Hollywood Markets

Hollywood Markets

by | Mar 20, 2025 | Bloomfield Hills, LBN Food, Royal Oak, Troy

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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Lily’s Seafood

Lily’s Seafood

by | Mar 6, 2025 | LBN Food, Royal Oak

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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Give Thanks Bakery

Give Thanks Bakery

by | Feb 27, 2025 | LBN Food, Rochester, Royal Oak

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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What’s New? – Ray’s Ice Cream

What’s New? – Ray’s Ice Cream

by | Feb 20, 2025 | LBN What's New, Royal Oak

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. 

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Zo’s Good Burger

Zo’s Good Burger

by | Jan 30, 2025 | LBN Food, Royal Oak

Hussein Olabi, owner of Zo’s Good Burger in Royal Oak, a new location, stopped by to tell us about this fast casual burger restaurant, featuring halal beef. Each burger is customizable, but also unique in toppings and bread choice. For example, the good burger is on a pretzel bun and includes cheese sticks, American cheese, onion rings and good burger sauce. You can also get a black bean burger, hand-battered chicken sandwiches, wraps, loaded fries, shakes and more. Zo’s is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, and Royal Oak is the seventh location in metro Detroit.   

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Together Women’s Health

Together Women’s Health

by | Nov 26, 2024 | LBN Self, Royal Oak

Together Women’s Health Imaging Center is officially open in Royal Oak on December 2nd. Their compassionate, caring team wants women in the community to know they’re here for all recommended breast health services, including mammograms, ultrasounds, exams, and imaging. The TWH network boasts over 150 providers that offer women’s health services at over 35 locations across six states.