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…
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…
Reporter Food: Pho at Que Houng in Madison Heights (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 14, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – Que Houng is a Vietnamese term that means “Native Village,” and the folks at Que Houng Restaurant bring the tastes of Vietnam to Madison Heights with a menu full of favorites for dining in or carrying…
Crystal Proxmire is on a quest to try every restaurant in Oakland County.
Reporter Food: Pho at Que Houng in Madison Heights (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 14, 2018) Madison Heights, MI – Que Houng is a Vietnamese term that means “Native Village,” and the folks at Que Houng Restaurant bring the tastes of Vietnam to Madison Heights with a menu full of favorites for dining in or carrying…
Reporter Food: Loui’s Pizza in Hazel Park (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 10, 2018) Hazel Park, MI – For over 40 years, Loui’s Pizza has been serving up award-winning deep dish pizza, along with other Italian favorites. The restaurant itself is a uniquely-decorated place, with with bottles, holiday lights and artificial flowers. And there often is…
Reporter Food: Mad Hatter in Birmingham (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 7, 2018) Birmingham, MI – For a whimsical and tasty lunch in Downtown Birmingham, Mad Hatter was a good choice. I met a source there for a story and was impressed with the cuteness of the decor. Long royal-colored curtains, and cheerful artwork made it…
Reporter Food: Mad Hatter in Birmingham (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 7, 2018) Birmingham, MI – For a whimsical and tasty lunch in Downtown Birmingham, Mad Hatter was a good choice. I met a source there for a story and was impressed with the cuteness of the decor. Long royal-colored curtains, and cheerful artwork made it…
Reporter Food: Mad Hatter in Birmingham (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 7, 2018) Birmingham, MI – For a whimsical and tasty lunch in Downtown Birmingham, Mad Hatter was a good choice. I met a source there for a story and was impressed with the cuteness of the decor. Long royal-colored curtains, and cheerful artwork made it…
Reporter Food: #3 Sammich at Andy’s Place (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 3, 2018) Holly, MI – Holly, MI – Looking for a great view, great wireless and a great “sammich?” Then Andy’s Place in Downtown holly may be the spot for you. Located at 208 S Broad St, Holly, MI 48442, there is a great…
Reporter Food: Krzysiak’s House in Bay City (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 4, 2018) Bay City, MI – Sometimes a good meal is worth leaving town for. Those heading up north might take delight in this little Polish restaurant in Bay City Called Krzysiak’s House. I learned of this gem from a billboard (advertising does work!)…