Category: Food Blog
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The history of Detroit-style pizza: All roads lead back to Buddy’s
Detroit, MI — I believe most Michiganders would agree that of the various food items our state is known for, there is perhaps none more internationally renowned than the Detroit-style pizza. While yes, we are indeed the “cherry capital of the world,” based on my national and international travels, that appears to be more of a…
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Cooking Adventure: My first attempt at making mole!
Hazel Park, MI — Prior to my years living in Phoenix, I admittedly had limited exposure to genuinely authentic Mexican cuisine. I had only been to Mexicantown, a neighborhood of downtown Detroit where many Mexican families established themselves in the 1920s, about twice to dine at the restaurants renowned in the metro for their traditional and…
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The Brasserie burger at Redcoat Tavern in Royal Oak is a hearty and savory delight
Royal Oak, MI — Arguably, the hamburger is one of the most identifiable icons of American cuisine, as it is conventional from coast to coast across the country with seemingly unlimited variations. While there is of course dispute as to where the concept/creation of the hamburger originated, simply put, I’d say to whomever responsible: thank…
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A Father-Son Luncheon At Loui’s Pizza in Hazel Park
Hazel Park, MI — Since my parents moved to Traverse City after my dad retired from work, it’s not too often that I get to see them since I live in Metro Detroit. So when I do get to see them, I tend to make the most of it. In this case, my dad’s most…
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Always Say Yes To New Foods: Trying Out Ninja Sushi With A Coworker
Southfield, MI — If you were to ask any of my former and present coworkers if I was one of the “go-to foodies” at work or someone always trying new or exotic cuisines, their response would probably be: you’ve come to the right Jeff! My early foodie years were during my first job after college,…
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Local Restaurant Group to open new Italian eatery in West Bloomfield
West Bloomfield, MI — A local restaurant management group behind several Metro Detroit eateries is bringing a taste of Italy to West Bloomfield this summer. Oakland County’s newest addition to its restaurant roster will be Prime Concepts Detroit’s homage to the flavors of Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Aurora Italiana is setting up shop near the corner…
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Sunday Funday Dinner
Hazel Park, MI — A typical Sunday for me these days consists of cooking a big fancy meal at some point in the day, especially since my ability to cook dinners during the weekdays was taken away by my schedule shift to nightside for my job. I used to cook my typical lavish array of…
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The Gang Goes to 5th Tavern
Bloomfield Hills, MI — The only thing better than going on an adventure is going on an adventure — with friends! This particular adventure involved my friends Zack, Vince, Rob, Scotty, and Dave. Our destination — 5th Tavern in Bloomfield Hills. A late-lunch excursion as the precursor to a group trip to Carl’s Golfland on…
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