Since I write about Detroit constantly on After 5 and on LittleGuide, I often feel like I’ve ‘been there done that’ and the blog gets left behind. So here’s my attempt at playing catch up. Coming your way: Great places to eat Popular places to drink Fun things to do in Detroit Cool things to … More What’s New in Detroit Vol. 1
Flowers of Vietnam is one of the most talked about restaurants in Detroit these days. It’s been high on my to-try list and Danny surprised me with reservations for Mother’s Day. I went in with high expectations and from start to finish it didn’t disappoint. Going in I knew I wanted the caramel chicken wings … More Flowers of Vietnam
We are a MARVEL family for sure. At age 2 Lucas knows all his superheroes. He’s seen Spiderman Homecoming countless times and loves declaring that he’s a superhero to everyone who will listen. I was excited to take him to Free Comic Book Day at Vault of Midnight downtown on Saturday because even though he’s a … More Family Day @ Vault of Midnight
I’m on a roll this week on the blogging front. The sun is out and I feel like a new person. Here’s to longer days and warmer weather! Love Taza is living the dream in NYC and now she’s selling some of it at Target! Naomi created a really thoughtful luggage line for the entire … More Fast Four
After a decade plus cycling hiatus I’ve taken to riding a bike multiple times a week thanks to the MoGoDetroit. There’s no such thing as convenient parking in the city these days and now that I’m downtown (and without the federal parking lot), I have to get creative. I decided to check out the MoGo … More MoGo Detroit
MoGo Detroit // I’m SO excited about this! Before this week I hadn’t been on a bike in YEARS (I was thrilled to discover riding a bike is just like riding a bike), now I ride one every work day. The MoGo system will get it’s own post but for the moment I’ll say this … More Finds of the Week
It’s crazy hot and humid around here but I will not let that put a damper on my sweater weather season. The sweater and jeans are from the GAP outlet and I plan to live in them for the next two months at least. Other fall things I’m really looking forward to: Making // Apple butter for … More Fall Favorites
This week I got a sneak preview of the Detroit Design 139 exhibit that opens to the public today at 1001 Woodward. The three week exhibit showcases the development projects underway in Detroit and it’s incredible! I’m in awe of the plans for downtown/Midtown and even more impressed for the plans for the neighborhoods. The … More Find of the Week: Detroit Design 139
I spent three days in Detroit and saw more than I have in ages. I decided one way to keep up on blogging will be to share highlights from the places I’ve been. Here are this week’s three favorites. Avalon Cafe + Biscuit Bar // Avalon’s chocolate sea salt cookie is my absolute favorite and … More Finds of the Week
It’s no secret that Eastern Market is my Detroit go-to recommendation and travel destination for visitors to the city. Whenever I want to dispel preconceived notions about Detroit, I always make plans for a Saturday morning. The sight of hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds, fresh flowers and produce, food trucks and street … More The Eastern Market District
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