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Detroit News restaurant critic. Game show enthusiast. Cross-stitcher. Send restaurant tips: mbaetens@detroitnews.com

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Modern Romanian concept Bar Gabi to open in former Framebar space in Hazel Park Chefs and partners Gabriel and Gabriela Botezan will bring their vast knowledge of pastas, pastries and Romanian cuisine to John R this fall.

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15.09.2025 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sip-N-Read is now open with books, wine and comfortable vibes in Corktown Author and winemaker Tamela Todd welcomed guests to the 2,400-square-foot reading room, bookstore and wine bar on Wednesday.

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28.08.2025 17:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
In hindsight, 2015 was a magical year for Detroit's dining scene Major players emerged that would attract the attention of national food media, and many of those names are still making moves a decade later in 2025.

Looking back at 2015, was a magical year for the Detroit dining scene, starting with the opening of Selden Standard in late 2014 and continuing with the debuts of Chartreuse, Mabel Gray, Sister Pie, Kuzzo's, Vertical and Standby. Read more in today's column: www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...

14.08.2025 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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IT’S NEVER OVER: JEFF BUCKLEY if you love his music you should see this, and if you don’t know what I’m talking about you should definitely watch it.

Detroit/Michigan: This is showing at the Michigan Theatre Tues.-Thurs this week only, don't miss it ... jukeboxgraduate.com/its-never-ov...

11.08.2025 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dining calendar: August food festivals and more tasty news Andiamo Pasta & Chops is having a somm slam and Wright & Company will host a mezcal master class this month, too.

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07.08.2025 15:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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See inside Detroit's Better Made snack factory as it celebrates 95 years The family-owned snack food brand has made potato chips in Detroit since 1930.

We may have different allegiances when it comes to cars, colleges and Coney dogs, but there's no question that Better Made makes Detroit's favorite potato chip.

07.08.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What if it was the Sony Beatles biopic and they were using code names like when Paul used to check into hotels as Paul Ramone ... but even using Ramones names would cause alarm (case in point)

31.07.2025 15:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Inaugural Traverse City Food & Wine festival brings big names Celebrity names, award-winning culinary talent from Detroit and other celebrated Michigan chefs will appear at multi-event festival Aug. 20-24.

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30.07.2025 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WahlburgersΒ returns to Metro Detroit with DTW location The new location will be open daily for counter service inside the McNamara Terminal starting Aug. 4.

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29.07.2025 16:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Downtown Detroit is getting fast-casual favorite Sweetgreen The fast-casual restaurant will be at 1020 Woodward in the One Campus Martius building.

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29.07.2025 13:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alden Global Capital Makes a Play for The Dallas Morning News

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23.07.2025 13:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Acclaimed restaurateur returns to native Grosse Pointe to open Lola's Taco Bar After working in and opening restaurants in Chicago, New York and Philly, restaurateur Branden McRill readies to debut casual taco spot on Mack.

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22.07.2025 15:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trailblazing primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall coming to Fisher Theatre The world-renowned ethologist and conservationist travels 20 days a year on speaking tours and other appearances.

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22.07.2025 15:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Shark Week 2025 Brings New Thrills and Old Favorites to Discovery The enduringly popular Discovery Channel summertime TV event is back for its 37th year.

Good morning and Happy Shark Week to those who celebrate www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/s...

21.07.2025 13:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Adventures in Detroit dining: Our restaurant critic's recent raves A poppy seed-dusted chopped wedge, sweet bibingka and flavorful shrimp tacos are among the favorites.

For every bad slice of cardboard-like pizza, for each salad that should have been compost and for the times a cookie crumbled, there is β€” thankfully β€” a dish worth writing about. Here are 5 of them: www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...

17.07.2025 13:53 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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James Beard Award-winning Warda Patisserie opens second location Long in the works, the cafe on the grounds of the east side cultural center Little Village.

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17.07.2025 13:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tacos Wuey opens Friday in Detroit with pork rinds, ceviche and a family birria recipe Chef and owner Eddie Vargas says the 40-seat restaurant will be a modern taqueria with new tacos each week.
14.07.2025 16:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Clawson's House of Barbecue closes after a pig roast Saturday Owners of the 3-year-old restaurant are looking for a new location to serve their smoked brisket, superb collard greens and house-made mac and cheese.

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11.07.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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London-based band Los Bitchos bring instrumental dance party to Magic Bag Tuesday Expect bongos, keytars and Latin rhythms as the globally influenced quartet make their Detroit debut.

First time in Detroit - this Tuesday! www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...

03.07.2025 19:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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22 bars and restaurants that opened in June, plus 10 closings Have cocktails in the sun at Father Forgive Me in Detroit or Latitudes in Wyandotte, or grab a burger at new locations for Ford's Garage and HopCat.

22 bars and restaurants that opened in June, plus 10 closings
βœ… Father Forgive Me - Detroit
βœ… Ryuu Sushi - Grosse Pointe
βœ… Ford’s Garage - Utica
❌ Hooters Taylor
❌ Pinky’s Rooftop
❌ Ferlito’s Restaurant

01.07.2025 14:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A new restaurant takes the glory at Sunday's Burger Battle in Eastern Market Ten competitors set up in the heat outside Eastern Market's Shed 5 Sunday afternoon to vie for the title of Burger Battle champion.

Burger joint in a Port Huron gas station zips to glory at Sunday's Battle in Eastern Market

30.06.2025 15:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Competition is hot and juicy for Sunday's Burger Battle in Eastern Market Burger fans and a panel of judges decide which local competitor brings their best beef to Eastern Market event.

3 former winners face 9 new competitors at Sunday’s Detroit Burger Battle πŸ† πŸ”
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26.06.2025 11:58 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Syndicate owner is doing her part to keep Ferndale's downtown scene fresh Hospitality veteran Dana Taucher opened Syndicate cocktail lounge in late 2023 and will debut barbecue restaurant Smokhaus later this summer.

Dana Taucher debuted Syndicate in downtown Ferndale 2 years ago - here are the details on her next two ventures:

19.06.2025 13:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Bested by Chicago again, no James Beard Award wins for Michigan this year Ten Michigan chefs and restaurants were named semifinalists for the awards in January, but Traverse City's Cooks' House was the only final nominee.

After an exciting win in 2024, Michigan walked away empty handed in the James Beard Restaurant/Chef Awards last night www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...

17.06.2025 14:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Detroit News to operate independently at year’s end The joint operating agreement between The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press will end at year's end.

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16.06.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Restaurant Review: Octopus' Beer Garden is a riverside escape from the daily grind Come for the 1960s classic rock vibes, stay for the fish tacos and frozen rum drinks.

This week's review is a Beatles-themed bar in Mount Clemens - print headline ideas for this story sparked a fun discussion. DAY SIPPER won, but LET IT BEER, was on the page for a while. FAB POUR, was a contender for a while as was ALL YOU NEED IS RUM ... any others?

12.06.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nate Burleson in town this weekend for LionBlood vodka launch with Valentine Distilling Co 'Detroit gave me a chapter in my life that shaped me,' said Burleson of teaming up with Ferndale's Valentine Distilling Co. for the new spirit.

I like the flavor - natural orange and elderflower, not too sweet and no aftertaste. Nate will be in Ferndale Friday night at the St. Clair Shores Kroger Saturday promoting the brand

11.06.2025 18:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Dearborn's M Cantina earns Guinness World Record for vast agave spirits selection The Mexican restaurant on Michigan Avenue has more than 1800 tequilas and other agave spirits available at its bar.

So fun πŸ˜€

10.06.2025 21:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Detroit lands on PETA's list of the country's most vegan-friendly cities The list name-drops Detroit businesses like Trap Vegan, Detroit Vegan Soul and Cold Truth ice cream.

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09.06.2025 18:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ferlito's to close Grosse Pointe Woods restaurant soon A carryout location, which opened in February in St. Clair Shores, will continue to serve Ferlito's pizza, pasta, ribs and more.

Ferlito's to close Grosse Pointe Woods restaurant soon

www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...

09.06.2025 14:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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