Japanese-inspired cocktail bar opens in Detroit’s Book Tower

The Aladdin Sane, a new cocktail bar in Detroit’s recently renovated Book Tower, offers an interesting blend of inspirations — Japan and…

By Layla McMurtrie

The Aladdin Sane mirrors traditional Japanese cocktail bars in Tokyo, featuring bars and tables of the same height.
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Photos: Killer Mike & the Mighty Midnight Revival at Detroit’s Majestic Theatre

Rapper Killer Mike brought some gospel-infused hip-hop to Detroit’s Majestic Theatre on Friday, the same day he dropped his seventh studio album,…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: Photos: Killer Mike & the Mighty Midnight Revival at Detroit’s Majestic Theatre
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This Michigan ‘castle’ is on sale for $300K — let’s take a look

In 1892, this Richardsonian Romanesque castle was built in Port Huron. Now, the “bargain-priced, renovation-ready” historic estate is one of the most…

By Layla McMurtrie

1719 Military St., Port Huron
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Photos: Sammy Hagar (Best of ALL Worlds tour) with Loverboy at Pine Knob

Sammy Hagar brought the “Best of ALL Worlds” tour to Pine Knob Music Theatre on Friday. The name of the tour says…

By Joe Maroon

Image: Photos: Sammy Hagar (Best of ALL Worlds tour) with Loverboy at Pine Knob
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This Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired mansion in Ann Arbor just got a price drop

Throughout his career, American architect Frank Lloyd Wright designed more than 1,000 structures, 31 of which were built in Michigan. While he…

By Layla McMurtrie

4000 Vorhies Rd., Ann Arbor
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20 Detroit-area dessert shops to keep you cool

Something about the summer brings out a craving for sweetness. When it’s hot AF outside like it has been in metro Detroit…

By Layla McMurtrie

Doug's Delight in Hazel Park.
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Halloween pop-up bar Black Lagoon is coming to Detroit this fall

It’s already August, which means Halloween is basically (sort of) around the corner. With the holiday season comes unique pop-up bars to…

By Layla McMurtrie

Black Lagoon will be at The Skip from October 1 through November 5.
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Detroit food experiences that offer more than a great meal

Detroit’s dining scene is full of unique spots that go beyond just serving food. Many local eateries blend delicious cuisine with unique…

By Layla McMurtrie

Cliff Bell’s 2030 Park Ave., Detroit; 313-961-2543; cliffbells.com This renowned jazz club and restaurant offers upscale American dishes and great drinks within an Art Deco ambiance, complemented by nightly live jazz performances. Originally opening in 1935 following the prohibition era, the spot is also steeped in history.
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Historic photos from Detroit’s 250th birthday celebration in 1951

The city of Detroit was founded on July 24, 1701 by French explorer Antoine de La Mothe Cadillac. Over the centuries, our…

By Layla McMurtrie

Detroit's 250th birthday celebration was epic.
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$8 burgers we can’t wait to try during Detroit Burger Week

What’s more essential to summer than a delicious burger? Detroit Burger Week, running from July 22-28, offers the perfect opportunity to indulge…

By Layla McMurtrie

Image: $8 burgers we can’t wait to try during Detroit Burger Week
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Everything we saw at Hair Wars 2024, a Detroit institution

Launched in the 1980s by DJ David “Hump The Grinder” Humphries as a nightclub party, at this point the hair stylist fashion…

By Kahn Santori Davison

Image: Everything we saw at Hair Wars 2024, a Detroit institution
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20 Detroit date ideas for when it's freaking hot out

The summer season is the best time for love and lust. You can be a lover, a hot girl, or both –…

By Layla McMurtrie

See animals at the Detroit Zoo 8450 W. 10 Mile Rd., Royal Oak; detroitzoo.org If your date loves animals, strolling through the Detroit Zoo is an ideal way to spend time together. It’s not just for kids; the zoo offers a perfect setting for a memorable date. Explore wildlife, visit the butterfly house, marvel at the penguin exhibit, and experience 4D screenings. Plus, the zoo often has special adult nights so you can have even more fun.
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50+ must-try burgers in metro Detroit

The humble hamburger is a staple of American food culture, and metro Detroit’s burger scene is sizzling with choices. When you’re in…

By Layla McMurtrie

Bar Pigalle 2915 John R. St., Detroit; 313-497-9200; barpigalle.com A French-inspired spot in Brush Park that serves a signature Pigalle Burger with Dijonnaise and house American cheese on a brioche bun, available as a single or double.
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Victorian home in Detroit’s Corktown with baseball history on sale for nearly $2M

If you want to dine in the same room where Tigers icon Ty Cobb was a dinner guest, this Victorian gem in…

By Layla McMurtrie

1801 Church Street, Detroit
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New Detroit Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff puts lakefront Ohio mansion up for sale

Longtime NBA coach J. B. Bickerstaff, formerly of the Cleveland Cavaliers, was just hired as the new coach of the Detroit Pistons…

By Layla McMurtrie

31810 Lake Rd., Avon Lake, Ohio
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Everything we saw at Method Man and Redman’s concert at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre

East Coast rappers Method Man and Redman performed on Sunday at Detroit’s Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre with local support from Danny Brown and…

By Dontae Rockymore

Image: Everything we saw at Method Man and Redman’s concert at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre
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This unique Tudor-style home in Detroit’s Arden Park takes you on a trip back in time

Built in 1924, this Tudor-style estate looks historic inside and out. Located in Detroit’s Arden Park-East Boston Historic District, the home combines…

By Layla McMurtrie

244 Arden Park Blvd., Detroit
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The 20 best French fries in the Detroit-area

Simple yet delicious, French fries are one of the most popular side dishes, perfect for complementing a burger (or really just about…

By Layla McMurtrie, Metro Times editorial staff

Green Dot Stables 2200 W. Lafayette Blvd., Detroit; 313-962-5588; greendotstables.com Sliders are the name of the game at Green Dot Stables, but their shoestring fries pair amazingly with this spot’s signature sliders. The restaurant won Best Poutine in the Metro Times Best of Detroit reader’s poll multiple times. Plus, they’ve got great truffle fries too, and all options are affordable.
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Where to catch dazzling fireworks in metro Detroit this summer

It’s summer in the United States, which means it’s time to celebrate Independence Day by blowing stuff up. For Detroiters, the annual…

By Lee DeVito

The big bang: the annual Ford Fireworks in Detroit.
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The best and worst Detroit-area Meijers stores, ranked

Michigan would not be Michigan without Meijer. The Michigan-based supermarket chain has it all. While there are only a few Meijer locations…

By Layla McMurtrie

Michigan-based supermarket chain Meijer has it all.
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The 20 most dangerous intersections in Michigan, ranked

Each year, Michigan Auto Law analyzes traffic accident data from the Michigan State Police to determine the top 20 most dangerous intersections…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Image: The 20 most dangerous intersections in Michigan, ranked
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Everything we saw at CannaBabe’s Pride event in Detroit

Cannababe held a Pride party at Exodus on June 27, with proceeds supporting the Ferndale LGBTQ+ nonprofit community center Affirmations.

By Dontae Rockymore

Image: Everything we saw at CannaBabe’s Pride event in Detroit
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This beautiful Frank Lloyd Wright home in Michigan is now for sale

The Robert D. and Winifred L. Winn House — one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Usonian homes” — is truly a work of…

By Layla McMurtrie

2822 Taliesin Dr., Kalamazoo
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Everyone we saw at the explosive Ford Fireworks show in Detroit

The 66th annual Ford Fireworks show brought a fabulously explosive evening to downtown Detroit on Monday. More than 10,000 fireworks dazzled the…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Kahn Davison
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Even thunderstorms couldn’t stop the revelers at Electric Forest in Rothbury

Every year, music lovers, artists, and party people gather for a gentle yet gigantic music festival in the Double JJ Resort in…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Mike Pfeiffer
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The most famous people from every Detroit high school

For many of the high schools in Detroit — whether they are still running or closed down decades ago — there is…

By Layla McMurtrie

Detroit’s Cass Technical High School has produced many famous alumni.
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Detroit summer commandments you must obey

Summer in Detroit isn’t just a season — it’s practically a religion, complete with its own set of commandments. You’ve got your…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Thou shalt ride the Belle Isle slide (it’s coming back). Belle Isle’s nostalgic giant slide returned in the summer of 2022 after several years being closed down. The slide made national headlines after videos of riders flying down it and landing hard went viral. Well, this summer, the notorious slide will be reopening with a softer landing, and this wild ride is a must. Your ass may burn, but the fun experience will not disappoint.
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The 10 most expensive Detroit-area mansions for sale right now

The upper class lives very differently than most of us, especially when it comes to the size of their homes. These mansions…

By Layla McMurtrie

1. 2600 Turtle Lake Dr., Bloomfield Township Price: $14.9 million This East Coast-style estate, located in the gated community of Turtle Lake, is exclusive and secluded. The 1920s architecture 6-bedroom waterfront home rests upon 7.75 acres of landscaped grounds.
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All the fabulous people we saw at Motor City Pride

At Motor City Pride, the vibe was a bright outlook and bright looks. Even if the weather was overcast, that didn’t stop…

By Li Miller

Motor City Pride 2024 took place June 8-9. It was amazing.
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Detroit music royalty unite to unveil Ford’s Michigan Central [PHOTOS]

We never thought we’d see the day. After being abandoned for nearly 40 years, Detroit’s Michigan Central Station has been revived with…

By Lee DeVito

Image: Detroit music royalty unite to unveil Ford’s Michigan Central [PHOTOS]
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Where to play pickleball in metro Detroit

Pickleball is America’s fastest-growing sport, and it’s no wonder why. The paddle game is easy to learn, a thrill to play, and…

By Steve Neavling

Patton Recreation Center 2301 Woodmere, Detroit; 313-628-2000; detroit.mi.gov Another recreation center in southwest Detroit, Patton Recreation Center converts its gym into pickleball courts from 1:30-3 p.m. on Thursdays and 12-2 p.m. on Saturdays. Beginning on Feb. 14, pickleball also will be available from 5-7 p.m.
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20+ rooftop bars and restaurants to visit this summer in metro Detroit

When it comes to drinking and dining, nothing beats a rooftop patio. Thankfully, there are a growing number of places to enjoy…

By Metro Times editorial staff

Kamper's Rooftop Lounge - 1265 Washington Blvd., Detroit Bedrock’s $400 million development of Detroit’s historic Book Tower features a rooftop bar, which opened in October 2023. Along with a new experience, Kamper's showcases a stunning view of the city alongside refreshing summer drinks.
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