FOLK

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY 8.00 AM – 4.00 PM (CLOSED TUESDAYS)
SATURDAY, SUNDAY 9.00 AM – 4.00 PM
1701 TRUMBULL AVE. | DETROIT, MI
+1 (313) 290-5849

All I can say is well done, FOLK. The venue is quite small, but that makes it feel cozy and friendly. The waitstaff are friendly, knowledgable and efficient.  The food is to die for. I am so impressed I can’t wait for another chance to go back and try something different. I had the warm rice bowl with sesame rice, kimchi, edamame, scallion, radish, furikake, and a choice of fried egg or tempeh and I had both!! It was awesomely tasty, warm, fresh, nourishing and just what I wanted on a chilly winter morning.

My husband John had the yogurt bowl with orange vanilla yogurt, pink grapefruit, hazelnut granola, blackberry compote & crushed pistachio. The compote was so good as was the yogurt and granola.

We had the house drip coffee. I wish had asked what it was, but I will next time as it was really good too.
The menu is not huge, but it offers some really nice choices for vegetarians and meat eaters alike, including an Aussie meat pie with steak and bacon, a kobe beef pastrami sammie and a chicken stew.
For the vegetarian they also include a Folk bowl with kale, roasted fennel, berbere spiced carrots, crushed chickpea, toasted sunflower seed and vegan cashew dressing .
Two versions of toast look amazing and may be next thing to try, having the Avocado Toast with avocado, beet hummus, toasted benne seed, pea shoots on your choice of seeded wheat or sourdough.

Do yourself a favor and visit FOLK as soon as possible. Good eating…

Seva’s…Again!

66 E Forest Ave, Detroit, MI 48201    (313) 974-6661   sevarestaurant.com

If you have been watching this blog, you know Seva’s is a regular place for us. When we cannot figure out what we want e come to Seva’s as we know we will always get something good.

This time we had an amazing blackberry and apple cider to start along with the spinach artichoke dip. John had the Burrito and I had jackfruit tacos with beans. As usual it was good, satisfying and we love knowing we are eating good organic food.

Vegginini’s Paradise Cafe

15429 Mack Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48224, United States
(313) 332-0447

All I can say is oh WOW! What a find. Where have you been Vegginini’s? Right in my backyard! I found this place just doing my regular weekly search for new places to eat and up it popped. If I told you how may times I have been by this place on my way to Sierra Station on Mack, I would have to hide my head in shame. But now that I have found you I will be a regular visitor.

There are a few small tables inside to eat at and it looks like they do a big carry-out business and you can order from GrubHub too. John and I ordered from one of the owners sons and although the wait was a tad long. You place your order via microphone and a security window, maybe a bit off-setting if you are not a regular in the D. I didn’t mind one bit. The owner looked to be the only one in the back cooking so I didn’t mind the wait. 

Giner & Lemon tea

Chili Cheese Fries

Veggie Curry

Meatless Ball Sub

Black Bean Bowl

A feast!!!

The menu is very full with a ton of options from black bean burger to Tahcos and Vegan Chili Cheese Fries and Vegan Lasagna and so much more. OH, did I forget to mention the food is totally VEGAN!!!!! Again, VEGAN!!! 

I had the Meatless Ball Sub and the Chili Cheese Fries while John had the Curried Veggies and Rice with a Black Bean Bowl. The sub was great. The bread was chewy and fresh while the meatless balls were soft and flavorful with a delicious tomato and herb sauce. Amazing. The Chili Cheese Fries had very SPICY black beans and the fries were perfect. John’s curry was spicy and the rice was awesome. The black beans were again, amazing.

The owner sent out two Ginger & Lemon teas for us to sample with crushed ice. WOW. Sweet and gingery and cool and slushy. I could have had 2-3 glasses. I will be back multiple times, and so should you. DO NOT be put off by the ragged appearance of the building. Inside is amazing and wonderful food from people who care about cooking good food.

 

 

Calexico

1040 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226    (313) 262-6361

Contemporary dining space with a patio doling out Mexican standards like burritos plus margaritas.

So we went to Calexico which is downtown in Detroit at the corner of Gratiot and Woodward. Parking can be an issue but if you park in the Z deck entering from Gratiot or Grand River off of Library St or Broadway, you then can walk through the belt ( we call it the alley) which is way cool and you can even stop for a drink at Standby or another bar in the belt.

Calexico was really good. I thoroughly enjoyed the food. We stated with the Guac and house made chips brought to the table warm. Super good. John had the Bean Bowl with
black beans or refried pinto beans, guacamole, cotija cheese, chipotle “crack” sauce.

I had the Baja Fish Bowl (YES, I will do fish once in a blue moon if I really want to try something or if there are no options) with beer battered fish, spicy slaw, mango salsa, chipotle “crack” sauce. Both all come  with rice, black or refried pinto beans, monterey jack cheese and pico de gallo.

guac and chips

guac and chips

Baja Fish bowl

Baja Fish bowl

Bean bowl

Ima

2015 Michigan Avenue. Corktown.         313-502-5959
[ Located across from Motor City Wine on the other side of Vermont Street ]

Hi all. Well, it has been a long break away, but I am back. Hopefully for a while. So we visited Ima again. Ima is an amazing asian restaurant on Michigan in Corktown. Since our last visit they have remodeled their outdoor patio and it is really nice. More room so more tables with a roof overhead and music. We sat out on a rather windy night and it was very nice.

We started with the edamame which we always get because it is  so darn good. An exquisite blend of chilis, lemon, olive oil and sea salt that delights the tongue makes this a go to every time.

John had the Yaki Udon pan fried with root veggies, beech mushrooms, crispy garlic and a sesame butter sauce. Of course I tried it and it was really good. Unusual as I do not usually associate butter with asian cuisine, but this dish was rich without being too rich. I may have to get this dish the next visit.

But maybe not as I had the Forest Udon again which I just cannot get away from. I love it so much I have it every time. The porcini broth is rich and deep and has a nice mouthfeel. Roasted tofu, smoked trumpet mushrooms, rosemary and garlic oil round out this dish along with the gai lan, scallion & nori.

As usual we will return and if you have not been to Ima, you do not know what you are missing. Check them out at imanoodles.com and go there. You will not regret it.

Sierra Station

15110 Mack Ave.
Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230
(313) 822-1270

Small Botana

Nopallito’s (cactus with eggs)

Ahhhhh. Sierra Station. A Grosse Pointe Park staple for 40 years. You gotta love just straight up cheesy, no fuss no frills Mexican food. This is a favorite for John who loves the Nopalitos. Cactus in scrambled eggs with fresh warm tortillas and the standard rice and beans.

I had the small Botana and it was HUGE. Next time I will get a mini. Crunch chips, refried beans, melty cheese and a ton of jalapeños, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, green pepper an onion. Very good as a meal or as an appetizer for 2 (or 3 or 4) or more. 

We had the house sangria tonight which is always good. You can get it by the glass or the liter. Yum. And also a wide selection of beers and cocktails are available.

The owner is always there and makes the rounds of the tables which is a nice touch. The decorations are over the top and the owner showed us his newly renovated side room for parties and large groups. The room is WOW amazing with amazing tables and chairs. I cannot even begin to describe them. Go check it out.!!

What more can I say. Good, hearty comfort food in a cozy atmosphere.

Parks & Rec- End of Summer

The Grand Army of the Republic Building
1942 Grand River Avenue
Detroit, MI — 48226
313-446-8370

Brendi

Cheesy Monkey

Buddha Bowl

Cheesy Monkey

Buddha Bowl

Once again we visited Parks & Rec in the GAR building. It is a different eatery every time we go. The menu changes with the seasons and utilizes the best produce available in the area. The menu is fresh, innovative, delightful and always pleasing.

Detroit Vegan Soul

Detroit Vegan Soul (EAST)
8029 Agnes St.
Detroit, MI — 48214

Detroit Vegan Soul is one of our favorite spots and I cannot believe I have never blogged about it. AND I just discovered they have a second location coming soon on 19614 Grand River Ave.Detroit, MI — 48223.

The food is amazing. The space on Agnes is pretty small but it is so worth the wait if you have to. This visit we started with the Black-eyed Pea Hummus (GF w/o pita). Creamy black-eyed pea hummus dip served with cucumbers, pita, olives, and pickled beets. It was really good. Much deeper, richer, savory flavor than chickpea hummus.

John hd the Soul Platter which includes Mac-n-cheese, tenderly smoked collards, maple glazed yams, black-eyed peas and a cornbread muffin. The collards are to die for. I asked the waiter how they were prepared and became out with a list of ingredients from the chef. Amazing. And the mac-n-Cheese. No words.

I had the Cesar Chavez salad of Romaine lettuce, capers, rosemary garlic croutons with house-made creamy Cesar dressing. I had them ad the grilled tempeh which was seasoned just perfectly and the dressing was outstanding.

Beans and Rice

Soul Platter

Black-eyed pea hummus

Caesar Chavez Salad

Caesar Chavez Salad

Black-eyed pea hummus

Caesar Chavez Salad

The Jagged Fork

18480 Mack Ave, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236   (313) 458-8440

Happy Birthday to me!! Breakfast this morning with John. We have been here to the Jagged Fork a few times and have always enjoyed it. So today, on my Birthday I will tell you all about the Jagged Fork.

It is one of my top 20 breakfast spots. One of the great things is it is sooo close yo home. Right down the street. SO it makes for a nice quick trip. 

We started with their French Press coffee which is really good. A real kick-starter for your day. They bring it with a crystalized sugar swizzle stick which is fun. The I ordered the Huevos Rancheros and John had the Greek Skillet.

Greek Skillet

French Press Coffee

Greek Skillet

Huevos Rancheros

Jagged Fork

Brunch Cocktails

Huevos Rancheros

Jagged Fork

Jagged Fork

Huevos Rancheros

New Ted Talk

Happy almost May to you all. I have posted another Ted Talk and this one is fun. I had read an article on the topic of Who & Where & What was the true story of the ubiquitous General Tso’s Chicken. This talk covers that and the origins of other Chinese foods and some fun facts. Enjoy!!

Cafe Muse

418 S. Washington Ave.   Royal Oak, Michigan   248-544-4749

This was our first visit to Cafe Muse for a nice weekday morning breakfast. As usual I had perused the menu before we left and it looked like we would have no trouble finding a meatless breakfast. We arrived at 10:15 am  and several tables were filled but were seated immediately.

Seva-Detroit

66 E Forest Ave., Detroit, MI 48201  313-974-6661

Seva has long been one of our favorite restaurants. We started going to Seva when it was located in Ann Arbor on Liberty street. That is still my favorite location for the place. I do not like the atmosphere of the new Seva’s in a strip mall on the other side of Ann Arbor.

But, that’s okay. I do like the Detroit space and the menu is pure Seva.

General Tso’s Cauliflower

General Tso’s Cauliflower

Udon noddles

Cilantro-Peanut Stir Fry.