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From local art shows to commissioned pieces and mobile workshops, Helen and Frank share their love for fused glass far and wide. Their next... -
If you like Korean food, head to Noori Chicken in Clawson, a takeout restaurant famous for its Korean fried chicken and authentic sauces. If... -
Allison Kendzorski's journey as a seamstress has led her to become the proprietor of Hook & Eye, located on 9 Mile in Downtown Ferndale.... -
If you’re looking for a seat at Bella Piatti, a high-end Italian restaurant in downtown Birmingham, it’s best to call and make a reservation.... -
Ryan Johnson has created a haven for gamers and comic enthusiasts alike at GOB Retail in Clawson, MI. Dive into a diverse collection of... -
Mark Mendola believes in re-imagining restaurants, and that’s just what he’s done with D’Marco’s and The Backdoor in downtown Rochester. D’Marco’s, which is celebrating... -
Jannie Teitelbaum’s retirement project, making pot pies out of her home, has grown into a statewide pot pie company, with a kitchen and store... -
Amy Jean Thompson and her husband Matt Lange are from-scratch cooks at heart. They operated Ideal Bite Catering and the Ideal Bite Kitchen in... -
At Not Sorry Goods, in downtown Ferndale, co-founders Dy-Min Johnson and Jess Minnick turn pre-loved garments found at thrift stores into bold statements, promoting... -
Throughout 2021, Shawn MacDonell and Ryan Kavanagh worked on renovating the old Page’s Food & Spirits building in downtown Farmington, and the co-owners were... -
April McCrumb built her business, Catching Fireflies, through gradual progress and teamwork. Starting with their space in Berkley, Michigan, they’ve built a number of... -
Book lovers Dave Brown and his brother Scott operate this eclectic book store full of literary treasures for every type of reader. From collectible... -
In the heart of Auburn Hills lies K.Carroll Accessories, a boutique founded and helmed by Kelly Burgin. With a focus on authenticity, versatility, and... -
If you’re looking for a gastropub experience in a fun atmosphere, head to Birmingham Pub. Offering craft cocktails like Pretty in Pink and others... -
Lizabeth Hanks is a MIchigan State student studying computer science who also likes to bake. She’s experimented over the years and researched recipes, and... -
Melissa Lavender opened Uma’s Market & Cafe in downtown Mount Clemens as a way to offer something the area was lacking – a place... -
John Merideth, Jessica Cory and Trip Dixon are the new co-owners of Champagne Chocolates in downtown Mount Clemens. The shop provides a wealth of... -
If the shoe fits, share it. Since 1973, Rob Wolk has been styling women with fashion-forward shoes since his first Sundance Shoes location in... -
Betty Shuell and Alvaro Herrera are co-owners of Culantro, a Peruvian restaurant in downtown Ferndale. The mother-son team spoke about their passion for Peruvian... -
As a career criminologist, Amanda Burgess-Proctor, Ph.D., has put her sleuthing expertise to work as the owner and founder of Dee Dee’s Fine Vintage... -
Mike Chalhoub has been in the restaurant since he was very young, and for the last 20 years, he’s run Grape Leaves, a full-service... -
Morgan Hammoud, owner of Debone Grill in Farmington, enjoys cooking Mediterranean food the way his grandmother used to. He uses traditional family recipes to... -
What started as an online-only retailer for cloth diapers when their first son was born is now Michigan’s largest baby store. And while Emily... -
Just before the pandemic hit, Missy LaRussa took over Kitchen Creations as the longtime baking supplies company’s third woman owner. The niche business now... -
Located in the historic Western Knitting Mill in downtown Rochester, Rochester Mills Beer Co. is not only a fixture in Rochester, but is the... -
Gorman’s –with three showrooms in Troy, Novi and Southfield and a warehouse at the Three-Day Clearance Center in Farmington Hills—is hosting “Michigan’s Largest Housewarming... -
Rifino Valentine, founder and owner of Valentine Distilling Co. in downtown Ferndale, shared his passion for small-batch, handcrafted spirits, which he’s been making and... -
Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods, loves to “get weird,” she says, so she decided to host a celebration of Dolcetto’s... -
X marks the spot—literally—at Sydney Bogg’s Sweet Essentials in Berkley. If you see an X on the top of a Sydney Bogg’s chocolate, you... -
Joe’s Army Navy’s got you covered from head to toe. With two locations in Clawson and Waterford, the family-owned business has been providing customers... -
Jordan Smith, owner and chef for Coer restaurant in downtown Ferndale, described his vision for upscale food served in a casual setting. The French-inspired... -
Miguel Arzate, general manager of Taques Bar and Grill in downtown Farmington, spoke passionately about this new restaurant. Designed with some “pizzazz” for date... -
Elwin Greenwald, owner and chef for Elwin & Co. in Berkley, told us about his long-time business, which opened in 1991. Located in Berkley... -
We spoke with Katheryn and Jon Stoia, co-owners of a new type of self-serve bar and eatery in Royal Oak called North End Taproom.... -
Suzy Silvestre, owner and chef for Chive Kitchen in Farmington, described her journey from a vegan restaurant to a large-scale, off-premises caterer that specializes... -
Kevin Sell, one of six sibling co-owners of Barb’s Pasties & Pizza in Clawson, described how his parents’ legacy came about. The carryout restaurant... -
Jason Smith has owned Silver Dairy, an ice cream stand in Farmington, for 15 years. Last year, he found a way to keep it... -
Matt Knio, owner of Cannelle Patisserie in downtown Farmington, with other stores in Ann Arbor, Birmingham and Detroit, told us about his journey to... -
The owner of Impreza Catering, Sonia Kobylecki, has always enjoyed cooking and is happy to have made her passion into a career. The 15-year-old... -
Krystal Robertson, owner/operator of O’Halloran’s in downtown Mount Clemens, told LBN Food about her modern take on the European public house, which also has... -
Claude Bouly, owner and chef for The French Lady in Birmingham, explained that if you’re looking for fresh French food, her restaurant is the... -
Kelli Lewton, owner and chef for Two Unique Caterers & Event Planners in Royal Oak told us about her 35-year-old business, which specializes in... -
Lora Preston, owner of Peacock’s Poultry Farm in Troy, told us about her 95-year-old business, started in 1928 by her great grandfather, George Peacock.... -
Kal Jaafar is the owner/operator of La Pecora Nera in downtown Farmington, which debuted in August 2023. La Pecora Nera opened in Detroit in... -
Melissa Lavender, owner of Clementine’s in downtown Mount Clemens, which is named for her grandmother, is happy to be celebrating her second year in... -
Jennifer Hawk, general manager of Orleans Sports Cafe in downtown Mount Clemens, spoke to us about the long-running business, which includes a full menu,... -
Local Business News caught up with Never Forgotten Bakery, which is carrying on the legacy of the longtime Sunflour Bakhaus in downtown Farmington. Located... -
Russell Hilgendorf, owner of Delightful Donuts in downtown Mount Clemens, was happy to talk to Local Business News about his fairly new business. His... -
Christina Kalfaian, owner of Troy-based Papa’s Kitchen, relayed the legacy of her father, Jimmy Papadopoulo, who immigrated from Greece and worked in the restaurant... -
Berkley Restaurant Weekend in downtown Berkley is Oct. 6 and 7, and Katie Kutscher said it kicks off a month of fun events in... -
Local Business News caught up with Troy Escape and its house restaurant, Eats and Crafts. Rebecca Bullock, corporate events and marketing manager, gave us... -
Wes Pikula, a Buddy’s veteran and now the chief branding officer, talked with Local Business News about the company’s original Detroit-style pizza. With 22... -
Local Business News talked with Phil and Maryanne Munroe, proud owners of The Spice & Tea Exchange in downtown Rochester. They invite you to... -
Boris Jovanoski, executive chef for Park 600, located inside the Royal Park Hotel in downtown Rochester, told us about the upscale restaurant’s offerings. There... -
Local Business News talked with Doug Busch, owner and community development director for this family business, which goes back to 1975. With 16 locations,... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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.... -
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... -
Kaye Watcharawipa, owner of Thai 101 in Royal Oak told us about her authentic Thai restaurant, which includes favorite menu items like curry,... -
Local Business News caught up with Lindsay Kennedy, owner of Dolcetto Cheese & Specialty Goods in downtown Farmington (formerly, The Cheese Lady) since September... -
Jason Edelston, the new owner of Rays’ Ice Cream in Royal Oak since summer 2022, told Local Business News about the new flavors available...