Reporter Food: Pad Thai from Pi’s Thai in Hazel Park Hazel Park, MI – For over 30 years Pi’s Thai at 24940 John R in Hazel Park has been serving up family-made Thai food. There are lots of choices on the menu like Rad Na, Fried Rice, Gang Kheaw, and Nam Sod. My favorite is…
Zeke’s Rock n Roll BBQ in Ferndale Announces Closure (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 7, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Zeke’s Rock n Roll BBQ announced Thursday night on Facebook that they would be closing their doors. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce Zeke’s will be closed permanently beginning September 13th, 2018. These past…
Reporter Food: Chicken Salad Sandwich at The Lunch Café, Berkley (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 5, 2018) Berkley, MI – When I was having my first meal ever at The Lunch Café at 3116 Twelve Mile Rd in Downtown Berkley, the women behind the counter randomly started singing along with an upbeat love song. They greeted…
Reporter Food: Mac Bombs & Almighty Brisket at Revival (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 3, 2018) Waterford, MI- Just off Dixie Hwy on Walton Road is a cool cafe with food choices and a name that reflects their take on upping the neighborhood food game – Revival. The “modern American” dining is a step up from…
Reporter Food: Pinconning Pizza from M Brew in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 31, 2018) Ferndale, MI – If you like the kind of pizza that is thick, cheesy, and full of flavor, the Pinconning Pizza from M Brew is a must try. The Detroit-style dough and gourmet blend of cheeses that includes Pinconning cheddar…
Reporter Food: Braised Short Rib Pasta at Crispelli’s in Berkley (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 27, 2018) Berkley, MI- Crispelli’s Bakery and Pizzeria has locations in Berkley, West Bloomfield and Troy. I recently had a chance to visit their Berkley location and enjoy their creamy, flavorful braised short rib pasta. This is a creation of cavatelli…
Reporter Food: Corned Beef Omelette at Omelette and Waffle Cafe in Northville (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 25, 2018) Northville, Plymouth, MI – As you might guess from the name, Omelette and Waffle Café in Northville (and also in Plymouth) specializes in breakfast/brunch. They do have a good selection of lunchtime items too, but they are…
Reporter Food: Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sliders at Detroit Fleat (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 19, 2018) Ferndale, MI – I’m combining a couple visits together for this Reporter Food column, because really the noteworthy thing about Detroit Fleat in Ferndale is the mix of food choices. That’s because Fleat is actually a restaurant with a food…
Reporter Food: Chicken Lemonato at Honey Tree Grill Bloomfield Township, Lathrup Village, Northville, Rochester Hills, Southfield, Sterling Heights, and Troy, MI – Honey Tree Grill has six locations, but I decided to try the one at 28601 Southfield Road in Lathrup Village. Honey Tree has Greek and American food, and the Chicken Lemonato is one…
Reporter Food: Steak Burrito at El Camino in Keego Harbor Keego Harbor, MI- Based on a reader recommendation I headed to El Camino Taco in Keego Harbor. It was easy to find with the giant neon word “Tacos” on the side of the building, which is at 2807 Orchard Lake Rd. This is a great…
Good Things Growing at Holly Farmer’s Market (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 3, 2018) Holly, MI – Judy Crosby of Holly had never had a sugar plum before last weekend when she and her grandson Lane visited the Holly Farmer’s Market. “It’s very good,” she said. “I like farmers markets. I like farmers. They work their…
Reporter Food: The Robert Burns at Afton Tea Room (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 27, 2018) Plymouth, MI – A lovely afternoon was spent with a friend at the Sweet Afton Tea Room in Downtown Plymouth recently. The flowery décor and mixed tea cups gave lots to look at and a warm atmosphere. I had a…
Reporter Food: Fish Sandwich and Lollipop Kale at Toasted Oak in Novi (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 24, 2018) Novi, MI- Based on a suggestion from a reader, I decided to check out Toasted Oak Grill and Market at 27790 Novi Rd, which is near 12 Oaks Mall, and is located inside Baronette Renaissance Detroit-Novi Hotel.…
Reporter Food: All American Burger at Republica (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 12, 2018) Berkely, MI- After a long day of doing video interviews with candidates for office throughout Oakland County and beyond, I was tired, hot and hungry. Republica, located at 1999 Coolidge Hwy in Berkley, made all of that better. This cozy little neighborhood…
Reporter Food: Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon Muskegon, MI -One of the great things about traveling around Michigan is finding memorable dining experiences. Toast ‘n Jams in Muskegon is exactly the kind of place for an out of town writer to be inspired. Earlier this year I paid a visit and ordered their German Omelette,…
Reporter Food: Blissful Smoothie and Go South Wrap at GreenSpace & Go (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 9, 2018) Royal Oak, MI- Eating healthy on the go can be a challenge, especially if you seek out vegetarian and vegan options. But GreenSpace & Go at 32867 Woodward Ave Royal Oak MI 48073 (near 14 Mile) is…
Reporter Food: Legs’s Inn on Lake Michigan (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 2, 2018) Cross Village, MI- A recent up north excursion led to one of the most interesting Reporter Food meals ever. Thirty Minutes south west of Mackinaw City, in an area high on dunes, is a beautiful place called Cross Village. Overlooking Lake Michigan…
Reporter Food: Pub Burger & Poutine under a Palm Tree at M-Brew (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 26, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Yesterday I had the good fortune to sit in a shady corner of a wrap around porch, sipping a fruity drink and writing with a view of a palm tree. This experience is often…
Reporter Food: Pollo a la Brasa and More at Culantro in Ferndale (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 20, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Peruvian fare has made its way to Downtown Ferndale with the new Peruvian polleria Culantro at 22939 Woodward Ave. It was a great place for a lunchtime meetup with a friend, though neither of…
Reporter Food: Dakota Inn Rathskeller in Detroit (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 13, 2018) Detroit, MI – In Germany, a rathskeller is a beer hall or pub in a basement where folks could gather together and discuss community issues and gossip, while drinking strong beer, and sometimes singing. Yes, singing. At 17324 John R St in…