PHOTOS: Dodge Park Thursdays provide community a little bit of something for everyone
We sent photographer David Lewinski to find out why Sterling Heights is the place to be each and every Thursday this summer, and his photos do not disappoint.
We sent photographer David Lewinski to find out why Sterling Heights is the place to be each and every Thursday this summer, and his photos do not disappoint.
Late spring in Michigan is welcome for a lot of reasons, and one of those is the return of farmers market season. One of the metro Detroit’s biggest and most celebrated makes its annual debut at 9 a.m. this Saturday, May 4.
"EGLE expects other cities to follow in the footsteps of the work initiated by these progressive communities,” says Jeff Spencer, a manager in the EGLE’s Materials Management Division.
The Metro Detroit hospitality industry is buzzing with new activity, so we check out eight places to try this year. "The amount of people that have stopped by to let us know that they live nearby and are excited is kind of overwhelming,” says Pie Sci founder Jeremy Damaske, who is opening an Oak Park location soon.
Macomb County’s Youngblood Vineyards’ new indoor tasting room has allowed the winery to expand into a full event space. Starting on the eve of the COVID-19 pandemic, the couple behind the vineyard have remained creative and connected to the community to keep growing.
Third-generation Detroiter Tom Woolsey still remembers the first dollar he made washing pots and pans at his grandfather's restaurant. Now, he is keeping a dining legacy alive at the iconic Andrews on the Corner. It's one of many beloved eateries that tell the stories of our neighborhoods.
A downtown social district has made all the difference for his brewery and the "renaissance of the town", says Jason Schlaff, owner of Farmington Brewing Company. “We have a fairly small taproom, but with [the social district], we can serve a much larger group of beer enthusiasts.”
With the Corktown parade this weekend, St Paddy's Day looks big this year. But not all publican houses are created equal. Some emanate charm, all gloomy corners and polished brass, while others radiate cheer with festive shamrocks and Kelly greens. Here are nine that have become stalwarts in our suburbs. Do you have a local?
Does your regular gas station stop have a surprisingly excellent selection of Michigan craft beer? And regional wines? Locally-distilled gin? Welcome to Metro Detroit's hidden gems. Tucked into our neighborhoods are local party stores and liquor shops that consistently punch above their weight in beverage selections.
Macomb County offers tastes from around the world. Here are a few of the area's ethnic markets that really stand out.
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