Tag: Michigan

• The pasta professionals at Mama Mucci’s in Canton give me a behind-the-scenes tour of the family business

  Canton, MI — This story came together in such a cool way. My friend Morgan contacted me a few weeks ago to gauge my interest in a story about a Metro Detroit family that operates a pasta manufacturing company in Canton. Not only does this family supply pasta across the state, but they even ship…

  Jeff Popovich

  June 10, 2024

  Food Blog, Italian cuisine, Mediterranean Cuisine, Noodles, Pasta Series

  Canton, Food, Foodie, Frank Mucci, Gabriella Mucci, Italian, Italian cuisine, Mama Mucci, Mama Mucci’s Pasta, Mediterranean, Metro Detroit, Michigan, Noodles, pasta, Tilde Margherita Mucci, Vince Mucci

• Chef Josie Clemens reflects on Food Network experiences; hopes of increasing exposure to vegan lifestyles

  Hazel Park, MI — It’s a privilege to say that I’ve interviewed both chefs who proudly represented Michigan in Food Network’s latest cooking competition show, 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing. I recently sat down with Testa Barra’s Executive Chef Gabriella Baldwin, who discussed with me her latest Food Network endeavors and what’s ahead for her and…

  Jeff Popovich

  May 16, 2024

  Food Blog, Vegan Series

  24 in 24, chef, Food, Food Network, Foodie, Hazel Park, Hell’s Kitchen, Java Hutt, Josie Clemens, Metro Detroit, Michigan, vegan, vegan cuisine

• Detroit nonprofit opens new restaurant in Midtown: Epiphany – Nain Rouge Kitchen

  Detroit, MI — A Detroit nonprofit has introduced a new concept to the Midtown scene housed in the former Vigilante Kitchen/Smith & Co. establishment on Seldon Street. Epiphany – Nain Rouge Kitchen is the latest concept development announced by Soil2Service, with a focus on community and cuisine. Epiphany is being led by Soil2Service Executive Director Jeremy Abbey…

  Jeff Popovich

  May 9, 2024

  Food Blog, New Restaurants

  Detroit, Detroit Institute of Gastronomy, Epiphany – Nain Rouge Kitchen, Food, Foodie, Metro Detroit, Michigan, Midtown, Midtown Detroit, New Restaurants, nonprofit, restaurant, Soil2Service

• Chef Gabriella Baldwin discusses her latest Food Network competition show and the spotlight on Michigan’s culinary scene

  Macomb, MI — It has been exciting times for some Michigan chefs along the foodie front in recent weeks. On April 3rd, the James Beard Foundation announced the 2024 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards finalists, including two Michigan chefs/restauranters. This final round list vastly narrowed the field since my last report from when the semifinalists were announced…

  Jeff Popovich

  May 5, 2024

  Cooking, Food Blog

  24 in 24, chef, Cooking, cooking competition show, Detroit, Food, Food Network, Foodie, Gabriella Baldwin, Macomb, Michigan, restaurant, Testa Barra

• Bao Space in Ann Arbor is the dim sum experience I’ve been craving for in Michigan

  Ann Arbor, MI — This foodie adventure has been in the works for some time, mainly because it’s actually my second (documented) lunch adventure with my sister in Ann Arbor! Some followers might recall my first foodie adventure out to Ann Arbor to catch up with my sister at Biercamp, a friendly neighborhood meat shop specializing…

  Jeff Popovich

  April 23, 2024

  Food Blog, New Restaurants

  Adventure, Ann Arbor, Asian cuisine, bao buns, Bao Space, Chinese cuisine, dim sum, dumplings, Food, Foodie, Michigan, restaurant

• 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…

  Jeff Popovich

  April 14, 2024

  Food Blog

  author, chef, content creator, Detroit, Eatóri Market, influencer, Jon Kung, Kung Food, Metro Detroit, Michigan, Shinola Hotel, social media, SPKRBOX, third culture cooking, TikTok

• 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…

  Jeff Popovich

  March 15, 2024

  Burger Series, Food Blog

  burger, Christine Driscoll, Corktown, Detroit, Food, Foodie, Green Dot Stables, Jacques Driscoll, Lansing, Michigan, sliders

• 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…

  Jeff Popovich

  March 5, 2024

  Food Blog, Seafood Series

  Cajun, Cajun cuisine, Creole, Ferndale, Food, Foodie, gumbo, Howe’s Bayou, Metro Detroit, Michigan, sandwich, seafood, shrimp

• 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,…

  Jeff Popovich

  March 1, 2024

  Food Blog, New Restaurants, Seafood Series

  Bandit Tavern, bar, Food, food & drink, Foodie, Hideaway, Metro Detroit, Michigan, Midwest cuisine, New Restaurants, restaurant, Royal Oak, seafood, Southern cuisine

• 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…

  Jeff Popovich

  February 16, 2024

  Food Blog, Wing Series

  Detroit Wing Company, education, Food, Foodie, Michigan, Rising Stars Academy, Roseville, special education, wings