinner, this sophisticated restaurant from Nino Cutraro and his partner offers the freshest seafood flown in from the Mediterranean several times a week. You select the type of fish you want from the market in front of the open kitchen and how you want it prepared (acqua pazza, salt baked, grilled, or pan fried). It’s then served tableside in glorious fashion. Not to be missed are the Mare Tower and moussaka. It’s a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. 115 Willits St., Birmingham; 248-9405525. D Tue.-Sat.

La Strada Dolci e Caffé $ ITALIAN • A slice of European elegance offers an impeccable little menu of Italian dishes and rich coffees and espresso. Paninis, delicious fresh green salads, hearty minestrone soup, pastas, pizzas, and decadent and artistically crafted pastries are prettily served and very tasty. 243 E. Merrill St., Birmingham; 248-480-0492. D Tue.-Sat. Lelli’s Inn $$ ITALIAN • Dinners begin with an antipasto tray, creamy minestrone, salad, side dish of spaghetti, and then — nine times out of 10 — a filet mignon with zip sauce. 885 N. Opdyke Road, Auburn Hills; 248-3734440. L Mon.-Fri. D daily. Loccino Italian Grill $$ ITALIAN • Loccino is a “family-friendly” yet upscale Italian restaurant. Choose from fresh seafood, steak, chicken, and veal dishes, plus traditional pastas, pizzas, salads, and more. They also offer happy hour specials from 3-7 p.m. weekdays. A great special occassion place or delicious workday lunch spot for whevener you need a break from the office. 5600 Crooks Road, Troy; 248-813-0700. L Mon.-Fri., D daily. Lockhart’s BBQ $$ BARBEQUE • The heart of this joint’s authentic barbecue is the dry-rubbed meat smoker, which can smoke up to 800 pounds of meat at a time. Choices such as pork ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, burnt ends, and chicken are served atop butcher paper on metal trays for the true experience. 202 E. Third St., Royal Oak; 248-584-4227. L,D daily. BR Sun. Loui’s Pizza $ ITALIAN • Sure, you can now get a Michigan craft beer, but not much else has changed. And that’s a good thing. Parties dine on square pizzas with crisp crust that’s faintly charred around the edges. Hailed by food critics and Detroiters alike as arguably one of the most classic Detroit style pizzas in the city — so it’s well worth a trip. 23141 Dequindre Road, Hazel Park; 248547-1711. L,D Thu.-Sun. Luxe Bar & Grill $$ NEW AMERICAN • The simple menu at this Grosse Pointe Farms joint offers burgers on brioche buns and interesting salads and sides, as well as entrees typified by wild-caught salmon, prime filet, and Greekstyle lamb chops. 525 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-792-6051. 115 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-924-5459. L,D daily. Mabel Gray $$$ NEW AMERICAN • Chef James Rigato produces some masterful dishes on this tiny menu, which does not miss a beat. The menu includes a multi-course tasting option, as well as a daily listing of changing items that never disappoint. It’s a fine dining experience that is certainly worth a visit. 23825 John R Road, Hazel Park; 248-398-4300. D Tue.-Sat. Mad Hatter Bistro, Bar & Tea Room $$ ECLECTIC AMERICAN • The whimsical setting inspired by Alice in Wonderland welcomes far more than the tea-sipping set with burgers and sandwiches, rabbit Porchetta, truffle risotto bites, and baked brie with pistachio, honey, and pomegranate. There are also pastries, of course. 185 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-540-0000. B,L Thu.-Sun., D

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Market North End $$ AMERICAN • Joe and Kristin Bongiovanni opened this eatery just across the street from the family’s existing restaurants, Salvatore Scallopini and Luxe Bar & Grill. It represents a younger, more casual alternative to the cult-favorite classics, with a serious kitchen that offers traditional American dishes as well as hints of global influences. 474 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-712-4953. L,D daily. The Meeting House $$ ECLECTIC AMERICAN • This eclectic American menu includes Gulf Shrimp Gratin, steak frites remarkably close to those at Paris bistros, and a housemade soft pretzel with roasted jalapeno-goat cheese dip. Or, try the beef short rib with shawarma spices, pistachio basmati, and pickled vegetables. 301 S. Main St., Rochester; 248-759-4825. D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. Mesa Tacos And Tequila $ MEXICAN-AMERICAN • The two-story setting includes balcony seating in a big, open room where the bar gets equal time with the kitchen. The pop-Mexican menu — which includes guacamole, nachos, and the titular tacos — is backed up with an array of tequilas. 312 S. Main St., Royal Oak; 248-545-1940. L & D daily.

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Mon Jin Lau $$ ASIAN-FUSION • Explore such dishes as Singapore noodles, combining chicken, shrimp, chilies, and curry with angel-hair pasta; Mongolian beef; or seared scallops with lemongrass-basil Thai curry sauce. The patio opens up and the dining room transforms into a dance floor for weekly events. 1515 E. Maple Road, Troy; 248-689-2332. L Mon.-Fri., D daily. Oak City Grille $ NEW AMERICAN • This downtown Royal Oak spot bridges the gap between bar food and upscale dining. Order a dressed-up sandwich or burger, or elevate your dining experience with an 8-ounce filet mignon or lamb chops. The friendly price range makes anything possible. 212 W. Sixth St., Royal Oak; 248-5560947. D daily. Ocean Prime $$$$ SEAFOOD • An upper-end steak-and-fish place and a popular business lunch site. The menu features naturally harvested fresh fish and prime aged beef. Don’t miss the chocolate peanut butter pie or the carrot cake. A tried-and-true metro Detroit spot. 2915 Coolidge Hwy., Troy; 248-458-0500. L Mon.-Fri., D daily. One-Eyed Betty’s $$ ECLECTIC AMERICAN • Picnic-style tables and blackboards lettered with scores of brew choices add

a beer-hall sensibility to this popular spot. The kitchen delivers New Orleans-themed dishes such as Chicken Tchoupitoulas with tasso ham and bearnaise sauce, as well as a mouth-watering bacon burger. Weekend brunch features delicious housemade doughnuts. 175 W. Troy St., Ferndale; 248-808-6633. D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. Otus Supply $ NEW AMERICAN • This Ferndale stunner has delightful food, superb service, and one wild look. The menu offers main courses and shared plates, as well as pizza and sandwiches. Can’t-miss: The housemade Bolognese with ground lamb and Italian sausage. There’s also a concert venue called The Parliament Room. 345 E. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; 248-291-6160. D Tue.-Sat. O.W.L. $ MEXICAN-AMERICAN • This Royal Oak spot offers 24 hours of sustenance. Step up to the counter and order from the letterboard menu before grabbing a stool at the counter or along the window ledge. Dishes here include such diner musts as eggs, sausage and potato hash, burgers, and chicken wings as well as tacos and nachos served from the open kitchen. 27302 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak; 248-808-6244. B, L,D daily. Phoenicia $$$ LEBANESE • This long-standing upscale Lebanese eatery has clean, contemporary lines that complement the French door-style windows. Don’t miss the morel mushrooms or roasted garlic cloves with tomato and basil as an appetizer. The menu expands to unexpected items such as baby back ribs and single-serving-sized local whitefish. 588 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-644-3122. L Mon.Fri., D daily., BR Sun. Pop’s For Italian $$ ITALIAN • It doesn’t sound fancy, but this Ferndale restaurant serves well-prepared, Italian dishes paired with an ambitious wine program. The fairly brief menu starts with a list of Neapolitan pizzas, then moves to pastas, but has all the classics to hit the spot. There are charcuterie boards and Italian desserts, too. 280 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; 248-2684806. D Tue.-Sun. Prime29 Steakhouse $$$$ STEAKHOUSE • The 29-day aged prime beef, including the 24-ounce tomahawk bone-in rib-eye, still stars here. There’s also Chilean sea bass, Loch Duart salmon, and lamb chops with lobster fried rice. The service is notable, as is the Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator. 6545 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield; 248-737-7463. D Tue.-Sun. Public House $$ NEW AMERICAN/VEGAN • This Ferndale spot reopened under new ownership and with a refreshed look in late 2021. Standout selections include its burgers, sharable plates like barbecued carrots, and craft cocktails and mocktails. It also features a special vegan menu and carries plenty of gluten-free options. 241 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; 248-733-4905. D daily., BR Sat.-Sun. Quán Ngon Vietnamese Bistro $ VIETNAMESE • This gem of a bistro in a hand-some space adds to the local Vietnamese offerings. Dishes such as cha gio (elegant little eggrolls), bun bo nuong sa (grilled steak atop angel-hair rice noodles), and banh mi made with fresh ingredients. 30701 Dequindre Road, Madison Heights; 248-2684310. L,D Fri.-Wed.

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Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a glass and garnish with an orange peel.

Redcoat Tavern $ BURGERS • The half-pound choice beef hamburger is always atop the list of local favorites. But a low-fat, high-flavor Piedmontese beef one is tastier than the original. This is the place for your burger craving. 31542 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak; 248-549-0300. 6745 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township; 248-865-0500. L,D Mon.-Sat. Rochester Chop House $$ NEW AMERICAN • Two restaurants in one; Kabin Kruser’s and the Chop House. There’s a throwback roadhouse-style feeling about the Chop House, which has a menu divided between red meat and fresh fish and seafood. Signature dishes include calamari, Maryland jumbo lump crabcakes, and a large selection of aged steaks, rack of lamb, and steak/seafood combinations. 306 S. Main St., Rochester; 248-6512266. L Mon.-Fri., D daily Ronin $$ JAPANESE • The sushi menu, ranging from spicy tuna rolls to yellowtail and salmon eggs and well beyond, is augmented by a concise menu of cooked fare. Front windows open onto the sidewalk, making the cocktail lounge open-air during the warm months. 326 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak; 248-546-0888. D daily. Silver Spoon $$ ITALIAN • This quintessential slice of Italy features excellent food, knowledgeable staff, and friendly service. Try the bucatini made with pancetta, onion, red wine, and fresh tomato sauce. Also worth trying: saltimbocca alla Romana, or veal scaloppini sautéed in white wine. A truly delicious place for any kind of outing. 543 N. Main St., Rochester; 248652-4500. D Mon.-Sat. Social Kitchen & Bar $$$ NEW AMERICAN • The energetic Birmingham spot allows guests a view of the kitchen action. It has a creative and varied menu typified by falafel lettuce wraps, fried chicken sandwiches, crispy Brussels sprouts, and salmon with braised lentils, crispy kale, and a mustard vinagrette. 225 E. Maple Road, Birmingham; 248-594-4200. L Mon.-Fri., D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. Sozai JAPANESE • To truly experience Sozai, you have to reserve a seat at the custom-built sushi bar where chef Hajime Sato will curate a unique sustainable sushi dining experience called omakase. There’s also a menu offering crowd pleasures like chicken karaage and rolls featuring familiar ingredients with tuna, jalapeno and avocado. 449 W. 14 Mile Road, Clawson; 248-677-3232. D Tues.-Sat. Streetside Seafood $$ SEAFOOD • Small and cozy yet sophisticated, the restaurant has a pared-down menu of fresh fish and seafood on a seasonal menu. There are always two soups: a bisque and a chowder. Favorites include the oysters and bouillabaisse. A delicious restaurant for all palates to enjoy and feel comfortable in. 273 Pierce St.Birmingham; 248-645-9123. L Mon.-Fri., D daily. Take Sushi $$ JAPANESE • Crisp salads, miso soup garnished with the tiniest dice of tofu, sashimi and sushi, oversize bowls of soba or udon noodles, and all the familiar — and some not-so-familiar — entrees, combine together to make this spot special. 1366 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills; 248-652-7800. L,D daily.

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Tallulah Wine Bar & Bistro $$ WINE BAR • Understated décor and a pared-down menu of seasonal dishes make this spot a Birmingham classic. The kitchen turns out dishes like Lamb Belly Ragu with housemade pasta; and whole branzino with charred zucchini and romesco. Wine is served by the glass, the pitcher, or bottle. 155 S. Bates St., Birmingham; 248-731-7066. D Mon.-Sat. Three Cats Restaurant $ BREAKFAST/BRUNCH • Formerly a small café serving customers of the boutique Leon & Lulu, Three Cats is now a full-fledged restaurant and bar. Located in the former Clawson movie theater next door to the shop, the spot serves small, simple plates, including vegetarian and vegan options for brunch, lunch, and dinner. The beverage menu features local selections, such as vodka from Ferndale’s Valentine’s Distilling Co. and wines from grapes grown on the Leelanau Peninsula. Patrons can even take home the colorful, quirky chairs or tables they’re dining at, as most of the furniture at Three Cats Restaurant is available for purchase. 116 W. 14 Mile Road, Clawson; 248-2884858. L,D Mon.-Fri., B,L,D Sat.-Sun. Toast, A Breakfast & Lunch Joint $ BREAKFAST/BRUNCH • It’s fun, it’s breezy, and the food at Toast, A Breakfast & Lunch Joint is very, very good. The house specialty smothered burrito has plenty of fans, as does huevos rancheros: fried eggs upon corn tortillas, pintos, and cheese. Toast, a Neighborhood Joint, the spinoff of the Ferndale original has a more elaborate setting pairing ’50s retro with sleek contemporary in a pair of rooms. The new menu features twists to comfort food. 23144 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-398-0444. 203 Pierce St., Birmingham; 248-258-6278. B,L daily. Toasted Oak $$$ BRASSERIE • The menu revolves around the charcuterie sold in the market next door and a list of hot grill items, such as grilled steaks with béarnaise sauce. In 2019, the restaurant earned a Wine Spectator magazine award for its outstanding wine program. Plus, just across the lot is Twelve Oaks Mall, should you fancy an evening of shopping and dinner. 27790 Novi Road, Novi; 248-277-6000. B Mon.-Fri., L,D Tue.-Sat. Townhouse $$$ NEW AMERICAN • This popular Birmingham spot for comforting New American dishes has several exceptional offerings on its menu, such as the specialty 10 ounces of 28-day dry-aged beef hamburger on brioche. 180 Pierce St., Birmingham; 248-792-5241. L,D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. 500 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313723-1000. D daily. Union Woodshop $$ BARBEQUE • Part of the ever-growing Union Joints restaurant group, this is a self-described wood-fired joint, where pulled pork, ribs, chicken, and beef brisket come from the smoker, and Neapolitan-style crispcrusted pizzas from the wood-burning oven. And definitely check out the mac and cheese. There’s also a delicious kid’s menu for any youngsters in your party. 18 S. Main St., Clarkston; 248-625-5660. D Tue.-Sun. Vinsetta Garage $$ NEW AMERICAN • This restaurant, which is housed in a vintage car-repair shop, offers well-prepared comfort-food classics such as burgers served on pretzel buns, macaroni and cheese, the Chef Bowl with spaghetti and tomato basil sauce, pizzas, and brown sugar-glazed salmon. A restaurant that pays true homage

J. Baldwin’s Restaurant $$$ NEW AMERICAN • The menu showcases talented chef Jeff Baldwin’s contemporary American food: cedar-planked salmon, chicken fettuccini alfredo with pesto, and herb-crusted chicken, with housemade breads. The desserts include chocolate bumpy cake, spiced carrot cake, apple cobbler, chocolate mousse layer cake, and banana foster bread pudding. 16981 18 Mile Road, Clinton Township; 586-416-3500. L,D Tue.Sun., BR Sun.

to the city of Detroit. 27799 Woodward Ave., Berkley; 248-548-7711. L,D daily. Voyager $$ SEAFOOD • Fresh seafood with emphasis on oysters is the premise in this hard-to-find location. The space entails convivially close quarters for such dishes as peel-n’-eat shrimp, chili crab spaghetti and grilled swordfish. The premium bar offers short but notable lists of beer and wine as well as craft cocktails. 600 Vester St., Ferndale; 248-658-4999. D Tue.-Sat.

Mr. Paul’s Chophouse $$$ STEAKHOUSE • This bastion of red meat as well as classic dishes is still going strong. Try old-school tableside presentations such as Chateaubriand and Caesar salad. There’s a solid selection of fresh seafood and pasta, too. The founding family still runs the place and emphasizes great hospitality and a heckuva good time. 29850 Groesbeck Hwy., Roseville; 586-7777770. L,D Mon.-Fri., D Sat.

Macomb Andiamo $$ ITALIAN • Over the past three decades, Joe Vicari has established several Andiamo restaurants in metro Detroit, all inspired by the late master chef Aldo Ottaviani’s philosophy of seasonal, from-scratch cooking. The menus differ slightly at the different locations, but the constant is the fresh, housemade pastas — handcrafted by the trinity of “pasta ladies,” Anna, Tanya, and Angelina, who have carried on the tradition. The Warren location is the flagship that started it all. 7096 14 Mile Road, Warren; 586-268-3200. L,D Mon.Fri., D Sat.-Sun.

Sherwood Brewing Co. $ GASTROPUB • Quality local ingredients raise Sherwood’s fare to well above “elevated pub grub.” Some notable choices include the hearty House Beer Chili, savory Better Made-crusted fish and chips, and spicy Buffalo Mac. Homemade extends to dessert, including Cashew Outside Cookies. This isn’t just bar food,it’s elevated bar food. 45689 Hayes Road, Shelby Township; 586-5329669. L,D Tue.-Sat.

Barleycorn’s Public House $$ GASTROPUB • This casual spot brings a wide-ranging cocktail menu, craft beers, and elevated pub fare (try the Southerner, a buttermilk-soaked fried chicken, or the fish and chips) to Shelby Township. Located near the Emagine theater, it’s an ideal spot to grab a burger and drinks before or after the movies. 50985 Hayes Road, Shelby Township; 586-271-8700. L,D Tue.Fri., D Sat.-Sun. Da Francesco’s Ristorante & Bar $$ ITALIAN • Da Francesco’s has been around for more than 15 years, but its massive new facility is packing in the crowds offering an upbeat modern twist to traditional Italian dining. 49521 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; 586-731-7544. L,D Tue.-Fri., D Sat., L,D Sun. Detroit Fish House $$ SEAFOOD • This restaurant feels like a true coastal eatery, serving an extensive menu of fresh fish and seafood in a well-designed setting. Choose from a wide variety of fresh fish and meaty seafood, ranging from salmon to Lake Superior whitefish. 51195 Schoenherr Road, Shelby Charter Township; 586-7395400. L Mon.-Fri., D daily. Gaudino’s $$ ITALIAN • The trend toward combining a food market with a restaurant has a good example at this spot. It offers imported pastas and sauces, plus a butcher counter with sausages and a wine assortment. The menu offers pasta and pizza, salads, and entrees, including a Chicken Milanese. 27919 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-879-6764. L,D Tue.-Sat. Isla $$ FILIPINO • Dishes at this Filipino restaurant, formerly sheltered at Fort Street Galley, are reflective of the culinary traditions of the founders’ Iloilo City hometown. Annatto is used to punch up the color of Chicken Adobo, the unofficial dish of the Philippines, and juicy mangoes complement sweet and savory dishes. 2496 Metro Pkwy, Sterling Heights; 586-883-7526. D Tue.-Sat., BR Sun.

Steakhouse 22 $$ STEAKHOUSE • The late Nick Andreopoulos once spent time as a “broiler man” at London Chop House. His family stays true to those roots at this American steakhouse with a casual, neighborhood feel. They offer an array of well-prepared angus steaks, plus seafood and pasta dishes. With the sizable lunch and portions offered at Steakhouse 22, good luck saving room for dessert! 48900 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; 586-731-3900. L,D Tue.-Sun.

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GASTROPUB Solid American fare that’s beyond bar food (although their burgers are certainly noteworthy). There’s escargot, perch, steaks, and a huge whiskey selection — 900 at last count. 27626 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-6752115. L,D daily.

Testa Barra $$ ITALIAN • The newest spot from talented chef and restaurateur Jeffrey Baldwin and his wife, RoseMarie, offers modern Italian fare in a lively, upbeat setting. Pastas are made in-house. 48824 Romeo Plank Road, Macomb Township; 586-434-0100. L Sun., D daily. Twisted Rooster $$ SPORTS BAR • This “Michigan-centric” chain (Chesterfield Township, Grand Rapids, and Belleville) has takes on classics, with mac & cheese variations and steaks with “zip” sauce. 45225 Marketplace Blvd., Chesterfield; 586-949-1470. L,D daily. Vast Kitchen and Bar $$ NEW AMERICAN • Chef Nicole Justman heads the kitchen at this fresh spot that brings a touch of Birmingham to Shelby Township. A contemporary menu at Vast Kitchen and Bar includes pan-seared salmon and sous vide pork shank. 52969 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; 586-991-6104. L,D Mon.-Sat. Waves $$ SEAFOOD • Seafood covers most of the menu at this Nautical Mile favorite. It’s a tough task choosing between such popular appetizers as coconut shrimp, crispy grouper nuggets, and plump steamed mussels. Entrees include al dente pastas and several choices from “over the wave,” such as lamb chops and New York strip steak, plus lump crab cakes, and beer-battered cod. 24223 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-773-3279. L,D daily.

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Washtenaw Bellflower $$$ NEW AMERICAN • A restaurant housed in a former exchange of the Michigan Bell Telephone Company, Bellflower answers Ypsilanti’s call for fine dining with an adventurous flair. Boudin sausage with roasted okra, baked oysters, and ginger ale or Coca-Cola-roasted beets showed up on early menus as chef Dan Klenotic’s way of straddling the line of creole tradition and an imaginative style that is entirely his own. 209 Pearl St., Ypsilanti. L,D Mon.-Sat. Black Pearl $$ SEAFOOD • This seafood and martini bar is especially popular during patio season. But step inside for a host of craft cocktails, then stay for dinner. A seafood-dominated menu includes a notable roasted scallop dish. Non-seafood options include the eponymous burger, roasted butternut squash salad, and filet mignon. And make sure to order dessert. 302 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734-222-0400. D daily. Blue LLama Jazz Club $$ CREATIVE AMERICAN • Come to this swanky jazz club for the music, which includes headliners such as the Grammy-nominated Ravi Coltrane Quartet, but stay for Chef Louis Goral’s delicious food. Try the crispy foie gras PB&J with Marcona almonds and strawberry jam. There is also a delicious Sunday brunch with decadent orange blossom beignets and strawberry pancakes. 314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734-372-3200. D Tue.-Sat. The Blue Nile $$ ETHIOPIAN • The real treat of the meal at this quaint Ferndale restaurant is that it’s scooped up with a spongy bread called injera, and all the lentils, often seasoned with an Ethiopian spice mixture known as Berber, and vegetables are equally delicious. 221 E. Washington St., Ann Arbor; 734-9984746. D Tue.-Sun.545 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale; 248-547-6699. D Thu.-Sun. Cardamom $$ INDIAN • Check out the Hyderabadi Biryani —chicken, goat, and vegetable dishes, in which the rice is first cooked then baked. All the Indian favorites are available at Cardamom, such as Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Rogan Josh, and warm, fluffy, made-fresh garlic naan. It’s the ideal spot for when you’re craving the classics. 1739 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor; 734-6622877. L Sun., D Tue.-Sun. The Common Grill $$ SEAFOOD • Owner and chef Craig Common’s skilled work has drawn the attention of the now shuttered Gourmet magazine and the James Beard House — as well as the Purple Rose Theatre crowd. This mainstay is best known for fresh oysters and seafood, but all the fare at The Common Grill is expertly prepared. A tried-and-true foodie destination with a range of desserts, including coconut cream pie, lemon pudding cake, and cherry cobbler. 112 S. Main St.,Chelsea; 734-475-0470. L,D Tue.-Sun., BR Sun. KouZina Greek Steet Food $ GREEK • The Greek “street food” at this Ann Arbor spot comes in lamb and beef, and chicken. Try the lentil soup for a delicious lunch or go for something more filling like falafel. Either way, you can’t go wrong with this excellent spot. 332 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734997-5155. L,D Tue.-Sun.

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ITALIAN With a friendly waitstaff and decked in vibrant colors, this lively restaurant is not to be missed. The innovative menu changes seasonally. Must-tries have included the pasta carbonara, featuring shrimp, duck bacon, and Italian greens, as well as beet and ricotta gnocchi with brown butter. 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-9710484. L,D daily.

Mani Osteria & Bar $$ ITALIAN • This popular casual restaurant infuses freshness with lower prices than most osterias in the area. It’s a well-rounded blend of modern, eclectic Italian with classic standbys. The pizzas are hot, fresh and perfectly executed to suit your tastes. 341 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor; 734-769-6700. L Fri.-Sun., D Wed.Sun.

Yotsuba Japanese Restaurant & Bar $$ JAPANESE • The semi-circular sushi bar is the center of this restaurant. Sushi chef Bobby Suzuki has a loyal following for his precise nigiri rolls. There are also tatami rooms and conventional seating. 7365 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township; 248737-8282. 2222 Hogback Road, Ann Arbor; 734-9715168. L,D Tue.-Sun.

Miss Kim $$ KOREAN • This spinoff from the Zingerman’s mini empire comes courtesy of chef Ji Hye Kim and is a go-to spot for healthy Asian eats. Kim often incorporates ancient Korean culinary traditions, such as rice syrup and plum extracts, into her dishes. Standouts here include the Korean fried chicken and Street-Style Tteokbokki — just to name a few of them. 415 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-2750099. L,D Wed.-Sun.

Zingerman’s Delicatessen $ SANDWICH/DELI • Zingerman’s Delicatessen is a household name for Michiganians, and a must-try staple in Ann Arbor. The temptations at Zingerman’s are endless: fresh breads and a menu of filling sandwiches, olive oils and housemade balsamic vinegars, chilies, and mustards. 422 Detroit St., Ann Arbor; 734663-3354. B,L,D daily.

Seva Ann Arbor $$ VEGAN • Seva offers such dishes as black bean and sweet potato quesadillas, gluten-free options, and colorful stir-fries — some vegan as well as vegetarian. There’s also a full bar as well as a juice bar serving creamy smoothies and dense shakes, fresh-squeezed juices, and craft mocktails. Choose from one of the most extensive vegetarian menus in the Detroit area. 2541 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-662-1111. L,D Mon.-Sat.

Zingerman’s Roadhouse $$$ CLASSIC COMFORT • This eatery celebrates American food from various cities. From fresh Maryland crab cakes to the delicious delicacies of New Orleans, every last bite of the country is represented here. The buttermilk biscuits are beyondthis-world. 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-6633663. B,L,D daily.

Shalimar $$ INDIAN • Offering North Indian, Tandoori, and Mughlai dishes, Shalimar is suitable for carnivores and herbivores alike. Standouts include the Tandoori Lamb Chops marinated in creamy yogurt, spicy ginger, and fresh garlic, which is best eaten with the restaurant’s flavorful, chewy garlic naan served fresh and hot. 307 S. Main St., Ann Arbor;734-663-1500. L, D daily. Slurping Turtle $ JAPANESE • This fun, casual Ann Arbor restaurant, owned by celebrity chef Takashi Yagihashi, offers plenty of shareable dishes, such as hamachi tacos and duck-fat fried chicken. But the star at Slurping Turtle is the noodle (Yagihashi’s “soul food”), which is made in-house daily on a machine imported from Japan. 608 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor; 734-887-6868. L,D daily. The Boro Dining Room and Bar $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • Much like the restaurant’s ambience, the cuisine at The Boro is both refined and relaxed. The Grilled Bone-In Pork Loin typifies the vibe. In flavor, the pork is reminiscent of a slab of tender brisket at a family barbecue. The loin is sweetened with a smattering of St. Louis-style barbecue glaze. In presentation and accoutrements, though, the dish is worthy of white-tablecloth status. 5400 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor; 734-6693310. B,L,D daily. Vinology $$$ ECLECTIC • Natural brick walls blended with darkwood booths and tables lend warmth to the dining room at Vinology, while tall ceilings contribute to the restaurant’s spacious feel. The menu draws on assorted cuisines to produce dishes such as Campeche Flautas, Argentinian Deep Dish Pizza, and lamb chops with chimichurri. As implied by the name of the venue, the wine list here is incredible. Try a bottle off of its New or Old World Cellared Collection. 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734-222-9841. D Mon.-Sat., BR Sat.-Sun.

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Award candidates who satisfied 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria were named 2022 Five Star Wealth Managers. Eligibility Criteria – Required: 1. Credentialed as a registered investment adviser or a registered investment adviser representative. 2. Actively employed as a credentialed professional in the financial services industry for a minimum of five years. 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal firm standards. 5. Accepting new clients. Evaluation Criteria – Considered: 6. One-year client retention rate. 7. Five-year client retention rate. 8. Non-institutional discretionary and/or non-discretionary client assets administered. 9. Number of client households served. 10. Education and professional designations. Regulatory Review: As defined by Five Star Professional, the wealth manager has not: been subject to a regulatory action that resulted in a license being suspended or revoked, or payment of a fine; individually contributed to a financial settlement of a customer complaint; been convicted of a felony. Within the past 11 years the wealth manager has not: been terminated from a wealth management or financial services firm; filed for personal bankruptcy; had more than a total of three settled or pending complaints filed against them (and no more than five total pending, dismissed or denied) with any regulatory authority. Five Star Professional conducts a regulatory review of each nominated wealth manager using the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure (IAPD) website. Five Star Professional also uses multiple supporting processes to help ensure that a favorable regulatory and complaint history exists. Data submitted through these processes was applied per the above criteria; each wealth manager who passes the Five Star Professional regulatory review must attest that they meet the definition of favorable regulatory history based upon the criteria listed above. Five Star Professional promotes via local advertising the opportunity for consumers to confidentially submit complaints regarding a wealth manager.

FIVE STAR INVESTMENT PROFESSIONAL DETERMINATION OF AWARD WINNERS CRITERIA

The investment professional award goes to estate planning attorneys, insurance agents and select others in the financial industry. Eligibility Criteria – Required: 1. Credentialed with appropriate state or industry licensures. 2. Actively employed as a credentialed professional in the financial services industry for a minimum of five years. 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. 4. Accepting new clients. Evaluation Criteria – Considered: 5. One-year client retention rate. 6. Five-year client retention rate. 7. Number of client households served. 8. Recent personal production and performance (industry specific criteria). 9. Education and professional designations/industry and board certifications. 10. Pro Bono and community service work. This year, we honored 15 Detroit-area investment professionals with the Five Star Investment Professional award.

All award winners are listed in this publication.

Wealth Managers

David Laurence Evola · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Danielle Renee Holmes · LPL Financial Christine Isham · Northern Financial Advisors Page 4

Anida Venniro · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Gregory Jay Hinkson · Hinkson Wealth Management

Cameron Thomas Staley · Millennium Wealth Management

Diane L. Young · Arrowroot Family Office Page 6

John M. Kronner · Morgan Stanley Page 6

Laurie Sue Stegenga · Foresight Capital Management Advisors, Inc.

Robert Brandon Krut · Wells Fargo Advisors

Todd A. Sterling · Sterling Wealth Solutions

Anthony Guido LaRocca · Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Mitchell Swayze · Morgan Stanley Page 8

Sandra Ellen Lutkenhoff · Morgan Stanley Page 8

Mark F. Thistlethwaite · Morgan Stanley

Financial Planning

Barbara J. Fanone · Priority Wealth Management, LLC

Phil Andrews · LPL Financial/America Group Retirement Strategy Centers

Dominic R. Fazzolari · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Edgar Thomas Atnip · Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. Page 8

Jay Philip Kempf · Thrivent

Beth Anne Zilka · Baron Wealth Management

Erika Lynn Fitzhugh · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Carol Litka · Morgan Stanley Page 7

Investments

David Martin Boike · Retirement Resources

Bruce French · Morgan Stanley Page 4

David Paul Miller · Thrivent Maurice Ervin Miller Jr. · MassMutual

Frank S. Arvai · William Mack & Associates

Lina Bowman · Bowman Asset Management, Inc. Page 7

Robert John Fries · Rising Sun Investments

Christopher Gregory Millio · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Suchitra Sampath Busch · Executive Wealth Management

Dominic D. Garcia · Rochester Wealth Strategies

Norman Arthur Pappas · The Enterprise Investment Company

Bryan J. Carroll · Oppenheimer & Co., Inc.

Jill Elizabeth Gleba · Gleba & Associates

William Keith Colvett · Indianwood Financial

Timothy Leonard Good · ELGA Wealth Management

Matthew Charles Davis · Matthew C. Davis, CFP®

Michael John Greve · Integrity Wealth Consultants

Kenneth Demps · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Pages 2 & 3

Lynn Rose Habrowski · Great Lakes Wealth Planning, LLC

Robert Dennis · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Pages 2 & 3

Michael Joseph Hagenian · Citizens Securities

Nathan Donald Sealey · Brass Ring Wealth Management

Kimberly S. Dwyer · Thrivent

Felicia Gail Harris · EverythingHR Financial Services

Linda Jeanne Smith · William Mack & Associates

Dawn Hausch-Cooper · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Page 6

James J. Speir · Speir Financial Services Page 6

Christopher E. Dziklinski · Millennium Wealth Management

Linda Ann Kay · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Kevin James Bates · NFP Raphael Betanzos · Morgan Stanley Page 4

William Mack · William Mack & Associates

David James Brock · The Brock Group

Valerie Lanette McLeod-Tyler · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Andrew Perri · Pinnacle Wealth Management Page 5

Ted Karl Bugenski · William Mack & Associates

David Reza Mehram · Wells Fargo Advisors

John F. Robbins · JFR Financial Services, Inc. Page 8

Andrew Camden · Wells Fargo Advisors/Kercheval Financial Group Page 5

Daniel J. Milan · Cornerstone Financial Services

Jeffrey Dennis Roe · JDR Wealth Management Bryan Jeffrey Schon · Morgan Stanley

Michael Ryan Eppler · Wells Fargo Advisors Dana Margiotta Frellick · Morgan Stanley

Marc Arthur Neville · Neville Financial Group Daniel B. Paulson · Robert W. Baird & Co. James D. Potter · LPL Financial

David Gallina · Oxford Harriman & Company

William V. Reepmeyer · Oppenheimer & Co., Inc.

Donald I. Gregg · Retirement Funding Advisors, Inc. Page 7

Robert Paul Schmansky · Clear Financial Advisors

William Charles Turner · Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC Peter James Ulbrich · Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. Page 7 Andrew Wilson · Millennium Wealth Management Mark Wojtas · Wells Fargo Advisors/ Kercheval Financial Group Page 5

Taxation Daniel Alexander Cornwell · NFP

Investment Professionals Gary L. Figurski · The Tax Consulting Group Robert J. Kull · Wood Kull Herschfus Obee & Kull, P.C.

Kevin Richard Shannon · Morgan Stanley Continued on FS-8

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— WEALTH MANAGERS — Christine Isham President, Registered Investment Advisor, CFP®, EA

Creating Clarity, Building Wealth • Holistic financial planning • Tax-based investment advice • Wealth manger with 30 years’ experience

Christine and the highly experienced NFA team provide fee-only, comprehensive financial planning and are proud fiduciaries to their clients. Since Christine started her business in 2002, it has blossomed, giving her the opportunity to serve clients nationwide.

74 E Long Lake Road, Suite 200 • Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 Phone: 248-985-1632 • christinei@nfa1040.com northernfinancialadvisors.com

YEAR WINNER

Ten-year winner Christine Isham

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the CFP® certification mark, the Certified finanCial Planner™ certification mark, and the CFP® certification mark (with plaque design) logo in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements. FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

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Left to right: Logan Oates, Client Service Associate; 2012 – 2022 winner Bruce French, Financial Advisor; Dawn Veihl, Financial Advisor; 2012 – 2018 and 2020 – 2022 winner Raphael Betanzos, Financial Advisor; Matt Sebastian, Financial Advisor

Our goal is to help families, business owners and executives realize the future they envision through our investment experience, our integrity and our world-class personalized service. Bruce A. French is a 2012 – 2022 Five Star Wealth Manager and Raphael Betanzos is a 2012 – 2018 and 2020 – 2022 Five Star Wealth Manager. • Financial Advisor Bruce A. French: Phone: 248-218-8243 Email: bruce.french@morganstanley.com • Experience: 23 years • Financial Advisor Raphael Betanzos: Phone: 313-343-8463 Email: raphael.betanzos@morganstanley.com • Experience: 29 years • Financial Advisor Matt Sebastian: Oﬃce: 248-218-8249 Email: matt.sebastian@morganstanley.com • Experience: three years

The Bluewater Group at Morgan Stanley 1108 N Main Street • Rochester, MI 48307 • 130 Kercheval Avenue • Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 Phone: 248-218-8200 • www.advisor.morganstanley.com/thebluewatergroupMI

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— WEALTH MANAGERS — Kercheval Financial Group of Wells Fargo Advisors Multigenerational Wealth Planning • Investment planning sured / NO Bank Guarantee / MAY Lose Value o Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered Fargo & Company. [insert CAR# & date].

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Left to right: 2020 winner Noah Robinson, Financial Advisor; 2019 winner Eric Machus, Financial Advisor; 2019, 2021 and 2022 winner Mark Wojtas, Financial Advisor; 2020 – 2022 winner Andrew Camden, Financial Advisor; Blake Ellis, Financial Advisor; Frederick Robinson III, Client Associate

77 Kercheval Avenue • Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 • Phone: 313-432-7049 Phone: 586-419-8281 • mark.wojtas@wellsfargoadvisors.com home.wellsfargoadvisors.com/kercheval

The professionals at Kercheval Financial Group of Wells Fargo Advisors have deep expertise in all areas of wealth management with 145 years of combined tenure. Our collaborative culture enables us to provide sophisticated, holistic wealth management advice tailored to our primarily high and ultra-high net worth clients and crucially execute that advice in concert with managing client investment assets, not only day-to-day but across generations. In many cases, we have third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation clients. Every relationship benefits from our team-based, family oﬃce approach and our dedication to customer service. The team specializes in full discretion asset management, advisory investment management and provides brokerage services as appropriate. Investment and Insurance Products: NOT FDIC-Insured NO Bank Guarantee MAY Lose Value Wells Fargo Advisors is a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank aﬃliate of Wells Fargo & Company. [CAR 0322-04494 3/29/2022].

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Andrew Perri RFC®, CWS®, AIF®

Holistic Retirement and Tax Planning • Independent, unbiased and objective advice • Advanced tax planning blueprint • Goal since 2005: helping clients retire wise and smart

YEAR WINNER

Left to right: Standing: Six-year winner Andrew Perri; Geoffrey Herndon; Seated: Chris Szuch; Jessica Czajka; Toni Reder; Eve Biber

7600 Grand River, Suite 220 • Brighton, MI 48114 Phone: 810-220-6322 • Toll-free: 800-650-6322 www.pinnaclewealthonline.com

For more than 25 years, we have successfully helped our clients develop and plan for their financial goals. We understand that a financial game plan is much more than just numbers — it encompasses your hopes, your dreams and your aspirations. We recognize that life and financial markets are unpredictable, demanding that your financial and investment strategies evolve as changes occur. Let us help you with regular checkups on the health of your wealth. Advisory services are offered through Pinnacle Wealth Management Partners, Inc. Pinnacle Wealth Management Partners Inc. is a State of Michigan Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance and annuities are offered through Pinnacle Tax Advisory LLC.

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Diane L. Young

Sr. Vice President, Family Wealth Director, Financial Advisor

Managing Partner

130 Kercheval Avenue Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236 Phone: 313-642-5921 john.m.kronner@morganstanley.com advisor.morganstanley.com/the-kronnersmihal-wealth-management-group

Family Wealth Management From Generation to Generation

YEAR WINNER

We work with a limited number of families so we can deliver the customized solutions and personalized service our clients expect. We help you create and implement a comprehensive wealth management plan based on your unique goals and aspirations. Levaraging the world-class resources of Morgan Stanley, we provide a full range of services to meet any financial need, frequently extending beyond investment advice. John is a 2014 – 2022 Five Star Wealth Manager.

705 Barclay Circle, Suite 125 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Phone: 248-453-5252 diane@arrowrootfamilyoffice.com www.arrowrootfamilyoffice.com

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Creating Confidence, Clarity and Direction

• Over 30 years’ experience • 100% fiduciary, meaning we put your interests first with no sales • Holistic and comprehensive financial planning Diane loves helping executives, business owners and professionals build solid financial plans centered around the clients’ needs and goals. As a full-service firm, she only works for her clients and does not use any pushy sales techniques ever!

Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any specific level of skill or training and does not constitute an endorsement of the firm by the Commission. Arrowroot Family Office LLC only transacts business in states in which it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration.

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James J. Speir

Dawn Hausch-Cooper

President, Financial Advisor

CRPC®, Financial Advisor

8455 S Saginaw Street, Suite 101 Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Phone: 810-579-2838 dawn.l.hausch-cooper@ampf.com ameripriseadvisors.com/dawn.l.hausch-cooper

17515 W Nine Mile Road, Suite 440 Southfield, MI 48075 Phone: 248-423-2700 james@speirfinancial.com www.speirfinancial.com

Helping You Preserve Your Financial Future

YEAR WINNER

• Investment Advisor Representative with nearly 20 years of experience • Wealth management, retirement and financial planning • Six-year Five Star Wealth Manager For nearly two decades, Speir Financial Services has provided independent financial, insurance and investment management advice to individuals and families. We aim to maximize your retirement income while minimizing your risk, therefore providing you with a sense of financial confidence. Thank you to our clients who entrust us with their business. Advisory services offered through CoreCap Advisors, LLC., a Registered Investment Advisor. Speir Financial Services, CoreCap Advisors and Five Star Professional are separate and unaffiliated entities. Award based on 10 objective criteria associated with providing quality services to clients such as credentials, experience, and assets under management among other factors. Wealth managers do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of 2013, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Five Star Wealth Managers. FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

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Five Star Wealth Manager, 2013 – 2022

• An Ameriprise Private Wealth Advisory Practice • Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM I am passionate about working with my clients and helping them experience financial confidence now and in retirement. I focus on building new relationships and designing plans that suit my clients’ unique needs. I am committed to listening to my clients, and I strive to be someone they feel comfortable talking to. I bring my financial knowledge and experience to provide understandable solutions that address many types of financial needs through the many phases of my clients’ financial lives. Not Federally Insured No Financial Institution Guarantee May Lose Value Investors should conduct their own evaluation of a financial professional as working with a financial advisor is not a guarantee of future financial success. Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Member FINRA and SIPC. FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

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Peter James Ulbrich

Lina Bowman

Branch Manager, Executive Director – Investments, Portfolio Manager, Lic. 2418679

MBA, Wealth Manager

25801 Harper Avenue, Suite 3 St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 Phone: 313-343-0800 Fax: 313-343-0840 lina@bowmanasset.com www.bowmanasset.com

385 S Eton Street Birmingham, MI 48009 Phone: 248-593-3719 peter.ulbrich@opco.com oppenheimer.com/ulbrichprivateclientgroup

YEAR WINNER

Committed To Providing Forward Thinking Wealth Advisory Services

Our group addresses the broadening range of challenges individuals face in today’s economic environment. In conjunction with the firm, our group offers extensive experience and skill in planning, asset management, investments, insurance and corporate services, combined with reliable, responsive customer service and access. Our goal is to assist individuals and families in organizing their finances, giving them more time to do what they like to do best.

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Comprehensive Wealth Management

Proactive and tax-efficient investment strategies Retirement planning and income solutions Estate and beneficiary planning Annuity and life insurance reviews

Bowman Asset Management is built on a solid foundation of professional client service and in-depth market knowledge. Our firm provides wealth management services to executives, professionals and small-business owners. We provide planning for tax diversification and flexibility to help meet client needs and long-term goals. Securities and Advisory Services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/ SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Fixed insurance products and services are separate from and not offered through Commonwealth Financial Network.

FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

Carol Litka

Donald I. Gregg

Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, CIMA®

President

Retirement Funding Advisors, Inc.

101 W Big Beaver Road, Suite 1200 Troy, MI 48084 Phone: 800-374-3420 Phone: 248-740-7109 carol.litka@morganstanley.com morganstanleyfa.com/carol.litka

YEAR WINNER

Dedicated, Personalized Service to Help You Meet Your Life Goals

• Building your long-term financial value • Five Star Wealth Manager, 2013 – 2022 As your financial advisor, Carol Litka will prioritize your needs above all else. She can help you not only define your financial goals but also help you strive to meet them. With access to the vast array of Morgan Stanley’s resources, she will work closely with you to determine which strategies and investment practices are most appropriate for your needs. This “new normal” has stripped people of their ability to control the future and has filled people with great uncertainty. Through cooperative portfolio management, Carol will assist in growing and maintaining your wealth while helping you meet your life goals. ©2022 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. CRC 4666109 04/22. FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

3155 W Big Beaver Road, Suite 119 Troy, MI 48084 Phone: 248-430-7008 dgregg@retirementfundingadvisors.com www.rfaadvantage.com

YEAR WINNER

You’ve Earned It!

• Assessing potential investment returns, risks and suitability • Identifying and planning for cash-flow needs • Balancing wealth preservation and growth For individuals, RFA creates a distinct investment strategy for your goals, such as college, preparing for retirement and estate planning. For 401(k) and 403(b) plans, RFA creates multiple risk-based model portfolios from a customized investment menu. This allows participants to invest in a well-diversified investment strategy based on their risk profile. For endowments and foundations, RFA identifies a sustainable balance between growing the portfolio and generating income in accordance with your investment policy statement. FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

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John F. Robbins

First Vice President, Financial Advisor, CFP®

1108 N Main Street Rochester, MI 48307 Direct: 248-218-8266 advisor.morganstanley.com/ sandra.e.lutkenhoﬀ

YEAR WINNER

As a Morgan Stanley financial advisor, I believe you are entitled to a different kind of working relationship with our firm. I bring the scope and influence of our differentiating resources to you, our valued clients. I am a 2012 – 2022 Five Star Wealth Manager.

MBA, CFP®

3133 Van Horn Road Trenton, MI 48183 Phone: 734-962-1421 johnrobbins@jfrfinancial.com jfrfinancial.com

YEAR WINNER

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Securities offered through LaSalle St. Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through JFR Financial Services, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. JFR Financial Services is not affiliated with LaSalle St. Securities. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the CFP® certification mark, the Certified finanCial Planner™ certification mark, and the CFP® certification mark (with plaque design) logo in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.

FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER AWARD WINNER

Mitchell Swayze

Edgar Thomas Atnip

CFP®, Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor, Lic. 1294069

The Detroit Group at Morgan Stanley 101 W Big Beaver, Suite 1200 Troy, MI 48084 Direct: 248-740-7120 Fax: 248-462-7558 mitchell.swayze@morganstanley.com

YEAR WINNER

Senior Director – Investments

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Mune Gowda, M.D., F.A.C.S. Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon 26850 Providence Pkwy, Ste. 125 Novi, MI 48374 248-305-8400 3270 W. Big Beaver Rd., Ste. 415 Troy, MI 48084 248-530-0000 gowdamd.com

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Dr. Ellen Janetzke 60 W. Big Beaver Rd., Ste. 100 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 248-220-6760 drellen.com info@drellen.com

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Dr. Dianne Schlachter, M.D., FACS, FAACS Dr. Dianne Schlachter, with training and expertise in all areas of reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid and facial surgery, is a highly respected, successful, and award-winning doctor and surgeon. Utilizing only the most advanced techniques and latest technologies available, Dr. Schlachter performs cosmetic eyelid and brow surgery, and treats lower-eyelid “bags.” She also gives Botox treatments around the eyes; surgically manages drooping eyelids, eyelid tumors, and reconstruction; and treats lower-eyelid malposition. An associate professor in the department of ophthalmology at the Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital School of Medicine and director of oculoplastic surgery at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Dr. Schlachter has a special interest in treating drooping of the brow. Her research interests include vitamin D deficiency and the association of nutrition with inflammatory disorders and aging. Among her many honors, Dr. Schlachter has received the Beaumont Eye Institute Teacher Award and has been voted among the Best Doctors in America. She also serves as president of the Michigan Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, and says she looks forward to going to work every day. “Everyone has one aspect of their face that’s their best feature, and being able to bring that out or to restore the way they used to look is wonderful,” she says. “It’s an amazing feeling to be able to make such a drastic difference in people’s lives.” Dr. Schlachter received her medical degree from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit and completed her ophthalmology residency at the Kresge Eye Institute in Detroit, where she was nominated — and served — as co-chief resident. She completed a one-year ocular trauma and reconstructive surgery fellowship, followed by a two-year ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship through the Kresge Eye Institute. ■ The mission at Consultants in Ophthalmic & Facial Plastic Surgery is simple: to deliver excellence in clinical care and customer service. Along with Dr. Schlachter, highly respected physicians Drs. Frank A. Nesi, Geoffrey J. Gladstone, Evan H. Black, Francesca Nesi-Eloff, Robert A. Beaulieu, and associate provider Lindsay El-Awadi, PA-C, practice throughout southeast Michigan and Flint, and hold affiliations with only the top accredited hospitals.

Consultants in Ophthalmic & Facial Plastic Surgery, PC Dr. Dianne Schlachter, M.D., FACS, FAACS 29201 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 324 Southfield, MI 48034 800-245-8075 eyelidpros.com

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Andrew Compton, M.D.

“Hands of Surgeon, Eye of an Artist” is more than just a catchphrase, it’s the core of the practice at Andrew Compton, MD. In addition to being a Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, he is also an artist in every sense of the word. When you visit his office, you will see his personal artwork on every wall and his surgical artistry in the ‘before and after’ photo book. While Dr. Compton is a Michigan native and did much of his education in this state, he has extensive training from various institutes across the country. This culminated in a facial plastic surgery fellowship at the prestigious Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. This advanced fellowship focused on cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the nose, face, and neck. This laid the groundwork for the thousands of nasal and facial surgeries he has performed since starting private practice in 2013. Dr. Compton’s expertise, artistic eye and affable nature has led him to be considered one of the best

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rhinoplasty surgeons in Michigan. His surgical skills go well beyond the nose to include a wide range of facial rejuvenation surgeries. This is where he truly shines applying his artistic eye to enhance the client’s natural beauty. Procedures available include cosmetic ear surgery, eyelid and brow lift, gender affirming face and neck surgeries, liposuction, Facetite, Bodytite, facial implants, and deep plane facelift/ neck lift. Dr. Compton was excited to open his new surgical practice and L’Atelier Med Spa in Troy, MI on July 1, 2021. His handpicked team will provide a kind and warm environment to ease your anxiety and maximize your healing. “We offer holistic approach to healing including nutritional support, supplements, and a full skin care line.” Other offerings include non-surgical treatments including multiple cosmetic injectable treatments (Botox and Dysport), and a range of injectable fillers (RHA, Restylane, Juvéderm). Other non-surgical solutions include PRP treatments, chemical peels, Morpheus 8

radio-frequency micro needling, and PlasmaIQ fractional plasma therapy. Do you want to Breathe Better, Look Better, Feel Better? Be sure to contact the wonderful staff at Andrew Compton, MD to setup your consultation today. ■

Andrew Compton, MD Facial Plastic Surgery and ENT Specialty Care L’Atelier Med Spa 1639 East Big Beaver Road, Ste. 103 Troy, MI 48083 248-289-7300 AndrewComptonMD.com

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Superheroes of all ages are invited to Beaumont Children’s Walk for Miracles at the Detroit Zoo. Join us on Saturday, June 11, beginning at 7:30 a.m. In addition to exploring the zoo exhibits, attendees will enjoy refreshments and snacks. Meet Super Beau, the Beaumont Children’s bear mascot, as well as other popular comic book and fairytale heroes! Participants are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero and will receive a special cape. Beaumont Health Foundation is proud to partner with the Royal Oak School District for this event. Walkers must make a minimum donation of $5 per person or $20 per family. Proceeds benefit pediatric programs and services through the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital at Beaumont Children’s. For sponsorship opportunities, contact charlotte.alex@beaumont.org. To register in advance, visit beaumont.org/walk-for-miracles.

Beaumont Health Foundation presents the Women’s Health Care Classic on Monday, June 13, at 8:30 a.m. Join us to support women’s breast cancer programs offered by Beaumont hospitals in Dearborn, Taylor, Trenton, and Wayne. This is a two-course golf tournament, as exclusively women are invited to play at the Dearborn Country Club, while both men and women are welcome to take on challenging TPC Michigan. Attendees will enjoy a day on the links, complemented by breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The event includes a cocktail hour and awards reception. Funds are also being raised through an online auction. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact karen.whetter@beaumont.org. To register, visit beaumont.org/whcc.

CLEAN SMOKE | INVESTMENT COMMUNITY PROJECT As a Detroit cannabis community member, you are invited to make the Good Neighbor Promise, which will keep building corridors/landscapes clean and free of litter in 2022. We are providing resources for beautification projects organized by a block club, church, nonprofit, or small business in the cannabis-zoned neighborhoods of Detroit. Our goal this spring is to adopt at least four blocks that will receive as much as $25,000 each for the neighborhood beautification projects of their choice. Nominations are open now. The announcement of adopted blocks is on Friday, June 10, with projects set to be completed throughout this summer. To participate, visit cleansmoke.org/ad.

EPILEPSY FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN | STROLL FOR EPILEPSY Join Stroll for Epilepsy, presented by Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan, at the Detroit Zoo on Saturday, June 18, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. This annual, well-loved event unites the epilepsy community as we stroll for family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. As the foundation's largest fundraiser, it benefits lifesaving programs and services. These include Camp Discovery, educational conferences, the Here for You Helpline, seizure recognition and first aid training, plus more! One in 26 people will develop epilepsy at some point throughout their lifetime. The goal of our organization is to be there for everyone affected by epilepsy in Michigan. For more information and to register, call 800-377-6226 or visit epilepsymichigan.org/ stroll-for-epilepsy.

THE PARADE COMPANY | FORD FIREWORKS The Ford Fireworks are back! Join us for the Ford Fireworks Rooftop Party, presented by Ford Motor Company, on Monday, June 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Experience the best seats to view the fireworks atop Center Garage. Guests, adults and children alike, will overlook the beautiful Detroit River while enjoying delectable food by Andiamo, games, giveaways, live music, plus more! Our 64th annual Ford Fireworks continue as one of the largest displays in America. Produced by The Parade Company, it will light up Detroit's skyline at dusk with picturesque views of downtown and beyond. This celebration is one of the most spectacular yearly fundraisers. Proceeds benefit the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation. Tickets are $300; children 6 and under are $125. To purchase tickets, please call 313-923-7400 or visit theparade.org.

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ENNIS CENTER FOR CHILDREN INC. | SCRAMBLE FOR KIDS GOLF OUTING Coyote Preserve Golf Club in Fenton will host the 29th annual Scramble for Kids Golf Outing on Friday, June 17. Registration begins at 8 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. It will be a fun-filled day of golf and entertainment! Participation includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, contests, continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, two drink tickets, golf shirt, door prizes, photographs, raffles, silent auction, and more. A reception is planned to highlight the experiences and stories of each guest speaker. Festivities end at 5 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Ennis Center for Children and its programs offered to abused/neglected children as well as families in crisis. To register, please contact the Development Department by phone at 810-233-4031, or email development@enniscenter.org. For details, visit enniscenter.org/annual-golf-outing.

EYESON DESIGN | DESIGNED FOR SPEED All are welcome for EyesOn Design at the Ford House on Father’s Day Sunday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Grosse Pointe Shores. Legendary Jack Roush reigns over our 35th annual show, themed "Designed for Speed," featuring a field with race cars of the past, present, and future. Mingle with auto industry insiders during the elegant Champagne brunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This special occasion is marked by preliminary weekend events. On Friday, enjoy Vision Honored at M1 Concourse in Pontiac to celebrate designer Peter Brock, participate in the driving tour of southeast Michigan, or secure a high-speed ride with professional drivers. Come Saturday, symposiums are set to honor ArtCenter College of Design visionary Strother MacMinn and trailblazers of Corvette automotive design at General Motors Design Dome in Warren. A meet and greet at General Motors Heritage Center in Sterling Heights is scheduled to follow. Proceeds support the visually impaired through Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology. It is the ultimate Father’s Day gift and a must-attend for every car lover. Tickets are limited. Visit eyesondesign.com to reserve yours today!

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experience of Black men through our traumatic encounters with the world as we know it. And there are tons of things to be excited about: the way we move through the world, the way we’ve inspired the world with our uniqueness, with our swagger — to know I can walk in it, I can live in that. When you grew up in a country that is so polarized from a racial dynamic, but then you have the very lived experience of having a diverse group of friends. We’ve contributed so much to the world, and oftentimes, we’re not credited for it, or we’re not seen for it, if it doesn’t fit into a neat box. But there’s joy in that, there’s love in that, there’s laughter in that. I’m a writer from the hood. And not just a writer, but I’m a writer whose work has spanned across the globe and whose work has influenced the political world, the activism world, and now the tech world. There’s joy in that, to know that the stories I tell, the way that I tell them, the poetry of my writing, resonates with people from everywhere, and that my truth speaks to people even when they’re not Black or don’t come from a Black experience.

Was there any indication when you were growing up in Detroit that you were a good writer?

You know, when I was going to school, I was a good student. I excelled in the world of literature and writing. This was elementary, middle school. I used to tell this story that my writing career started in prison. But at Cooley High School on the west side of Detroit, I was skipping school, my home life wasn’t settled, a lot was going on, and I really had no interest in school at that point, even though I was naturally a good student. But I remember I would speak to this teacher every day and she would always say to me, “You’re such a memorable young man, you’re always nice, you’re kind — why aren’t you in class?” She gave me a book report to do based on To Kill a Mockingbird and I turned it in. And I was sitting at a table just messing around with other students, and she came up to me and grabbed my ear. I’m like, “What are you doing?” She was like, “Why are you wasting your talent? You’re a brilliant writer. You have a great way of expressing yourself.” Then, years later, my family and friends would be like, “Hey, can you write me another letter? You just brought me into that prison world.”

Writing personal letters and writing for publication are different. How did you cross that gap?

A friend of mine asked me to write an article for a paper in prison, and I ended up writing a story about a visit I had just had with my family when I learned my sister was addicted to crack. These two guys found me on the yard. And they both just wanted a hug. And they said my piece reminded them of their experiences. One of my supervisors in the prison asked me if I’d really written it. He took it to his wife, who was an editor of some corporate magazine, and she sent him back with a message that “this guy just has raw talent.”

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What was the first thing you did when you came out of prison in 2010?

The first thing was to meet my parole officer. And then, as I walked out of the parole office, I sold my first book in a parking lot to a guy who was incarcerated with me. I had started a publishing company when I was in prison, printed up a bunch of copies of my first novel. And during our last 60 days, I told him that when I got out, I was gonna have some books. He was like, “Man, I believe you’re really going to make it. And I want to buy one of your books.” My son’s mom, she pulled up to the parking lot and she had the books with her. And I sold him a book. His name is Prince Montgomery. And I never forget that day, June 22, 2010. I’ve been selling books ever since.

I was only aware of two nonfiction books you’ve published. What did you sell that day?

I started off writing fiction. I love being able to escape in those worlds as a writer but also as a reader. My first novel is called Crack. It’s a detective novel. I self-published that. It ended up getting picked up by a couple of colleges, and people started calling me to speak. And when I would go, people would say, “You know, you don’t seem like someone who’s been in prison.” And that really bothered me because I thought about my friends who were incarcerated and what people’s perceptions possibly could be for them. And that’s when I decided to write Writing My Wrongs, which I originally self-published as well, and it got picked up. I have some unpublished works that one day I plan to put back out in the world.

You wrote this book, Letters to the Sons of Society , to your sons, and you talk about the challenges young Black men face. Would a book to daughters be different? I’m a white man with a 7-month-old Black daughter. Do I need to know anything particular?

I think the responsibility in the blind spots for white America is that they tend to freeze like deer in the headlights the first time somebody of color says, “Hey, I’m uncomfortable with this because racially, this has a different meaning to me than it does to you.” As a parent, the greatest gift you can give your daughter is your honesty about the things you don’t know, the things you have not experienced. It doesn’t mean you can’t grow to understand it. When you really get down to it, we’re all humans. The greatest gift we can give our children is our truth, our embarrassing moments, the things that were hurtful, our vulnerable moments. That creates that bond and it opens up a real connection. This book isn’t about Black boys. I just happen to have Black boys. It isn’t about me as a Black man. I’m a father. Fatherhood is just as sacred as motherhood, though in a different way.

You’re such a Detroiter. You reference Vernors in the book; you’re wearing a Tigers hat right now! Why do you live in LA?

to the core but also wanted to pursue my career and pursue opportunities for me creatively and entrepreneurially that weren’t available at home. And as I much as I love Detroit and I love Michigan, there’s something about being able to live in the sun for most of the year. My experiences are shaped by my city. I have incredible friends. They come out here; I come out there. Home will always be home.

As someone who took a tour of the Michigan prison system, in 19 years of incarceration, what are your impressions of it overall?

When I went to prison, we were still able to go to college. I was averaging a 4.0 before they took college out, so I didn’t get a chance to finish my degree. We had more access to family and the community back then. A lot has changed to make it very difficult to communicate with your loved ones. Even basic stuff like sending books to inmates is very difficult now. I just sent some books to some friends and loved ones, and they got rejected because it didn’t have a gift receipt from Amazon. On the flip side, the nation is starting to reconsider this punitive approach to incarceration; there is starting to be some programming in Michigan. As big of an investment as we make as a society in prisons, you would think that we would want more visibility into where our tax dollars are going and what return we’re getting on that investment. Do we want people who have been restored to some wholeness, or do we want people whose trauma has been exacerbated by the reality of their prison experience because it’s so barbaric and archaic?

Why didn’t you come out hardened?

I was fortunate that when I went to prison, I was literate. Literacy changed my life. It helped me understand the traumas I had experienced as a kid. It helped me go through my own therapeutic healing. But that’s not everybody’s experience. And as a society, the onus is on us to ensure that people come home healthy and whole. A lot of people don’t realize that 90 percent of people who go to prison get out.

Any other thoughts about your upbringing and how far you’ve come?

There have definitely been moments where my life has felt so surreal and so extreme. I’ve accomplished a lot in the last 12 years. I’m in an Emmy-winning [series, Super Soul Sunday], on a Grammy-nominated album [Nas’ King’s Disease II]. I’m a bestselling author. I have tons of friends in all these different spaces. I do take a great deal of pride in my writing. I want to be a great writer. Not a great writer for somebody who had been in prison, but a great writer, full stop. That’s what’s important to me on a personal level, that my words are resonant, that the stories I tell are meaningful, that the work I do is impactful.

My heart will always be in Detroit — I’m Detroit

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THIS FUNDRAISER took place on March 20 in Auburn Hills. In addition to a buffet and bottomless beverages, it included a meet and greet with Detroit Pistons player Jerami Grant, a hole-in-one contest, an awards ceremony, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefited Hour Generation Foundation — a youth nonprofit founded by Grant — and its community outreach, wellness, and mentorship programs.

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METRO DETROITERS WITH A NEED FOR SPEED got their fix when the first Grand Prix thundered into downtown Detroit 40 years ago on June 6, 1982. Great Britain’s John Watson took top honors that year in the Formula 1 event, which was no mean feat, considering the perilous course, complete with hairpin turns, collisions, burning cars, bumpy surfaces, and even railroad tracks. But that didn’t deter fans from showing up. In the above image, racing buffs seemed to go to any length to get a glimpse of the action. Resembling an artwork by surrealist master René Magritte, heads, legs, and arms of spectators poke through a perforated barrier at upper right. Although drivers carped about the course, the Grand Prix thrust Detroit into the international spotlight. The race has evolved over the years, not only in the types of cars but also in the location. Championship Auto Racing Teams (or CART) Indy-style autos took to the tracks in 1989, and the site moved to Belle Isle in 1992. The event lasted through 2001 and returned after a six-year hiatus when businessman and former race car driver Roger Penske stepped in, invested, and inspired others to join in. The brakes were put on the Grand Prix again for economic reasons a few years later, but it revved up again in 2012. In 2020, the action was stalled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s race, though, is a go, named the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear after its sponsors. It will be the last on Belle Isle, held June 3-5 (detroitgp.com), before coming full circle in 2023, when it returns to downtown Detroit with a new 1.7-mile circuit snaking along Jefferson, Atwater, St. Antoine, Bates, Rivard, and Franklin streets. —George Bulanda

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