Friday, July 1, 2011
Ferndale's 'blunch' joint serves intriguing dishes at affordable prices.
- RESTAURANT REVIEWS
- Joe Hakim
-
Friday, July 1, 2011
The Fly Trap, 22950 Woodward Ave., Ferndale, 248-399-5150 The only joint in Metro Detroit serving "blunch," The Fly Trap is one of Ferndale's quintessential diners. With a menu that is as eclectic as it is accessible, the focus is on fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine that is also playful and delicious. In conjunction with the menu, a daily specials board announces what's exciting. The Fly Trap's home page is updated each day with specials information on the Daily Buzz section. During my most recent visit, the milkshake of the day was mint stick, a cool and refreshing peppermint shake that couldn't be more perfect on a hot day. Breakfast choices range from sweet to savory. From oatmeal with dried cherries and vanilla ice cream (!) to huevos …
42.46212
-83.13537
The Fly Trap
22950 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI
/articles/bites-nearby-the-fly-trap
708452
/locations/4750071
Friday, June 10, 2011
"Handmade" extends to food at Ferndale marketplace open only on Saturdays and Sundays.
- RESTAURANT REVIEWS
- Joe Hakim
-
Friday, June 10, 2011
The Rust Belt Market has been open for about a month now. Basically, it is a place for purveyors of handmade and/or vintage goods to set up shop and sell to the public each Saturday and Sunday. As its website says, "Ever wish that Etsy existed offline? So did we." Etsy, of course, is an online marketplace where people can buy handmade and vintage goods from around the world. The fundamental problem with Etsy is you have no idea who you're buying from. No matter how dolled up a virtual storefront may be, it is still virtual. Rust Belt Market brings the sellers from behind the keyboard into a public space where buyers can discuss any issues they may have before purchasing an item. When we talk about handmade goods, foods are sometimes …
42.46077
-83.13498
22801 Woodward Ave, Ferndale, MI
Rust Belt Market
/articles/bites-nearby-rust-belt-market
/locations/4562287
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Students at Farmington Hills campus will showcase their skills at Western BBQ event April 14.
The cities of Farmington and the Hills are home to a wide range of restaurants, from fancy to no frills. For those looking for the fancy food on a no-frills budget, look no further than the students of Oakland Community College’s Culinary Studies Institute. Under the watchful eye of the school’s instructors, they serve upscale cuisine at a budget-friendly price. Students’ skills and knowledge will be put to the test during OCC’s last major dinner event, which is set for 6 p.m. Thursday, April 14, the third in a series of special dinner events this semester, said Susan Baier, program coordinator and chef at Oakland Community College. The menu, which will be prepared by the buffet and banquets class, will feature dishes that fit into the "…
42.492403
-83.358414
Oakland Community College Orchard Ridge Campus
27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI
/articles/bites-nearby-oakland-community-college-culinary-studies
1526852
/locations/3922374
