MI Foodie Adventures

April 14, 2024

Conversations with Jon Kung: Detroit chef shares his culinary journey and discusses the evolution of the city’s food scene

Detroit, MI — When it comes to the food scene of Detroit, it’s apparent that it has developed and grown exponentially in recent years. There’s been an explosion of new restaurants, mom-and-pop eateries, and renowned chefs throughout Corktown, Midtown, Downtown, Rivertown, and neighborhoods throughout the city as its resurgence continues. Detroit is now home to…
March 21, 2024

Fellow foodie introduces me to one of the best neighborhood diners at SideStreet in Grosse Pointe

Grosse Pointe, MI — I’ve been connecting with some of my newer readers in recent weeks, which has led to some great restaurant suggestions and introductions to other foodies! One such foodie, whose path shares similarities to my own, happens to be Robert Stempkowski. Robert is a longtime food/restaurant writer and works for the Detroit…
March 15, 2024

Green Dot Stables is a paradise for scrumptious craft sliders in Detroit

Detroit, MI — Since moving back to Metro Detroit about a year and a half ago, I’ve received dozens of restaurant recommendations from family, friends, and even some of my wonderful readers! One restaurant in particular that several friends have routinely suggested is Green Dot Stables in Detroit. This popular bar and grill concept opened…
March 5, 2024

Howe’s Bayou serves solid New Orleans-style cuisine and Cajun food in Ferndale

Ferndale, MI — After a string of some pretty great restaurant recommendations, I found myself in a break period where I didn’t have any eateries or interviews lined up or planned. During these gaps, I’ll occasionally stumble upon some remarkable restaurants or hidden gems within a community, which is why I’ll always enjoy a freestyle…
March 1, 2024

New concept Bandit Tavern in downtown Royal Oak charms with a mix of Southern comfort and Midwest cuisine

Royal Oak, MI — It’s been some time since I’ve enjoyed Southern cooking, so when my buddy Jim Miller gave me the heads up about a new concept in Royal Oak where the menu features Southern classics and Midwestern cuisine, I had to check it out! This foodie adventure led me to downtown Royal Oak,…
February 16, 2024

Detroit Wing Company partners with Rising Stars Academy to provide workplace skill opportunities for young adults receiving special education

Roseville, MI — While food is often at the forefront of my mind and this blog, sometimes it takes a backseat when I discover a restaurant, company, or chef whose story is uplifting and incredibly beneficial for the community or the folks directly involved. My buddy Alex Urban from Near Perfect Media contacted me in late January…
January 28, 2024

The 2024 James Beard Award semifinalists have been announced, including several great Michigan representatives!

Detroit, MI – On Wednesday, the James Beard Foundation announced the 2024 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists for the James Beard Awards. For some in the restaurant industry, receiving this call or notice for a nomination can feel like Christmas morning. The James Beard Foundation is a nonprofit organization that celebrates and supports the people…
January 25, 2024

Yelp releases ‘Top 100 U.S. Restaurants for 2024,” except something’s missing — Michigan!

Detroit, MI — While at work on Tuesday, I noticed that Yelp published its 2024 list of Top 100 places to eat across the United States. I often look forward to this annual lengthy list as an avid traveler and foodie for recommendations when I’m out adventuring near and far. However, after scanning the length of…
January 19, 2024

Cuban-inspired Frita Batidos serves up some mouth-watering pulled pork and hearty chorizo burgers in downtown Detroit

Detroit, MI — During the week between Christmas and New Years, I issued a poll on the MI Foodie Adventures social media pages to help determine my next adventure. The two options were between a cool taco joint and a Cuban-inspired eatery. The responses overwhelmingly favored the Cuban restaurant on both my personal and MI Foodie Adventure…
January 2, 2024

A year of foodie firsts, and to many more foodie adventures ahead

Hazel Park, MI — With the start of the new year, I thought now would be a good time to reflect on the past eight months since launching this blog and to share what’s ahead for future adventures. This blog has been a treasured aspect of my life for the past several months, and the…