Tag: Adventure
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Novi Taco Fest brought out some big crowds for great food on a beautiful weekend
Novi, MI — When I hear the word ‘tacos,’ consider me there. It usually doesn’t take much convincing, and whenever I hear about an upcoming taco fest, I’ll dedicate a few extra workouts to the treadmill days in advance in preparation! Tacos are a street food favorite for many. With the surge in food truck popularity…
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New Indian restaurant Akshaya Patra in Farmington Hills brings the heat and packs some serious flavor
Farmington Hills, MI — On payday Fridays at work, I tend to allow myself the occasional splurge moment and will order out for dinner. About 90% of the time, I’ll treat myself to Hunan Town, which is just about five minutes up the road from my station, but on this particular Friday, I was feeling… spicy!…
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From food truck to brick-and-mortar, Argentinian Brava Empanadas opens in Northville
Northville, MI — Nothing warms the foodie heart more than witnessing success stories and seeing hardworking chefs achieve their goals. The City of Northville is host to one such chef, Silvia Parra McCarthy, who hails from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Silvia’s story and passion for cooking began when she was a young girl. As the years went…
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New Vietnamese restaurant in Warren is serving up packed, fresh-as-can-be bánh mì, pastries, and more
Warren, MI — Banh mi oh my, this new Vietnamese eatery in Warren is a must-try establishment for foodies and sandwich enthusiasts! I’ve long been a fan of this staple sandwich that hails from Vietnamese culture, which is typically a light sandwich on buttered fresh baguette bread with a mayonnaise or liver pâté spread, meat(s), and…
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A last-minute taco pivot for the win in downtown Clawson!
Clawson, MI — The weekend started like déjà vu, getting up for an early tee time, hoping the expected rain would be light or nonexistent until we finished. I went golfing Saturday morning with my roommate and one of our longtime friends from Northville. While playing a round of 18 is always a highlight, it will…
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Royal Oak’s ramped up Taco Fest shines through on a rainy day
Royal Oak, MI — Even on a rainy day (Sunday), my determination for good vibes, music, and great tacos gave me the willpower to gear up some of my new equipment and head out for Royal Oak, destination: Taco Fest! It had been raining lightly for most of the morning, but I was hoping to catch…
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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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