Bean & Bagel Co.

Bean & Bagel Co.

Anthony Zora, owner of Bean & Bagel Co. in West Bloomfield opened his self-proclaimed “Mom and Pop shop” when he saw a vacant storefront and took the opportunity. The bagel and coffee shop serves bagels, bagel sandwiches, coffee, latte, tea and hot chocolate. Popular menu items include the sunrise bagel with egg and bacon or sausage and the pastrami bagel. The eatery also makes its own cream cheese in a variety of flavors. Zora looks forward to serving ice cream and juices this coming spring.

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Natalie’s Bakery

Natalie’s Bakery

Sokol Karroca, owner of Natalie’s Bakery in Madison Heights, found his passion for baking growing up in Italy. In 2010, he realized his dream of owning a bakery. Natalie’s Bakery, named for Sokol’s daughter, is a European bakery serving delights like sweet breads, macaroons, scones and Natalie’s famous Tiramisu. The bakery also offers cakes made to order. Order products online to pick up at the bakery or just stop by. You can also find Natalie’s products at Kroger, Papa Joe’s Market, Nino Salvaggio and other grocery stores.

Natalie’s Bakery Website

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LBN Alerts Valentine’s Giveaway

LBN Alerts Valentine’s Giveaway

At Local Business News, our mission has always been to bridge the gap between you and the incredible small businesses that make our communities home. Today, we’re taking that a step further. We want to reward you for staying connected. We’re launching the LBN Alerts Giveaway—our biggest one yet—running from January 29th through February 9th. The first 100 to sign up will be entered into a drawing to win one of 50 bottles of Papa’s Kitchen Pink Greek Dressing or one of 50 bags of Great Lakes Pot Pie’s Pie Chips.

These 100 winners will be notified via email and can pick up their prizes the week of February 16th at their designated partner locations across the metro area.

The Grand Prize “Romantic Dinner for Twois the ultimate local business date night, ready for Valentine’s Day. We will select 5 lucky winners who will each receive a package including: 

  • A savory Pot Pie from Great Lakes Pot Pie.
  • A fresh salad topped with Papa’s Kitchen Pink Greek Dressing.
  • A pint of Ray’s Ice Cream for dessert.
  • A bottle of fine wine from Youngblood Vineyard.
  • A sweet finish with assorted Valentine’s candies from Doc Sweet’s Candy Company.

We’re making this easy and local. Your Grand Prize pickup will happen on February 14th—Valentine’s Day—at the designated business in your zone. And here is the best part: when you pick up from your zone’s location, there is an additional bonus gift waiting for you.

If you’re in Zone A, your pickup location is Great Lakes Pot Pies in Clawson. Pick up there and receive cupcakes from Fox and Hounds Pastry Den.

Zone B picks up at The Cheese Lady in Rochester. The Cheese Lady is adding a package of Brie Cheese, Black Currant Preserves, Truffles, and Artisan Crisps made from Tart Cherry, Cacao Nib & Almonds.

Zone C, your pickup spot is Dolcetto Cheese in Farmington. You’ll receive “An Evening for Two” gift box from Dolcetto containing a selection of cheeses, sweets, and accompaniments. You’ll also receive a gift box of lemon bars, fudge brownies, St. Louis Gooey Butter Cakes, and Raspberry Crumble Bars from Never Forgotten Bakery in Farmington.

And Zone D, you’ll head to Clementine’s Pastries in Mt. Clemens. There you’ll receive a fruit tart from Clementines and a gift basket of assorted chocolates from Champagne Chocolates.

*OFFER ENDS ON MON, FEB 9TH AT 5:00PM.

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Happy Girl Wine – Royal Oak

Happy Girl Wine – Royal Oak

Jocelin Arbenz and Abby Nowicki from Happy Girl Wine in Royal Oak just opened their shop a couple weeks ago. The shop caters to women ages 21 to 40, with an aim to make wine both affordable and fun to buy, without any pretense. Happy Girl sources clean wine with no additives, and much of it is also made with sustainable practices. You can sample the wines inside the shop, and you can also purchase the company’s cute logo hats. Watch for tasting events in the future.

Happy Girl Wine – Royal Oak Website

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Xav’s Jammin’ Caribbean Fusion

Xav’s Jammin’ Caribbean Fusion

Xavier Jaramillio is a French-trained chef and owner of the new Farmington Hills restaurant, Xav’s Jammin’ Caribbean Fusion. The eatery fuses multiple Caribbean cuisines and is known for its oxtails, jerk chicken and more. Xav’s also offers vegetarian and vegan dishes, including black bean bowls and mac ‘n’ cheese. Watch for new menu items like oxtail and jerk chicken egg rolls, catfish and empanadas. Xav’s also offers catering for all types of cuisines.

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Papa Joe’s Gourmet Markets

Papa Joe’s Gourmet Markets

Hannah Harris, marketing director for Papa Joe’s Gourmet Markets, told us about the market’s many departments, including affordable groceries, top-end produce, gourmet-to-go, deli and catering. The departments work together to offer a wide array of farm-grown produce, grocery staples, prepared meals, pastries and an extensive wine selection managed by a sommelier. Locations are in Rochester and Birmingham, with other locations inside hospitals. Watch for special events like seasonal food tastings. 

Papa Joe’s Website

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