Chef James Rigato is one of a kind. Not only is he the executive chef in one of metro Detroit’s best restaurants, but he’s probably one of the coolest most down to earth guys you’ll ever meet. Utterly passionate about …
Chef James Rigato is one of a kind. Not only is he the executive chef in one of metro Detroit’s best restaurants, but he’s probably one of the coolest most down to earth guys you’ll ever meet. Utterly passionate about …
I had the pleasure of chatting with Chef Robert of Bastone Brewery in Royal Oak last week to discuss 2 of their special summer menus: The Burger & A Brew menu, which runs through July 27th The Summer Lunch Menu, which will …
Words and photos by Joe Hakim Bizarre Foods Detroit aired last night, but there’s a lot that went into the show that you might not be aware of. Last June I was contacted by Andrew Zimmern’s production company to do …
Before Saturday, we had never participated in a rib competition. Knowing this, we enlisted the help of a couple guys who know their BBQ. The Rogue Estate, like us, know good food and how to prepare it. After a couple …
So you’re planning a Super Bowl party. This should not be taken lightly. As you well know, the Super Bowl occurs but once a year. An impact must be made. First and foremost, draft a team. It’s the Super Bowl, …
The recent wave of well above normal temperatures has made this winter a bit of an anomaly. Of course, our luck (or lack thereof for all you skiers out there) will soon change. We will get snow and have days …
Hya folks! I might have to start making dinners earlier in the day, it’s getting dark earlier. Good thing we fall back this weekend, eh? (Don’t forget to get those clocks ready!) What’s for dinner? This is a perfect fall …
Executive Chef John R. Golen is presenting a visually stunning, supremely savory Asian inspired dish this year. Teppanyaki pork belly is served with Yakatori glaze, soba noodle, spring onion, pea pods, shiitake mushroom, and miso. There are layers upon layers …
What a week, and it’s only Wednesday! Even today I get word that we have a new page. Hello! This might take some getting used to. Oh, and by the way, Happy May! What’s for dinner? It’s May, and tomorrow …
Detroit Restaurant Week Preview 7: Appetizers!
Our second stop takes us to the other Book Cadillac restaurant, 24 Grill. Kurobuta Pork Belly (by TheHungryDudes) is both sweet and salty. When combined with the citrusy mango and brazil nuts on the plate, the caramelized belly shines.
More Detroit Restaurant Week photos can be found here.