Reporter Food

Reporter Food: Chicken Taco Platter at Mex

March 23rd 2019

Reporter Food: Chicken Taco Platter at Mex (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 23, 2019) Bloomfield Hills, MI – As I’ve been exploring the restaurants of Oakland County, I find that I am just as much amazed by the flavors of the decor and atmosphere as I am with the food. A recent lunch meeting at Mex […]

Reporter Food: Grilled Skinny Jimmy at The Lunch Cafe

March 21st 2019

Reporter Food: Grilled Skinny Jimmy at The Lunch Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 21, 2019) Berkley, MI -When I first went to The Lunch Cafe in September, I met Cindy and Angela Coon – the mother/daughter team responsible for the fine home-style soups and sandwiches that TLC is known for.  At that time, Cindy was […]

Ferndale’s Treat Dreams Re-opens as “Dessert Emporium”

March 15th 2019

Ferndale’s Treat Dreams Re-opens as “Dessert Emporium” (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 15, 2019) Ferndale, MI- What once was an ice cream shop full of unusual flavors has now grown into a haven for all things sweet.  Treat Dreams Dessert Emporium at 22965 Woodward Ave in Downtown Ferndale opens it’s doors to the public Friday after […]

Reporter Food: Capt’n Crunch Chicken n’ Waffles at Bobcat Bonnie’s

March 12th 2019

Reporter Food: Capt’n Crunch Chicken n’ Waffles at Bobcat Bonnie’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 12, 2019) Ferndale, MI- Brunch is a big deal in Downtown Ferndale, and Bobcat Bonnie’s is among the popular destinations. A friend and I went a few weeks ago and were very happy with our breakfasts – and the build-your-own mimosa […]

Reporter Food: Carrot Cake Oatmeal at LA Cafe

March 9th 2019

Reporter Food: Carrot Cake Oatmeal at LA Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 8, 2019) Waterford Township, MI- I made a healthy choice when I visited the LA Cafe at 5815 Dixie Hwy last weekend, and it ended up being a scrumptious one at that. The special was carrot cake oatmeal, which has julienne carrots, apples, […]

Reporter Food: Chicken Pad Thai at Thailand Town

March 6th 2019

Reporter Food: Chicken Pad Thai at Thailand Town (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 6, 2019) Royal Oak, MI – In the basement of an historic church in Downtown Royal Oak is a tiny little Thai cafe, with only a few seats and a busy carry out counter.  Thailand Town, at 515 S Lafayette, does not have […]

Reporter Food: Southern Fried Chicken Salad at Highland House

March 1st 2019

Reporter Food: Southern Fried Chicken Salad at Highland House (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 1, 2019) Highland, MI – When I first visited Highland House in November, I wrote that I would definitely be back.  Hence our second Reporter Food Column from this great family restaurant at 2630 E. Highland Road (M-59) in Highland Township. Last […]

Reporter Food: Fish & Chips at Royal Diner

February 28th 2019

Reporter Food: Fish & Chips at Royal Diner (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 28, 2019) Clarkston, MI – It’s nice having someplace to go in the middle of the night that has an amazing variety of food and people.  The Royal Diner at 6540 Dixie Highway in Clarkston is that perfect after-meeting place. Recently I had […]

Reporter Food: Kobe Beef Sliders at Sedona Taphouse

February 21st 2019

Reporter Food: Kobe Beef Sliders at Sedona Taphouse (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 21, 2019) Troy, MI – A friend and I recently went to Sedona Taphouse at 198 E Big Beaver Rd in Troy for lunch. This is a franchise, but the one in Troy is the only Michigan location. My friend ordered the Cuban, […]

Reporter Food: Omelettes at Coolidge Cafe

February 16th 2019

Reporter Food: Omelettes at Coolidge Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 16, 2019) Oak Park, MI – There are over 30 omelette options on the menu at Coolidge Cafe in Oak Park. In addition to this variety, there is a build-your-own option.  My friend did this and had hers made with ham, mushroom, and veggies. I […]