At Anano’s

At Anano’s

Ani Gogvadze, owner of At Anano’s in Farmington Hills, told us about this new eatery, which bears her nickname – Anano. It’s the only Georgian restaurant in Michigan, featuring a range of dishes. It’s famous for a dish called adjarian khachapuri, which is bread stuffed with melted cheese and topped with a raw egg. You can also get vegetarian dishes like the lobio or Georgian style salad, shish-kebab, and lamb and chicken dishes. Stop in for lunch or dinner.

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Italian Interior Concepts

Italian Interior Concepts

Stefano Mularoni, one of the owners of Italian Interior Concepts, grew up in an area of Italy that’s famous for its furniture making and kitchens. He wanted to bring some of that here to Michigan, and the business started about five years ago. Now, Italian Interior Concepts is a design and furniture boutique in Royal Oak that offers the experience of shopping for a wide range of Italian-made pieces—and sometimes, this even includes flying the client to Italy to peruse some of the best brands there. The company is committed to high quality, but this type of design is much more affordable than most people think, Mularoni says. 

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Disability Made Easy is a Michigan-based company committed to providing barrier-free modifications, including wheelchair ramps, grab bars, stairlifts, and custom solutions. They offer free estimates to design projects tailored to clients’ needs in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Hollywood Markets

Hollywood Markets

Andy Welch, co-owner of Hollywood Markets, with locations in Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills, Troy and Madison Heights, told us about his neighborhood grocery stores, family-owned since 1924. The markets cater to customers with an eye for fresh produce and meat. They offer personalized customer service, greeting customers by name and enabling them to request products that aren’t on the shelves. The Royal Oak location recently remodeled and is hosting a grand re-opening starting March 25 and featuring raffles, samples and specials all week. 

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We’re happy that after so many years, we can bring our family recipe, to yours. Our products are all-natural, gluten-free (pickles, relish, bloody mary, all-natural chips, brine), and kosher certified (Michigan Kosher Supervisors, OU).

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Lily’s Seafood

Lily’s Seafood

Liz Morton, co-owner of Lily’s Seafood in Royal Oak, stopped by to tell us about this downtown gem. The eatery, which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, makes all of its dishes and sauces in-house. Popular menu items include the salmon Reuben and sesame ahi tuna, but there are also chicken and pasta dishes to appeal to the masses. Enjoy Lily’s dog-friendly patio, which opens April 1, or attend the April 6 Tartan Day celebration in honor of Scotland’s independence.

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We’re happy that after so many years, we can bring our family recipe, to yours. Our products are all-natural, gluten-free (pickles, relish, bloody mary, all-natural chips, brine), and kosher certified (Michigan Kosher Supervisors, OU).

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Give Thanks Bakery

Give Thanks Bakery

Katy Knoer, co-owner of Give Thanks Bakery, with locations in Royal Oak, Rochester and Detroit, stopped by to tell us about the from-scratch, handmade bakery she operates with her husband. Popular items are the sourdough bread and almond croissant, but offerings also include multiple types of bread, sweets and lunch foods like soup and salad. Each location is in a downtown and part of a community, as envisioned by the original owner, who set up the core values of faith, love, giving and a dedication to serving others.

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We’re happy that after so many years, we can bring our family recipe, to yours. Our products are all-natural, gluten-free (pickles, relish, bloody mary, all-natural chips, brine), and kosher certified (Michigan Kosher Supervisors, OU).

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What’s New? – Ray’s Ice Cream

What’s New? – Ray’s Ice Cream

Jason Eddelston, owner of Ray’s Ice Cream in Royal Oak, stopped by to tell us about some new flavors his shop is offering. The three different flavors feature Girl Scout cookies, including Tagalongs, Samoas and Thin Mints. You can also catch Girl Scouts selling cookies at the shop on Saturdays and Sundays. Ray’s is a long-time shop, opening in 1958, and using the same recipes it’s always used. Eddleston, who took ownership, along with his wife, in 2022, continues to expand the parlor’s reach into the community.