Melody Baetens Malosh
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Detroit News restaurant critic. Game show enthusiast. Cross-stitcher. Send restaurant tips: mbaetens@detroitnews.com
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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...
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.
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August 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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...
Detroit/Michigan: This is showing at the Michigan Theatre Tues.-Thurs this week only, don't miss it ... jukeboxgraduate.com/its-never-ov...
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.
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August 11, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Detroit/Michigan: This is showing at the Michigan Theatre Tues.-Thurs this week only, don't miss it ... jukeboxgraduate.com/its-never-ov...
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.
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.
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August 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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.
Good morning and Happy Shark Week to those who celebrate www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/s...
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.
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July 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Good morning and Happy Shark Week to those who celebrate www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/s...
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 — thankfully — a dish worth writing about. Here are 5 of them: www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
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.
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July 17, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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 — thankfully — a dish worth writing about. Here are 5 of them: www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
First time in Detroit - this Tuesday! www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
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.
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July 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
First time in Detroit - this Tuesday! www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
22 bars and restaurants that opened in June, plus 10 closings
✅ Father Forgive Me - Detroit
✅ Ryuu Sushi - Grosse Pointe
✅ Ford’s Garage - Utica
❌ Hooters Taylor
❌ Pinky’s Rooftop
❌ Ferlito’s Restaurant
✅ Father Forgive Me - Detroit
✅ Ryuu Sushi - Grosse Pointe
✅ Ford’s Garage - Utica
❌ Hooters Taylor
❌ Pinky’s Rooftop
❌ Ferlito’s Restaurant
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.
www.detroitnews.com
July 1, 2025 at 2:46 PM
22 bars and restaurants that opened in June, plus 10 closings
✅ Father Forgive Me - Detroit
✅ Ryuu Sushi - Grosse Pointe
✅ Ford’s Garage - Utica
❌ Hooters Taylor
❌ Pinky’s Rooftop
❌ Ferlito’s Restaurant
✅ Father Forgive Me - Detroit
✅ Ryuu Sushi - Grosse Pointe
✅ Ford’s Garage - Utica
❌ Hooters Taylor
❌ Pinky’s Rooftop
❌ Ferlito’s Restaurant
Burger joint in a Port Huron gas station zips to glory at Sunday's Battle in Eastern Market
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.
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June 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Burger joint in a Port Huron gas station zips to glory at Sunday's Battle in Eastern Market
3 former winners face 9 new competitors at Sunday’s Detroit Burger Battle 🏆 🍔
www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
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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.
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June 26, 2025 at 11:58 AM
3 former winners face 9 new competitors at Sunday’s Detroit Burger Battle 🏆 🍔
www.detroitnews.com/story/entert...
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Dana Taucher debuted Syndicate in downtown Ferndale 2 years ago - here are the details on her next two ventures:
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.
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June 19, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Dana Taucher debuted Syndicate in downtown Ferndale 2 years ago - here are the details on her next two ventures:
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...
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.
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June 17, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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...
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?
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.
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June 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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?