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Zach Achatz of Achatz Handmade Pie Company told Local Business News about the family business’s eight pie shops, including one in Troy, along with pies available fresh or frozen at retail stores like Busch’s. One thing we learned is that Achatz provides beautifully wrapped individual pies for weddings and other events. Look for fall seasonal flavors coming soon!
Achatz Handmade Pie Co.
Zach Achatz of Achatz Handmade Pie Company told Local Business News about the family business’s eight pie shops, including one in Troy, along with pies available fresh or frozen at retail stores like Busch’s. One thing we learned is that Achatz provides beautifully wrapped individual pies for weddings and other events. Look for fall seasonal flavors coming soon!
Ground Control Coffee Roasters
Local Business News talked with Trent Chapman, co-owner of Ground Control Coffee Roasters in downtown Farmington. The coffee shop, which also sells its coffee online, will celebrate its one-year anniversary in September. Stop by Ground Control for coffee, espresso, latte, tea, sandwiches, store-made muffins and more. They’re open as late as 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
O’Mara’s Restaurant
Kevin O’Mara, owner of O’Mara’s restaurant in Berkley, gave Local Business News the latest scoop on his 30-year-old business. The bar and restaurant is recently renovated and features everything from steaks to burgers to gluten-free tacos. Kevin prides himself on serving “real” food, and has even dedicated an area of his restaurant to an indoor garden. Check out O’Mara’s live music and dinner shows.
Blair Hall Coffee Update
Local Business News and Mike Kneffel, co-owner of Blair Hall Specialty Coffee, discussed how the Auburn Hills-based business has grown since its 2019 founding. Kneffel explained the importance of the roasting process, how he’s expanded the company’s reach into Whole Foods and other local stores, Blair Hall’s new Corporate Dining Concepts venture and more.
Doc Sweets Candy Company
Project manager turned candy connoisseur Dave Sklena sat down with Local Business News to discuss his 15-year-old business. A 2008 layoff led Sklena to open the downtown Clawson candy company, and it’s grown in popularity since. For years, Sklena’s young son had no idea his dad owned a candy shop. Sklena told him he was a farmer. Now the 7-year-old enjoys working with his dad at the 4,000-square-foot shop where you can get anything you loved as a kid, plus new items like freeze-dried gummy worms.
Thai 101
Kaye Watcharawipa, owner of Thai 101 in Royal Oak told us about her authentic Thai restaurant, which includes favorite menu items like curry, pad Thai, Thai fried rice and more. Customers can ask for dishes with less spice and can also get vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals. The small eatery, located on Woodward Avenue south of 14 Mile, offers counter service only and does a good deal of online and take out orders, but it does have a welcoming bar area for casual dining inside the restaurant.
Dolcetto Cheese
Local Business News caught up with Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods in downtown Farmington (formerly, The Cheese Lady) since September 2022. Kennedy spoke about her “food is life” philosophy, her new artists’ lines and wines, wine and cheese tastings, and why you can now purchase alligator tail at Dolcetto.
Ray’s Ice Cream Update
Jason Edelston, the new owner of Rays’ Ice Cream in Royal Oak since summer 2022, told Local Business News about the new flavors available at Ray’s, the shop’s expansion into more grocery stores, its vegan offerings and how Ray’s has lasted as a creamery and parlor for more than 65 years.
Ray’s Ice Cream
Jason Edelston, the new owner of Rays’ Ice Cream in Royal Oak since summer 2022, told Local Business News about the new flavors available at Ray’s, the shop’s expansion into more grocery stores, its vegan offerings and how Ray’s has lasted as a creamery and parlor for more than 65 years.
Dolcetto Cheese
Local Business News caught up with Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods in downtown Farmington (formerly, The Cheese Lady) since September 2022. Kennedy spoke about her “food is life” philosophy, her new artists’ lines and wines, wine and cheese tastings, and why you can now purchase alligator tail at Dolcetto.
Eton Academy Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
ETON ACADEMY COVID-19 ResponseLBN Reporter Rebecca Calappi talks with Pete Pullen, Head of School, about what Eton Academy is and how they are dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic and opening for school in the fall. Check out our previous story on Eton Academy here.
Sullivan & Sons Funeral Directors Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
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Beauty Specialist Offers Supermodel Treatment in B’ham
For more than 20 years, Jenny Brethen has been trusting Elizabeth Arsov to help her feel vibrant.
“I always leave there feeling like a supermodel,” said Brethen recently. “I have some other friends in the same field, but no, I’m very loyal to Liz. She’s does a great job and she always makes me feel good.”
Surprises Abound at Mount Clemens Vintage Boutique
There’s nothing ho-hum about Max & Ollie’s Vintage Boutique in downtown Mount Clemens. From the array of throw-back merchandise to the owner, the store is chock-full of pleasant surprises.
Diane Kubik has owned Max & Ollie’s for 15 years, but the whole thing was a bit of an accident. Her sister saw the empty storefront just around the corner from where the store is now located. The deal was, Diane would put up the money and her recently unemployed sister would run the shop. When the sister was unexpectedly called back to work, Diane, then a stay-at-home mom of five, found herself in an unfamiliar position.
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