Reporter Food: Earl’s Diner in Ferndale
But for this visit I was in the mood for something even more amazing – the Virginia Baked Ham Dinner.
Reporter Food: Coconut Chicken Salad at South Lyon Hotel
While the historic 1860s building is gone, the hotel recently re-opened as the modern, two-story eatery.
Reporter Food: Le Crepe in Royal Oak
Reporter Food: Le Crepe in Royal Oak (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 22, 2019) Royal Oak, MI- I recently started using Door Dash, and it’s been a great way to add new restaurants to the Reporter Food section. One of the first that I tried was Le Crepe, which is located at 317 S. Washington Ave…
Reporter Food: Lemon Ricotta Blueberry Pancakes at Village Cafe
Reporter Food: Lemon Ricotta Blueberry Pancakes at Village Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 2, 2019) Troy, MI – In my quest to try as many restaurants in Oakland County as I can, I had breakfast with a friend at the Village Cafe at 3672 Rochester Road in Troy a few weeks ago. The special of…
Reporter Food: Chicken Fried Rice at China Village in Bloomfield Hills
Reporter Food: Chicken Fried Rice at China Village in Bloomfield Hills (Crystal A. Proxmire, Dec. 25, 2018) Bloomfield Hills, MI- Chinese food on Christmas is a great tradition, and it gave me a chance to try China Village at 1655 S Opdyke in Bloomfield Hills. The lovely restaurant with the red roof has a menu…
Introducing: Reporter Food Index, City by City
Introducing: Reporter Food Index, City by City (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 29, 2018) Oakland County, MI – Oakland County Times has been on a mission to try as many restaurants throughout our great county as possible. These “Reporter Food” columns have evolved over time to become one of our most popular ongoing features. Scroll…
Reporter Food: BBQ Pulled Pork Mac n Cheese at Dave and Amy’s
Reporter Food: BBQ Pulled Pork Mac n Cheese at Dave and Amy’s (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 31, 2018) White Lake, MI- at 9595 Highland Road (M59) in White Lake is a locally owned restaurant with a bar and a large menu, named after their founders: Dave and Amy’s. I went for lunch and had their…
Reporter Food: Witches’ Luncheon at Holly Hotel
Reporter Food: Witches’ Luncheon at Holly Hotel (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 28, 2018) Holly, MI – The Holly Hotel has been getting magical this weekend with their annual Witches’ Luncheon. The event attracts people with tall pointy hats and black dresses from all around the state who revel in the creative culinary creations and the…
Reporter Food: Mexican Skillet at Old Village Cafe
Reporter Food: Mexican Skillet at Old Village Cafe (Crystal A. Proxmire, Oct. 6, 2018) Clarkston, MI- Last week I was passing though Clarkston and decided to give Old Village Cafe a try. It was nice sitting near the front and watching people pass by on Downtown Clarkston’s Main Street. The restaurant has a typical diner…
Reporter Food: Portabella & Mixed Sweet Peppers Po’ Boy at Howe’s Bayou
Reporter Food: Portabella & Mixed Sweet Peppers Po’ Boy at Howe’s Bayou (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 20, 2018) Ferndale, MI – Sometimes it can be hard to find an alternative to the meaty burgers and chicken sandwiches that flood the restaurant scene. But Howe’s Bayou at 22848 Woodward in Downtown Ferndale has a fantastic meat-free…
Reporter Food: Corned Beef Omelette at Omelette and Waffle Cafe in Northville
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: Steak Burrito at El Camino in Keego Harbor
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…
Reporter Food: Fajitas at Mojave Cantina in Clawson
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: Blissful Smoothie and Go South Wrap at GreenSpace & Go
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: Pub Burger & Poutine under a Palm Tree at M-Brew
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
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: Egg Sandwich and Double Layer Nachos at OWL
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
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: Tempura Green Beans & Other New Items at Tai Fai
Reporter Food: Tempura Green Beans & Other New Items at Tai Fai (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 9, 2018) Oak Park, MI- “Tai Fai” means great and fast in Cantonese, and the Oak Park take-out spot lives up to its name. I’ve been a fan of Tai Fai since they opened in 203, with sushi…
Reporter Food: Tempura Green Beans & Other New Items at Tai Fai
Reporter Food: Tempura Green Beans & Other New Items at Tai Fai (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 9, 2018) Oak Park, MI- “Tai Fai” means great and fast in Cantonese, and the Oak Park take-out spot lives up to its name. I’ve been a fan of Tai Fai since they opened in 203, with sushi…