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BEST NEW R E S TA U R A N T S THE FUTURE OF OUR FOOD SCENE

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CREATING CUSTOM CARS FROM CLASSICS PLUS DREAM CRUISE WEEKEND EVENTS

Menu items like glazed beets with ajoblanco helped Barda earn a spot on our list

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W H AT I S T H E R E C I P E F O R A S U C C E S S F U L R E S TA U R A N T ? I T S TA R T S W I T H C U L I N A R Y E X C E L L E N C E . For the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group, this means our restaurants are led by outstanding chefs. An outstanding chef is passionate, dedicated, talented, and committed to creating the highest-quality dishes. As true masters of their craft, they make those around them better, and successfully bring people together through masterful meals, and exquisite experiences.

MEET OUR EXECUTIVE CULINARY TEAM: Executive Chef Mike Osinski of Bronze Door, Executive Chef Patrick Rodemeyer of Joe Muer Seafood Bloomfield, Executive Chef Najwan Mansour of Andiamo Detroit Riverfront, Corporate Executive Chef James Oppat, Certified Master Chef® Daniel Scannell, Executive Chef Eric Ward of Joe Muer Seafood Detroit, Executive Chef Lea Perz of Statler French American Bistro, Executive Chef Marc Casadei of Andiamo Bloomfield Pictured Center: Founder Joseph Vicari

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VOLUME THIRTY ONE | ISSUE EIGHT PUBLISHER: Jason Hosko EDITORIAL EDITOR: Kate Walsh DEPUTY EDITOR: Scott Atkinson SENIOR EDITOR & DIGITAL CONTENT COORDINATOR: Emma Klug ASSOCIATE EDITORS: Rachael Thomas, Ashley Winn COPY EDITOR: Olivia Sedlacek DINING EDITOR: Dorothy Hernandez CONTRIBUTORS: Ronald Ahrens, George Bulanda, Steve Friess, Paris Giles, Ryan Patrick Hooper, Marisa Kalil-Barrino, Lindsay Kalter, Kiki Louya, Mickey Lyons, Jenn McKee, Megan Swoyer, Lauren Wethington EDITORIAL INTERNS: Brendan Mears Connery, Bryanna Vitale, Elyse Vitale DESIGN CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Lindsay Richards SENIOR PRODUCTION ARTIST: Stephanie Daniel JUNIOR DESIGNER: Steven Prokuda CONTRIBUTORS: Nic Antaya, James Heimer, Kailey Howell, Rachel Idzerda, Jacob Lewkow, Kristen Norman, Rebecca Simonov, Lindsey Spinks, Hayden Stinebaugh, Joe Tiano SALES PUBLISHING AND SALES COORDINATOR: Kristin Mingo SENIOR SALES & MARKETING CONTENT CREATOR: Cortney Woody ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES: Cynthia Barnhart, Regan Blissett, Karli Brown, Lisa LaBelle, Maya Gossett, Donna Kassab, Mary Pantely & Associates OUTREACH SPECIALISTS: Jessica VanDerMaas, Alice Zimmer SALES INTERN: Gabrielle Mancini PRODUCTION PRODUCTION DIRECTOR: Jenine Knox SENIOR PRODUCTION ARTIST: Robert Gorczyca SENIOR PRODUCTION COORDINATOR: Jill Berry ADVERTISING COORDINATOR: Erica Soroka GRAPHIC DESIGNERS: Jim Bibart, Colin McKinney PRODUCTION INTERN: Caroline Parthum IT IT DIRECTOR: Jeremy Leland WEB DIGITAL DIRECTOR: Nick Britsky DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER: Matthew Cappo DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALISTS: Jim Bowser, Luanne Lim, Kevin Pell DIGITAL MEDIA COORDINATOR: Travis Cleveland VIDEO EDITOR: Taylor Lutz CIRCULATION CIRCULATION MANAGER: Riley Meyers CIRCULATION COORDINATORS: David Benvenuto, Elise Coyle, Jaz’Myne Jones, Cathy Krajenke, Rachel Moulden MARKETING & EVENTS MARKETING & EVENTS MANAGER: Jodie Svagr MARKETING & EVENTS COORDINATORS: Kelsey Cocke, Drake Lambright MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS LEAD: Asia Jones MARKETING RESEARCH MARKETING RESEARCH DIRECTOR: Ana Potter MARKETING RESEARCH MANAGER: Georgia Iden MARKETING RESEARCH ASSISTANT: Alexandra Thompson PRS GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Alexa Dyer BUSINESS CEO: Stefan Wanczyk PRESIDENT: John Balardo DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS: Kathie Gorecki ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER: Natasha Bajju SENIOR ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE: Andrew Kotzian ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE: Samantha Dick DISTRIBUTION: Target Distribution, Troy 575 0 N E W K I N G D R I V E , T R OY, M I 4 8 0 9 8 T E L E P H O N E : 2 4 8 - 6 9 1 - 1 8 0 0 FA X : 2 4 8 - 6 9 1 - 4 5 3 1 E M A I L : E D I T O R I A L @ H O U R D E T R O I T.C O M O N T H E W E B : H O U R D E T R O I T.C O M To sell Hour Detroit magazine or for subscription inquiries: 248-588-1851

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Enid Parham is the founder and owner of Lucky Pistil catering, which specializes in cannabis-infused food. Parham is one of seven local food leaders spotlighted in our feature on the future of Detroit’s food scene.

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The past year saw familiar names expanding or embarking on new culinary adventures, as well as newcomers introducing all-new concepts to the area’s dining scene. Here are the 10 best new restaurants in metro Detroit.

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Meet the chefs, farmers, restaurant owners, and leaders pushing the city’s food culture forward and, ultimately, shaping the future of the metro Detroit food scene.

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Up Front MADE IN MICHIGAN: 14 BETTY REID SOSKIN

The oldest park ranger in the U.S. has retired; at 101, she’s not done telling those stories left untold.

Agenda 56 CULTURE CALENDAR

Detroit’s island art fair returns and a new Michigan Science Center exhibit combines pop culture and science. Plus, more August events.

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A local charter school helps young adults with disabilities achieve their highest potential.

58 SUMMER READING LIST Pick up one of these four new novels with regional ties and make your beach read a Michigan beach read.

FUND THE NON-POLICE ! 18 Ann Arbor is considering a parallel emergency response system that swaps cops for crisis intervention experts.

59 OLD WHEELS, NEW LIFE

A look at the custom car builddesign company Mobsteel. Plus, Dream Cruise weekend events.

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62 GIVING VOICE

First she lost over 100 pounds. Then she turned that journey into a nationwide business.

Painter Gisela McDaniel uses a collaborative approach to tell her subjects’ stories.

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Food&Drink

He’s an internationally published photographer, a medical student ... and a sucker for a wide lapel.

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This month’s metro Detroit dining headlines. Plus, local farmers share tips for cooking lesser-known vegetables.

I NEED MY SPACE: 24 MOD MUSINGS

A Fenton home’s midcentury pool deck makes for a groovy open-air hangout spot.

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One woman turned her nearmagical ability to cultivate tropical plants here in Detroit into a successful business.

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Detroit foods that ain’t a damn Coney dog or pizza.

68 A NEW WAVE IN ST. CLAIR SHORES

This waterfront community’s downtown social district is becoming the latest dining and drinking destination.

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08.22 From Our Readers

E D I T O R’ S L E T T E R

When Hour Detroit debuted in May of 1996, only two of its 72 pages were devoted to food. That article was about Dearborn’s Cedarland Restaurant and included a recipe and a sidebar on other eateries on West Warren Ave. The rest of that year, the topic of food received similar coverage. The growth of the magazine saw an increase in food pages, with a dedicated food section introduced in the fourth issue, followed soon after by Hour’s first dining cover story: “Fine Dine: 50 choice restaurants for dining, wining, and just plain good eats.” But still, food content comprised only seven pages of the magazine. Food did not appear on the cover again until February 2000, the second time we ran our now-annual Restaurant of the Year feature. (The first year we did it, a bridal story beat it out for the cover slot.) While Restaurant of the Year was an annual feature from nearly the beginning, our first Food Issue didn’t debut until 10 years into our run. It featured Restaurant of the Year, Best New Restaurants, a 10-page feature on coffee (with a big image of a frothy coffee drink on the cover), and a story on home kitchens. For whatever reason (it may have been that coffee image), the Food Issue didn’t return until August 2014, and as then-Editor Steve Wilke predicted in his editor’s letter, it wouldn’t be the last. The Food Issue is now every August’s cover story, and the focus of the features is usually the local food scene, spotlighting leaders and tastemakers from small businesses to established restaurants. In this year’s Food Issue, we continue this theme with “The Future of Detroit’s Food Scene” (page 46). In this feature, writer/chef Kiki Louya and Hour’s dining editor, Dorothy Hernandez, highlight “chefs, entrepreneurs, and advocates who are pushing Detroit’s food scene toward a stronger, brighter, more equitable future for workers and diners,” Hernandez says. “Kiki and I were very intentional about who we wanted to feature,” she says. “We spoke with people who are not only doing innovative things in local food to push it forward but who are also reflective of the city itself.” Louya adds, “I learned that while the pandemic was brutal on every industry, Detroit food entrepreneurs were hard-hit and unafraid of changing the rule book to survive. Another theme … almost every single entrepreneur had some sort of education wrapped into their work, and it was always community driven.” Our second food feature, “10 Best New Restaurants” (page 34), also highlights forward thinkers in the food industry, including examples of their fortitude and creativity in a post-pandemic world — along with detailed descriptions of the establishments’ cuisine, of course. Because I’m guessing the main reason you picked up this issue is to find out where to eat. Oh, and for the record, this issue has 140 pages — 36 of them about food.

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“So many memories in that beautiful building (‘A Closer Look at the Fisher Building,’ June). A true gem of Detroit!” —@marymckeedistefano, Instagram “Yum! We will definitely visit next time we’re in town (‘There’s a Story Behind Every Dish at Miss Kim in Ann Arbor,’ June)!” —@musically_michigan, Instagram “It was awesome working downtown when the race came to town in ’82 (‘The Way It Was — Detroit Grand Prix, 1982,’ June)! You could hear the cars echoing through the canyons of the buildings and the Free Prix Day on Friday was a blast!” —Kathy Fox, Facebook “[King Tutankhamun:] ‘Wonderful Things’ from the Pharaoh’s Tomb is a spectacular experience to behold (‘The Wright Museum’s King Tut Exhibition Tells the Boy Pharaoh’s Story,’ June).” —Georgetta Gray, hourdetroit.com

Hourdetroit.com Digital Extra Propel Water is teaming up with actress Mindy Kaling for a national fitness tour, which will stop in Detroit this month. The Propel Your JOWO (Joy of Working Out) events include free fitness classes for exercisers of all levels, led by local trainer Amina Daniels. The classes will run every weekend this month starting Aug. 8. Visit hourdetroit.com for more information.

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Impacting Michigan The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. IT TAKES A CITY BOARD LEADERSHIP American Heart Association Southeastern Michigan Board Chair

Sharon L. Gipson, CPA

VP, Enterprise Audit Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

AHA Southeastern Michigan Board Immediate Past President It Takes a City Blood Pressure Subcommittee Chair

AHA Southeastern Michigan Board President It Takes a City CPR Subcommittee Chair

Phillip D. Levy, MD, MPH, FAHA, FACC

Brian J. O¹Neil, M.D., FACEP, FAHA

Edward S. Thomas Endowed Professor of Emergency Medicine and Assistant Vice President for Translational Science and Clinical Research Innovation Wayne State University; Chief Innovation Officer - Wayne Health

Munuswamy Dayanandan Endowed Chair; Edward S. Thomas Endowed Professor Wayne State University, School of Medicine; Department of Emergency Medicine; Specialist In Chief, Detroit Medical Center

HOW YOUR DONATIONS SAVE LIVES Fundraising Mgmt. 9.4% & Gen. 8.7%

Comm. Serv. 7.2%

Prof. Education & Training 25.4%

Through the It Takes a City initiative, the American Heart Association (AHA) of Metro Detroit is targeting two health areas that disproportionately impact Detroiters’ lives— blood pressure management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) education.

Research 20.2% Public Health Education 29.1%

Nationwide, fiscal year 2020-2021 (latest figures available)

The American Heart Association has earned a  rating from Charity Navigator. 11/1/2020 charitynavigator.org

It Takes a City, is made possible thanks to grant dollars and the AHA Board of Directors who are actively engaged and pushing the campaign along in partnership with the AHA staff through activities, workshops, education, and outreach.

GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH New research studies funded in the past 5 years (2017-2021) by the American Heart Association

EFFECTIVE CPR We trained 289,649 Michigan residents in the lifesaving skills of CPR in 2020-21. ADVOCATES FOR HEALTH

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant 2 studies - $308,000

Michigan State University, East Lansing 8 studies - $1,326,866

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 77 studies - $15,902,204

Henry Ford Health System, Detroit 3 studies - $405,482

Michigan Technological University, Houghton 4 studies - $542,748

Van Andel Research Institute, Grand Rapids 1 study - $128,836

• Repeal Tobacco Preemption • Systems of Care Pkg. • Kids Meals

Hope College, Holland 1 study - $154,000

Oakland University, Rochester 5 studies - $678,973

Wayne State University, Detroit 9 studies - $3,486,362

INVESTING IN YOUTH

Lawrence Technological University, Southfield 1 study - $151,734

19,699 Michigan students participated in our Youth Market programs.

Total: 111 studies - $23,085,205

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Behind the Scenes

If you recall the J.L. Hudson Thanksgiving Day Parade, visiting the Children’s Zoo at Belle Isle, taking in a ﬂick at downtown’s Madison Theatre, scarﬁng down a hot-fudge sundae at Sanders, rocking out at the Grande Ballroom, or cheering on the Red Wings at Olympia Stadium, The Way It Was, Part 2 will elicit warm memories of Detroit. This book’s vivid photos and evocative text will take you on a nostalgic journey into the city’s past.

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DINING EDITOR DOROTHY HERNANDEZ invited Editor Kate Walsh to be her guest when she checked out Sylvan Table for possible inclusion as a Best New Restaurant. “I was impressed from the very first look,” Walsh says. “From the restored historic barn, to the landscaping, to the glass-paneled ceiling in the dining room, to the seasonal menu, to the knowledgeable servers, everything was on point and then some.” Hernandez obviously agreed; see page 34 for more.

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“I really like the ambiance of Freya, as well as its open kitchen. As far as trends, the plant-based restaurants have been a nice addition to Detroit. In particular, I like Seva for its options: the General Tso’s cauliflower is one of my favorites.” Nic Antaya is a freelance photographer and photojournalist based in Royal Oak. He specializes in storytelling through documentary photography and portraiture. Outside of photography, he enjoys mountain biking, hiking, camping, and rock climbing.

“Seasons Market & Cafe, if that’s not cheating. You can find great meals from some of Detroit’s top restaurants there, with an eye on sustainability and fair wages. [Regarding trends], I love that we’re finally starting to celebrate a more global approach to food and drink: lower-alcohol cocktails, less animal protein, smaller meals, and more diverse flavor profiles.” Mickey Lyons is a Hamtramck-based journalist and author specializing in the history of drinking culture in Detroit. She covers drinks culture for several local and national outlets. Mickey is currently working on her second book, City on a Still: Detroit During Prohibition.

“Favorite new restaurants: Freya, Sozai, Barda, and the brunch at Supergeil. For trends: What I find to be exciting and important are the progressive conversations and changes taking place in a volatile and backbreaking industry. Concepts like fair and equal wages, benefits.” Detroitbased Jacob Lewkow has been a freelance photographer for 10 years, partnering with companies, brands, and publications on a local to global scale. He appreciates opportunities to learn about, engage with, and have a deeper appreciation for the city and its culture. He thanks his photo assistants Joshua Finck, Lucas Aguera, and Jessi Patuano for their help on “this significant project.”

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PHOTOGRAPHED “THE FUTURE OF FOOD” (PG 46)

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FORGING FUTURES Since taking a shot at their dream 12 years ago, a local couple helps young adults with disabilities achieve their own p. 15

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MADE IN MICHIGAN

TELLING UNTOLD STORIES

Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest park ranger, has retired — but at 101, she’s keeping the conversation going virtually BY LINDSAY KA LTER ILLUSTRATION BY RACHE L I D ZER DA

BETTY REID SOSKIN spent only the first few months of her life in Detroit — but she remembers well the story of what brought her family here from New Orleans. Her father did something to offend a white man (which, in 1917, could have been just about anything) and was given until sundown to leave town. They picked up and moved to Detroit, where her father worked for the Ford plant. In September 1921, Soskin was born at Herman Kiefer Hospital. There began the life of an antiwar activist, musician, business owner, suburban housewife and mother, and, prior to her recent retirement, the oldest active National Park Service ranger in the United States. Soskin assumed the role of ranger at Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, California, when she was 85 years old. A woman of Creole and Cajun background, she told stories of the Black wartime

experience — a perspective sorely missing from the common historical narrative. She suffered a stroke in 2019, which reduced her ranger activity, and formally retired March 31 of this year. But she still gives virtual talks with parkgoers every Thursday. Born Betty Charbonnet, Soskin spent most of her early childhood in New Orleans and then Oakland, California, after her family’s home was destroyed by a hurricane. She was a file clerk during World War II for a segregated union, founded a gospel record store in Berkeley, California, and became vocal in social justice causes through the Unitarian Universalist church. In the ’60s, she sang and songwrote her way through the Civil Rights Movement, a failing marriage, and a deep depression. She has been showered with accolades over the years, including a Woman of the Year title from the California State Legislature, and in 2015 introduced President Barack Obama at the White House tree lighting. From a large chair in her San Francisco Bay Area home, the small-framed, 5-foot-3-inch Soskin shared with Hour Detroit several chapters of her past century, including how she believes the world has changed for women of color.

You’ve spent years telling stories to parkgoers about the role of Black men and women in World War II. What’s a story that has stuck with you? In 1944, there was a naval munitions explosion that killed 320 men and destroyed two ships. Of those 320 people, more than 200 were Black. That was a time when the service was segregated, and Black men were being put in the most danger. The Black men were buried in a segregated military cemetery.

Why did you decide to take on the task of park ranger at the age of 85, after you had already accomplished so much? I had worked as field representative for California State Assemblywomen Dion Aroner and Loni Hancock, and as such I was sitting in on the

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Intriguing findings from researchers across Michigan By Steve Friess DEAD BACTERIA CAN HARM SOIL: We hear a lot about antibiotic resistance in humans and the potential problems it can cause, but such resistance among crops and livestock is leaving them vulnerable to infectious bacteria, which threatens the world’s food supply. Researchers at

Michigan State University say, in a paper published by the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology, that they’ve found that the DNA of dead bacteria in soil may introduce antibiotic resistance to living bacteria. The research team, which included natural sciences professor Sarah Evans, sterilized soil samples and then added living cells of one bacteria strain along with the DNA from dead bacteria known to be antibiotic resistant. “This work demonstrates that dead bacteria … are an

overlooked path to antibiotic resistance,” the team writes. RETHINKING SPERM AGE: Most infertility studies assess the likelihood of pregnancy based, in part, on would-be parents’ ages, but new research at Wayne State University finds the “epigenetic” age of the male contribution may yield accurate predictions. In the study, published in the journal Human Reproduction, lead author J. Richard Pilsner, WSU’s director of molecular genetics and infertility, asserts that a formula that

accounts for genetic and environmental factors is better for assessing the true “biological age” of cells. (Smokers, for instance, have sperm with significantly higher epigenetic ages.) “The ability to capture the biological age of sperm may provide a novel platform to better assess the male contribution to reproductive success, especially among infertile couples,” Pilsner says. Knowing whether the sperm is epigenetically “old” would allow couples “to realize their probability of achieving pregnancy during

natural intercourse, thereby informing and expediting potential infertility treatment decisions,” he says. THE MITTEN AND THE BLACK HOLE: Behind the image nationally publicized in May of a blurry, glowing, orange-y “supermassive black hole” at the center of the Milky Way galaxy is a lesser-known Michigan connection. University of Michigan researcher Mark Reynolds was on the “multi-wavelength team” of scientists who helped NASA

identify energy emissions from what is known as Sagittarius A*, captured by the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT). “The resulting data will have amazing value to the accretion physics community, and the image is a sight to behold,” Reynolds says. “To take part in this historic EHT campaign and unveil the supermassive black hole in our galactic backyard … is an amazing scientific achievement.” Some 300 researchers from around the world worked for five years to obtain the image that made headlines.

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Rising Stars Academy student Jared Ivey rehearses for his role as The Prince in the school's production of When Fairy Tales Collide.

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Reach for the Stars Rising Stars Academy helps young adults with disabilities achieve their highest potential BY ASHLEY W I NN | PH OT O S BY NI C A NTAYA

“WHAT WOULD YOU DO if you could do anything? If money were no object?” It’s a question most of us would have to sit with for a while — but not Mark and Deborah Prentiss. Twelve years ago, while the pair were working as a chef and an educator, respectively, they were lounging in the office of a longtime attorney friend, chatting, when he asked them exactly that. Without hesitation, they answered that they’d create an establishment dedicated to offering training and job opportunities for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Whimsically, they described their hypothetical venture and its goal of helping these individuals maintain employment and independence. The lawyer, intrigued, began floating suggestions. One was opening a charter school. Two hours later, what began as vague musings had become a concrete plan. The following day, the Prentisses returned to meet with a Michigan Department of Education representative, who handed them a grant application. Three years later, in the fall of 2013, they launched Rising Stars Academy — a postsecondary charter school in Center Line that provides handson career prep for students between 18 and 26. That first semester, the institution enrolled 26 students and offered programming in corrective reading, math, and culinary arts. The academy now trains 115 students for careers in a range of industries. Program offerings include urban farming, studio recording, food processing, fiber arts, retail, pottery, and baking. One of the school’s more recent additions is a robotics program that launched in 2020 and allows participants to compete with their K-12 counterparts from across the nation. “Over the years, we learned to diversify, because that allows us to offer more opportunities to more folks,” Mark says. In fact, they’re already eyeing several new programs. It is a constant quest for expansion, but luckily, the Prentisses have an indelible source of motivation. “It’s our kids,” Mark says. “The things they achieve are incredible, and people don’t give them enough credit.” Deborah points to one experience that sums it all up: “Each fall, we hold the Open House Culinary Showcase, where students show off their skills,” she says. “It’s always so rewarding to watch the parents see what their kids can do. And, in tears, they say, ‘I never knew my kid could do that.’” Rising Stars Academy is currently accepting students for the 2022-23 school year. For a virtual tour, as well as enrollment and donation information, visit rising-starsacademy.org.

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Mark and Deborah Prentiss co-founded the charter school Rising Stars Academy in September of 2013. At the time, the school offered just three areas of study: culinary arts, corrective reading, and mathematics. Nearly 10 years later, it teaches a variety of workforce readiness skills in fields like urban farming, studio recording, food processing, fiber arts, retail, and pottery. 

Among the lively works of art that adorn much of the Center Line facilty is a an eyecatching mural featured on the wall of one of the school's main hallways. It is an assemblage of brightly colored portraits depicting more than 350 Rising Stars Academy students. 

 Cherilyn Wyckstandt (left) portrays Gretel and Garrett Baur portrays Hansel in a rehearsal for the play When Fairy Tales Collide, which will be performed in front of Rising Stars students, friends, and family members. The performance is the culmination of the academy's five-week elective theater course.

(From left) Crystal Foster cuts dry-aged steak as Ezekiel Ostroski and Ashton Moy watch, during the advanced cooking class. The culinary program, which was among the academy's original curriculum, remains one of its most popular. It even operates a studentstaffed bakery that services about 70 metro Detroit eating establishments, including Green Dot Stables, Townhouse, and Grey Ghost. 

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 Evan Whitehead (left) and Alexis Becker tend to plants during the aquaponics class. Students participating in this program are taught how to employ the aquaponics system to grow and harvest plants for use in food preparation.

Volunteer Mary Jackman (left) and student Peter Merenda work on a loom in Rising Stars Academy’s fiber arts room. The school operates with the help of 20 paid staff members, but local companies, such as General Motors and Keller Williams, have been known to send groups of volunteers to help out on occasion as part of special charity initiatives. 

 Peter Lafata sands a piece of wood during the DIY class, which imparts to students all manner of woodworking skills, including cutting, sanding, nailing, gluing, and painting. Throughout the course, students utilize their newfound handiness to fashion items ranging from tables, shelves, and Adirondack chairs to plant boxes, charcuterie boards,and works of garden art.

 Hailey Kersheske (second from right) and Eboni Moses (right) operate a robot during a robotics team meeting while their teammates look on. Formed in 2020, the team participated this year in its first robotics competition, where its members were honored with the judges’ award for hardestworking team.

 Cherilyn Wyckstandt (left) and Josh Kowalski eat lunch in the cafeteria among some of their Rising Stars Academy peers. When the school kicked off its first semester in the fall of 2013, its pupils numbered just 26. It has since grown to serve a student population of 115.

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THE ONGOING SPIKE in homicides across the nation has reduced the 2020 rally cry of “Defund the Police” to a political punch line. Nobody but the most strident progressive says that anymore, and President Joe Biden nailed the coffin shut on the concept with one line of his 2022 State of the Union address: “The answer is to fund the police with the resources and training they need to protect our communities.” In Ann Arbor, though, the debate is still very much alive. An effort is underway to launch an experiment in which some emergency calls would elicit a response not from officers with guns but by unarmed crisis intervention experts — possibly unconnected to police. The City Council in April allocated $3.5 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to “unarmed response,” a nebulous term that the city administration is still working to define. The big question: Will that mean a parallel emergency response system with an alternative number to 911, staffed by non-police and unaffiliated with law enforcement? Or will it be an expansion of a first-in-Michigan program in which 911 dispatchers send out social workers from Washtenaw County Community Mental Health, or CMH, as first responders on some nonviolent mental health-related calls in which an armed response is unnecessary? “An unarmed response is not a true unarmed response unless it is unarmed non-police,” says Hoai An Pham, an organizer for the Coalition for Re-Envisioning Our Safety (CROS), the central grassroots group pushing for an alternative system. “Our hope is that the program that is selected will be aligned with our values.”

What’s more, a parallel system is needed because many people in marginalized communities fear the police, according to Paul Fleming, a professor of health behavior and health education at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. “There are certain folks in our community who distrust the police, so it’s important for those folks that they have a resource they can rely on,” Fleming, also a member of CROS, says. “Trust is a really big piece of any kind of new response program. I’m specifically talking about a nonpolice, unarmed response program. Its employees do not carry guns and respond to incidents that are occurring in their community.” Yet the idea of a program of crisis response that is completely unconnected from the 911 emergency system is troubling to Washtenaw County Sheriff Jerry Clayton. Clayton was a driver of the millage supporting the program that sends CMH personnel on 911 calls. In Washtenaw County, all police calls are handled by the county’s dispatch system. “There have been situations where, in the original call, nobody had a weapon,” Clayton says. COMMUNITY “Nobody was in danger. Nobody was being threatened. So it would fit the criteria and we’ll just send a clinician, but then, all of a sudden, it starts to escalate, and by the time the clinician gets there, you now need a police officer. So that’s always going to be the possibility. There might be the time where that clinician arrives and they have to disengage and wait for the police to come before Ann Arbor may be on the cusp they can reengage.” of a parallel system where crisis Pham and Wyche point to support for their intervention experts, not cops, concept from City Administrator Milton Dohoney respond to some calls and Ann Arbor Police Chief Mike Cox, who have both been supportive of dedicating more BY STEVE FRIESS ILLUSTRATION BY JAMES HEIMER resources to diverting nonviolent calls away from armed police. But in all their public statements, they never suggest an entirely different dispatch center and a complete detachment from law That still remains to be seen. The city has put enforcement. In a December report to the council out a request for proposal, and the City Council recommending the $3.5 million allocation, for will need to make a decision sometime this year. instance, Dohoney recommended they work with CROS envisions running a parallel system that CMH for mental health calls (as the county would cost $3 million a year, money the activists already does) and, for other types of calls, design say could come from the police budget given that their work would mean police officers would not be a program involving CROS that “complements the work of CMH and the sheriff” while responding to as many calls. continuing to route calls through 911. The Rev. Donnell Wyche, another CROS leader CROS, however, is done waiting for Ann Arbor and senior pastor at Vineyard Church Ann Arbor, posits the scenario of a neighbor dispute over, say, a to create the program it hopes to see. In May, the fence. “There’s no number to call to get someone to group announced it would be launching the unarmed non-police response program it envisions help you and your neighbor deescalate the with or without the city’s support and is seeking argument,” he says. “The police aren’t going to be funding for the effort from both the government able to help you. [CMH] isn’t going to help you. So and nonprofit sectors. where do you go? When we imagine what an “We want to be able to hire and train people to unarmed non-police public safety response program be leading street teams,” Pham says. “So we’re looks like, we want one that could handle calls like committed to whatever investment is needed — that. That doesn’t exist in our county. Right now, there’s nobody you could call to help you with that.” whether that comes from the city or not.”

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In 2021, Gore made Inc.’s Female Founders 100 list for her supplement company, Body Complete Rx. 

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‘MY CUSTOMERS LOOK LIKE ME’ Entrepreneur Samia Gore’s plant-based supplement company is helping folks all across the country with their wellness journeys BY PARIS GILES

SAMIA GORE wasn’t an entrepreneurial shark out for blood — she was just a mom of four who’d lost more than 100 pounds and wanted to share what she’d learned with others. As it happened, in 2017, the native Detroiter founded Body Complete Rx, and in August 2021, her venture became the first Black womanowned supplement and wellness company to launch at The Vitamin Shoppe, in the retailer’s weight management category. Currently, Gore’s products are on shelves at more than 700 locations nationwide. During her weight loss journey, Gore says, she discovered that the key to success was not any one product or diet but an overall lifestyle adjustment, which for her includes working out regularly and drinking plenty of water. “That’s something that is really important for me and my brand that we

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communicate. Our products are aids, and they help you, but they’re not the end-all, be-all,” she says. “The ultimate goal is that we foster and create healthy habits in our lives.” With help from certified holistic nutritionist and plant-based advocate Ruby Lathon, Gore first introduced an array of plant-based weight loss supplements — dubbed the Trim line — designed to boost energy, suppress appetite, and speed metabolism. Most recently, the brand debuted its Nourish line of protein powders in several flavors, which boast 20 grams of protein and a proprietary blend of beet root and sweet potato. Beet root is associated with improved blood flow, lower blood pressure, and increased exercise performance, while the antioxidants in sweet potato promote gut health, support healthy vision and brain function, and may even protect against certain cancers.

It’s clear after just a minute or two on the Body Complete Rx website that what they’re selling is not the bro-y vibe that one might stereotypically associate with supplements and protein powders. This wellness brand is created for women. “My customers look like me,” Gore says. “They’re moms, women ages 25 to 60, typically on a health journey and looking to really just create a better lifestyle for themselves.” Still, and of course, all are welcome. Gore earned her master’s in business from Central Michigan University and prior to entrepreneurship spent most of her career working for the federal government in the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she thought she’d eventually retire. “I definitely didn’t foresee this for myself and my life. But I’m a strong faith-based person, and I believe that God puts you in places and spaces that he sees fit for you to be in. So, I’m just embracing it.” Starting out, she didn’t realize how crowded the supplement arena was, but she says it probably served her early confidence well in a sort of “ignorance is bliss” way. As she learned more about the industry, Gore noticed that although health food store shelves are chock-full of this powder or that capsule, the space is severely underrepresented. Being able to offer the first Black woman-owned brand in the The Vitamin Shoppe’s protein category meant a lot to her. “I know that sitting next to me on the shelves are brands that have been there for many, many years now, bringing in many, many dollars. And so I’m grateful to The Vitamin Shoppe for even giving us an opportunity to be there and to expand our brand in that way,” she says. For Gore, though, it’s about more than monetary success. “That’s all great, but my personal goal is really to change lives.” She hopes that Body Complete Rx “continues to make our customers feel good, look good, and experience what it’s like to just really live life to the fullest.” Find Body Complete Rx at bodycompleterx.com and at The Vitamin Shoppe locations nationwide. PORTRAIT COURTESY OF SAMIA GORE PRODUCT NATHAN BOLSTER

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IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS Photographer and medical student Veesh Swamy is carving his own paths in fashion, science, and the arts

“My style is refined, with a distinctive attention to detail.” —VEESH SWAMY

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Swamy is wearing a Stetson hat, shirt, and jacket from Suitsupply, Zanella trousers, a Canali knit tie, Dr. Martens loafers, a 1990s Rado watch he received as a gift from his grandfather, and a vintage ring from his grandmother.

NO DETAIL IS OVERLOOKED by Veesh Swamy. Not when it comes to his fascination with menswear and impeccable tailoring. Not in his work as an internationally published fashion photographer. And definitely not in his studies at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, where he’s a couple of years shy of obtaining his doctor of medicine. How do fashion, photography, and science intersect? The 25-year-old Flint native says all three mediums can be used as vehicles to tell and receive stories. And he’s done just that through various projects and experiences: studying fashion design in France; photographing the Cynthia Rowley and Alessandro Trincone shows at New York Fashion Week and Pitti Uomo, a prestigious menswear trade show, in Italy; and documenting Detroit residents’ relationship to health care and medicine via a photo story he created shortly after completing his undergraduate studies. Swamy is aiming for a career in reconstructive surgery, a field, he says, that will allow him to restore the physical and emotional well-being of oth-

ers — just like the arts can do. Here, the Grand Rapids resident tells us about what goes into his dapper looks and more. My personal style is … Refined, with a distinctive attention to detail. My go-to look: It often involves a pair of very well-tailored trousers (mostly high-waisted trousers), a pair of very good loafers (usually black), and most likely a sports jacket or a blazer that specifically has wider lapels. Whether that’s with a shirt, without a shirt, a T-shirt, a tank top. My favorite shops and brands: Suitsupply, COS, and Reiss for everyday essentials. When I look towards finding interesting, unique items, I like to find smaller brands that have a strong sense of heritage and precision. Although I don’t have items from all of these places, they are designers/brands with whom I’ve spoken [with and] learned from their work; they include G. Inglese by Angelo Inglese, Abasi Rosborough, and Zanella. And for the best lapel pins: My Boutonnière by Antoinette Petruccelli. I can’t leave the house without … A little spritz of cologne. I like to mix it up. Usually, if it’s [nighttime], I wear Green Irish

Tweed from the brand Creed. And then I recently started wearing a kind of daytime cologne, which is Montblanc Explorer from Montblanc. Colognes and perfumes are extremely important [to me], and it’s probably due to my mother and grandfather being quite particular about their scents. The most important thing I’ve ever photographed: A personal project that I did called “Documenting the Health Care Inequities in Detroit.” … It was very much so a photo documentary project, to see what is people’s relationship with their health care that they receive and what is people’s relationship to medicine. Just talking to random people that I ran into in different parts of Detroit, … I learned so much on what needs to be done for our community. And as someone who is planning to go into medicine, it was very important for me to see those things through my art medium. My style philosophy: 100 percent attention to detail. And those details have to matter to you. Because you can do whatever you want, but as long as they mean something to you — that is the important part. Check out Swamy’s work at veeshswamy.com. AU G U ST 2 0 2 2

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 Planter’s punch: The Brimmers hired Gerych’s, a florist and event planner in Fenton, to design the succulent planters that hang on the pergola slats. “I wanted plants reminiscent of that desert-y, Palm Springs look,” Andrea says.

 Pergola perfection: “I wanted something modern that would sit well with the aesthetic of the house,” owner Andrea Brimmer says. She designed a small space surrounded by wood-slatted walls and ceiling, which allow a lot of light in but also keep the area semi-shaded. “I had it painted black, as opposed to staining it, to go with the home’s

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IF THE MAD MEN SET DESIGNERS ever needed a metro Detroit location during the show’s nearly eight-year run, they could have knocked on the door of Andrea and Mark Brimmers’ home in Fenton. Their entire home features midcentury modern sensibilities, from the kitchen’s yellow Smeg oven to the aqua Weber grill on the patio. The Brimmers — Mark is a football coach at Walled Lake Northern High School and Andrea is chief marketing and public relations officer at Ally — are passionate about midcentury style, which denotes a time ranging from about the late 1930s to the late 1960s. The couple have come to evoke both the style and the spirit of that era. “We found property on Lake Ponemah, and that gave us the opportunity to build the home we always wanted,” Andrea says. Built in 2020, the house was designed by Karl Jasinski Designs of Sarasota, Florida. The Brimmers called on interior designer and midcentury modern style lover Elin Walters of Exactly Designs in Ann Arbor to help them create an outdoor entertaining space with orderly lines, practical elements, and pops of cheerful colors. “It got bigger and bigger as we got going,” Walters says. Located on 2 acres, the Brimmer home features 200 feet of lake frontage, a pool and deck, a pergola/lounge area, and more. This is the place to be during summer. Here’s how the ultramodern exterior — infused with elements of California design and aesthetic — came together.

 Grounded in style: In the pergola area (top) and extending to the side of the house, large square pavers create a parterre look with bright green artificial turf between the slabs, helping to retain the clean-lined appearance. All the landscaping on the property was designed and is maintained by Matt Shaker of Superior Lawn & Landscape in Fenton.

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“We found property on Lake Ponemah, and that gave us the opportunity to build the home we always wanted.” —ANDREA BRIMMER

 Cool cooler: A cooler in the shape of a classic woody (woodbodied station wagon) adds additional whimsy to the space. The couple purchased it at a small store in Tennessee.

 Soak it up: The soaking pool measures 10 by 12 feet. “We didn’t want to do something overly big; we just wanted a happy place,” Andrea says. “We’ve got nine speakers out here, so you get in the pool, listen to music.” The pool’s midcentury-style liner has a mosaic bubble design. The speakers are by Stealth Acoustics and installed by Ross Roach of Roseville-based Left Side AV.”

 Warm-ups: “Since we’re in Michigan on a lake, we decided to include warmer tones than you might see on the West Coast and its midcentury look. So, on the exterior, it’s olives, browns, beiges,” Andrea says. “Then the bright pops of color in the furnishings are the calling cards of what we love in California.”

 Furnishing a look: The furniture inside the pergola is from shopthenovogratz.com, while the pool-deck seating is from H3K Home & Design, located in Palm Springs.

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Jocelyn Ho in front of the living plant wall at Rare Plant Fairy’s showroom. She is holding her own unreleased cultivar: monstera deliciosa fairy dust. 

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Check out Rare Plant Fairy’s next event On Aug. 13, Rare Plant Fairy, Ecuador-based Ecuagenera, and 20 local plant vendors will participate in Plant Swap & Social Detroit’s latest popup. Attendees can enjoy barbecue and live music and shop for indoor tropical plants. $5. Amore de Roma, 3401 Riopelle St., Detroit; facebook.com/ plantswapand socialdetroit

Jocelyn Ho has found success cultivating and selling rare tropical plants right here in Detroit BY RACHAEL THOMAS PHOTO BY HAYDEN STINEBAUGH

JOCELYN HO is determined to become the best rare plant supplier in Michigan. While she admits that’s a pretty big goal, she’s already off to a good start. Her business, Rare Plant Fairy, is the only one of its kind in Detroit. Through it, Ho grows and sells more than 100 rare and exotic houseplant species — including monsteras, philodendrons, alocasias, and more — sought after by local, national, and even international collectors. It all started in April 2020 when Ho, who grew African violets as a child in her native Hong Kong and continued to nurture both rare and common plants over the years, needed to sell some of her rare plants to free up space in her and her husband’s downtown Detroit apartment. One weekend, she decided to list a few of them for sale on Facebook Marketplace. She made $1,000. “That was the seed money for the business,” Ho, 37, says. Like many people during the first wave of COVID-19 lockdowns, she was at home with plenty of time on her hands. So, why not turn a longtime hobby into a business? In the months after those successful sales on Facebook, Ho came up with a name for her business, registered for sole proprietorship, and listed about 50 rare and common plants for sale on Facebook. Rare Plant Fairy quickly developed a loyal fan base of customers from around the country. “Things were going really well,” recalls Ho, who studied botany and plant physiology at the University of Toronto. She found her niche in rare plant varieties with variegated leaves and has become known for her monsteras — her favorite genus, hence the monstera leaf in the business’s logo — particularly the monstera deliciosa variety called Thai constellation. Prior to launching her website earlier this year, Ho would post every Friday on Facebook, selling hard-to-find plants like the philodendron pink princess, known for its pretty pink pigmentation; the aglaonema pictum tricolor, a plant with a camouflage-type pattern featuring

three different shades of green; and anthurium crystallinum, a dark green plant with striking white veins, to name a few. The average price for a plant is around $200 — however, there are many offerings for $100 and less. The most avid collectors looking for especially rare finds should be prepared to pay thousands; at press time, a variegated philodendron billietiae was the priciest offering available, listed online for $16,000. “They’re valued at almost $2,000 per leaf,” Ho says. In April 2021, Ho and her husband, Sean O’Neill, moved Rare Plant Fairy out of their home and into a former truck warehouse in Detroit’s Islandview neighborhood. They turned the 2,000-square-foot space into a temperature- and humidity-controlled nursery. This past March, Ho opened a showroom within the nursery to hold consultations with customers by appointment. “I didn’t really want to have like a traditional storefront on a strip mall,” Ho says. “Opening the showroom, that is really for fun and to meet the

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community.” As soon as folks walk into the space, they’re greeted by a permanent living plant wall mostly comprising anthuriums from South America. Most of the nursery is designated to the plants, of course; tiered shelves, terrariums, and makeshift greenhouses contain strawberry shake philodendrons, variegated banana trees, begonia feroxes (known for the soft spikes on their leaves), monstera albos, and much more. Ho even “makes” her own plants by cross-breeding plants. The nursery is 100 percent powered by solar and wind energy through DTE Energy’s MIGreenPower renewable energy program. Rare Plant Fairy has had customers from every state and has reeled in international clients hailing from Dubai, Thailand, and France. The business wholesales to more than 100 brick-andmortar shops around the U.S., including many in Michigan. Locally, Ho has held plant giveaways and pop-ups with other local plant vendors. As Rare Plant Fairy continues to grow, she hopes to continue building up the city’s rare plant scene. “I really want to build a whole industry for Detroit,” Ho says, adding that the owners of several local businesses she wholesales to have been able to quit their jobs and sell plants full time, just from reselling her plants. “I think that is kind of materializing.” If that’s not a measure of growth, we don’t know what is. Rare Plant Fairy, 1111 Bellevue St., Detroit; rareplantfairy.com

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WINES BRUT Mumm Brut Prestige Jam Cellars Toast Brut Sparkling CABERNET SAUVIGNON 100 Nails Ranch Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Four Virtues Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon Daou Cabernet Sauvignon High Heaven Vin Majes Pine Cab Guarachi Cabernet Sauvignon Tenshen Cabernet Sauvignon Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Rita Hills Medalla Real Gold Medal Cabernet Sauvignon Justin Cabernet Sauvignon Frey Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Maddalena Cabernet Sauvignon Jam Cellars Butter Cabernet Sauvignon Serial Cabernet Sauvignon Three Finger Jack East Side Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon John Anthony Cabernet Sauvignon

CHIANTI Castello d’Albola Chianti Classico

CAMELOT MEAD WINE

Monsanto Chianti Riserva

Oliver Camelot Mead Honey Wine

Frescobaldi Perano Chianti Classico

CAMPO VIEJO

COCKTAIL WINES

Campo Viejo Reserva

Rancho La Gloria AgaVida Green Apple Rancho La Gloria AgaVida Mango

CHAMPAGNE

Rancho La Gloria AgaVida Peach

Alfred Gratien Brut Champagne FUSION CHARDONNAY

Stella Rosa Organic Orange Fusion

Burgdorf’s Winery Chardonnay Reserve Stillman Street Sonoma County Chardonnay

GARNACHA

Sonoma-Cutrer The Cutrer Chardonnay

Castillo De Monseran Garnacha

Landmark Overlook Chardonnay Maddalena Chardonnay

ICE

Jam Cellars Butter Chardonnay

Burgdorf’s Winery Vidal Blanc Ice Wine

Daou Chardonnay

Two K Farms Heirloom Ice Cider

Bien Nacido Estate Chardonnay Scott Family Chardonnay

MALBEC

Sonoma-Cutrer Les Pierres Chardonnay

Achaval-Ferrer Mendoza Malbec Kaiken Indomito Malbec

AU CONTRAIRE CHARDONNAY

Proemio Reserve Malbec

Sun & Rain Organic Chardonnay

Kaiken Reserve Malbec

Sonoma-Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay MERLOT CHARENTES

Charamar Collection Merlot

Reviseur Pineau des Charentes

Cogdal Vineyards Merlot

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MOSCATO

Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Lemonade Stand Moscato

Scott Family Arryo Pinot Noir Estate

Oliver Blueberry Moscato

Charamar Collection Pinot Noir

Oliver Cherry Moscato

Detroit Vineyards La Poineé de main Pinot Noir

Oliver Lemon Moscato PORT 20 YR TAWNY PINOT BL ANC

Sandeman Port 20 Yr Tawny

J. Wilkes Santa Maria Valley Pinot Blanc PROSECCO PINOT GRIGIO

Castello Del Poggio Prosecco Demi-Sec

Castello Del Poggio Pinot Grigio

Moletto Prosecco

Chateau Chantal Pinot Grigio

Korbel Prosecco D.O.C.

Bottega Vinaia Pinot Grigio

Kylie Minogue Prosecco Rose

Mari Vineyards Bestiary Ramato

Moletto Prosecco Rose Extra Dry

Soul Squeeze Cellars Good Fight Pinot Gris

Mionetto Vald Prosecco D.O.C.G.

PINOT NOIR

RED

Optik Solmn Hills Pinot Noir

II Palagio Roxanne Red

Zac Brown Uncaged Pinot Noir

Frey Vineyards Natural Red

Diora La Petit Grace Monterey Pinot Noir

Oliver Sweet Red

Landmark Overlook Pinot Noir

Frey Agriculturist Organic Red

Highlands 41 Pinot Noir

Marques De Riscal Reserva Red

Weather Pinot Noir

Peninsula Cellars Old School Red

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Burgdorf’s Winery Marquette Reserve

Chateau de Bligny Rose Brut

Little Man Winery Vision Private Selection

Diora La Belle Fete Rose Pinot Noir

Lake Michigan Vintners Blaufrankisch

Tuscan Kiss Rosé

Lake Michigan Vintners Cabernet Franc

Soul Squeeze Cellars Dr. RedTail Cabernet Franc

Mari Vineyards Troglodyte Rosso Mari Vineyards Gamay Noir

SAUVIGNON BLANC

Soul Squeeze Cellars Good Friend Pinot Meunier

Butternut Sauvignon Blanc

Soul Squeeze Cellars Beautiful Feet Syrah

Zac Brown Uncaged Sauvignon Blanc Justin Sauvignon Blanc

RED BLEND

Rapaura Springs Classic Sauvignon Blanc

Achaval-Ferrer Quimera Red Blend

Daou Sauvignon Blanc

Arinzano Hacienda Red

Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc

Smashberry Red Wine

Charamar Collection Sauvignon Blanc

Round Hill Red Blend

Lake Michigan Vintners Sauvignon Blanc

Rauzan Chateau Haut-Mazieres Red Blend Justin Isosceles Red Blend

SHIRAZ

Peninsula Cellars Detention

Torbreck Woodcutters Shiraz

Highlands 41 Black Granite Red Daou Pessimist Red Blend

WHITE

Pertinace Barbera D’Alba

Peninsula Cellars Old School White

Silk & Spice Portuguese Red Blend

Burgdorf’s Winery Traminette

Fenn Valley Vineyards Meritage, Cabernet

Charamar Collection Gewurztraminer

Fenn Valley Vineyards Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Detroit Vineyards Woodward and Vine Marsanne

Fenn Valley Vineyards Traminette

Detroit Vineyards Woodward and Vine Sauvage

Fenn Valley Vineyards Cabaret Rose,

Mari Vineyards Troglodyte Bianco

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Soul Squeeze Cellars Better Angel Gruner Veltliner

Mari Vineyards Prosperpina

Two K Farms Macoun Single Varietal Cider

RIESLING

WHITE BLEND

Schmitt Sohne Dry Riesling

Arinzano Hacienda White

High Heaven Vintners Starshower Riesling

Frey Vineyards Natural White

Schloss Vollrads Estate Riesling Kabinett

Batasiolo Gavi Cortese

Chateau Chantal Riesling Late Harvest

Charamar Collection Woodstock #2

Cogdal Vineyards Dry Riesling Mari Vineyards Scriptorium Riesling

WHITE BORDEAUX

Soul Squeeze Cellars Rapt Riesling

Fleur White Bordeaux Enrtr-Deux-Mer

Two K Farms Estate Riesling WINE WATER ROSE

Boutique Rose Wine Water

Mateus Dry Rose

Boutique Sauvignon Blanc Wine Water

Chateau Chantal Sweet Amour Rose

Sandbar Wine Water Fruit Punch

Lemonade Stand Strawberry Lemonade Rose

Sandbar Wine Water Tropical Punch

Arinzano Rose Sonoma-Cutrer Pinot Noir Rose

ZINFANDEL

The Pale Rose by Sacha Lichine

Four Virtues Bourbon Barrel

Justin Central Coast Rose Daou Rose

Aged Zinfandel Kenwood Jack London Zinfandel

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Supergeil brings the vibe and energy of the Kreuzberg district in Berlin, an area known for its vibrant nightlife and artistic culture, to Detroit’s Corktown.

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T H E PA S T Y E A R S AW S O M E FA M I L I A R N A M E S E X PA N D I N G OR EMBARKING ON NEW CU L I N A RY A DV E N T U R ES AS WELL AS NEWCOMERS BRINGING SOMETHING FRESH A N D I N N O VAT I V E T O T H E A R E A’ S D I N I N G S C E N E

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From Freya, Top: Roasted mushroom Middle: Vegan tomato, red pepper coulis Bottom: Sockeye salmon

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BAOBAB FA R E When Hamissi Mamba and Nadia Nijimbere set out to open an East African restaurant in Detroit, “we didn’t know what we were doing,” says Mamba, who worked in sales and marketing, while Nijimbere was a human rights worker. Though the refugees from Burundi were navigating the same bureaucracy and complicated systems that go with opening a restaurant that other owners encounter, an added challenge was they didn’t see many refugee-led restaurants that not only served the food of their homeland but provided opportunities for people who looked like them. Pop-ups in 2017 helped them build a loyal following, and in February 2021, they had soft openings with limited dinner seatings and takeout, with the grand opening in April. Many diners today don’t trust where their food comes from, Mamba says. They want to know who is making the food, and that’s the need that Baobab Fare fills. “We try to build the relationship between food and people and build trust. That was a need which was there.” Menu items include satisfying scratch-made samaki, flash-fried fish cooked with peppers and garnished with onions, plantains, yellow beans, and rice; mbuzi, slow-roasted goat shank, a Burundian staple; and the signature nyumbani, tender beef that’s been braised for five hours in tomato sauce. The hearty portions are accompanied by vegetables like a fresh corn salad or peanut-stewed spinach as well as yellow beans and rice. As restaurants started to reopen after the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, first at half capacity, Mamba says business was booming, but much like restaurants in Detroit and beyond, Baobab Fare “didn’t have enough people in the kitchen.” But they knew they had to stay focused and be patient to keep going with what they had worked so hard to build. The clientele of Baobab Fare is diverse, Mamba says. “You come to the restaurant, and you see everybody — all genders, every ethnic group, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, Black, Asian, African. That’s what I love. … Honestly, my fear when I started [was] like, ‘Who’s going to come eat this food?’ And then you can see the power of food to bring people [from all walks of life] to the room. It’s amazing.” As restaurateurs, he says, he and Nijimbere feel a responsibility to give back to the community. “We can now help people,” he says. On Mondays, when they are closed, they offer up the space to other small businesses and pop-ups like Konjo Me, owned and operated by Helina Melaku, an Ethiopian immigrant. “So then they can pop up; they can start building their own community.” Looking ahead to their own future, Mamba

Top: Samaki (flash-fried fish) with fresh corn salad, stewed yellow beans, plantains, and coconut rice. Bottom: Intore (eggplant stew) with yellow beans, fried plantains, and spiced rice pilau .

L and Nijimbere have started working on the retail side of the business, including their line of passion fruit drinks and coffee. And even though Baobab Fare is just a little bit over a year old, they’re already thinking of expanding to a second location. It will be the same concept, scratchmade and healthy East African fare, but the goal for the next spot is to empower the manager to own it, to be the role models for a new generation of restaurateurs that they had hoped to see when they were coming up. 6568 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-265-3093; baobabfare.com

Baobab Fare owners Hamissi Mamba and Nadia Nijimbere aim to give back and help cultivate the next generation of restaurant owners by opening their space to fledging restaurant pop-ups.

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From top: Pork tomahawk with pickled green tomato salsa criolla; scallop ceviche; glazed beets with ajoblanco

Like many restaurateurs, Ignacio Gerson and Javier Bardauil had a hard time finding workers for their new restaurant, Barda, when they were preparing to open last year. So they built a team with diverse talents, passionate individuals who were willing to put in the work in the restaurant, which focuses on Argentine cuisine that showcases the country’s rich culinary diversity beyond the steakhouse. “We were having these fitness classes from the cook who was a personal trainer, and then the photos for our social media were from another cook who was a photographer,” Gerson says. Bardauil, a chef with an impressive culinary resume that includes working with renowned Argentine chef Francis Mallmann, adds, “That was the crew. People who never worked in a restaurant before. That was amazing. … That team brought us here.” “Here” as in being chosen as a finalist for this year’s James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant, which recognized an establishment that opened in 2020 or 2021. “We have 80 percent of that first team still with us,” Gerson says. “We’re proud of that because, [for employees], it creates a feeling that being at the restaurant is like being at home.” Gerson and Bardauil, childhood friends from Buenos Aires, long dreamt of opening a restaurant together. When Gerson moved to

Michigan in 2016 after his wife accepted a new job, he visited the city and saw the potential to bring an Argentinian restaurant to Detroit. “I didn’t see any kind of representation for our culture,” Gerson says, noting the large Mexican community but lack of representation for Latin America in general. “So I called [Bardauil], and I said, ‘Remember that dream we had back then? I think I found the place.’” Barda took over the space formerly occupied by Magnet and carried on the wood-fired concept through the lens of Argentine cuisine, which is heavily influenced by Spanish and Italian flavors. “All these immigrants coming from Europe created this amazing fusion,” Gerson says, adding that Argentinian restaurants are not just barbecue joints. When European immigrants came to Argentina, they melded techniques from their home countries with Argentine food. That fusion is what they’re showcasing at Barda.

The many cultural influences can be seen in dishes like the roasted cauliflower, which is bathed in a traditional Piedmontese bagna cauda. Bardauil also takes inspiration from other South American countries, as demonstrated in dishes such as the Peruvian potatoes with huancaína sauce and the Peruvian tiradito, scallop with corn and habanero tiger milk. The menu is also driven by the seasons. “I don’t know what’s gonna be next. I don’t have a clue,” he says. The constant at Barda is the foundation of its cooking: the wood-fired oven where Bardauil and his team employ ancestral methods of Patagonian cooking to create dishes like the Carne y Hueso (“flesh and bone”), creating an interesting interplay of raw (beef tartare) and cooked (bone marrow); a juicy pork tomahawk; and a hefty short rib. Fire also figures prominently in the desserts, such as the Burnt Alaska. A little over a year since launching Barda, Gerson and Bardauil are already looking ahead, toward more destinations in Core City. But more on that in a future issue. 4842 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-952-5182; bardadetroit.com

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Housed in an 1880s-era barn, The Dixboro Project in Ann Arbor is three dining concepts in one: The Boro Dining Room & Bar, where you can sip on a wide assortment of whiskeys and mezcals before partaking in Bolognese and N.Y. strip; The Boro To Go, the outdoor deck that serves up wood-fired pizza and beer; and Dixboro House, a place to indulge in a super luxe tasting menu that begins with caviar and hors d’oeuvres and ends with a dessert spread. The experience is unlike anything else, says Louis Maldonado, chef and partner of The Pulpo Group, which comprises The Dixboro Project, as well as Ann Arbor’s Sava’s and Aventura. Maldonado — who was born and raised in California and has worked in several acclaimed kitchens including The French Laundry and Cortez, which earned a Michelin star while he was there — says he started looking for new opportunities when life in the Golden State was becoming unsustainable for him and his family financially. That’s when he saw an ad for The Dixboro Project. He applied, but the timing wasn’t quite right. Then about three years later, Sava Farah, the CEO of The Pulpo Group, reached out. A week later, he was visiting Ann Arbor, and a month later, he was moving out to Michigan. That was March 1, 2020. “And my first project honestly was shutting down the restaurants,” Maldonado says.

While it was frustrating to the new Michigan resident to suddenly not have a restaurant to work in, he says the shutdowns gave him and Farah time to reimagine the venue. The halting of construction on the property led them to create the three distinct concepts. “That’s when we decided to make the separation of The Boro, which is our more day-today dining,” Maldonado says, “and then Dixboro House being tasting-menu only.” The property itself has been home to a restaurant for more than 100 years. Former establishments include The Farm Cupboard, which was famous for its fried chicken dinners and Sunday suppers, and The Lord Fox in the 1950s and Roger Monk’s, which closed in 2016. Maldonado wants to be the next steward to build on the legacy. “Career-wise, [The Dixboro Project] is what I’ve been aiming for,” Maldonado says. “That’s what I wanted to be involved with; I want to be the caretaker for another 50 years and create that legacy restaurant … like Commander’s Palace [in New Orleans], French Laundry [in California], Canlis [in Seattle].” The Boro To Go cafe and bakery — featuring wood-fired pizzas, to-go meals, baked goods, and coffee — was the first concept to open with carryout in December 2020. Next was The Boro Dining Room & Bar, which still featured the wood-fired pizzas but

Top left: (From bottom) Smoked trout roe with corn pudding and tomatoes; beet boudin wrapped in crispy pastry; golden osetra caviar and maple-soaked brioche. Bottom right: (From left) Hibiscane; Brown Derby.

elevated the dining experience several notches with an emphasis on premium proteins and a pasta program with heavy French and Italian influences. It’s where families doing pizza and salads dine alongside couples on date night. The newest concept is Dixboro House’s tasting menu, which launched in February. The progressive menu usually starts off with hors d’oeuvres and caviar, then advances into different ingredients presented in multiple ways. For example, a spring menu featured three different presentations of hamachi. The courses can range from 11 to 22 plates depending on what Maldonado comes up with given what’s available and what’s inspiring him at the moment. Now that the high-end tasting concept is up and running, next up on this born-and-raised Californian’s agenda: starting a farm on the premises within the next five years once the restaurants have settled into a groove. 5400 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor; 734-669-3310; thedixboroproject.com

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Doug Hewitt and Sandy Levine, the duo behind the popular Midtown restaurant Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails, started planning Freya four years ago because they wanted to bring a more accessible tasting-menu restaurant to Detroit. It took a while to find the right place for their newest restaurant, which specializes in New American cuisine highlighting local ingredients, but they finally landed on a former drill company building in Milwaukee Junction in 2019. The space needed a full demo, so it would take another two years to open. At Freya, the food is still locally focused, like at Chartreuse, but more elevated and intricately plated now that there is more room in the kitchen compared with the small space at Chartreuse. While the fare is indeed sophisticated, it is still approachable, with familiar flavors and ingredients. A recent menu started off with lamb kofta with fermented beet yogurt and pine nut gremolata; crab and lobster with white asparagus; and pork wrapped in prosciutto served with nettle gnocchi and spruce tip cream. There was also a Dover sole, but instead of a traditional whole-fish preparation, it was fashioned into cabbage rolls with savoy cabbage and shrimp mousseline. The menu is built around the best possible ingredients available at the time. “[The menu will] change based on a single delivery an hour from service,” Levine says. The idea was to create a tasting-menu restaurant that offered a special experience that would be more accessible to more diners compared with the tasting menus of New York or California restaurants, which can cost upwards of $300. Levine acknowledges that at $85 per person, Freya’s price point is still out of reach for many people, but they’re still hoping to “provide as close to that kind of experience as possible, while also making regular people comfortable in the restaurant. Because I felt like in a lot of the tasting-menu restaurants that [Doug and I have] been to, if not all of them, those two things didn’t really exist [together].” As a longtime entrepreneur, Levine says one of the biggest issues facing restaurants today is the lack of diversity, both in the dining room and among staff, and at Freya they try to address some of these inequities. “Having worked in Detroit on and off for more than 20 years now, I feel like it’s the most segregated it’s been, [more than] when I was a server and manager,” he says. “It’s something that we [at Freya] are always conscious of, and that’s a big part of why the restaurant is priced the way it is.” The general manager, Thor Jones, is also working on a program to help train young Black people for positions in the kitchen. Another troubling issue is the pay structure

Top: The open kitchen at Freya is a focal point for the dining room, where guests can see the chefs preparing their dishes. Bottom: (Clockwise from top right) Raspberry maracron with raspberry sorbet; sockeye salmon; red pepper coulis

F R E YA for workers, Levine says. “There’s just this vast difference between what servers make and what kitchen staff makes,” Levine says. “I’m hoping that we’ll continue to see changes to this setup, so that things are a little bit more equitable between the front and the back of the house.” Freya and the neighboring Dragonfly cocktail bar are trying to get there. There is an auto gratuity

of 22 percent. Anything above that goes to the kitchen staff, who don’t normally receive tips, adding several dollars an hour to their paychecks. “It’s not equitable, because the servers are still [making more] relatively speaking, but it closes the gap a little bit.” 2929 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-351-5544; freyadetroit.com AU G U ST 2 0 2 2

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High-end New American cuisine, but make it Michigan: That’s the food of Madam at the luxurious Daxton Hotel in Birmingham. Rece Hogerheide drives that vision. Before taking over as executive chef earlier this year, Hogerheide honed his craft working at farm-totable restaurants like the now-shuttered Gather in Eastern Market. He also founded Felony Provisions with the late Jason Osburn, where the two specialized in fermentation, butchery, cheesemaking, and charcuterie. Now Hogerheide is bringing that handcrafted, locally focused ethos to a larger stage through the globally inspired fare offered to not only Madam, but the hotel as a whole. The Daxton Hotel works with 30 different independent farms ranging from urban farms to larger commercial farms that grow organic produce or raise heritage animals, Hogerheide says. With Daxton’s dining room that seats 90 people, as well as 151 hotel rooms, a banquet space, and private dining rooms, Hogerheide has a lot of plates to prepare and food to buy. Being able to spread sourcing among several farms allows him not just to flex buying power but to support more local farmers. “I drove two and a half hours out to the farm to pick up more chickens to make sure that we had the quality that we can stand behind,” he says. “I

stand behind the quality food that we always serve and the people behind it, and that’s a lot harder when you get into larger-scale [operations], which is why we work with so many different farms to ensure that there’s no gap and we always have the best possible quality products.” Those products form the basis of the creative and flavor-forward dishes on Madam’s menu, such as the popular hand-rolled mushroom soup dumplings and the forbidden rice, two of the most popular appetizers since the restaurant opened last spring. The dumplings, which are a take on traditional Chinese soup dumplings, epitomize the craft and philosophy of the Daxton Hotel food offerings: It’s not just about supporting local farmers but making sure nothing goes to waste. After locally sourced mushrooms are cut and prepped, the leftover pieces are used to create a stock for the filling. “I want to be extremely aggressive with this property to ensure that we are doing our utmost diligence to reduce the waste that we’re outputting not just from a business perspective but [from] a global citizen perspective, and as a part of the economy and the ecology of the area around me,” Hogerheide says. 298 S. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-2834200; madamrestaurant.com

Top: Spanish octopus with salt baked potato, creme fraiche, herbs, pimenton. Middle: Michigan asparagus with grated cured egg yolk.

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Left: Gibson with pickled ramps and pink peppercorn. Right: (Counterclockwise from top) Half-roasted mojo chicken with nix tomal polenta and honey lime jicama salad; Chili Butter Cabbage; Maduros Tostadas.

Located in the former home of Craft Work and the Harlequin Café, Metropolitan Bar and Kitchen, with a menu that’s heavily skewed toward Latino flavors highlighting local ingredients, fills the role these beloved neighborhood gathering places played in West Village. The menu changes often because of the restaurant’s relationships with growers and foragers, but some dishes not to be missed if on the menu include the Maduros Tostadas with plantain, Peruvian green chili, and Oaxaca cheese; the Detroit Double Cheeseburger with West Village neighbor Marrow’s pasture-raised beef, house pickles, zip aioli, and brick cheese; and the chili butter cabbage (yes, we said cabbage — just get it and thank us later). The space is also home to Metropolitan Variety Store, which offers a curated selection of beer and wine as well as locally made snacks and to-go meals from the restaurant and local businesses like Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts. In starting the store, co-founder and store curator Ashley Price says he engaged neighbors on Nextdoor and Facebook to find out what residents wanted to see in the community. He found there was a need or desire for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free items as well as a walkable spot to stock up on staples. “Our mission is to bring the marriage of specialty food and drink to the public from both sides of our space,” Price says. When you walk into Metropolitan, in between the restaurant and store is a slim bar area that plays host to pop-ups, providing a platform for up-and-coming as well as more established chefs and mixologists to show off their skills. The neighborhood has long been a dining destination in Detroit, and Metropolitan has earned its place as a gathering spot, quickly carving out its niche as a one-stop shop for food lovers in the city. (At press time Hour learned that Chef Brendon Edwards had moved on.) 8047 Agnes St., Detroit; 313-447-5418; metropolitanvariety.com

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SOZAI Inspired by the comforts of a Japanese grandmother’s home cooking and driven by a mission to use only sustainable seafood, Sozai brings a unique Japanese dining experience to metro Detroit. While there are more familiar items on the menu, like the Pure Michigan roll with Great Lakes walleye, tempura onion, and cucumber; chicken karaage; and shrimp tempura, the menu is secondary to the real draw of the restaurant, which is the omakase. The term literally translates to “I leave it up to you,” and once you take a seat at one of the seats at the handcrafted sushi bar, you leave it up to the capable hands of owner/chef Hajime Sato and his sushi chefs to create a meal tailored to you. Sato, who ran and operated sustainable sushi restaurant Mashiko in Seattle for 25 years before moving to Michigan a couple of years ago, is trying to raise awareness of the omakase concept, which isn’t as common in Michigan as it is in New York or Los Angeles. The omakase options range from the hama, a seven-course chef’s choice dinner that includes a wanmono (typically a soup), two kobachi (side dishes), an assortment of nigiri, a makimono (a roll), a creation from the kitchen (usually a heartier dish like an entree), and dessert, to the kappo, a four-hour culinary journey of traditional and unique Japanese dishes. The kappo is an experience like no other in metro Detroit. You call to make a reservation, at least three weeks and sometimes months in advance, like we did, and Sato will quiz you to make sure your tastes align with the menu. Luckily we passed and on a recent evening enjoyed 20 courses ranging from sea snails to abalone stomach, paired with unique and rare sakes imported from Japan. While the different omakase options have a general blueprint, the menu is tailored to the diner. “Every omakase is different,” Sato says. “We even change it in the middle of [the dinner] sometimes.” Besides providing a dining experience that goes beyond the typical sushi bar, Sato is dedicated to serving sustainable seafood, keeping in mind traceability, fish populations, fishing methods, and farming practices. “If one company dominates the entire supply chain, one false move, then the entire thing collapses. So how can we diversify that? How can we support more local fishermen in Florida, local fishermen in Boston? … That’s what I’m trying to establish so that [the supply chain is] more versatile. Go get the [product] from the local guys instead of the big guys. Just small things like that make a huge difference.” 449 W. 14 Mile Road, Clawson; 248-677-3232; sozairestaurant.com

Right, counterclockwise from top right: Nigiri set from omakase; East Coast scallops, kimizu, and Michigan asparagus; mango pudding; sashimi set from omakase; tuna tartare with quail egg yolk.

From top left: Chef Sato at work; a selection of sustainable seafood; a closer look at the tuna tartare with quail egg yolk

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In 2019, Brendan McCall and David Landrum (Supergeil’s executive chef/partner and owner, respectively) were in Berlin at a trade show called Bar Convent. While in Germany, they feasted on many döner kebabs — a Turkish-style sandwich featuring meat or vegetables with garlic sauce on pide bread — and thought the flavors would work well in Detroit. The Kreuzberg district of Berlin boasts a vibrant art culture, beer gardens, and nightlife — much like Detroit, says Supergeil bar manager Ryan Sparks, and in addition to döner kebabs, they wanted to bring that vibe and experience to the Motor City. The menu at Supergeil (which means “super cool” in German) is built on the sandwich that started it all: the döner kebab, with three variations — lamb and beef, chicken, and eggplant. But the culinary influences go beyond Germany, borrowing from Mediterranean coastal towns. “The food program is influenced by the Balkan region with Georgian and Spanish [influences],” Sparks says. “The menu changes

Top left: Sticky ribs with a sampler of house fresh and pickled items. Bottom left: The tinned seafood comes with pickles, rye toast, and potato chips.

based on what is in season. [McCall] is also a farmer and is very passionate about using the freshest ingredients possible.” On the lighter side, the tins offer a little feast featuring some type of canned seafood served with pickles, potato chips, and rye toast. The heartier fare includes Steak Frites Iskender with blistered tomatoes, chili butter, and peppers and Sevillano Fish and Chips with cumin, sumac, and lemon pickle aioli. Landrum also opened Two James Spirits across the street, so Supergeil’s beverage menu features only the Corktown distillery’s spirits. “Being part of a distillery, we can only use the products that we either make or import. That limits us but breeds creativity with the bar program,” Sparks says. “We use a lot of cooking techniques to make liqueurs and syrups to create the flavors we are looking for in our cocktails.” They make their own liqueurs and tinctures inhouse, as well as house light and dark beers. It all adds up to a super cool experience. 2442 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-462-4133; supergeildetroit.com

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Bottom photo: (From top) Grilled carrots with smoked yogurt, golden raisins, and fennel herb salad; spring pasta with sundried tomato, Italian chicken sausage, basil, red onion, balsamic vinegar, Parmesan, fettucine; bone-in pork chop with roast beet puree, turnip, agrodolce, sage butter, and dandelion greens.

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Through their construction company, Ryan Construction, Tim and Nicole Ryan built restaurants for others. But Nicole, who grew up in an Italian American family where food played an important role in her upbringing, had a dream to build her own. Once the kids were off to college, the couple decided it was time to make that dream a reality in the form of the locally focused and globally inspired restaurant Sylvan Table. With 5 acres in Sylvan Lake, Nicole wanted to make something unique. After doing some research, she was inspired by barns turned into wedding venues, so she found a partner to source a 300-year-old barn from Maine and bring it to Michigan in late 2019. That barn forms the basis of the main dining area, which is grand and vast but still welcoming. After restoring the historic structure, the Ryans and their team added a solarium and built a massive, open scratch kitchen with an 8-foot wood-fired grill and a wood-fired pizza oven. With that kind of ambience, chef Chris Gadulka says, “That’s where my challenge begins. Now I have to make sure that the food matches or exceeds the ambiance, which is no small feat.” The New American menu is heavily driven by seasonal produce. The on-site farm features everything from grapes and berries to wild chives and hops. But, “with the business that we do, we will never be able to 100 percent source just from us. At our busiest last year, if I were to take our busiest and do it for two weeks, and only source from our farm, our farm would be barren at the end of those two weeks,” Gadulka says. The rest they source from other local farmers, all of them within about 250 miles or less. “We realize we can’t get everything locally,” Ryan says. “But as far as fruits and vegetables go, we definitely can. There’s so much to choose from here locally. Why go elsewhere? Like, you’ll never find an avocado on our menu.” That’s because they’ll be using calabacitas, which make a mean avocado toast, Michigan-style. 1819 Inverness St., Sylvan Lake; 248-369-3360; sylvantable.com

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PAT I S S E R I E Since she was a young girl having her neighbor’s daughters over for afternoon tea, Warda Bouguettaya envisioned having her own food business someday. Now the founder and owner of Warda Patisserie is the 2022 James Beard Award winner for Outstanding Pastry Chef. Technically, Warda Patisserie is not new. It operated as a bakery in a shared space in Eastern Market’s Trinosophes for a couple of years and before that was mainly an onlinebased business posting tantalizing tarts and other stunning pastries on Instagram while delivering to local businesses. What is new is that Warda Patisserie opened its own dedicated space in Midtown last year. Inspired by owner and founder Bouguettaya’s experiences in Algeria, France, and Asia, the innovative and sophisticated pastries span from financiers in unexpected flavor combinations like mango black sesame and matcha strawberry to halvah (a Middle Eastern sesame seed candy) chocolate chunk cookies. Supporting local farmers and sharing their stories is also paramount for Warda Patisserie, which incorporates Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables in quiches, tortas, and tarts. In opening the Midtown location, Bouguettaya posted on Instagram: “It doesn’t feel like a second location to us. It feels like our first, own space, where [my husband] Mohamed and I invested so much of our sweat, money, and time building a space and a menu that reflects us, our past and present, and our vision for the kind of atmosphere and hospitality we want to offer our customers.” 70 W. Alexandrine St., Detroit; 313-262-6977; facebook.com/warda.patisserie

Top: Guava cheesecake and mango black sesame financier. Bottom: Rhubarb and pistachio tart.

CASUAL DINING S TA N D O U T S Que Pasa Taqueria Birria, a dish from Jalisco in Mexico, is nothing new. But the traditional savory stew typically consisting of ovenroasted goat in adobo has exploded in popularity in recent years, thanks to countless Instagram and TikTok feeds full of videos featuring tacos being dipped in cups of steaming broth. Que Pasa Taqueria kicks the

fusion up a notch with the Birria Pizzadilla, a large pizzasized quesadilla cut up into slices, the perfect size for dipping into a cup of consomme. 33874 Dequindre Road, Sterling Heights; 586-693-5045; taqueriaquepasa.com Satellite food truck Founded by a group of longtime restaurant workers, including chef Brennan Cal-

nin, who used to work at Townhouse Detroit, the food truck — serving menu items such as a Piri Piri chicken sandwich, Seitan cheesesteak, and Party Potatoes — has built a fast following since posting up at local breweries and festivals last year. The Satellite team posted recently on Instagram: “We’ve dedicated ourselves to two things: creating a

better working environment for ourselves and anyone we have the means to bring with us, and exploring flavors and foods we love to eat and share. We try to break down any and all boundaries and destructive work habits that were hammered into us during our careers,” the Satellite team posted recently on Instagram. Ferndale; satellitehospitality.com

Super Crisp Super Crisp, the second business from chef Mike Ransom, who founded the popular growing local noodle empire Ima, has entered the fried chicken wars (yes, that’s actually a thing) with its inspired take on the sandwich. Upon opening Super Crisp earlier this year, Ransom posted on Instagram that he and Ima direc-

tor of operations Rob Stone had “dreamt of a super fun and craveable sandwich shop inspired by [Ima’s] flavors.” The twice-fried chicken has that satisfying crunch and is punctuated with flavors of yuzu and ginger, complemented by Kewpie slaw, pickles, and lemon mayo. 4830 Cass Ave. Ste. C, Detroit; 313-474-8880; supercrisp.com

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FUTURE of Detroit’s FOOD Scene

Meet the chefs, farmers, and leaders pushing the city’s food culture forward By Kiki Louya and Dorothy Hernandez Photography by Jacob Lewkow

L A B O R S H O R T A G E S . Lack of access to fresh food. Abysmal pay and no benefits. These were always challenges in the food world, but after the past two years, things have been even more grueling. For those businesses that survived, the future is still uncertain as more challenges emerge. In Detroit, there are chefs, restaurant owners, and food leaders who are committed to the idea that everyone should have good food, and they’ve used those hard lessons to take their businesses to the next level. And good food doesn’t start and end with taste. It also means being thoughtful and intentional about where food comes from and ensuring that the people who grow, cook, and serve it don’t just survive but thrive. For this year’s Food Issue, we spoke to innovators who are contributing to our evolving culinary landscape in a variety of ways.

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Reconnecting to Food

RoSEBuD SCHnEIDeR ANISHINAABE FARMER

long-respected leader in the urban farming movement, Detroit has been home to over 1,400 farms and gardens for years. But according to most mainstream accounts, its agricultural roots don’t predate its French colonization and the ribbon farms that followed, despite a thriving Indigenous community that had been present for generations. While the Indian Removal Act of the 1800s separated tribes from their foodways and families from their homelands, today a growing community of Native farmers, culinarians, and community organizations from all over Michigan is coming together to honor and preserve Indigenous traditions. In Detroit, Anishinaabe farmer Rosebud Schneider knows the impact of this work firsthand, which is why she is committed to making sure it gets passed on to the next generation in her new position as farmer at Keep Growing Detroit, an organization that promotes food sovereignty in the city. For Schneider, a born-and-raised Detroiter who grew up on the city’s southwest side, having a connection to her Native culture was always a priority. “To me, that was my church. That was where I felt spiritually connected.” But when Schneider became a mother, and later a breastfeeding educator at Healthy Start, a free home visiting program that provides care to pregnant women and families, the connection between food and wellness became clear to her. According to Schneider, to broaden its impact, Healthy Start formed a partnership with Sacred Roots, a program aimed at revitalizing Native foodways. It was there that she met Shiloh Maples, who developed Sacred Roots while working at American Indian Health & Family Services in Detroit. “We learned that folks wanted more connections to our foods — not just eating the food but also growing food and building skills around these cultural traditional foodways,” Schneider says. She became even more inspired to advance this work in Detroit after visiting Native communities in other parts of the country. She saw how they designed their integrated food systems and realized, If they are doing that, why can’t Detroit? Schneider educates others on ancestral traditions that not only respect the Earth but promote people’s health and wellness. Among these traditions are more well-known practices like seed saving and foraging. But, recognizing the shared health disparities of communities of color, Schneider is perhaps most encouraged by the opportunity for reconnecting with foods that are culturally appropriate and healthy. “We are trying to focus on getting our people healthy, and [that means] reconnecting them with the way our people used to be.” —Kiki Louya

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Changing the Conversation

KwAku OSei-BoNSu CO-FOUNDER, EASTEATS

rom restaurantsturned-bodegas to parking lot seating, dining in metro Detroit these last two years has been an adventure for diners and a series of experiments for owners. But even as some restaurants return to full service, others continue to embrace the more creative models on the scene. One such spot is East Eats, an entirely outdoor restaurant experience and, rarer yet, a glimpse into the potential future of Detroit dining. Howard University grads Lloyd Talley and Kwaku Osei-Bonsu opened East Eats

in October 2020, a time when many Detroit-area restaurants were struggling to survive. But unlike for most, four walls and a lease weren’t a necessity. Instead, East Eats was built entirely of geodesic domes — structures that look like half a soccer ball — organized on a side lot Osei-Bonsu purchased from the city for $100. “For me, it was much more of a land-use conversation than a pandemic [conversation],” says OseiBonsu, a resident of Jefferson Chalmers, the neighborhood East Eats currently calls home. “This could open up the conversation of how we utilize land in Detroit,” he adds. East Eats was an immediate success, attracting diners from all over metro Detroit to this canal-side community for vegan-friendly bao buns, tacos, and Asianinspired wrap sandwiches. But the secret sauce was arguably its intentionality. From its BYOB policy to its budgetfriendly menu, East Eats has kept the community in mind. “I will never forget the day somebody walked up to our gate and asked for a menu,” Osei-Bonsu says. The neighbor, who lived down the street, looked at the price for the three-course tasting menu and exclaimed “$45?” That is when Osei-Bonsu realized he had created a place that his own neighbors couldn’t afford. East Eats immediately changed the menu from prix fixe to a la carte for $10 an entree. “You start to really bring value [to a community] because now you’re making decisions based on needs,” he explains. After closing in October 2021 to transform East Eats into something more like a social club, Osei-Bonsu says at press time that he and his new business partners — marketing strategist Carlton Peeples and his wife, Verena Peeples — are working to reopen this summer (Talley left the business in January). OseiBonsu says the social-club aspect, where curating culturally appropriate food and event content is more important than ever, will continue. “They become spaces that are primarily for the communities they exist within, and outsiders are invited,” he says. As for the future, Osei-Bonsu points back to experiences as the key to drawing people in. “After the pandemic, people are looking for experiences that they can connect to, where they don’t feel like an afterthought. That’s really what the future of these types of spaces is — where we put the guests first.” —KL

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A Blooming Business

EniD PaRhaM CHEF & OWNER, LUCKY PISTIL

ong before she was named Michigan Edibles’ “Best Cannabis Chef,” Enid Parham, owner and founder of Lucky Pistil catering, was a single mother who supported her family by working at Detroit’s RitzCarlton (now The Henry Hotel). But when a friend suggested she try infusing butter with small pieces of broken cannabis flower also known as “shake,” her interest in cooking with cannabis grew. But putting in the appropriate amount was a concern. Determined to bring positive dining experiences to her guests with Lucky Pistil, which specializes in cannabis-infused food, Parham worked to hone her craft, learning everything she could about plants, strains, and techniques. Nowadays, Parham is known for highend dishes such as her vegan mushroom “foie gras” with handmade potato crisps and apple-stuffed chicken with red wine reduction, pistachio, and asparagus foam. She says she approaches cannabis like any other ingredient, sourcing as sustainably as possible and using it in ways that complement not only the experience but the entire dish as well. As a result, Parham sees herself as more than just a resource for those interested in experimenting safely with cannabis. She supports its decriminalization. “I grew up in a drug dealing area in the ’80s. Your next-door neighbor could be selling weed — nickel bags or dime bags — and you watch them get raided, kids thrown in foster care. Then all of a sudden people could profit off it,” she says of its statewide

legalization. “They didn’t provide any social equity to the people [these laws previously] affected. It really got my gears twisted.” Still, Parham is excited for the opening of new cannabis-friendly social clubs like Hot Box Social in Hazel Park, because while she has no immediate plans to open a permanent venue of her own, she does believe that it is a step toward breaking the stigma associated with cannabis use. Parham also uses her platform to provide opportunity to those in her community who are interested in developing a career as a cannabis chef. She mentors younger cooks in different

aspects of the job, from starting a cannabis business to safely cooking with the plant. She has also educated her clients on the distinct results produced by different strains, as well as responsible indulgence. Her dream is to one day have a TV show where she can teach the public even more about the benefits of cannabis-infused food and how to fix it at home. As Michigan’s cannabis industry grows, she says marijuana should be legal, just like alcohol, and that there are pros who can help people understand it better — “budtenders,” as she calls them. —KL AU G U ST 2 0 2 2

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Helping Workers Thrive

AnTHoNY LOmBArdO & DEsiRé VinCeNT LevY

CO-FOUNDERS, DETROIT KITCHEN TERMINAL n 2019, when chef Anthony Lombardo of SheWolf Pastificio & Bar partnered with Desiré Vincent Levy to create Detroit Kitchen Terminal, a nonprofit community kitchen that provided culinary training to the formerly incarcerated, they were certain a brick-and-mortar development was in the cards for the coming year. But when COVID-19 hit and stay-at-home orders left hospitality workers without reliable wages, Lombardo and Levy couldn’t ignore the unfolding crisis. “I know that government has its own process and everyone was faced with making hard decisions,” Levy, former associate communications director at the ACLU of Michigan, says. “But the most frustrating thing was just watching these decisions being debated. People were having to still live their lives and pay their rent, [so] sitting on money that realistically we could afford to let go of would be a disservice.” They mobilized quickly, and Detroit Kitchen Terminal provided over $40,000 to restaurant workers in the city who were experiencing hardship. Realizing that insufficient technology prevented many restaurant workers from accessing unemployment benefits, their main focus was to make it easier. “It’s got to be a phone call,” Lombardo says. Now, as the organization prepares for its relaunch, Lombardo and Levy realize they need to expand their mission. Their new staff members, formerly incarcerated individuals, need much more than just culinary training. “What came across through this pandemic period was that [programming]

needs to be a real wraparound for individuals to have success,” explains Levy, who envisions adding life skills courses to the curriculum and making those available to the broader Detroit hospitality community as well. “When I say life skills, I mean financial management. So maybe partnering with a local credit union or bank and talking through resources for people to manage their finances and work towards goals that they may have.” Levy also lists communication and conflict management, support for ongoing unhealthy substance use, pay negotiation, time management tools, and selfadvocacy as other potential topics of interest. Detroit Kitchen Terminal also has one more move up its sleeve: its very first food truck, which will allow it to bring mobile services to community events and festivals across the city. It will be staffed by chefs and workers who complete Detroit Kitchen Terminal’s training. The organization is fundraising for the truck, with the goal of getting it up and running by early next year. Lombardo can’t help but feel excited for what’s to come. “I started as a dishwasher. And now I consider myself one of the best chefs in the country. That’s what I love about the kitchen, man. If you work hard every day and keep pushing, you don’t need a fancy degree. All you need is hard work and the ability to learn.” —KL

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Rethinking Restaurants

OMaR AnAni CHEF AND OWNER, SAFFRON DE TWAH

n 2020, when restaurants were shut down, chef Omar Anani, the owner of Moroccaninspired bistro Saffron De Twah, wanted to call it quits. After reading the latest in a series of recent one-star reviews, including some knocking the restaurant for not really being Moroccan and others presented without comment, he called his wife and told her he was done with the restaurant business. That night, a man walked by his east-side Detroit restaurant looking for work. Anani told the man he couldn’t have anyone in the restaurant because of COVID-19 safety protocols but invited him to have a meal. He set up a table outside, and they sat down to

eat. The man started to cry, Anani recalls. He asked him what was wrong. The man replied, “I just got out of prison. And I’ve been up and down Gratiot trying to just find a job. And you are the first person that hasn’t kicked me out of their place or treated me like I wasn’t a human.” That’s the moment Anani decided he had to keep going — one-star Google reviews be damned. The pandemic taught Anani a new way of thinking about hospitality. When COVID-19 shut down restaurants in 2020, Anani and his team started putting together meal kits for industry workers who were suddenly out of a job. That evolved into serving hospital staff, firefighters, and police officers. While he was serving frontline workers, the nonprofit Brilliant Detroit approached Anani to partner with them and provide meals to people in need. At its peak in the early months of the pandemic, the Saffron Community Kitchen served about 1,400 community meals. Now that Saffron De Twah has reopened as a restaurant serving diners in search of his tagines, harissa potatoes, and falafel bocadillos (his food garnered him a James Beard Award nod this year), the nonprofit side of the restaurant has wound down. The restaurant will still partner with nonprofits to offer meals to those in need, but serving hundreds of community meals on a regular basis requires infrastructure, he says. While running a community kitchen is something he would like to do, Anani has set his sights on another ambitious goal: turning Saffron De Twah into an employee-owned restaurant. He’s created a curriculum teaching his team of six (he’d like to hire four more) how to own and run a restaurant. One of the biggest challenges facing the restaurant industry is the labor shortage. “And it’s not because people are lazy and they don’t want to work,” Anani says. “It’s because they don’t want to work in an industry where they’re being taken advantage of. So I think what you’re going to see is places offering health benefits.” He says Saffron De Twah is already instituting some of these practices that offer workers a better quality of life, such as providing paid maternity leave as well as a starting wage of at least $15 an hour. “I think we’re leading the pack in that regard. People will send me screenshots of another restaurant doing something that we do, like, ‘Look, they copied you.’ I’m like, ‘Good.’ … We’re not competing with anyone else. We’re competing with ourselves and just being better at what we do.” —Dorothy Hernandez

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Building Power Through Food

MaLIk YaKini

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, DETROIT BLACK COMMUNITY FOOD SECURITY NETWORK

hose who know him call him “baba” — a Zulu term used in the African diaspora to refer to the elders, who are the keepers of knowledge — and Malik Yakini embraces this honor. As executive director of the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network, or DBCFSN — which was formed in 2006 to empower Black Detroiters to become leaders in the growing urban agriculture movement in the city and to address food insecurity in Detroit’s majority-Black population — longtime activist Yakini has continued his decades-long work to address food insecurity in Detroit’s Black communities. He is also on the board of directors of the forthcoming Detroit People’s Food Co-op, which aims to create a more equitable food system in the city of Detroit. As part of the co-op’s model, shoppers can become part owners of the store by purchasing a membership share. At the end of the year, if there are profits, members can vote for a percentage for themselves, invest the profits back into the store, or donate the revenue to a nonprofit. The project, which is expected to open in summer 2023, will be cooperatively owned and open to the general public, but it has a larger mission. With its location in Detroit’s historic North End, the coop aims to empower Black Detroiters in a majority-Black city where few grocery stores are Black-owned. The co-op is also part of a bigger plan: the 34,000-square-foot Detroit Food Commons, which will feature the co-op on the ground floor with cafe and

community space. The second floor will have four shared-use kitchens where food entrepreneurs can build their businesses without the barrier of having to invest in expensive kitchen equipment. Cooperatives were used historically as a way for Black communities to ensure they had sufficient food and shelter, and they even date back as far as slavery, when money was pooled to buy each other freedom. In more recent years, with racist policies like redlining, cooperatives took the form of Black-owned credit unions, farm cooperatives, and schools. Even entire communities, like Detroit’s Black Bottom and Paradise Valley, were dedicated to Black commerce, mobility, and empowerment. In Detroit, where there hasn’t been a co-op since the Cass Corridor Food Co-

op closed its doors in the mid-2000s, it’s especially relevant considering the large developments happening across the city — mostly in the downtown core — like the Bedrock and Ilitch projects. “[The co-op] is totally different from most large businesses we see in our community, particularly grocery stores,” Yakini says. “People drop into our community because they see opportunity, and they have the wherewithal to come in and create a vehicle to extract wealth.” The Detroit Food Co-op pushes back against that, Yakini says. “They put ownership in the hands of the people who actually live in the community, and they put the ability to derive benefit from the wealth that’s generated. That becomes a community-wide benefit as well.” —KL AU G U ST 2 0 2 2

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08.22 ARTS, CULTURE, AND OTHER THINGS TO DO

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ARTS

THE MEMORY KEEPER Indigenous artist Gisela McDaniel uses her subjects’ belongings to help tell their stories p. 62

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AUGUST 2022

Culture Calendar

Our carefully curated guide to the month in arts and entertainment BY RYA N PATR I C K H O O PER LAST CHANCE

Pop culture and science collide at the Michigan Science Center

 Get up close to an artistic rendering of H.R. Giger's alien at the Michigan Science Center.

VISUAL ARTS

Art anchors at Detroit’s island gem

One of the biggest art shows in Detroit is the Belle Isle Art Fair, surrounding the James Scott Memorial Fountain. It’s a fond farewell to summer with 65 juried artists, many of whom represent the city’s prosperous art scene. You can expect everything from paintings to sculpture, with

DON’T-MISS EVENTS

Aug. 4-6 • COMEDY

Aug. 2 • MUSIC OneRepublic: Known for catchy singles like “Apologize” and “Counting Stars,” this Grammy-nominated pop rock outfit recently contributed the track “I Ain’t Worried” to the Top Gun: Maverick soundtrack. The band will be supported by Southern rock group Needtobreathe when they stop at Pine Knob Music Theatre this month. $29.50+.

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Daniel Eachus: This upand-coming improv artist and stand-up comedian has appeared in Comedy Central’s annual stand-up showcase, Up Next, and on Sirius XM’s Comedy Central Radio. He has also placed first in a smattering of comedy competitions, including the Sacramento Comedy Festival. Clips from his Dry Bar Comedy special, A Mild and Skinny Guy, have racked up hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube. $15+. Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Royal Oak; comedycastle.com

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Leon Bridges brings the soul back to Detroit

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live music and drinks rounding out the affair. It’s a great opportunity to chat one-on-one with the artists who have defined Detroit’s art scene for years, as well as newcomers pushing it forward. It’s a family-friendly event that’s free and open to the public across two days, the first weekend of August. Aug. 6 and 7. Go to belleisleartfair.com for more information.

The Michigan Science Center has stumbled onto something brilliant. If you’re not sure about science or haven’t been to the center in a while, isn’t pop culture a beautiful reason to go back? The POPnology exhibit combines scientific backstories with beloved characters from some of your favorite movies. There’s a fullsize replica of the DeLorean from the Back to the Future movies. You can take photos with E.T., the beloved alien from Steven Spielberg’s coming-ofage masterpiece, and an artistic rendition of H.R. Giger’s less-

friendly alien (from the Alien franchise) is there for photos, too. According to Michigan Science Center President and CEO Christian Greer, the pop culture props are set up to get young minds thinking about big-picture scientific questions. Be sure to stop by the newly restored Imax dome theater at the science center, which opened back up to the public earlier this summer. Through Aug. 11. Exhibit included with your general-admission ticket to the museum.

Aug. 7 • MUSIC Goo Goo Dolls: The Buffalo, New York-based band rose to prominence in the late ’90s with radio smashes like “Slide” and “Iris,” which ranked No. 1 on Billboard’s Top 100 Pop Songs 1992-2012 chart. Alternative rock band Blue October will open the show, which follows canceled concerts in both 2020 and 2021. $29.50+. Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre, Sterling Heights; 313presents.com

Shakespeare Unplugg’d: Actors from the Michigan Shakespeare Festival Co. cut loose at this annual event, which showcases hidden talents and abilities viewers might not see in traditional plays. Expect to see a wide range of performances, including dancing, singing, juggling, improvisation, and storytelling. While admission is complimentary, attendees are invited to make a donation to the Michigan Shakespeare Festival Co. in lieu of a ticket purchase. No cost. The Ark, Ann Arbor; theark.org

Aug. 9-28 • THEATER Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations: Hot off its inaugural Broadway

Detroit at the tiny, intimate jazz venue Cliff Bell’s? He’s grown quite a bit in popularity and style since those days, now performing at venues like the Masonic Temple in Detroit. His album from last year, Gold-Diggers Sound, shows just how far this soul troubadour has come, mixing elements of Otis Redding and Sam Cooke with his own blend of hip-hop and funk like few artists can do (although too many try). This will be one of the best shows you can see in Detroit this summer — and Leon Bridges will give you a show that feels contemporary while also hearkening back to the days of golden-era 1960s funk and soul. Aug. 22. Tickets available at axs.com.

run, this musical utilizes beats and harmonies from some of The Temptations’ most popular tracks to tell the story of the Grammy Award-winning Motown group’s rise to fame. Written by Detroit native Dominique Morisseau, the production garnered 12 Tony Award nominations following its Broadway debut in 2019. $35+. Detroit Opera House, Detroit; broadwayindetroit.com

Aug. 11-13 • COMEDY Mary Lynn Rajskub: Best known for her role as intelligence agent Chloe O’Brian in the action thriller television series 24, this Detroit-born actress and comedian has also flexed her funny bone in shows like FX’s It’s Always Sunny in

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performer Ingrid Andress in tow. Fans can expect to hear classics like “Blue Ain’t Your Color” and “Somebody Like You” along with newer singles from Urban’s 2020 album, The Speed of Now Part 1. $29.50+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston; 313presents.com

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On My Playlist Detroit’s Sara Marie Barron enters a new era Watching and listening to the evolution of Sara Marie Barron has been an absolute pleasure for Detroit music fans over the past few years. On her latest EP, Angel Numbers, she sheds the singer-songwriter vibe for the sound of a full band, blending house music, pop, and killer songwriting into a tight package of four songs, including standout tracks like “Subdued” (the lead single from this project) and the slow burn “Shiver.” Be on the lookout for her next show accompanied by a live band, because there are few Detroit acts bringing the energy like Sara Marie Barron.

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Alicia Keys: Boasting a whopping 15 Grammy Awards, this international R&B sensation is known for soulful singles like “If I Ain’t Got You” and “No One.” She’ll bring those hits and more when she stops in Sterling Heights this month, with support from up-andcoming singer-songwriter Pink Sweats. $39.50+. Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre, Sterling Heights; 313presents.com

Labyrinth Celebration: Two nights of fun honoring the 1986 cult classic film The Labyrinth await movie lovers at the Redford Theatre this month. Fans at each showing will enjoy a masquerade ball, a costume contest, and live music from a David Bowie tribute band ahead of the movie screenings. Costumes are encouraged. $25. Redford Theatre, Detroit; redfordtheatre.com

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Twenty One Pilots: The Grammy Award-winning duo behind earworms like “Stressed Out” and “Heathens” will stop at Little Caesars Arena this month to promote their 2021 album Scaled and Icy. Known for fusing elements of hip-hop, electropop, and alternative rock, the multi-instrumentalists are one of just three rock acts in history to have two simultaneous top 5 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. $39.50+. Little Caesars Arena, Detroit; 313presents.com

Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert: The beloved Disney-Pixar film will come to life at Pine Knob Music Theatre this month, with a bigscreen showing accompanied by a live band. Composed by Academy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda, the film’s eight-song soundtrack features family-friendly tunes like the platinum-certified hit “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.” $25+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston; 313presents.com

Sara Marie Barron’s new EP, Angel Numbers, is out now. You can stream it or buy it directly from the artist via her Bandcamp profile.

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Philadelphia and HBO’s Mr. Show. She’ll perform five standup shows at the Comedy Castle as she tours in support of her new book, Fame-ish, which hit shelves in May. $20. Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Royal Oak; comedycastle.com

Aug. 12-14 • RECREATION Milford Memories: More than 300 artists will show their works at this annual summer festival, which also includes two stages of live music, food and drink tents, a 5K run, a canoe race, a cornhole tournament, volleyball and basketball tournaments, and activities for kids. While there is no cost for admission before 6 p.m., some activities and tournaments

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do carry an entry fee. No cost. Central Park, Milford; milfordmemories.com

Aug. 13 & 14 • ART Shelby Township Art Fair: The 39th edition of this annual juried art fair at River Bends Park will feature more than 120 exhibits from local and national artists and crafters. Visitors can also enjoy live music, a market full of Michigan-based vendors, interactive art exhibits, and crafts for kids. River Bends Park, Shelby Township; shelbyartfair.org

Aug. 14 • MUSIC Red Hot Chili Peppers: Indie rock outfit The Strokes and funk master Thundercat will join the California rock institution behind hits like “Under the Bridge” and “Californication” for this eclectic show at Detroit’s Comerica Park. The 32-city global stadium tour comes on the heels of the Chili Peppers’ 2022 album Unlimited Love, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart in April. $95+. Comerica Park, Detroit; 313presents.com

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The Beach Boys: Co-founder and lead singer Mike Love leads this legacy version of the iconic California surf rock band, which also features longtime member Bruce Johnston and musical director Scott Totten. The group’s Sixty Years of the Sounds of Summer tour will stop at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre to treat fans to a career-spanning performance of chart-topping singles, including “Surfin’ USA,” “California Girls,” and “Good Vibrations.” $29.50+. Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, Rochester Hills; 313presents.com

Michigan Renaissance Festival: Travel back in time to the 16th century with this Michigan tradition, returning this month for its 43rd year. Live entertainment will abound across 17 stages hosting musicians, jugglers, mimes, magicians, and more. Guests can also browse wares from more than 100 artisans, catch a live jousting tournament, enter costume contests, and enjoy oldtime food favorites like the festival’s signature roasted turkey leg. $20+. 12600 Dixie Highway, Holly; michrenfest.com

Aug. 31 • MUSIC Pitbull: The Miami-based Grammy Award-winning rapper and superstar will join forces with Australian hip-hop star Iggy Azalea for the Can’t Stop Us Now Tour this summer. With beloved party jams like “Give Me Everything” and “Fireball,” Pitbull’s albums have sold 25 million copies worldwide. $30+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston; 313presents.com

Aug. 26 • MUSIC Keith Urban: The New Zealand-born country rocker will embark on his first international tour in four years this summer, making a stop at Pine Knob with guest

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Summer Reading List BOOKS

BY JENN MCKEE

ONE OF THE GREAT things about summer in Michigan is that we don’t need to leave the state to get away somewhere gorgeous and relaxing. But what’s a lakeside weekend without a good book to read in the hammock between catnaps? And with four new novels with Michigan ties out now, why not make your beach read a Michigan beach read? Here’s a brief guide to the voice, vibe, and flavor of each book that will keep you turning pages.

Em’s Awful Good Fortune

BY MARCIE MAXFIELD

Plot: The narrator, Em, chronicles what outwardly seems like an adventurous expat “tagalong wife” life, with stints in Japan, South Korea, France, and China. Her husband’s work, overseeing construction on arenas and expo sites, is the reason for their nomadic family life, but as the novel opens, the now middle-aged couple is checking out Shanghai, which would play host to the couple’s first deployment without their two (now grown) children, if Em agrees to come. She’s had to make compromises and sacrifice her own career aspirations to keep her family together over the years, and the novel jumps around in time and locale to show precisely how this couple has arrived at this new chapter in which Em and her husband must finally confront each other and the legacy of their choices. Michigan’s Role: Maxfield now calls Los Angeles home, but she grew up in Detroit and gives Em the same backstory, which pops up here and there: “Ortheia Barnes sang ‘You Are My Friend’ at our wedding. Ortheia was Detroit soul royalty, big and bluesy. Andra and I used to hang out at a nightclub where she worked, sit in the powder room with her on breaks between sets and gab.” Biggest Hook: Em’s caustic, edgy narrative voice. Because you know from the start that the couple has at least made it to the “raising kids” finish line, Em’s Awful Good Fortune relies heavily on the reader connecting with the smart, funny woman who’s looking back in midlife in order to see her way forward.

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Boys Come First

Chevy in the Hole

BY AARON FOLEY

BY KELSEY RONAN

Renovated to Death BY FRANK ANTHONY

Plot: Three Black gay men in their 30s face turning points in their lives and in their collective friendship. Dominick, a Detroit transplant living in Hell’s Kitchen in New York City, suddenly finds himself out of a job, and then comes home to find his longtime boyfriend having sex with another man. To figure out his next move, he returns to Detroit, where his old friend Troy — a socially conscious teacher with a complicated boyfriend situation of his own — introduces him to a hugely successful realtor named Remy, who’s dating two men who won’t commit. The three friends rely on and check each other as they contend with challenges large and small. Michigan’s Role: Detroit is essentially the fourth main character in this book, not just providing a backdrop but also regularly being discussed and unpacked by the three men: “I couldn’t get Roland to go out with me in public in Detroit at first. … But now we’ve started having brunch downstairs at Andiamo. And that’s turned into walks along the Riverwalk. And you know for Detroit standards, a romantic walk on the Riverwalk is damn near a marriage proposal.” Biggest Hook: Breezy prose that still manages to tackle some substantive issues (racism, gentrification, etc.) makes Boys Come First feel like an all-male rom-com with teeth. Told from the friends’ perspectives — though strangely, only Remy narrates in first person, which was initially jarring — the novel unabashedly focuses on the men’s relationships, their friendship, and their evolving senses of self.

Plot: At the book’s outset, 26-year-old August, brought back from the dead with Narcan, returns from Detroit to his hometown of Flint. While stumbling through something like recovery (as the city’s water crisis looms), August starts volunteering at a local farm, where he’s drawn to young, determined activist Monae. Meanwhile, by way of August’s relatives from earlier generations, Ronan offers a kind of tour of Flint’s riches-to-rags past, so that readers’ understanding of this famous city and its residents is deepened in a moment when the biggest blow of all is poised to fall. Michigan’s Role: This is a book about Flint and its people, plain and simple. The title, a reference to a part of Flint where an auto plant once stood, is described like this: “A concrete bowl carved in the middle of the city with the Flint River running through it, it had once held acres of Chevrolet assembly line. Birds tumbled from the power lines. … The railroad tracks that once huffed in car parts had been turned into a bike path. When August was little and his father was pinkslipped, the hill had seemed so much steeper.” Biggest Hook: Ronan’s observant, literary prose, as well as a called-up curiosity about Flint, a city that’s long held an important (but perhaps misunderstood) spot in the local landscape. To grapple with the present, we all must examine the past that brought us to this point, and Ronan achieves this through both a family story and an unlikely romance between opposites.

Plot: A gay couple in the Detroit suburbs — a writer, Peter, and an actor, JP — have found fame as TV show hosts of a renovation show, and they’re poised to do a second season. At a dishy dinner party with neighbors, a handsome, love-’em-andleave-’em older man, Tom Cash, urges the couple to take on his long-deceased parents’ house as their next project, even though his quieter twin, Terry, seems uncomfortable with changes to, and the eventual sale of, their childhood home. When Tom turns up dead at the foot of the house’s staircase, Peter and JP suddenly have a mystery to solve. Michigan’s Role: Set in the ever-so-slightly disguised Detroit suburbs (Pleasant Woods, Royal Heights, Fernridge), Renovated nonetheless keeps its observations real: “On the west side of Woodward Avenue, the main thoroughfare that bisected the community, lavish dwellings rested on oversized lots belonging to the upper middle class. The east side — affectionately dubbed Peasant Woods — gave way to smaller properties whose owners, while still well-off, earned far smaller incomes.” Biggest Hook: Cozy mysteries live and die (ahem) by the company the reader gets to keep while the murder’s being solved, and from the first chapter, this group of witty gay men (and one straight antiquestore owner) make for some fun companions. Plus, if home renovation shows are your jam, there are plenty of architectural details that will probably seal the deal.

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 Mobsteel’s ’67 Motorcity Vice Lincoln — pictured above in a display concept by Detroit designer Brook Banham — can be seen at the Woodward Dream Show. See page 23 for details.

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New Life for Old Wheels How Mobsteel founders Adam and Pam Genei started their custom car company with welding torches and wound up leaders in auto design BY RO NA L D A H R ENS

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Ryan adds Lincoln badging. 

ADAM GENEI was enjoying a balmy May afternoon around the house when his mind turned, as it often does, to the subject of erosion. More specifically, his thoughts concerned the erosion of industrial vitality in the state of Michigan and throughout the U.S. Genei is 47 years old, which means that he was exposed to MTV Cribs at an impressionable age and got his fill of green Lamborghinis and glitz. Success, as he knew it, manifested in other ways. His Livingston County family was made up of do-it-yourselfers who would take on projects like rounding up three discarded snowmobiles and making one that worked. “The 1990s were showing us all of these riches,” Genei says. “It was about profits, and I knew that is not feasible for everybody.” After graduating from Hartland High School, he had undertaken studies in engineering but ended up with a business degree from Ferris State University. “I knew deep down inside I wasn’t going to work for wages the rest of my life.” Fallout from the dot-com bust of 2000 helped to determine matters, and in 2004, when he was 29 years old, he and his wife, Pam, launched Mobsteel, a design-build company in Detroit that specializes in creating custom vehicles from the Motor City’s finest vintage cars. A favorite makeover subject is the long, low, lightly adorned fourth-generation Lincoln Continental designed by Elwood Engel and made from 1961 to 1969. The Mobsteel Continentals sit lower, seem longer, and generally exude a bad attitude in keeping with the company’s name.

 Mobsteel owner and founder Adam Genei (left) and Steve Ryan attach the Lincoln hood to the ’67 Motorcity Vice Lincoln.

Ryan tightens down the ball joint. The purple Choppin’ Block suspension and the bubblegum pink Baer brake calipers tie in with the vice aesthetic. 

“One of the things that we were told over and over again was, ‘Listen, you guys build cool cars, but this is never going to catch on — nobody cares about Lincoln,’” he says. “We had a lot of critics.” The way he saw it, though, Mobsteel was out in front with its concept. Each car got its own handle, and Heavy Hitter won the 2007 Ford Design Award at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas — the first of many awards. Soon, Genei was guesting on TV shows, Mobsteel was building show cars for Big Three manufacturers, and a second brand called Detroit Steel Wheel Co. was launched with the knowledge that “if we wanted to grow something bigger and better, we had to manufacture it here.” The company operates in about 40,000 square feet in the Woodbridge neighborhood. The tally of successes has continued to grow. There have been partnerships with corporations, speaking engagements, and TV shows such as Mobsteel on NBCSN and Detroit Steel on the History Channel. In 2016, Genei received an honorary doctorate from Cleary University, delivered the commencement address there, and took a seat on the institution’s board of directors. Yet he’s still coming up with concepts for “super-sick” Lincolns. The latest — and perhaps the sickest — is Motorcity Vice, which will make its debut at the Woodward Dream Show presented by Comerica

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Genei attaches the grill of the ’67 Motorcity Vice Lincoln. 

Bank, to be held on Aug. 19 at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac (see sidebar for details). “Motorcity Vice is ’80s-style aesthetics,” says Brook Banham, an independent Detroit designer, artist, and teacher who often collaborates with Mobsteel. “It’s getting very popular now. The style is called by a few names, but one of them is ‘outrun.’” The aesthetic Banham is referring to gets its name from the 1986 arcade video game Out Run, with gridlines and lurid colors as integral features, but the term “synthwave” is synonymous. “The perfect analogy is the movie Tron, the first one, with those neon hot pinks and purple blues,” he says. Genei says the car, a 1967 Continental coupe, combines art, fashion, and automotive all into one. It was already painted by the time Banham joined the effort within the last year. He concentrated on graphic elements for a customizable interior flavor. For example, the door panels near the armrests can be swapped out with replacements, depending on one’s mood. “He left it open to me to create these patterns,” Banham says. “This will also translate to custom clothing.” He imagines a gangster couple emerging from the car wearing outfits that coordinate with the interior graphics. The Detroit Steel wheels also use the pattern. Banham is also creating a fullscale portrait of Motorcity Vice, in the spirit of artists Roy Lichtenstein and Shepard Fairey. The Woodward Dream Show will celebrate the centennial of Ford’s acquisition of the Lincoln

brand in 1922 for $8 million. One of the activities that day is Insiders’ Garage, a panel discussion with Genei, Kevin Byrd of the Two Guys Garage TV show and podcast, and Murray Pfaff of Royal Oak’s Pfaff Designs. Besides praising the merits of the fourth-generation Continental, Genei can be expected to propound his core message, saying, “We need to get back to this,” and “We need to get back to that.” Riding along with the synthwave of the 1980s was the practice of outsourcing manufacturing activities, which had an impoverishing effect as hundreds of parts-makers and machine shops closed. “Wealth is created by taking raw material and turning it into something, adding value to it,” Genei says on his balmy afternoon off. As he points out, manufacturing has required a lot of sacrifice and is “not the wine-and-cheese side of things.” He calls Detroit Steel Wheel a 17-year overnight success. It required “a crazy amount of diligence and investment. We were broke when we launched it.” Supply problems have meant a continuous back-order status since 2013, but he says the problem is being fixed and the business can scale up. Meanwhile, Genei is in the position to be as outrageous as he wants. “I can buy a $5,000 Ford LTD [from the late 1970s], put my own rims on it, and rock it most of the year, and it’s the coolest thing anybody’s ever seen.” It’s all about taking the car for what it was, he declares. “Mobsteel is a group of people celebrating that.”

The Vice Lincoln is on the lift, during an early production stage, as the interior is installed and custom wheels are designed. 

Dream Cruise Weekend Events Every summer, more than 1 million spectators gather along Woodward Avenue to behold the resplendent motorcade of 40,000 vintage automobiles, muscle cars, and other collector vehicles that is the Woodward Dream Cruise. Its route spans 16 miles, from Ferndale to Pontiac, making it the largest single-day classic car event in the world. Anyone with a classic car is welcome to participate on Saturday, Aug. 20, between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Smart Bus will provide free rides from all red Smart and Fast bus stops along Woodward during the event. And more weekend auto events … Friday, Aug. 19 Performance Park Classic Car Show: No cost. Noon - 7 p.m. Memorial Park, 31050 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak; woodwarddreamcruise.com

Pontiac Classic Car Show: No cost. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Pike Street and Saginaw Street, Pontiac; pontiaccruise.com Woodward Dream Show: $50. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. M1 Concourse, 1 Concourse Drive, Pontiac; m1concourse.com Saturday, Aug. 20 Cruise in Shoes 5K Run & Walk: $35. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Yorba Linda Boulevard, Royal Oak; cruiseinshoes.com Birmingham Cruise Classic Car Show: No cost. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; allinbirmingham.com Ford Bronco Show: No cost. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Memorial Park, 24099 Woodward Ave., Pleasant Ridge; thebronconation.com Woodward Dream Parade: No cost. 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Woodward Avenue and Widetrack Drive, Pontiac; m1concourse.com

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“I found this process that was something where I could reclaim my body, celebrate myself, and not feel bad about it.” —GISELA MCDANIEL

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Indigenous artist Gisela McDaniel uses mixed media and memorabilia in her portraits, aiming to uplift the stories of others.

GISELA MCDANIEL’S journey as an artist started in the second grade with a paintbrush and an imagination. Years later, McDaniel — who was born at a military base in Bellevue, Nebraska, and has Indigenous CHamoru roots from Guam — began painting herself and others professionally as an outlet from sexual trauma she experienced as an adult. She uplifts the stories of others through oil paintings with mixed media and memorabilia. Whether it be a subject’s favorite old piece of jewelry, a childhood toy, or a piece of clothing, McDaniel incorporates their keepsakes into her paintings. This gives viewers the chance to acknowledge the story behind the person in the painting in addition to the painting itself. The 27-year-old painter is now based in Detroit and represented by London-based gallery Pilar Corrias. Her portraits emphasize Black, Indigenous, and nonbinary people of color. McDaniel is breaking ground not only in Detroit but at both national and international galleries; her work can be found in Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Bangladesh. Earlier this year, McDaniel participated in the Institute of Contemporary Art Boston’s group exhibition A Place for Me: Figurative Painting Now and presented her solo exhibition Manhaga Fu’una at Pilar Corrias. These exhibitions tell the healing stories of Black, brown, and Indigenous women and nonbinary people of color. Hour Detroit spoke with McDaniel about her art,

the stories behind the people she paints (who she refers to as her “subject-collaborators”), and more.

Why did you choose painting as an outlet for your and others’ experiences and stories? I went

through some personal experiences where I was really frustrated. I found this process that was something where I could reclaim my body, celebrate myself, and not feel bad about it. That started with me on a private level just drawing myself. The process had always stayed the same, and the root of it was always what I needed. I realized what was helping me, and I just wanted to share it with other people.

How does your Indigenous CHamoru culture influence your work? When I’m doing self-por-

traits, I am thinking more about my movements going on the island [of Guam] and using my own figure to be more of a character to have conversations around that. When I’m doing a bunch of work on paper, I’m thinking about the military buildup or movement [such as the Indigenous youth leadership program Protect Guam Water]. The way I edit audio [from interviews with subjects] is very much like weaving. You’re not going to see me physically weaving in the work, but it’s something ancient CHamorus did and people do today. It’s something I want to honor in my heritage, but it’s not very physical. Explain the

references and details incorporated into your paintings. A lot of the things on the surface [of the

painting] are going to come from subject-collabora-

tors who donated [objects], which is completely optional. I think about wearables, jewelry, and clothes and how worn things have stories as well. You look at an outfit and you might remember an experience you had or look at jewelry and remember who gave it to you or why you bought it for yourself. We’re giving life to maybe a homecoming dress you wore that you’re never going to wear again or something that’s already messed up, and to honor that, that’s life. I’m also painting memorabilia and things people want surrounding them. It’s not necessarily physical objects. It’s almost like an altar built around you — they’re all hints about who you are. What do you hope people will take away from your art? I hope that people understand how much of a gift [my art] is and how much intimacy is involved in this practice. There’s a lot of layers to it and I hope people walk away just thinking about the fact that we all carry things and that we should be gentle with each other, we should be caring with each other. I’m blessed to get to learn from you all, hear stories, and I think those are the best lessons when it’s coming from a firsthand experience. It’s not the type of knowledge you learn in school — it’s just real-life shit. That’s such a precious thing to share. I hope some people feel celebrated; I hope some people see themselves and feel beautiful. Whether they’re in the piece or identify with it, I hope everybody else just listens. Find McDaniel’s works at giselamcdaniel.com.

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 Your haul from Taproot Farm comes with a list of the produce and prep notes.

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What’s Cooking? Metro Detroit food and beverage headlines BY D O RO THY HE RNANDE Z

Pop-up Val’s Pizza sets up shop at Bunny Bunny

A popular pizza pop-up has found a brick-and-mortar home (sort of). Val’s Pizza is sharing space with Eastern Market restaurant Bunny Bunny. Prior to this, you could find Val’s woodfired Neapolitan-style pies topped with fresh produce in playful combinations at bars and events around metro Detroit. Check out its schedule on Instagram @valspizzadetroit.

Street Beet chef to oversee Public House’s vegan menu Fans of Street Beet, a vegan restaurant formerly operating out of 3rd Street Bar and known for its plantbased takes on fast-food favorites, can now get their fix at Public House. Street Beet co-founder Megan Shaw has taken command of the vegan selection at the

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Ferndale hot spot, which recently underwent a full menu overhaul. Diners can expect vegan spins on comfort-food classics like Fried Chik’n Sammys and Chik’n & Waffles.

Fairway Packing launches retail store

After providing premium cuts like dry-aged Wagyu and certified Piedmontese beef to restaurants for decades, Eastern Marketbased Fairway Packing is branching out with a retail store. Established in 1956 by Emmet Baratta Sr. and his brothers, the Detroit business began by serving local butcher shops and built its butchery cred by placing emphasis on quality and sustainable sourcing. Now, with The Steak Shop, a nearly 1,300-square-foot space in Grosse Pointe Woods, customers can recreate that steakhouse experience at home.

Got ground cherries, fennel, and other perplexing produce in your community-supported agriculture (CSA) share? We went straight to the pros for preparation tips.

Ground cherries “Ground cherries are the baby cousin of tomatoes,” says Brittney Rooney of Beaverland Farms, a 2-acre urban farm in Detroit’s Brightmoor neighborhood. They like warm weather, so harvest time is around mid- to late July. “Once their hulls turn brown or they fall off the plant, you know they’re ready to eat. I believe they got the name ‘ground cherry’ because once they’re on the ground, you know they’re ripe.” While the Beaverland farmers like to eat ground cherries raw as a snack, it also makes for a sweet dessert. “The texture of a ground cherry is somewhere between a cherry tomato and grape. I think they have a more tropical flavor to them, slightly acidic but slightly sweet. When they’re fully ripe, I think they taste a bit like pineapple,” Rooney says.

Mini fennel Seth Schmiedeknecht and Caroline Wright, of Good Neighbor Farm, met working with an agriculture nonprofit in West Virginia in 2015. “That encounter with farming was the beginning of our journey into agriculture, and we only fell more in love with it from there,” says Wright, who grew up in Ann Arbor. “After being away for nearly 10 years, [I] was eager to return home. We caught wind of an opportunity to lease land through Ann Arbor Township, so we sent in a proposal and were approved. We are so grateful for the opportunity to farm in Ann Arbor.” Wright says her favorite way to cook mini fennel is with onions. “I slice both up into thin strips and saute them until both are caramelized. The flavors complement each other and, I think, make both more delicious! You can add this mixture to a salad, to top off burgers, or my favorite … pizza.”

Tomatillos Karen Troshynski-Thomas and her family moved to Oakland Township from Rochester in 2017. She started Taproot Farm the following spring. TroshynskiThomas grows a variety of vegetables, beginning in the spring with Asian greens, arugula, spinach, lettuce, radish, and scapes. Zucchini and cucumber come later, along with beans, eggplant, and eventually peppers, tomatoes, and tomatillos. Tomatillos, a green fruit similar in shape to a tomato and native to Mexico, are less familiar to some of Taproot Farm’s CSA members, TroshynskiThomas says. “I have never eaten them raw,” she says. “I always cook them on the stovetop for salsa verde, which I use as both a salsa and the basis for slowcooked beef tacos.”

Tomatillo Salsa Recipe Courtesy of Taproot Farm, adapted from the book Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone by Deborah Madison Ingredients: 1p ound tomatillos, washed and husked 2 chilies, quartered and seeds removed (Troshynski-Thomas prefers aji chinchi, a small yellow pepper, for color but any chili will do) 1s mall red onion, sliced 1 /8 cup cilantro ¼-½ teaspoon salt Directions: Place tomatillos in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce heat to a simmer. Cook just until the tomatillos are a dull green. Drain and leave in pan. Add chilies, onion, and cilantro and use an immersion blender to puree. Add ¼ teaspoon salt and taste. Add additional salt if needed. This salsa can be frozen in flattened plastic bags for the winter. TroshynskiThomas uses this as a regular salsa for chips and also adds it to a slow-cooked cut of beef or chicken for tacos or enchiladas.

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The Boogaloo sandwich at Chef Greg’s Soul ’n the Wall

Let’s start with the saucy behemoth known as the Boogaloo sandwich, available exclusively at the southwest corner of Wyoming Avenue and Curtis Street in Detroit. It’s a simple dish that recalls a hoagie — seasoned ground beef, caramelized onions, and melted cheese on a toasted 8-inch bun (freshly made at Tringali’s Bakery), smothered in the signature Boogaloo sauce. It’s that sweet and tangy sauce that sets it apart. It’s a staple from the now-defunct Brother’s Bar-B-Que that chef Gregory Beard has kept alive at his Soul ’n the Wall since 2006. 10009 Curtis St., Detroit

Lamb fahsah at Yemen Cafe

There’s an abundance of food from the Arab world in and around Detroit. Even with such fierce competition, Yemen Cafe in Hamtramck stands out. I’ve never gone wrong ordering anything here, and it’s easy to lose yourself in the menu — the chicken lemon rice soup is the best around; the lamb agadah is a traditional Yemeni dish that’s perfectly spiced. It’s the lamb fahsah, however, that I’ve chosen as an essential Detroit dish. This is one of the most popular items on the menu, a traditional Yemeni lamb stew with a bunch of spices and served in a superheated stone pot. Order with a side of Yemeni bread and labneh with fresh mint and garlic, and you’ve got yourself one of the best meals in the city. 8740 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck; yemencaferestaurant.com

The döner benedict and khachapuri at Supergeil

This is the youngest restaurant of the bunch, but Supergeil makes the list for its unique approach to the lamb and beef döner kebab, a sandwich that’s popular throughout Berlin — the same city that influenced the rest of Supergeil’s menu. Here, the staff breaks down the döner kebab and turns it into a benedict — only available during brunch on Sundays (for now). Another staple here on that same brunch menu is the variety of khachapuri, a yogurtand egg-based dough that is formed into a pide boat and baked with a mixture of mozzarella and cream cheese. 2442 Michigan Ave., Detroit; supergeildetroit.com

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Five Detroit Foods That Ain’t a Damn Coney Dog or Pizza ST ORY A ND PH O T OS BY RYA N PATR I C K H O O PER

WE’ VE BEEN DROWNING IN CHILI in Detroit, but you wouldn’t know it. We never call for help. We happily worship the Coney dog in this town, washing it down with a square piece of pizza like it’s some sacred ritual that has existed since time immemorial. But there are other essential Detroit foods that define this city and don’t get the love they deserve. The commonality between the new and the old is our tendency to embrace foods that feel inherently tied to our blue-collar, factory-floor history. Their providers range from an array of Mexican restaurants to small holes-in-thewall and the latest in contemporary dining. This is not a complete list. It’s a start to show what happens when you think beyond the bun and outside the pizza box.

The Big Baby Burger at Food Exchange

Corned beef is a staple at our delis and on our homemade menus in spring. At Food Exchange Restaurant on the city’s east side, it’s the yearround centerpiece of the Big Baby Burger — a 10-ounce patty of ground beef topped with corned beef, cheese, and the usual suspects and served on a fresh onion roll (there’s a 5-ounce Junior Big Baby for the timid, but honestly, you want the original — it’s that good). Be patient — everything’s made to order and never frozen, so expect a 20-minute wait. This is a no-frills, only-thelocals-know-about-it type of place that defines Detroit’s dining scene, and the Big Baby Burger deserves to be in the convo for the best burger in the city. 8451 Harper Ave., Detroit; foodexchangerestaurant.com

The original botana at Armando’s

Botana in Spanish simply means “appetizer” — it could be anything. In this case, it’s a slice of Tex-Mex from San Antonio that found its way to Detroit in 1975 courtesy of Armando Galan, the founder of Armando’s in southwest Detroit. His botana is a mix of chorizo and refried bean, topped with a hefty portion of green peppers, tomatoes, avocados, jalapenos, and an insane amount of Muenster cheese. The botana has become a staple at Mexican restaurants throughout metro Detroit, with each business putting its own twist on this crisp appetizer. 4242 Vernor Highway, Detroit; armandosmexicantown.com

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New Wave in St. Clair Shores The quiet waterfront community’s downtown social district is southeast Michigan’s newest dining and drinking destination BY M I CK EY LYONS | ILLUSTRATION BY LIN DSEY SPI NKS

NOT LONG AFTER THE BAR OPENS on a May Saturday, Caché Cocktail & Wine Bar owner Dave Harden checks in with beverage director Joe Schubert. Schubert is pureeing peaches and berries for the evening’s specials: frozen sangria and peach margaritas. It’s going to be a busy night, but they’re both hoping the rain will hold off. The first social district event of the summer season is about to kick off in downtown St. Clair Shores. Featuring concerts and a family-friendly vibe, the Downtown St. Clair Shores Social District attracts residents and visitors with food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, and game booths. Summer and fall events take place two Saturdays a month from 5 p.m. to midnight, during which Greater Mack Avenue is closed to vehicle traffic. Plans for the downtown social district started in early 2021, alongside the development of a new Downtown Development Authority. In late summer 2021, a few test events laid the groundwork, with cornhole tournaments, outdoor concerts, and food and drink specials from Shores Inn, Firehouse Pub, and Copper Hop Brewing Co. These events proved popular enough, says Copper Hop owner Ryan Balicki, that downtown business owners set up regular meetings to make sure they could hit the ground running this summer. “From a sales standpoint,” Balicki says, “[the social district events are] usually at least double what a normal Saturday would be for us. So it’s definitely proved helpful.” That’s one of the reasons that Harden (who also owns Butter Run Saloon) decided to open a second bar, Caché, in the social district. “There are a lot of great bars in St. Clair Shores, and the Nautical Mile [the marina area] does a great job bringing people in,” Harden says. “I wanted to come in and try and develop the downtown district a little bit more.” The popularity of the events and the lack of grumbling about pedestrian-only traffic show St. Clair Shores’ growing appeal to younger residents. Adil Yamin is a district manager for liquor company William Grant & Sons; for his job, he visits bars and restaurants all over metro Detroit. In 2019, Yamin and his now-wife, Chloe, were living in Sterling Heights and Royal Oak. When Yamin found an old fixer-upper in St. Clair Shores, he says, it was a no-brainer.

 The Downtown St. Clair Shores Social District — where patrons can carry alcohol in marked containers out of resident bars and restaurants to be enjoyed within district limits — is attracting younger crowds.

“I grew up fishing and hanging out in St. Clair Shores with my dad,” he says. “When I started dating [Chloe], we would go to Butter Run and a few other places and hang out.” Now, they walk to the downtown social district with their infant son just about every time there’s an event. “It’s always been that quiet waterfront community. But over the last few years since I’ve been here, I’m seeing more and more bars and restaurants with more elevated food.” Caché’s Schubert is happy to hear that. After spending years as a downtown Detroit craft bartender, he jumped at the chance to shape the program at Caché. “I’d say 95 percent of the people

that come in the door have walked here,” he says. “That’s how we designed the space and the bar — to be a neighborhood lounge.” The influx of young people, and young families, has helped the Downtown St. Clair Shores Social District establish itself as a new dining and drinking destination in metro Detroit. Balicki, like Yamin, has a young family and is glad to see the crowds at Copper Hop on social district days. From the brewery, he says, “It’s really cool to see the people coming in and out, the street in front of our business being packed with people that are drinking and playing and kids getting their face painted and playing.”

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cheese. Meatier highlights include a turkey and gouda sandwich, and BLTA with cider house bacon. 1049 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-285-8006. B,L daily.

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 sandwich with portobello mushrooms, zucchini, and goat

$ 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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$$ Brome Modern Eatery BURGERS • This healthy spin on a classic serves neverfrozen, grass-fed, antibiotic-free, organic burgers. There’s beef, chicken, haddock, and vegetarian dishes — but no pork, as the restaurant is halal. There’s also a cold-pressed juice bar. 22062 Michigan Ave., Dearborn; 313-996-5050. L,D Mon.-Sun. $$$$ Bronze Door NEW AMERICAN • One of the newest restaurants under the Joe Vicari Restaurant Group brand (in partnership with Tony Soave of Soave Enterprises) revives the well-known name of a Grosse Pointe staple from the mid1900s. In the 1960s and 1970s, 123 Kercheval Ave. was home to the Bronze Door, which closed to make way for The Hill Seafood and Chop House. In 2021, it was born again as the Bronze Door, offering classic bistro fare like steak frites and house specialties such as Potato Pillows and Shrimp (butter fondue, sage, cracked pepper, pecorino Romano, and truffle). 123 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-886-8101. D Mon.-Sat. Bucharest Grill $ MEDITERRANEAN-AMERICAN • This bustling casual sandwich shop, now with five locations, is a cult favorite with its fresh Mediterranean fare, notably the best chicken shawarma wrap sandwiches in town. We’re serious. See bucharestgrill.com for locations and hours. Cadieux Café $$ 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 $$$ ITALIAN • This intimate spot offers well-prepared food that includes eight appetizers, more than a dozen pasta dishes, and 16 main plates, notable among which are tournedos di vitello — medallions of veal filet in a fresh mushroom sauce. The wine list is impressive as well. 98 Kercheval Ave., Grosse Pointe Farms; 313-308-3120. D Tue-Sat. Cantoro Italian Market and Trattoria $$ 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. $$ Capers STEAKHOUSE • This is the type of place longtime Detroit natives describe like an old friend. On Gratiot Avenue between Seven and Eight Mile roads, this place has been packing them in for nearly 40 years. There’s a massive a la carte menu, with items such as barbecue babyback ribs and potato skins, but the main draw is steak by the ounce, at market price. 14726 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; 313-527-2100. L,D Wed.-Sun. Caucus Club $$$ TRADITIONAL AMERICAN • The reborn spot emphasizes service and a traditional steak and seafood theme,

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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. 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. 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. Coriander Kitchen and Farm $$ GASTROPUB • At this Jefferson Chalmers eatery, guests can rent fire pits and roast housemade marshmallows to make s’mores, or sip mugs of Hot Buttered Rum. By day, grab a picnic table and dip hunks of grilled flatbread into creamy fish dip made with smoked white fish and lake trout and seasoned with herbs from the farm. 14601 Riverside Blvd., Detroit; 313-822-4434. D Thurs.-Sat. BR Sun. Cork & Gabel $$$ 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. $$$ 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.) $ 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

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.

along with the schnitzelbank song. 17324 John R St., Detroit; 313-867-9722. D Thu.-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.

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

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.

Detroit Vegan Soul $ VEGAN • The popular spot offers your classic soul food favorites but with plant-based twists — mac and cheese, maple-glazed yams, collard greens, and interpretations of catfish and pepper steak. 19614 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313-766-5728. L,D Wed.-Sat. 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.

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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 sauce. It’s a delicious dinner spot you don’t want to miss and an unassuming Latin-American find in Detroit’s Springwells Village. 1312 Springwells St., Detroit; 313-297-2360. L,D Tue.-Sun. El Barzon $ MEXICAN-ITALIAN • Norberto Garita prepares Italian and Mexican cuisines alongside his wife, Silvia Rosario Garita. Authentic Mexican entrees include enchiladas

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$ 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 pizza version of the popular burger. 2135 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-315-3177. L,D Fri.-Mon. 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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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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.

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.

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.

$$ 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; 248-544-6250. 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 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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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isfy a craving for steak in elegant surroundings with hospitable service. 155 W. Congress St., Detroit; 313962-0277. D Mon.-Sat. Leila $$$ LEBANESE • The restaurant from the proprietors of Birmingham’s Phoenicia is named after the owner’s mother — just one facet of the establishment that pays homage to family traditions and heritage. The menu includes various Lebanese dishes, from falafel to Leila’s Bolognese, featuring spaghetti, pine nut, and basil. Other menu items include sujuk — a spicy Armenian sausage — and tabbouleh made of parsley, cracked wheat, and spices. The beer and wine lists offer plenty of options to accompany any meal. 1245 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-816-8100; D Sun., L&D Mon.-Sat. Lucy & the Wolf $$ 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, 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. 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. 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.

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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 $$ ITALIAN-AMERICAN • Bruno DiFabio, a six-time World Pizza Games champ, rejects the label New York-style for his fare. “It’s authentic New York pizza,” he says. In a hurry? Grab a slice from Side Hustle, Mootz’s by-theslice counter next door. 1230 Library St., Detroit; 313243-1230. L Fri.-Sun., D Mon-Thu. Motor City Brewing Works $ BREWERY • Just 15 mostly nontraditional pizzas on excellent, chewy crust, and the option to build your own pie with various toppings. Plus, salads from locally grown greens to accompany the house-brewed beers. 470 W. Canfield St., Detroit; 19350 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-832-2700. L,D daily. Mudgie’s Deli $ DELI • Seats are often filled in search of the House Smoked Pastrami Reuben or the Brooklyn (beef brisket, bacon, and beer cheese). The dinner menu features meat and cheese boards as well as build-your-own sandwich options. It’s a delicious place for a meal any time. 1413 Brooklyn St., Detroit; 313-961-2000. B Tue.Sat. L Mon.-Sat. Nico & Vali $$ 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.

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.

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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Parc $$$ NEW AMERICAN • Excellent food, exceptional service, and a crisp and formal but distinctly unstuffy atmosphere set this Campus Martius gem apart. Appetizer highlights include a bright and fresh tuna tartare and wood-roasted oysters. Creamy roasted garlic butter and lemon add a zippy touch to the roasted oysters. Main courses are exceptional, including an interesting blend of Italian food, woodgrilled whole fish, and organic Scottish salmon. There’s also a large selection of dry-aged gourmet steaks, wood-grilled and served tableside. The wine selection is impressive and caters to a diverse set of price ranges and wine drinkers, so you won’t be disappointed with any bottle here. 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-922-7272. L,D daily. BR Sat.-Sun. $$ 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. 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;

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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.

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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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 yes, there’s a burger made with a dry-aged butcher’s blend — oysters, king crab, and caviar aren’t far behind. An elegant white and gold setting backgrounds it all. 1145 Griswold St., Detroit; 313-636-3100. D Mon.-Sun., BR Sat.-Sun.

Prism $$$ NEW AMERICAN • Greektown Casino-Hotel’s renamed eatery is located off the main casino. The menu features local ingredients, steaks, and fresh seafood. 555 E. Lafayette St., Detroit; 313-309-2499. D Wed.-Sun. Red Dunn Kitchen $$ 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. Red Smoke Barbeque $$ BARBEQUE • At Red Smoke, hickory and applewood-

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smoked 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.

$ 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; 313-315-3077. L Sat.Sun., D nightly.

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.

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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.

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.

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 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. The Sardine Room $$$ SEAFOOD • A seafood restaurant and raw bar, The Sardine Room is fresh, fun, and energetic, with a clean-line décor and a menu full of surprises. For starters, there is a Seafood Louie featuring jumbo lump crab, shrimp, egg, avocado, tomato, and bibb lettuce. Worthwhile is a grouper sandwich that’s available seared, pan-fried, or blackened. 340 S. Main St., Plymouth; 734-416-0261. D daily, BR Sun. Savannah Blue $$ 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. 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. Scotty Simpson’s Fish & Chips $ SEAFOOD • Head to this Brightmoor spot for perfectly prepared fish and chips. The key to Scotty’s

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Selden Standard $$$ NEW AMERICAN • What sets Selden Standard apart is that it is moving Detroit into a new era in which upperend dining with starched linen and tuxedoed waiters doesn’t hold much interest anymore. Chef Andy Hollyday, a multiple James Beard semifinalist, does farm-totable 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.

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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; 313-5674400. L,D Tue.-Sat.

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SheWolf Pastificio & Bar $$$ ITALIAN • Chef Anthony Lombardo takes fresh and housemade to a new level with this Midtown restaurant that serves only dinner from a menu inspired by Italian cooking specific to Rome. Milling all of his own flour for his pastas, breads, and polenta in house, Lombardo, well known as the former executive chef at Bacco, serves a selection of simple but elegant regional Italian dishes. 438 Selden St., Detroit; 313-315-3992. D Tue.-Sun. Slows Bar BQ $$ 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; 313-9629828. L,D daily. Slows To Go in Midtown: 4107 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-309-7560. L,D Wed.-Sun. Smith & Co. $$$ NEW AMERICAN • This Cass Corridor bar and restaurant is housed in the old Smith Welding Supply & Equipment Company building — hence cement ceilings and exposed brick that evoke an industrial vibe. The menu features small plates, sandwiches, and entrees such as mushroom toast; braised lamb shank; the fried chicken bowl with sweet sesame sauce and kimchi; and the Smith Burger, soy-ginger marinated and topped with a fried egg. Beverage options include craft beer, wine, and fresh takes on classic cocktails. 644 Selden St, Detroit; 313-6381695. D Wed.-Sun. Standby $$ 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. 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.

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

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3 roma tomatoes, cut into quarters 1 lemon, sliced 4 sprigs of basil Infuse lobster stock with tomatoes, lemon, and basil for 30-35 minutes at a slow simmer.

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Ingredients:

6 ounces pasta, high-quality dried or fresh, spaghetti style 4 cups Lobster Stock (see right) 4 o unces San Marzano tomatoes, drained of their juice and roughly chopped 6 ounces fresh lobster meat, large chunks 4 ounces butter, unsalted ½ teaspoon lemon juice 5 t ablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, separated into 1 tablespoon and 4 tablespoons, plus extra for drizzling tomatoes 2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves 4 large leaves basil, sliced in large pieces 6 o unces cherry tomatoes, slightly dehydrated (see right) 2 small ripe avocados, skin removed and sliced ¼-inch thick Sea salt to taste Garnish Herb Oil (see right)

Directions:

Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente (timing will depend on whether using dried or fresh). Drain and set aside until ready to use. Reduce the lobster stock and San Marzano tomatoes. Once reduced by half, add lobster meat and cooked pasta. Finish cooking the pasta as the sauce reduces and glazes the pasta. Once the pasta is finished cooking, add the butter, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil and mix well. Finish by tossing in the tarragon, basil, and cherry tomatoes. Garnish with avocados and drizzle with garnish herb oil.

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6 ounces cherry tomatoes, cut in half Sea salt to taste Extra-virgin olive oil Season with sea salt and drizzle lightly with extra-virgin olive oil. Place in a 200 degrees F oven for 10-15 minutes.

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2 ounces minced mint, parsley, and basil 1 t ablespoon chopped preserved lemon and pine nuts 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Mix herbs, preserved lemon, and pine nuts with oil. Place in a 200 degrees F oven for 10-15 minutes.

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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 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. 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; 313-334-6099. 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.

FEATURED

Bar Verona

ITALIAN Modernized, made-fromscratch Italian favorites curated by Chef Salvatore Borgia as well as fresh craft cocktails fill the menu at this stylish eatery. Homemade pastas, such as the Pasta D’Angelo, and specialty pizzas, including The Verona and the Roasted Mushroom, as well as a selection of steaks and seafood dishes typify the contemporary approach to fresh and uncomplicated Italian cuisine. 500 Loop Road, Commerce Charter Township; 248-3875400. 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.

Bi Bim Bab $$ KOREAN • Though sushi and a small selection of Japanese entrees share the bill here, it’s Korean food at center stage — on barbecue grills, on which meat and seafood are grilled to order. Or come for the restaurant’s namesake. 43155 Main St., Novi; 248-3486800. L,D daily.

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.

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

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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2005

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.

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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2003

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

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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.

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.

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.

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 $$ PERUVIAN • Native Peruvian Betty Shuell brings a taste of her home to Ferndale. The casual, homey, seat-yourself establishment is named after an herb that is often used in traditional Peruvian cooking. An especially notable dish is the Pollo a la Brasa, marinated chicken served with French fries, rice, and a variety of dipping sauces. 22939 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-632-1055. L,D daily. $$$ 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. Eddie’s Gourmet $$ NEW AMERICAN • Chef Eddie Hanna’s gourmet diner is a simple concept that works to perfection. The menu offers standard selection of breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches, and lunch specials, but the real draw is the counter-side gourmet and pasta specials. Offerings include Veal Marsala and Chicken Milano 25920 Greenfield Road, Oak Park; 248-968-4060. L,D Mon-Sat. Elie’s Mediterranean Grill/Bar $$ 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.

Honcho $ 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; 248707-3793. L,D daily.

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2002

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.

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.

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.

Forest $$$ EUROPEAN-INSPIRED • The menu is brief but

$ 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 — Japanese-style 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.

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 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.

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.

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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.

$$ 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.

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

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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.

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

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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, Detroitstyle 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.

Lao Pot $$$ CHINESE • In 2019, the owners of Madison Heights’ international market 168 Asian Mart opened Lao Pot, which specializes in Chinese Hot Pot cuisine. Hot Pot is a traditional method of cooking, using a pot of simmering broth, which sits in the center of the dining table. Lao Pot allows diners to customize and cook their meals right at their tables, combining great food and a memorable experience. 32707 John R. Road, Madison Heights; 248-689-9888. L,D daily. La Strada Dolci e Caffé $ ITALIAN • A slice of European elegance offers an impeccable little menu of Italian dishes and rich coffees and espresso. Paninis, delicious fresh green salads, hearty minestrone soup, pastas, pizzas, and decadent and artistically crafted pastries are prettily served and very tasty. 243 E. Merrill St., Birmingham; 248-480-0492. D Tue.-Sat. Lelli’s Inn $$ 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. 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.

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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.

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. $$ The Morrie NEW AMERICAN • Music and munchies can be a great combination when served in the right proportions. Such offerings as the smoked chicken wings, smoked apple burnt ends and Detroit style pizza, as well as the requisite burger and steak, appeal to a wide demographic. The rock’n’roll-themed eatery also brought its much-loved American dishes and cocktails to Birmingham in 2019. 511 S. Main St., Royal Oak; 248-216-1112. D daily. 260 N. Old Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-940-3260. L,D Mon.Fri., B,L,D Sat.-Sun. BR Sat.-Sun.

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 Fri.-Sat. Tea by reservation. Lower level not wheelchair accessible. Mare Mediterranean $$$$ SEAFOOD • Inspired by restaurants in Sicily where the catch of the day is the basis of dinner, this sophisticated restaurant from Nino Cutraro and his partner offers the freshest seafood flown in from the Mediterranean several times a week. You select the type of fish you want from the market in front of the open kitchen and how you want it prepared (acqua pazza, salt baked, grilled, or pan fried). It’s then served tableside in glorious fashion. Not to be missed are the Mare Tower and moussaka. It’s a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. 115 Willits St., Birmingham; 248-9405525. D Tue.-Sat. Market North End $$ 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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2008

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

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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; 248-5844227. L,D daily. BR Sun.

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; 248808-6633. 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; 248808-6244. 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. $ 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

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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.

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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. 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

Ingredients:

6 leftover vegan blueberry muffins 4 cups oats 3/4 cup sliced almonds or nuts of your choosing 3/4 cup maple syrup or honey 3/4 cup canola, avocado, or vegetable oil

Directions:

Combine everything in a large bowl. Divide into two batches and spread each half of the mixture evenly on a cookie sheet lined with parchment. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes then carefully stir with a metal spatula by flipping from underneath the granola. Be careful not to break it up too much. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown. The granola will crisp as it cools. If it is too soft after cooling or it gets stale, bake again for an additional 5-10 minutes.

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Butter Run Saloon $ 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; 586-675-2115. L,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.

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; 313-723-1000. D daily.

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 by offering traditional Italian dining with an upbeat modern twist. 49521 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; 586-731-7544. L,D Tue.-Fri., D Sat., L,D Sun.

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.

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.

Detroit Fish House $$ SEAFOOD • This restaurant feels like a true coastal eatery, thanks to an extensive menu of fresh fish and seafood that ranges from salmon to Lake Superior whitefish — all served in a well-designed setting. 51195 Schoenherr Road, Shelby Charter Township; 586-739-5400. L Mon.-Fri., D daily.

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.

$$ Vinsetta Garage NEW AMERICAN • This restaurant, which is housed in a vintage car-repair shop, offers well-prepared comfort-food classics such as burgers served on pretzel buns, macaroni and cheese, the Chef Bowl with spaghetti and tomato basil sauce, pizzas, and brown sugar-glazed salmon. A restaurant that pays true homage to the city of Detroit. 27799 Woodward Ave., Berkley; 248-548-7711. L,D daily. $$ 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.

Macomb Andiamo $$ ITALIAN • Over the past three decades, Joe Vicari has established several Andiamo restaurants in metro Detroit, all inspired by the late master chef Aldo Ottaviani’s philosophy of seasonal, from-scratch cooking. Menus differ slightly between locations, but the constant is fresh, housemade pastas — handcrafted by the trinity of “pasta ladies,” Anna, Tanya, and Angelina, who have carried on the tradition. The Warren location is the flagship that started it all. 7096 14 Mile Road, Warren; 586-268-3200. L,D Mon.-Fri., D Sat.-Sun. Barleycorn’s Public House $$ GASTROPUB • This casual spot offers a wide-ranging cocktail menu, craft beers, and elevated pub fare (try the Southerner, a buttermilk-soaked fried chicken, or the fish and chips). Located near Emagine theater, it’s an ideal spot to grab a burger and drinks before or after a movie. 50985 Hayes Road, Shelby Township; 586-271-8700. L,D Tue.-Fri., D Sat.-Sun. Bar Verona $$ ITALIAN • Scratch-made Italian favorites as well as fresh craft cocktails fill the menu at this stylish eatery. Homemade pastas, such as Giuseppe’s and Spaghetti al Basilico, and specialty pizzas, including The Verona and the Truffle Mushroom, as well as a selection of steaks and seafood dishes typify the modernized approach to fresh and uncomplicated Italian cuisine. 59145 Van Dyke Ave., Washington; 586-473-0700. D daily.

Gaudino’s $$ ITALIAN • The trending market-restaurant combo 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.

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J. Baldwin’s Restaurant $$$ NEW AMERICAN • The menu showcases talented chef Jeff Baldwin’s contemporary American food: cedarplanked 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.

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 CocaCola-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.

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.

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.

$ 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; 586-532-9669. L,D Tue.-Sat. $$ Steakhouse 22 STEAKHOUSE • The late Nick Andreopoulos once spent time as a “broiler man” at London Chop House. His family stays true to those roots at this American steakhouse with a casual, neighborhood feel. They offer an array of well-prepared angus steaks, plus seafood and pasta dishes. With the sizable lunch and portions offered at Steakhouse 22, good luck saving room for dessert! 48900 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; 586-731-3900. L,D Tue.-Sun. Testa Barra $$ 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.

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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 Parkway, Sterling Heights; 586883-7526. D Tue.-Sat., BR Sun.

Blue LLama Jazz Club $$ CREATIVE AMERICAN • Come to this swanky jazz club for the music, which includes headliners such as the Grammy-nominated Ravi Coltrane Quartet, but stay for Chef Louis Goral’s delicious food. Try the crispy foie gras PB&J with Marcona almonds and strawberry jam. There is also a delicious Sunday brunch with decadent orange blossom beignets and strawberry pancakes. 314 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734-372-3200. D Tue.-Sat. $$ 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 oys-

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R E STAU R A N T L I STI N G S 0 8 . 2 2 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.

ters 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.

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.

Mani Osteria & Bar $$ ITALIAN • This popular casual restaurant infuses freshness with lower prices than most osterias in the area. It’s a well-rounded blend of modern, eclectic Italian with classic standbys. The pizzas are hot, fresh and perfectly executed to suit your tastes. 341 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor; 734-769-6700. L Fri.-Sun., D Wed.-Sun. Miss Kim $$ 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. Paesano $$ ITALIAN • With a friendly waitstaff and decked in vibrant colors, this lively restaurant is not to be missed. The innovative menu changes seasonally. Must-tries have included the pasta carbonara, featuring shrimp, duck bacon, and Italian greens, as well as beet and ricotta gnocchi with brown butter. 3411 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-971-0484. L,D daily. $$ 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. $$ Shalimar INDIAN • Offering North Indian, Tandoori, and Mughlai dishes, Shalimar is suitable for carnivores and herbivores alike. Standouts include the Tandoori Lamb Chops marinated in creamy yogurt, spicy ginger, and fresh garlic, which is best eaten with the restaurant’s flavorful, chewy garlic naan served fresh and hot. 307 S. Main St., Ann Arbor;734-663-1500. L, D daily. Slurping Turtle $ JAPANESE • This fun, casual Ann Arbor restaurant, owned by celebrity chef Takashi Yagihashi, offers plenty of shareable dishes, such as hamachi tacos and duck-fat fried chicken. But the star at Slurping Turtle is the noodle (Yagihashi’s “soul food”), which is made in-house daily on a machine imported from Japan. 608 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor; 734-887-6868. L,D daily. The Boro Dining Room and Bar $$$$ NEW AMERICAN • Much like the restaurant’s ambience, the cuisine at The Boro is both refined and

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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.

Yotsuba Japanese Restaurant & Bar $$ JAPANESE • The semi-circular sushi bar is the center of this restaurant. Sushi chef Bobby Suzuki has a loyal following for his precise nigiri rolls. There are also tatami rooms and conventional seating. 7365 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township; 248737-8282. 2222 Hogback Road, Ann Arbor; 734-9715168. L,D Tue.-Sun. Zingerman’s Delicatessen $ SANDWICH/DELI • Zingerman’s Delicatessen is a household name for Michiganians, and a must-try staple in Ann Arbor. The temptations at Zingerman’s are endless: fresh breads and a menu of filling sandwiches, olive oils and housemade balsamic vinegars, chilies, and mustards. 422 Detroit St., Ann Arbor; 734663-3354. B,L,D daily. Zingerman’s Roadhouse $$$ CLASSIC COMFORT • This eatery celebrates the food of various American cities, from fresh Maryland crab cakes to the delicacies of New Orleans. The buttermilk biscuits are beyond-this-world. 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor; 734-663-3663. B,L,D daily.

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planning meetings for the park. I really had no sense that I wanted to be a park ranger, but I found myself on a four-year contract and working as a consultant when it was in the planning stages. I have always lived my life in total surprise of my next steps. I never expected anything. I didn’t expect to do it for as long as I did. But I felt that there were women and people of the war whose stories had been ignored. Rosie the Riveter’s story was a white woman’s story. I felt my role was expanding the story and pushing it beyond the limits. I felt as if what was locked up in me was an important part of the story that needed to be told.

Tell me about your days during the Civil Rights Movement, when you discovered your knack for songwriting. What role did music play in your life at that time?

It was a period of great disturbance. We were living in a mostly white suburb and faced quite a bit of racism. I guess I was in the middle of a mental breakdown. My husband gave me a guitar for my birthday, and I began to teach myself how to play. At first, I didn’t know I was writing my own songs. I thought I was remembering other people’s songs. Eventually, I realized they were mine. I was in the suburbs raising my four children while my husband was always working. Music was a way to travel without leaving my children. Before music, I didn’t know who I was or who I would be if I weren’t a stay-at-home mother. Music helped me know myself.

As someone who has seen so many stages of societal evolution, how would you say life has changed for women of color over the years?

I guess I feel there’s never been a time that women of color have had more of a stage. There’s more of a stage, more of a platform. I think that we’re learning that we’ve always been on top of things. There have always been times when women of color have had it together, but we haven’t known it. We’re beginning to know now what has been true all along.

What is in store for you now that you’re retired?

I feel like I’ve lived so many lives. I think that I have learned that most people don’t remember much of what they’ve lived. The fact that I have such a good memory, it makes me really feel like I’ve lived. I’m not sure what hopes I have now. I really feel like I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up. To join Soskin’s virtual chats and learn more about Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park, go to nps.gov/rori/ index.htm

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A smile is the universal welcome, and that’s what the team of professionals at Comfort Dental Spa believe in. Dr. Aziza Askari bases her recommendations on each patient’s individual needs, desires, and circumstances. Her patients turn to her for dental implants, sleep apnea treatment, and TMJ disorders. She’s dedicated to meeting patients’ goals with warmth and compassion, and specializes in working with specialists to perform cosmetic smile makeovers that may require implants, Invisalign® treatment, and veneers.

Dr. Edward Essayan taught graduate orthodontics for 30 years at Detroit Mercy Dental School and has expertise in working with children who are diagnosed with sleep apnea and ADHD. His philosophy is to provide comprehensive, gentle orthodontic care with an emphasis on function, prevention, and aesthetics. He works with specialists in complicated smile cases. Whatever your family’s orthodontic needs, the experts at Comfort Dental Spa will help you find your happiest smile.

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DR. MUNEGUADIANO GOWDA, M.D., F.A.C.S. — PLASTIC SURGERY CENTERS KRISTIE & TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC 26850 PROVIDENCE PARKWAY, STE. 125, NOVI, MI 48374 | 248-305-8400 | GOWDAMD.COM 665 HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 3270 W. BIG BEAVER RD., STE. 415, TROY, MI 48084 | 248-530-0000 | GOWDAMD.COM

Dr. Mune Gowda is an award-winning plastic surgeon who delivers natural-looking results for his patients. He exclusively performs cosmetic surgery of the face and body, and is highly skilled in the latest advances in rhinoplasty, including Piezo and Preservation, which are less invasive and require less downtime. Dr. Gowda and his team offer cosmetic treatments including lasers, injectables, and micro-needling. He performs surgery at his private, state-of-the-art, certified surgical center on the Novi campus of Providence Hospital. He also has privileges at

Beaumont/Royal Oak and Providence hospitals. Dr. Gowda’s awards include: Newsweek/America’s Best Plastic Surgeons Face-lift 2021; Michigan Top Docs 2020-2022; Top 10 Plastic Surgeons 2020-2022, National Academy of Plastic Surgeons; 10 Best Plastic Surgeons 2018-2021, American Institute of Plastic Surgeons; Top Doctor 2018/Top Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons; Top Plastic Surgeon 2017, Leading Physicians of the World; America’s Top Surgeons, Consumers Research Council of America; and Top Doc, Hour Detroit. 91

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Muse Medical Spa in Troy is a physician-directed medical spa created by a dynamic team of aesthetic and anti-aging experts. They specialize in corrective skin and body solutions that help clients achieve noticeable, natural, and lasting results. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and beautiful results using the latest technologies available, allowing their clients to be their most authentic selves. Muse offers treatments including nonsurgical body sculpting,

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KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC TEMERIA HEARD — SWAGGLES 665W. HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 3031 GRAND BLVD., STE. 505B, DETROIT, MI 48202 | 313-259-2800 | SWAGGLES.COM

Founded in 2019 by Temeria Heard, Swaggles is a Detroit-born brand that offers unique paw-branded apparel and accessories for “pawrents” and their dogs. The company supports organizations that provide fostering and forever homes to animals in need. Each month, Swaggles donates a percentage of its profits to anti-cruelty and animal abuse causes. Its core mission is to support organizations and causes that are dedicated to animal rescue. Heard and the team at Swaggles believe it’s important

for all dogs to have the compassion and protection needed for their overall healing and health. Because the company believes so much in its brand, Swaggles trademarked its paw image and the following words, along with its three designs: Compassion, Protect, and Detroit. Swaggles’ tagline is “The Paw Is the Brand.” Please join Swaggles’ efforts in supporting organizations that rescue dogs all over the world. Your purchase helps support its mission. Visit swaggles.com today! 93

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BEAUTIFUL BROWS KRISTINA SIMONY — KIKI’S BROW STUDIO 41700 HAYES RD., STE. C, CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI 48038 | 586-200-4496 | KIKISBROWSTUDIO.COM

Prior to opening Kiki’s Brow Studio, Kristina Simony, a licensed cosmetologist for 30 years, owned her own hair salon for 10 years. She’s been certified in the Phibrows method of microblading (the world’s most prestigious certification program), completed 11 levels of brow mastery, and has trained with top artists to perfect microshading and ombre powder brows. Motivated by her love of the beauty industry, Simony’s

mission is to positively affect people’s lives on a daily basis. Making others feel beautiful is a gift she gets to share. Kiki looks at each client’s eyebrows like a work of art, and focuses on proportion, line, shape, color, and balance. She visualizes the finished brows before she even begins. Simony’s portfolio of before-and-after photos makes it clear that she’s a true artist. The images are quite remarkable, and can be found on her website: kikisbrowstudio.com. BeYOUtiful brows are waiting for you!

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AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE RITO LISI — THE SILVER SPOON RISTORANTE 543 N. MAIN ST., STE. 311, ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48307 | 248-652-4500 | SILVERSPOONRISTORANTE.COM

The Silver Spoon Ristorante embraces the culture and feel of dining in Italy, and their focus is on making sure every detail embodies the tradition of great Italian meals. Manager and owner Rito Lisi, along with executive chef Daniele Dell’Acqua, will take you on a tour of Italy via food and wine. Their classic menu offers traditional Italian fare including homemade bread, pasta, gnocchi alla bava from

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BIRMINGHAM REAL ESTATE PAM STOLER AND ASHLEY MANN 442 S. OLD WOODWARD AVE, BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | PAM STOLER 248-840-0044 | ASHLEY MANN - 248-721-0987 | PAMANDASHLEY.COM

Experience makes the difference, especially when you couple it with the latest trends and technologies. With Pam Stoler and Ashley Mann, you get just that. Stoler has more than 36 years of experience in real estate. She’s seen all the changes in the market over the years, and has navigated seamlessly through the buying and selling process. Mann has over 14 years of experience as a Realtor and has continued to keep up with the latest trends in marketing,

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CONTEMPORARY CUSTOM BUILDING NOSAN SIGNATURE HOMES 30600 NORTHWESTERN HWY., STE. 400, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334 | 248-538-1549 | NOSANSIGNATUREHOMES.COM

Nosan signature homes has grown out of decades of successful home-building projects. Their team is dedicated to simplifying the site selection, home-buying and building process and providing a 5-star client experience. They understand you want your home to reflect your personal style and taste, but you can also feel overwhelmed by the building process. They’ve developed a process and have a team that works alongside you, making building your new home as seamless as possible.

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CANNABIS LIV CANNABIS 2625 HILTON RD., FERNDALE, MI 48220 | 248-420-4200 | LIVCANNABIS.COM | INFO@LIVCANNABIS.COM

At LIV, whether you’re shopping for recreational or medicinal products, you’ll be kindly greeted at the front desk. At the beginning of your visit, LIV’s budtenders will warmly welcome you to the flower room. Their goal is to ensure that you have a unique experience with the company’s state-licensed, highquality products. Before shopping, all guests are invited to browse LIV’s product menus from the iPad bar and shop in the LIV Glass shop, which is located in the main lobby of the spacious facility.

The LIV Glass shop contains a full array of products, ranging from CBD items to accessories. LIV Cannabis Co is proud to be a community-forward cannabis company. We are committed to connecting people through Cannabis while creating memorable experiences that organically enhance people’s lives. Visit our locations across Metro Detroit in Battle Creek, Ferndale, Lake Orion, and Lansing.

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SEAN GARDELLA — SDGA/SEAN D. — GARDELLA & ASSOCIATES KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSS GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC 801 S. ADAMS RD., STE. 103 BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-640-7448 | GARDELLABUILD.COM 665 HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM

Sean D. Gardella & Associates is a merger of expert talents created to deliver the best construction and service offered in the southeastern and northern Michigan regions. Sean created SDGA on the heels of Ray Gardella’s 50-year commitment to building extraordinary homes in our community. Sean’s experience, passion, and ingenuity stem from a 20year career in ultra-high-end custom home building, offering construction for satisfied clients from Michigan to New York. His ability to build structures of complex nature and award-

winning, cutting-edge architecture have garnered him a clientele list of the best professionals in their fields. He thrives on offering clients exceeding customer service, fiscal responsibility, and value engineering through the entire design/build process. Every home is designed and built to the client’s architectural taste, functional specification, and financial desire. With a team of experienced members in both construction and design, the leaders have 20 to 50 years building custom residential. They have seen it, done it, and love it!

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DERMATOLOGY ART OF DERMATOLOGY 28903 WOODWARD AVE., BERKLEY, MI 48072 | 248-581-0333 | THEARTOFDERM.COM

The physicians at Art of Dermatology — Drs. Chethana Gottam, Matthew Clark, Meredith Price, Kate Viola, Jennifer Vermeesch, Sook Hwang, and Lauren Seale-Sarkipato — represent the gold standard of diversity in board-certified dermatologists. Their advanced training in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology allows them to provide excellent care with a personalized approach. Attention to detail is paramount in this state-of-the-art, modern practice. The practice spans metro Detroit, with six locations in Ann Arbor, Berkley, Clinton Township, Novi, St. Clair

Shores, and West Bloomfield. The practice offers comprehensive dermatologic services ranging from general dermatology to Mohs micrographic surgery and advanced cosmetic treatments. Spa Mosaic, launching this summer, will offer an elite lineup of premier luxury cosmetic services — top-notch in the area! Trust your skin to the physicians at Art of Dermatology. Their expertise, integrity, compassion, and respect for patients guarantees you’ll have the best dermatology experience.

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EYELID SURGERY CONSULTANTS IN OPHTHALMIC & FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY, PC 29201 TELEGRAPH RD., STE. 324, SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034 | 248-357-5100 | EYELIDPROS.COM

The physicians at Consultants in Ophthalmic & Facial Plastic Surgery — Drs. Nesi, Gladstone, Black, Nesi-Eloff, Schlachter, and Beaulieu, and physician assistant Lindsay El-Awadi — are proud to be known as the “Eyelid Experts.” Representing the gold standard in eye plastic surgery, these doctors have developed and improved techniques to provide the results patients seek when it comes to plastic surgery in the delicate areas around the eyes and forehead. Their advanced

training, together with the personal care and attention provided to patients, is obvious from your first visit. Outstanding results, faster healing, long-lasting benefits, and happy patients are what the team strives to achieve. They offer upper and lower eyelid surgery and the removal of eyelid “bags.” State-of-theart endoscopic brow- and forehead-lift procedures accomplish the rejuvenation many patients can’t get from eyelid surgery alone. When you choose the Eyelid Experts, you’ll “see” the difference! 10 1

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Javier Cardenas has been the proud creator and owner of Exotic Flooring & Design for 25 years. As a self-made, selftaught, and selfless businessman, his methodologies prove that old-fashioned, on-the-job learning, hard work, and determination are still an important part of the formula for success. Exotic Flooring has established itself as a premier hardwood flooring company with an unmatched skill set that results in masterpieces, even in the simplest projects.

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KRISTIE GUADIANO TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC ANDREW COMPTON, & M.D. 665E. HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 1639 BIG BEAVER ROAD STE. HILLS, 103, TROY, MI 48083 | 248-289-7300 | ANDREWCOMPTONMD.COM

Dr. Andrew Compton is a double-board-certified and fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who recently opened his new solo practice in his home city of Troy. Andrew Compton, M.D., PC and L’Atelier Med Spa opened its doors in September 2021 with a focus on personalized care for cosmetic and select medical issues. The meaning behind Dr. Compton’s slogan, “Hands of a Surgeon, Eye of an Artist,” is evident as you walk through his beautiful office, where you’ll see his paintings and art

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Higbie Maxon Agney is an independently owned agency that’s committed to providing a luxury service that guarantees an unparalleled level of assistance to every client. As Grosse Pointe’s premier real estate company, HMA offers an experienced, informative, and personalized approach to buying or selling a home. For more than 90 years, HMA has been helping families find the perfect home for their lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for a lakefront estate or a starter home, HMA’s knowledgeable team

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INVESTIGATION AND BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE KEVIN M. CRONIN — FORTARIS CAPITAL ADVISORS 6632 TELEGRAPH RD., STE. 245, BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48301 | 248-410-3839 | FORTARISCAPITAL.COM

Kevin M. Cronin, principal of Fortaris Capital Advisors, oversees a boutique business intelligence and investigative firm based in Bloomfield Hills, with operations on the East and West coasts. He’s been recognized for his expertise in mitigating risks through investigative tools, giving clients a competitive advantage. After a career in government service, Cronin transitioned his law enforcement experience to the private sector, specializing in domestic and foreign corporate investigations, background intelligence dossiers, crisis management, threat and risk assessments, asset searches, surveillance, counter-surveillance

measures, executive protection, and security services. He’s led numerous criminal and corporate fraud, espionage, embezzlement, theft, insider trading, digital forensics, and cybersecurity investigations, helping clients navigate today’s volatile business environment. Cronin holds an MBA from Michigan State University and a B.A. in criminal justice from Concordia University. As a former special agent for the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Inspector General, he held top-secret security clearance for the U.S. government.

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KRISTIEGUADIANO GUADIANO&&TODD TODDMOSS MOSS— —GREYSTONE GREYSTONEFINANCIAL FINANCIALGROUP, GROUP,LLC LLC KRISTIE 665 HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, 48302| |248-267-1270 248-267-1270| |GREYSTONEFG.COM GREYSTONEFG.COM 665 HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MIMI 48302

Greystone Financial Group offers dynamic solutions to individuals and employer retirement plans, helping its clients thrive at every stage of life. The company believes its clients should be able to live life to the fullest, without worrying about managing their finances. Because every individual and company is unique, the team at Greystone believes every financial plan should be personally tailored to each client. Greystone has worked hard to build a reputation based on trust, proficiency, and lifelong relationships with their clients

and partners. “Our commitment to our clients includes building relationships that span multiple generations,” says Todd R. Moss, managing partner. “We strive to be our clients’ first point of contact when they encounter financial opportunity or strife. Simply put, each client’s success is our success.” In contrast to today’s version of minimal, hit-and-miss customer service, the Greystone Financial Group offers a level of personalized care that’s assuring and empowering.

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INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE FRANK MASTROIANNI — REAL ESTATE ONE 38705 W SEVEN MILE RD., STE. 150, LIVONIA, MI 48152 | 734-591-9200 | FRANKMASTROIANNI@YMAIL.COM

Frank Mastroianni has made a name in Michigan by having a keen eye for value-added real estate. While most people look past dilapidated real estate, “I live for it,” he says. And for more than 20 years, Mastroianni has continually focused on bettering the communities he invests in. Over the years, Mastroianni has built a wide real estate portfolio throughout Michigan. He is constantly evolving and keeps a close eye on the real estate industry, as well

as developing trends. He recently started a new, state-ofthe-art tech venture to make the buying and selling process easier for his clients. Mastroianni looks forward to using his uncompromising professionalism and unprecedented drive to help you in your next venture. He prides himself on continuing the traditions he created that have helped him become one of Michigan’s top producers.

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KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC REDWOOD DENTAL/SMILE PARTNERS USA 665 HULET DR.,RD., BLOOMFIELD MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 13403 E. 13 MILE WARREN, HILLS, MI 48088 | 586-979-2800 | WARREN.SMILEPARTNERSUSA.COM

Dr. Mark Bouchillon founded Redwood Dental in 1982 and, since then, the practice has grown to include 13 locations across metro Detroit. Dr. Aditi Patel, D.M.D., and Dr. Valerie Esho, D.D.S., share Dr. Bouchillon’s vision of helping to create a strong, beautiful smile that can unlock self-confidence and a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Patel enjoys getting to know her patients and working with them to improve their oral health. She graduated from

Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in human biology and completed her doctorate of medicine in dentistry at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Esho says she enjoys the “science and art” of dentistry, and helps her patients create and maintain their perfect smile through good oral health. She received her bachelor’s degree in human biology from MSU and completed her doctor of dental surgery degree at the University of Michigan.

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LINGERIE LISA HARDY HAMILL & KIM HICKSON — HARP’S LINGERIE 265 S. OLD WOODWARD AVE., BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-642-2555 | HARPS-LINGERIE.COM

A customized fit and extraordinary lingerie are the secrets to a happy customer. The granddaughters of Betty Harp, founder of Harp’s Lingerie — Lisa Hardy Hamill and Kim Hickson — know that what you wear underneath your outfit is just as important as the clothes themselves. Lingerie determines your silhouette and your comfort, ensuring you’ll look and feel your best. At Harp’s Lingerie, you’re showered with excellent customer service and fit perfectly for undergarments that

will accentuate your figure. Harp’s carries a wide variety of intimate apparel for your everyday, bridal, and special occasion needs. Hard-to-fit sizes are Harp’s specialty; they carry band sizes 32-54 and cup sizes AA-N. Experience the Harp’s difference and see why, for more than 70 years, they’ve earned the loyalty of generations of customers. Harp’s strives to make everyone feel beautiful and special when they walk out the door, just as Mrs. Harp did so well.

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INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LOVING YOUR SMILE

KRISTIEDENTAL GUADIANO & TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC SIMONY GROUP 665 HULET HILLS, MI 48302MI | 48038 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 41700 HAYESDR., RD.,BLOOMFIELD STE. D, CLINTON TOWNSHIP, | 586-263-9300 | DRSIMONY.COM

Dr Michael Simony and Dr David Maceroni believe that loving your smile happens when a number of factors fall into place. To that end, Dr. Michael E. Simony, of Simony Dental Group, says: “We’re a very comprehensive office, (and we take into account) how and why to best care for your oral health, so we can build the best you, from the inside out.” Cosmetic dentistry is all interpretation, Dr. Simony says. “You’re creating something that’s sound and functional,

first and foremost, but our patients have to like the way they look, and that requires massive understanding of fluid art,” he explains. According to Dr. Simony, lips and smiles are always moving. As such, they’re the curtains that open to show the main act, so they’re an important part of the overall smile. “Our patients tell us they like the way they’re transformed all the way through the process, to the very end,” he says.

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MICHIGAN’S #1 REAL ESTATE OFFICE KELLER WILLIAMS DOMAIN 210 S. OLD WOODWARD AVE. STE. 200, BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-590-0800 | KELLERWILLIAMSDOMAIN.COM

In less than five years, KW Domain has become the No. 1 real estate office in Michigan*. This success stems from its culture of collaboration, world-class training and coaching, and cutting-edge technology. As stakeholders in the company, and operating under the mantra of “Built by Agents, for Agents,” KW Domain’s associates have a pride that transcends the workplace and provides an environment in which both colleagues and clients feel at home. With a commitment to offering the highest level

of professionalism and partnership, it isn’t surprising that KW Domain has a record number of Hour Real Estate All-Stars — exceeding any other office in metro Detroit. Most importantly, KW Domain is proud of having had an opportunity to serve their 2,500-plus clients in 2021, and they deeply appreciate their clients’ confidence, which has catapulted them to the top. *Ranking according to 2021 total sales volume supplied by BrokerMetrics©. Photo shoot location courtesy of Circa Lighting, Birmingham

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INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT MICHIGAN’S BEST CANNABIS TESTING LAB KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSS LLC — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC JOEY RUEFIEL — PRISM TRIANGLE, 665LADD HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, GREYSTONEFG.COM 850 RD., BLDG. B, WALLED LAKE,MI MI48302 48390|| 248-267-1270 833-483-7822 || PRISMTRIANGLE.COM

Prism Triangle, LLC is a full-service cannabis testing lab featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology that ensures quick testing, from 72 hours to a little over a day. With Prism you can sell your products sooner, since you won’t need to quarantine them for long periods of time. Prism’s lab procedures are reliable and consistent, and its staff is experienced in the cannabis testing industry. Consumers want to make informed and safe purchasing decisions based on the strength and composition of cannabis

products, and their ability to do so helps you create trust and loyalty with your clients. Prism tests for pesticide contamination, heavy metals, residual solvents, microbials and mycotoxin contamination, and harmful lipids, and offers genetic testing. They also test for nutrient concentrations and shelf life/stability. Prism has an in-house courier service and can pick up samples and securely deliver them to their lab. Prism services cannabis farms, processors, and stores. 113

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KRISTIE GUADIANO TODD MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC ROBOTIC PRECISION&THERAPY CLINIC 665 W. HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 3250 BIG BEAVER RD., STE. 426, TROY, MI 48084 | 855-629-2805 | RPTCLINIC.COM

At Robotic Precision Therapy Clinic, a state-of-the-art robotic therapy unit is used to treat individuals experiencing pain and to improve their range of motion. This therapeutic robot, called the RX2600, administers gentle pressure in intervals to a specific muscle. The process relaxes muscles, helps restore structural balance, and relieves aches and pains. Patients often come to the RPT Clinic after seeking relief for months or even years. They’ve tried medication, injections, stretching, exercises, massage, and surgery, or

they’ve resigned themselves to living a life ruled by pain and discomfort. The RPT Clinic is committed to helping patients find healing and wholeness. Injury, stress, and repetitive motion from everyday activities can cause muscles to shorten and become imbalanced. Robotic Precision Therapy helps correct these imbalances, resulting in reduced pain and greater mobility. Call the RPT Clinic at 855-629-2805 to speak with a team member, or visit rptclinic.com for more information.

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MICHIGAN LUXURY REAL ESTATE TUSHAR VAKHARIYA — KW DOMAIN 210 S. OLD WOODWARD AVE., STE. 200, BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-289-0660 | TUSHARVAKHARIYA.COM

With over a billion dollars in career sales, Tushar Vakhariya ranks in the top 1 percent of Realtors nationwide and is No. 1 at KW Domain. A resident of Bloomfield Hills, he’s confident that suburban Detroit will continue to thrive. Vakhariya has more than 27 years of real estate experience and is a co-owner of KW Domain in Birmingham. He recently teamed up with other KW Domain investors to open a brand-new office in Bloomfield Hills.

With his ability to anticipate market trends, Vakhariya wisely advises his buyers and sellers to make sound financial decisions. He’s made the transition to the area seamless for luxury buyers, high-net-worth individuals, professional athletes, and homebuyers looking for a family home. His relentless style gives his clients confidence when they’re ready to sign on the dotted line. Vakhariya’s uncompromising professionalism and drive have led to his success as one of the nation’s top producers.

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MORTGAGE BANKING HARRY GLANZ & DAN BURKE – CAPITAL MORTGAGE FUNDING 17170 W. 12 MILE RD., SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076 | 248-569-7283 | CAPITALMORTGAGEFUNDING.COM

Since 1992, Capital Mortgage Funding has been a leader in Michigan’s mortgage banking industry. Led by Harry Glanz and Dan Burke, two of the state’s most well-respected mortgage banking luminaries, the company is driven by a simple but effective philosophy. “We’re a relationshipdriven organization; our focus is on our clients’ experience and making the process as smooth as possible,” says Glanz, who, like Burke, brings more than 33 years of experience to the business. “We have some of the most experienced mortgage

bankers,” Glanz adds. “We’re proud of our award-winning mortgage team and state-of-the-art process that customizes and efficiently completes the right mortgage for each client.” CMF specializes in residential loans, and proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2022. Capital Mortgage Funding is powered by Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. NMLS No. 2289. Equal Housing Opportunity. Harry Glanz, President/Co-founder, NMLS No. 61034. Dan Burke, Vice President/Area Manager/Co-founder, NMLS No. 61101.

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NORTHERN MICHIGAN REAL ESTATE PATRICK LEAVY — KIDD & LEAVY REAL ESTATE 325 E. LAKE ST., PETOSKEY, MI 49770 | 231-838-6700 | PATLEAVY.COM

For more than 22 years, Pat Leavy has been helping families create memories in beautiful northern Michigan. With boundless energy, perseverance, and a great staff, Leavy has been the number one agent in northern Michigan for the last 10 years, with over $300 million sold in the last three years. Leavy doesn’t just show houses; he introduces clients to the sandiest waterfront, the cottage on Walloon Lake with a storied history, his secret morel hunting ground,

or his favorite bartender. He believes a home Up North is a lifestyle, not just a house. If your objective is to sell your property, Leavy has attained the leading position as the Realtor of choice for top properties in Petoskey, Bay Harbor, Walloon Lake, Charlevoix, Harbor Springs, and Boyne City. Whether you’re looking for a home Up North or selling a property, begin your conversation with Pat Leavy, a true expert in northern Michigan real estate. 1 17

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When you recall the best customer experience you’ve had, a trip to the orthodontist might not be what comes to mind — but Dr. Jamie Reynolds aims to impress with his innovative views on patient care and customer experience. A nationally recognized orthodontic teacher, Dr. Reynolds and his team provide world-class orthodontics using cuttingedge Damon System braces, Invisalign, or Spark aligners that increase comfort and aesthetics, and provide dramatic, life-

changing results in fewer visits. The practice prides itself on never allowing finances get in the way of quality orthodontic treatment. Dr. Reynolds cofounded OrthoFi, a national company whose mission is to make orthodontic treatment more affordable for patients by providing flexible financing options, and the metro Detroit chapters of Smiles Change Lives and Smile for a Lifetime, two charities that provide smile scholarships for people in need.

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ORTHOPEDIC EXCELLENCE THE CORE INSTITUTE 26750 PROVIDENCE PKWY., STE. 200, NOVI, MI 48374 | 248-349-7015 | THECOREINSTITUTE.COM

Superior outcomes, proven results, and a world-class team that cares about each and every patient. That’s what makes The CORE Institute one of Michigan’s leading orthopedic practices and why they have five stars – The Physician Alliance’s the top rating. The CORE Institute was founded to deliver the best in orthopedic and spine care, and built upon a foundation of pioneering research, academics, and community service. Today, it is one of the premier destinations for musculoskeletal care in the world. The CORE Institute has a vision of excellence in patient care, which is why

patients choose them when they want to Keep Life In Motion®. The physicians at The CORE Institute are recognized nationally as leaders in specialties ranging from total joint replacement to sports medicine, spine care, pain management, and rehabilitation. They offer the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments and create an individualized treatment plan for each patient based on their unique lifestyle and needs. With locations in Novi, Brighton and Southfield, high-quality care is never far from home. 1 19

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PERFECTLY INSTALLED, PERFORMANCE GUARANTEED PERFORMANCE REMODELING

14017 23 MILE RD., SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48315 | 586-540-6000 | WINDOWSROOFINGSIDING.COM

After signing with most contractors, all you seem to hear are crickets. On the other hand, what can you expect when you work with Performance Remodeling? When you sign with Performance Remodeling, they’ll be in contact every step of the way. Delivery dates won’t be a surprise, and neither will the installer. You’ll meet him when he comes out to measure, and he’ll also be there to adjust to your special needs — including dealing with pets, landscape/ property instructions, and any other concerns.

Performance Remodeling’s workmanship is lifetime-guaranteed, as are the multitude of premium products they install. This means you must be completely satisfied before the job is complete. Performance Remodeling also has a full-time service department that can troubleshoot any problems that might arise later. If that sounds like the kind of home improvement company you’d like to hire, call Performance Remodeling for a quote that’s to-the-penny accurate and free.

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INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT PAIN MANAGEMENT

KRISTIE GUADIANO & FREE TODDLIFE MOSS — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC JEFF MORTON — PAIN CENTERS 665 ROCHESTER HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD | GREYSTONEFG.COM 6585 RD., STE. 103,HILLS, TROY,MI MI48302 48085 | | 248-267-1270 28104 ORCHARD LAKE RD., STE. 110, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48334 248-879-1100 | PAINFREELIFECENTERS.COM

For more than a decade, Jeff Morton, the center director of Pain Free Life Centers, has revolutionized the way people manage pain. Pain Free Life Centers has been the only practice devoted exclusively to laser therapy for pain management. That means no drugs, no injections, no surgery, and no side effects. With thousands of success stories, the results speak for themselves. Pain Free Life Centers’ exclusive high-intensity, high-dose laser therapy program is consistently able to deliver

results where traditional treatments have failed. With the besttrained staff, superior equipment, and exclusive treatment protocols, Pain Free Life Centers is helping even more patients with a second location in Farmington Hills. When it comes to noninvasive pain relief, Pain Free Life Centers is the only choice. They’re so confident in what they do, your consultation and first treatment are free. You truly have nothing to lose but your pain. 1 21

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PERIODONTICS DR. JOSEPH R. NEMETH AND DR. AMAR KATRANJI — D.D.S. & ASSOCIATES 29829 TELEGRAPH RD., STE. 111, SOUTHFIELD, MI 48034 | 248-357-3100 | DRNEMETH.COM

Known as a trailblazer in the fields of periodontics, prevention and advanced gum disease, Dr. Joseph Nemeth is always ahead of his game in delivering first rate solutions to the medical/dental treatment of gum disease and the identification and removal of oral pathogens known to be the precursors of many systemic and deadly diseases. A scholar and educator on oral health and the prevention of disease, he frequently lectures on the latest in dental technology, the treatment of bad breath, and cosmetic and periodontal procedures. He shares his expertise and invites listeners to call in with questions on his monthly radio show on WJR 760AM, Tuesdays at 7:00PM.

Board certified and highly credentialed, Dr. Amar Katranji shares Dr. Nemeth’s quest for excellence in getting it right the first time. Specializing in dental implants, advanced bone grafting and full-arch restoration, he uses cuttingedge surgical techniques and technology to achieve the best possible outcome. Recognized as an expert in resolving complex dental cases, he is published in many prestigious professional journals and lectures internationally. Dr. Katranji shares the microphone with Dr. Nemeth, reaching patients worldwide on Tuesdays at 7PM.

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KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD FITNESS MOSS — & GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC RON JEGADEESH — PILATES PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTER 665 HULET DR.,RD., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 17418 W. 10 MILE SOUTHFIELD, MI MI 48075 | 248-552-1012 | PILATESFITNESSEVOLUTION.COM

If you’re seeking physical therapy with a holistic, self-empowered approach to rehabilitation and fitness, you’ll find it with Ron Jegadeesh at Pilates Fitness & Physical Therapy Center in Southfield. The owner of the center, Jegadeesh is a licensed physical therapist, PMA Pilates certified teacher, certified Polestar Pilates rehabilitation specialist, Stott Pilates® fully certified instructor, and certified Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® instructor. Jegadeesh has more than 30 years of experience in the rehabilitation of numerous orthopedic and neurological

diagnoses, and practices manual therapy using traditional and alternative methods. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association in the Orthopedic and Sports Section, he’s committed to helping his clients understand and work with injuries using Pilates and Gyrotonic equipment. By teaching movement and postural re-education using a comprehensive core and joint stabilization program, Jegadeesh helps clients gain control of movement in a functional and painfree way, to stay physically functional and fit. 1 23

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PLASTIC SURGERY DR. ELAN REISEN — STAR PLASTIC SURGERY 44050 W. 12 MILE RD., NOVI, MI 48377 | 248-735-3800 | MYSTARDR.COM

Your health and beauty are in trusted hands when you choose Dr. Elan Reisin, M.D., F.A.C.S., and his team of surgeons at Star Plastic Surgery in Novi. A multiyear Hour Detroit Top Doc honoree, he’s board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and has received numerous national awards. Dr. Reisin, who serves as medical director at Star, and his team have completed more than 20,000 cosmetic surgeries. Dr. Reisin spent five years as an attending physician, and

taught surgical residents at the prestigious Georgetown University Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery before creating Star Plastic Surgery, a pre-eminent, state-of-theart AAAHC surgical center and medical spa. He’s a member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and has traveled internationally to learn from top plastic surgeons, while also partaking in philanthropic trips to treat children with congenital and traumatic deformities in the Dominican Republic.

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KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSS GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC CINDY KAHN — THE AGENCY HALL &—HUNTER 665S.HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM 442 OLD WOODWARD AVE., BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-568-7309 | CINDYKAHN.COM

Cindy Kahn has lived in Michigan most of her life. In fact, she and her husband raised their daughters in the same community in which she’s dedicated her life to selling the finest residential properties in southeast Michigan. Kahn leverages a wide network that acknowledges her as an expert in the field. Clients appreciate her attention to detail, local expertise, and discretion. Her dedication to her clients is shared by her assistant, Elaina Ryder, who brings energy to every transaction. Emily Kahn, Cindy’s daughter,

has joined the team bringing a fresh approach & her own business. While known for selling luxury homes, Kahn notes that “she sells homes at every price point. We want to do the best job for our clients.” That’s why she’s been The Agency Hall & Hunter’s Top Producer from 2016-2021, and is among the top 1 percent of Realtors nationwide. “Luxury isn’t a price point,” she says. “It’s an experience”, and it’s how Cindy Kahn has built her business. 1 25

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RESIDENTIAL LENDING BEYOND LENDING 6755 TELEGRAPH RD., STE. 330, BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48301 | 248-686-2720 | BEYONDLENDING.COM

At Beyond Lending, their team is your team. Whether you’re starting your search for new financial investments or just browsing, Beyond Lending’s team does whatever it takes to help you achieve your goals. Beyond Lending always focuses on the client and their journey. The team meets you where you are, and helps get you to where you need to be. They personalize the experience according to each client’s needs, build trust, and find solutions that work for everyone.

The Beyond Lending team can facilitate an experience at the highest level in the industry. They work with a tenacious team of loan officers to ensure the best service and financial programs possible for every homeowner and prospective homebuyer. Providing an unparalleled experience is what creates a lending journey that is untouchable and seamless. The team at Beyond Lending will treat your family as their family.

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PREMIER ENTERTAINMENT & HOSPITALITY IN METRO DETROIT AARON F. BELEN — AFB HOSPITALITY GROUP 27387 WOODWARD AVE., BERKLEY, MI 48072 | 248-629-9221, EXT. 201 | AFBHOSPITALITYGROUP.COM

Aaron F. Belen is the principal of both AFB Hospitality Group, LLC and AFB Investments, LLC. An entrepreneur with a focus on hospitality, real estate development, and investments, he’s also a licensed real estate agent in Michigan. Belen is currently managing five real estate assets and expanding regularly. His businesses have employed more than 2,000 full- and part-time associates since their inception. Belen is a member of Pine Lake Country Club and Franklin Hills Country Club, and a board member at The Friendship Circle. He’s

also the recipient of the 2015 Businessperson of the Year award from the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, and was among the Crain’s Detroit Business 40 Under 40 class of 2015, and one of DBusiness magazine’s 30 in Their Thirties class of 2014. Belen attended the Cranbrook Educational Community in Bloomfield Hills and graduated from the Barney Business School at the University of Hartford. Locations: The Morrie Birmingham, The Morrie Royal Oak, Stairway, and opening winter 2022 Sybil. 1 27

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RECOVERY DR. SUSAN ABED, CEO/FOUNDER — LIBERTY HOUSE RECOVERY CENTER 1-866-686-0319 | LIBERTYHOUSERECOVERYCENTER.COM

Liberty House Recovery Center is a drug and alcohol treatment center located in Fenton. Its expert, personalized, and progressive detox and residential programs make it stand out as one of the best treatment centers in Michigan. While some treatment centers take a one-size-fits-all approach, Liberty House Recovery Center focuses on identifying and treating the unique core issues that contribute to each client’s substance use. The result is that every client receives truly individualized treatment.

Treatment takes place in a secluded and beautifully designed environment located on 34 acres of stunning countryside. Clients are provided with a safe and caring space to heal, so they can go on to live healthy and productive lives unhindered by addiction. Liberty House Recovery Center’s evidence-based programs are fully tailored to the individual needs of each client and offer all the opportunities, resources, and safety of a world-class residential treatment program.

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INVESTMENTYOUR MANAGEMENT PROTECTING RIGHTS, KRISTIE GUADIANO & TODD MOSSLIVELIHOOD — GREYSTONE FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC REPUTATION, AND 665 HULET DR., BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI 48302 | 248-267-1270 | GREYSTONEFG.COM

DERRICK AND MAGGIE GEORGE —GEORGE LAW

444 S. WASHINGTON AVE., ROYAL OAK, MI 48067 | 248-470-4300 | GEORGELAW.COM

Whether you’re facing a criminal charge, need civil litigation representation, or have a pressing legal matter regarding your business, George Law, headquartered in Royal Oak, provides the strong counsel you need. From the moment you retain them, they become partners in your case. The George Law team, which works with clients throughout all of Michigan, knows a legal problem can affect all aspects of your life. They manage your legal issue so you don’t have to deal with the

stress and worry. Clients come from all economic and geographic backgrounds, but they’re all looking for the same thing: The best possible legal outcome. To that end, cases at George Law are handled by multiple attorneys and staff members, to ensure that creative problem-solving and sharing of ideas takes place for each client. When you’re represented by George Law, you can feel confident that you have well-versed, knowledgeable advocates fighting for you! 1 29

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RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE JAMES DANLEY & ASSOCIATES 210 S. OLD WOODWARD, STE. 200, BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248-671-3092 | JDALUXURY.COM | JAMES@JDALUXURY.COM

James Danley is the leading market expert in Birmingham, MI. His attention to detail regarding market value, trends and analysis stems from an experienced background in flipping/building homes for resale. He focuses on providing excellent customer service and is a proven top negotiator for his clients. JDA’s approach to real estate is to focus on a few of the highest demand communities in Michigan, in order to be absolute market

experts. Because Danley spent the first seven years of his career in real estate, buying and selling homes for himself and his business partners, he and his team handle every transaction as if it was their own acquisition or sale; going above and beyond to understand the needs of each client. Danley has been an Hour Detroit Real Estate All-Star from 2019-2021 and ranks in the Top 1% of Realtors in Michigan.

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REMODELING RENOVATION BY DESIGN 2516 S. ADAMS RD., ROCHESTER HILLS, MI 48309 | 248-260-7639 | RENOVATIONBYDESIGN.ORG

Founded two decades ago, Renovation By Design’s expert team has more than 100 years of combined experience. The expertise of the firm’s designers, aligned with the precision of the company’s construction team, allows the design and build team to execute any size project and ensure that it meets the highest standards. At Renovation By Design, the designs make the everyday extraordinary. Whether they’re performing kitchen or bathroom

remodels, additions, basement remodels, or whole-house reconfigurations, RBD offers full-service, start-to-finish comprehensive solutions. Owner/partner Jon Ropes says the team’s most rewarding moments come from bringing their clients’ dreams to life. Adds owner/partner Tom Inger: “The biggest compliment is when a client tells us they love their new space so much, they don’t feel like going out. That makes all the time and hard work worthwhile.” 131

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RISING STARS OF DOBI DOBI REAL ESTATE 2211 COLE ST., BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009 | 248.385.3350 | HELLO@WEAREDOBI.COM

In less than two years of being at DOBI Real Estate, the agents pictured here have exploded their business, setting them apart from the average Realtor. In an industry-disrupting way, these agents are a true force. They understand what it takes to be an asset to their clients, and they go to work every day to create value for them. Growth is inherent at DOBI. Last year, nearly half of its agents

grew their business, year-over-year. The marketing, broker support, and brand presence in southeast Michigan are all part of the DOBI difference, which positions its agents to succeed. From left to right, the DOBI Real Estate agents are: Daniel Naurato, Lora Leslie, Jessica Stencel, Alex Lannen, Abby Center, Daniel Gyomory, and DeAnna McGowan. These are the rising stars at DOBI Real Estate.

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RISING STARS IN REAL ESTATE & LENDING SARA HILLIER — SINE & MONAGHAN

ANGELEIGH GIACHETTI — MORTGAGE ONE INC.

REAL ESTATE AGENT | 810-887-8819

LOAN OFFICER | 810-543-0151

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NMLS #1545808/129386 | AGIACHETTI@MORTGAGEONE.COM

Are you looking to purchase or sell a home in the near future? Sara Hillier and Angeleigh Giachetti are determined to help you make one of the biggest purchases of your life not only seamless, but fun! The pair have assisted hundreds of first-time homebuyers, families, and investors in finding the perfect property for their next chapter. While they’re top producers on their own, together they’ve found ways to conquer the hardest of obstacles to get the deal done. Hillier and Giachetti are

consistently recommended by their clients because they’re attentive, kind, informed, and always go above and beyond. Most importantly, they’re both noted for being trustworthy. “Most clients turn into not just acquaintances, but friends, because we treat everyone like family,” Hillier says. Adds Giachetti: “We’re never too busy to make your goals our number one priority.” To reach them directly, email SaraSellsMI@Gmail.com (Hillier) or AGiachetti@MortgageOne.com (Giachetti).

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SAME-DAY CROWNS DOLORES J. BARAN, D.D.S. AND ASSOCIATES 1103 N. MAIN ST., STE. A, ROYAL OAK, MI 48067 | 248-548-1440 | ROYALOAKSMILES.COM

Cerec Technology is a CAD system that can make a patient’s crown or capin the same visit — meaning there’s no need for messy impressions or painful temporaries that don’t stay in place. Dr. Dolores J. Baran has been successfully using this technology for more than 15 years. “Dedicated,” “innovative,” and “astute” are words patients have used to describe Dr. Baran.

A graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, Dr. Baran and her team perform most dental procedures in the office, including root canals, dental implant placement and restoration, and the removal of wisdom teeth. Dr. Baran, who is well known for her cosmetic work (such as veneers and Invisalign), also offers her patients Botox for migraines. Call today to schedule a consultation appointment. 135

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SKIN AND BODY COMPLEXION MED SPA 7423 ORCHARD LAKE RD., WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI 48322 | 248-737-6912 | WWW.COMPLEXIONSPA.COM

Complexion Spa is a state-of-the-art medical and beauty spa in West Bloomfield, MI led by a talented team of client liaisons, certified licensed aestheticians, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and our medically board-certified physician. We offer dozens of aesthetic services including facials, injectables, body sculpting, custom spray tanning, professional teeth whitening, and laser hair removal to name a few. At Complexion, we address the root cause of your health and beauty concerns as our team is dedicated

to producing exceptional results while enhancing and preserving your natural beauty. We believe it’s critical to strive for perfection in what we do, placing a major emphasis on client care, comfort, trust, and satisfaction. Yes, we take ourselves seriously! With that said, Complexion has been awarded and nationally recognized by The Hydrafacial® Company as a “Black Diamond Icon” and by ©VI Aesthetics as one of the Top 5% of VI Peel service providers in the nation!

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AUBURN HILLS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | IMPACT 2022 Thursday, Sept. 22 8 a.m. - Noon 2GatherMore 3391 Cross Creek Parkway, Auburn Hills 248-853-7862 | auburnhillschamber.com This half-day leadership conference celebrates inclusivity and innovation within the workforce over breakfast at an elegant venue. The audience of CEOs, COOs, HR executives, as well as those responsible for DEI initiatives will hear from local business thought leaders who successfully demonstrate trailblazing efforts in organizational development and diversity. It has been designed for collaborative participation through roundtable best practice discussions on culture and engagement.

GROSSE POINTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | LE NOM DU LAC Friday, Aug. 12 6 - 10 p.m. Grosse Pointe Academy 171 Lake Shore Road Grosse Pointe Farms 313-884-7010 | gphistorical.org Le Nom du Lac is a summer celebration that commemorates the 1679 christening of Lake St. Clair. Guests are set to enjoy a festive evening in the tradition of grand Grosse Pointe events. The tented party features open bars with authentic French Canadian drinks; hors d’oeuvres; a catered, strolling Michigan-themed gourmet supper; plus La Compagnie Musical Dance Troupe, which offers entertainment. Reenactors from Lac Ste. Claire Habitants et Voyageurs de Detroit will represent early settlers of the region in period-correct clothing. Visit the renowned car collection on display. Take advantage of valet parking. Supporting sponsors receive an invite to be hosted at a special welcome reception. Proceeds benefit the general operations of Grosse Pointe Historical Society, which protects and shares artifacts. It also brings history to life for current and future generations with activities, exhibits, lectures, as well as programs. Tickets are on sale for all, and range from $100 to $175 each, yet there are a limited number. A dress code of vintage attire encouraged. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

BEAUMONT HEALTH FOUNDATION | FELDMAN AUTOMOTIVE CHILDREN’S MIRACLE CELEBRITY INVITATIONAL Monday, Aug. 29 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Detroit Golf Club 17911 Hamilton Road Detroit beaumont.org/cmci Feldman Automotive Children’s Miracle Celebrity Invitational is a unique golf event where every foursome enjoys an up-close and personal celebrity pairing. The partnership between Beaumont Children’s and Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation fuses entertainment with sports to feature 50 local/national celebrities. This tournament provides a full day on the premier courses of Detroit Golf Club with hospitality. Delight in a live auction of over-the-top experiences. All proceeds equally benefit the Children’s Miracle Network at Beaumont Children’s and Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation. For sponsorship opportunities, contact charlotte.alex@beaumont.org.

KIDSGALA, A DAVID C. MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION | GOLF INVITATIONAL Tuesday, Aug. 30 7:30 a.m. Links of Novi 50395 W. 10 Mile Road Novi events.golfstatus.com Please join us for our second annual golf tournament! Enjoy a four-person scramble plus an awards reception, complemented by breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Participate in the raffle to win exquisite prizes. This nonprofit, created in memory of Nicole Marie Burton, hosts gifted celebrations for children who battle and experience life-altering events. It is dedicated to honoring each individual child’s life achievements. Kindly direct registration and sponsorship questions to Jeffery Kavanaugh at 734-306-9027 or jefferyk@kidsgala.org.

DONATE LIFE COALITION OF MICHIGAN | NIGHT AT THE TIGERS Tuesday, Aug. 23 7 p.m. Comerica Park 2100 Woodward Ave., Detroit dlcm.formstack.com/forms/tigers It is an honor to be recognized as Charity of the Game! Join us to watch the Detroit Tigers take on the San Francisco Giants. Section 218 will be filled with family/friends celebrating the gifts of life, mobility, and sight together again! Visit our donor registry table near Gate A to snap group pictures, and enter the raffle for an autographed item. Tickets range from $20 to $25 each, depending on party size. A portion of proceeds benefit the Donate Life Coalition of Michigan (DLCM). For more information and to submit an order, contact Cathy Warren at 248-701-2323 or cathy.warren@donatelifemichigan.org.

NEWAY WORKS INC. | CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC Monday, Aug. 15 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Cherry Creek Golf Club 52000 Cherry Creek Drive Shelby Township eventregisterpro.com/event/newayworks Join us for a round of golf to support our youth! The tournament format is a four-player scramble. This event will feature many prizes that include $1 million(!) and $10K hole-in-one opportunities, closest to the pin contests, a “Beat the Pro” competition, and putting showdowns. Enjoy a continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, steak dinner, an awards ceremony, and much more! Confirmed celebrity guests are Braylon Edwards, Greg Jones, Craig Monroe, Neal Ruhl, and Trevor Thompson. Neway Works helps underprivileged adolescents step into their purpose through mentoring programs. All proceeds benefit Project Transformation efforts to improve the mental health and overall wellbeing of at-risk Macomb County teens from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

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Forgotten Harvest 29th Annual Comedy Night

PH O T O S BY CH RIS T IN E M.J. H AT H AWAY

THE NONPROFIT FOOD RESCUE organization held its annual event at the Fox Theatre on April 29. This year’s fundraiser featured stand-up comedy from Seth Meyers and an auction. Proceeds benefited the Oak Park-based nonprofit’s distribution efforts to its more than 180 agencies in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.

1. Ron Kohn, Anna Murawski 2. Dr. Kim Kezlarian, Nancy Fishman, Ronnie Wilner 3. Kim Kalmar, Tim Hudson 4. Kelta Owens, Terrance Towns 5. Gary Sobeck, Jamie Becker, Elizabeth Ferrick, Joanne Sobeck 6. Louden Santo, Sofia Nowakowski 7. Karen Dolinski, Todd and Kelly Hartsell, Kevin Kernen 8. Khal Hanna, Jolene Firek, Fran Firek, Cat DiGiacinto 9. Martin and Alicia Klein 10. Mitchell and Camille Peterek 11. Dan and Cathy Ponder 12. Arnita and Darrin Brown

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THE ACADEMY’S ANNUAL EVENT celebrating creativity took place on April 30 on Cranbrook’s Bloomfield Hills grounds. The gala featured tours of graduate art students’ studio spaces, dinner, and an after-party. The fundraiser, which benefited the Cranbrook Art Academy, also included a virtual art sale.

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ALTHOUGH SUMMER TECHNICALLY DOESN’ T END until the third week of September, many consider the close of August and the resumption of another school year the season’s farewell. However, for decades, there was a reason to look forward to August and early September: the Michigan State Fair. Off Woodward between State Fair Street and Eight Mile Road, the fairgrounds offered a panoply of entertainment, from top-drawer live acts and rides to contests of all stripes, including the plumpest blueberry pie, the porkiest pig, and the loudest husband-hollering. Amid bales of hay, here is 19-year-old Lila Verslype, Miss Michigan State Fair of Harper Woods, with a calf called Playboy. In 1966, Motown’s Temptations, whose razor-sharp choreography was nearly as alluring as their vocals, performed five shows. One warm summer night, my father and I, along with my two older sisters, attended the packed show after walking to the fairgrounds from our Palmer Park-area home. I stood on a bench to get a better view. Two hits from the group, “Beauty Is Only Skin Deep” and “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” were released that year. The fair’s attendance also hit its zenith in 1966, with 1.2 million visitors. Gradually, though, fewer people came to the fair, and in 2009, then-Gov. Jennifer Granholm refused to fund it. The fair wasn’t held for the next two years but was revived in 2012 at Novi’s Suburban Collection Showplace. This year it will be held Sept. 1-5. One year-round attraction at the old fairgrounds was the world’s largest stove, built for the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair and moved to the fairgrounds from East Jefferson in 1965. Alas, in 2011, the stove was destroyed, apparently by lightning. In 2020, Amazon announced it would build a distribution center at the fairgrounds, and several buildings were slated for demolition, including the centuryold Michigan State Fairgrounds Coliseum. I spent many winter Sunday afternoons skating on the Coliseum’s glass-smooth ice rink, but the building was also used for hockey games, concerts, and other events. The bandshell was also scheduled to be razed, but preservationists sounded a hue and cry. Plans are for it to be moved south to Palmer Park. —George Bulanda

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