Reporter Food: Manhattan Dawg at Atomic Dawg in Berkley PERMANENTLY CLOSED (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 29, 2018) Berkley, MI – Looking for a yummy hot dog spot, with a cool vibe and quality food? Well, Atomic Dawg at 2705 Coolidge in Downtown Berkley could be for you. I had my first Atomic Dawg last week…
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: Fajitas at Mojave Cantina in Clawson (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 21, 2018) Clawson, MI – Mojave Cantina in Clawson was a great choice for a pre-meeting feast. I ordered their steak fajitas which came sizzling hot on a cast iron pan that included peppers and onions. The other toppings were also fresh and…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…
Reporter Food: Pineapple Upside Down French Toast at Breakfast Club (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 17, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – In the mood for something sweet and unique? The Breakfast Club in Madison Heights and Clawson offer a variety of fancy breakfasts, including soft thick fresh baked french toast. My recent choice was the pineapple…
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: Boxty at Blackthorn Pub (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 7, 2018) Holly, MI- In addition to a regular menu of delicious items, Blackthorn Pub in Downtown Holly offers specials that regularly change. I recently had Boxty, which was an Irish potato pancake stuffed with a mix of roasted mushrooms, kale, and whiskey cream sauce…
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…
Reporter Food: Hot Mess Tots, Walking Taco & More at Doug’s Delight (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 10, 2018) Hazel Park, MI – When I was a kid, Doug’s Delight at 24110 John R Rd was the place to go for after-school slushies and ice cream. The neighborhood ice cream shop closed down several years ago,…
Reporter Food: Egg Sandwich and Double Layer Nachos at OWL in Royal Oak (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 27, 2018) Royal Oak, MI- Open 24/6, with time off on Sundays, O.W.L. restaurant in Royal Oak gives patrons a simple menu of breakfast and lunch items, many with a Mexican flair. A friend and I checked it…
Reporter Food: Egg Sandwich and Double Layer Nachos at OWL in Royal Oak (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 27, 2018) Royal Oak, MI- Open 24/6, with time off on Sundays, O.W.L. restaurant in Royal Oak gives patrons a simple menu of breakfast and lunch items, many with a Mexican flair. A friend and I checked it…
Reporter Food: Charminar Biryani House Indian Restaurant in Troy (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 26, 2018) Troy, MI – There is an amazing new restaurant on the corner of John R and Big Beaver Road called Charminar Biryai House Indian Restaurant. It opened three months ago but I didn’t notice it until the large “Lunch Buffet”…
Reporter Food: Charminar Biryani House Indian Restaurant in Troy (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 26, 2018) Troy, MI – There is an amazing new restaurant on the corner of John R and Big Beaver Road called Charminar Biryai House Indian Restaurant. It opened three months ago but I didn’t notice it until the large “Lunch Buffet”…
Reporter Food: Baton Rouge Crawfish Cakes at Howe’s Bayou (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 16, 2018) Ferndale, MI – One of my favorite places to go to eat and write is Howe’s Bayou at 22848 Woodward Ave in Downtown Ferndale. They’ve been a sponsor of Oakland County Times since back when it was Ferndale 115 nine…
Reporter Food: Baton Rouge Crawfish Cakes at Howe’s Bayou (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 16, 2018) Ferndale, MI – One of my favorite places to go to eat and write is Howe’s Bayou at 22848 Woodward Ave in Downtown Ferndale. They’ve been a sponsor of Oakland County Times since back when it was Ferndale 115 nine…
Reporter Food: Baton Rouge Crawfish Cakes at Howe’s Bayou (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 16, 2018) Ferndale, MI – One of my favorite places to go to eat and write is Howe’s Bayou at 22848 Woodward Ave in Downtown Ferndale. They’ve been a sponsor of Oakland County Times since back when it was Ferndale 115 nine…
Reporter Food: Woodward Melt at Lafayette Market (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 12, 2018) Pontiac, MI – Lunch at the Lafayette Market was a wonderful experience. The market has a nice open feel with plenty of tables and people to run into. I was there last week to meet with the Director of the Pontiac Regional…