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Highway project threatens historic Detroit recording studio

The United Sound Systems building stands in the path of MDOT's ongoing I-94 modernization project.

News

Michigan's shrinking local news industry

Michigan has lost nearly 30% of its newspapers since 2005.

Where to dance in Detroit

In a city known for its music, there's no shortage of great venues.

Things to Do

Detroit's most-streamed Spotify artists

Our top five genres were rap, pop, hip-hop, rock and trap.

Culture

Generous portions at El Taquito in Mexicantown

The staple has been a local favorite for nearly two decades.

Food and Drink

👋🏼 Sam here. Next time you&#x27;re in the mood for authentic Mexican food, stop by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="El Taquito Taco Truck" data-vars-click-url="https://themenustar6.com/webspace/menus.php?code=ordereltaquitotacotruck.com" data-vars-content-id="666e98da-dc12-48de-8f63-4be8bef99435" data-vars-headline="Generous portions at El Taquito in Mexicantown" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://themenustar6.com/webspace/menus.php?code=ordereltaquitotacotruck.com" target="_blank">El Taquito Taco Truck</a>.The intrigue: The Mexicantown staple has been a local favorite for nearly two decades, serving tacos, ceviche tostadas, quesadillas and burritos like this one — which was about the same size as my head.

Surf and turf burrito from El Taquito Taco Truck in Mexicantown. Photo: Samuel Robinson/Axios

The Goblin has Detroit's best sushi experience

The inside of the restaurant is a content creator's dream.

✌🏼 Sam here. I posted this year that the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="city&#x27;s sushi scene" data-vars-click-url="https://x.com/samueljrob/status/1619081616688553991?s=46&amp;t=zdzxUFTq3A9EsAouSPm5QQ" data-vars-content-id="6bda9ffe-62b7-42b4-90ce-e4b160eaf813" data-vars-headline="The Goblin has Detroit&#x27;s best sushi experience" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://x.com/samueljrob/status/1619081616688553991?s=46&amp;t=zdzxUFTq3A9EsAouSPm5QQ" target="_blank">city&#x27;s sushi scene</a> sucks, and while I&#x27;m not here to tell you I was wrong, I am here to admit I sent that before visiting The Goblin near Corktown!<ul><li>It&#x27;s the best you can find in Detroit — the other dedicated options are far, far behind.</li></ul>

I tried the Dragon Roll and the Phili roll, plus a eel bbq/avocado bowl not pictured. You're not going to find as solid presentation and as clean soy sauce 

5pm dinner isn't just for older people in Detroit

Experts say the trend of eating dinner earlier could benefit your metabolic health.

The 5pm dinner reservations are more popular now across the U.S. than over the last five years, according to data<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" reservation software company Resy" data-vars-click-url="https://resy.com/?date=2023-10-03&amp;seats=2" data-vars-content-id="58323bed-0c8f-4b46-81a4-74b6c7672815" data-vars-headline="5pm dinner isn&#x27;t just for older people in Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://resy.com/?date=2023-10-03&amp;seats=2" target="_blank"> reservation software company Resy</a> shared with Axios.Why it matters: Experts say the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="trend of eating dinner earlier" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/10/11/dinner-time-reservations-resy-health" data-vars-content-id="58323bed-0c8f-4b46-81a4-74b6c7672815" data-vars-headline="5pm dinner isn&#x27;t just for older people in Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/10/11/dinner-time-reservations-resy-health" target="_self">trend of eating dinner earlier</a> could benefit your metabolic health.

Get holiday treats at this classic Southwest bakery

The charming family-owned La Gloria Bakery sells Mexican pastries.

👋🏼 Sam here! I always make a couple of stops when I&#x27;m driving down Vernor Highway — the strip mall Foot Locker, La Jalisciense Supermercado y Taqueria and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="La Gloria Bakery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/la_gloria_bakery_/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="9a2aff78-0f68-43bb-8fe6-d118cc8dd8e1" data-vars-headline="Get holiday treats at this classic Southwest bakery" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/la_gloria_bakery_/?hl=en" target="_blank">La Gloria Bakery</a>.<ul><li>The charming little bakery in Southwest Detroit sells delicious Mexican pastries and treats.</li></ul>

Black-owned grocer brings fresh produce to east side food desert

Neighborhood Grocery in Jefferson Chalmers celebrated its soft opening last Sunday.

Food desert? More like a food swamp, east side native Raphael Wright tells Axios from inside his <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Neighborhood Grocery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.neighborhood-grocery.com/" data-vars-content-id="70af5d66-5113-4c7d-a779-516afff95d88" data-vars-headline="Black-owned grocer brings fresh produce to east side food desert" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.neighborhood-grocery.com/" target="_blank">Neighborhood Grocery</a> in Jefferson Chalmers.What&#x27;s happening: Wright celebrated his store&#x27;s soft opening last Sunday and is aiming for a Nov. 18 grand opening.

Raphael Wright stands in front of the store. It's in a white, older building with a red sign on top that says "Neighborhood Grocery."

Michigan & Trumbull's delicious Detroit-style pizza

The pizza sauce was steaming upon arrival.

👋 Joe here with a belly full of the best Detroit-style pizza I&#x27;ve had in a while.State of play: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michigan &amp; Trumbull" data-vars-click-url="https://www.michigantrumbullpizza.com/" data-vars-content-id="8c9cafde-ff3d-42a7-827c-3cc28af669bb" data-vars-headline="Michigan &amp; Trumbull&#x27;s delicious Detroit-style pizza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.michigantrumbullpizza.com/" target="_blank">Michigan &amp; Trumbull</a> recently <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reopened in a new location" data-vars-click-url="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/michigan-trumbull-pizzeria-open-dreamtroit-week" data-vars-content-id="8c9cafde-ff3d-42a7-827c-3cc28af669bb" data-vars-headline="Michigan &amp; Trumbull&#x27;s delicious Detroit-style pizza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.crainsdetroit.com/restaurants/michigan-trumbull-pizzeria-open-dreamtroit-week" target="_blank">reopened in a new location</a> in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dreamtroit development" data-vars-click-url="https://www.bridgedetroit.com/anti-gentrification-project-brings-housing-grocery-retail-to-art-complex/" data-vars-content-id="8c9cafde-ff3d-42a7-827c-3cc28af669bb" data-vars-headline="Michigan &amp; Trumbull&#x27;s delicious Detroit-style pizza" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.bridgedetroit.com/anti-gentrification-project-brings-housing-grocery-retail-to-art-complex/" target="_blank">Dreamtroit development</a> near New Center.

One slice of cheese pizza from Michigan & Trumbull

Eat like Keith Lee in his hometown Detroit

West side native Keith Lee has become America's most popular food critic.

West side native Keith Lee has become America&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="most popular food critic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/11/06/keith-lee-new-orleans-atlanta-tiktok-restaurant-reviews" data-vars-content-id="1958763b-8602-4223-90db-8d33a187ee08" data-vars-headline="Eat like Keith Lee in his hometown Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2023/11/06/keith-lee-new-orleans-atlanta-tiktok-restaurant-reviews" target="_self">most popular food critic</a> for his ability to turn an underrated mom-and-pop spot into the hottest kitchen in any city.Why it matters: Restaurants <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="experience business boosts" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/keith-lee-tiktok-black-history-month-visionary-voices-rcna70897" data-vars-content-id="1958763b-8602-4223-90db-8d33a187ee08" data-vars-headline="Eat like Keith Lee in his hometown Detroit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/keith-lee-tiktok-black-history-month-visionary-voices-rcna70897" target="_blank">experience business boosts</a> after he posts a review, which his fans call the &quot;Keith Lee effect.&quot; He gives out cash to restaurant owners and shines a light on lesser-known Black-owned businesses across the country.

Screenshots from Keith Lee's TikTok (@Keith_Lee125)

Three holiday cocktails to try at Detroit pop-ups

We've rounded up some holiday-themed bars that are doing the most.

Anyone can pour some Bailey&#x27;s into a mug of hot cocoa.<ul><li>But if you&#x27;re looking for a creative take on seasonal drinks in a festive atmosphere, we&#x27;ve rounded up some holiday-themed bars that are doing the most.</li></ul>

A mug in the shape of santa in summer attire with a straw sticking out.

The perfect Detroit restaurant for each zodiac sign

Why not let the stars decide where you dine?

We&#x27;re now firmly in &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="glamorously sinister" data-vars-click-url="https://www.thecut.com/article/what-is-scorpio-season-and-how-will-it-affect-my-sign.html" data-vars-content-id="85082624-da27-4fe6-b09f-0a6927e8e08c" data-vars-headline="The perfect Detroit restaurant for each zodiac sign" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.thecut.com/article/what-is-scorpio-season-and-how-will-it-affect-my-sign.html" target="_blank">glamorously sinister</a>&quot; Scorpio season: the perfect time for deep, probing conversations over dinner or drinks.<ul><li>Decisions are hard (looking at you, Geminis), so why not let the stars decide where you dine?</li><li>We picked the best restaurant or bar in Metro Detroit to fit each zodiac sign:</li></ul>

Crab cakes from Sloppy Crab. Photo: Samuel Robinson/Axios

"Kung Food" brings internet-famous Detroit chef to the page

TikTok-famous content creator Jon Kung released their first cookbook on Oct. 31.

Local chef Jon Kung, a TikTok-famous content creator of funny and informative cooking videos, released their first cookbook on Oct. 31.Driving the news: &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Kung Food: Chinese American Recipes from a Third-Culture Kitchen" data-vars-click-url="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/708348/kung-food-by-jon-kung/" data-vars-content-id="4674e970-27d1-46e3-bd2e-f2e794537abc" data-vars-headline="&quot;Kung Food&quot; brings internet-famous Detroit chef to the page" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/708348/kung-food-by-jon-kung/" target="_blank">Kung Food: Chinese American Recipes from a Third-Culture Kitchen</a>,&quot; blends traditions and ingredients with an &quot;ultimate goal of redefining what Chinese American food can be,&quot; per the publisher. It&#x27;s told through &quot;Jon&#x27;s wit and humility.&quot;

The cover of the cookbook shows Jon posing in front of cooking implements with light coming in through a window behind.

Food and Drink 🍽

Generous portions at El Taquito in Mexicantown

The Goblin has Detroit's best sushi experience

5pm dinner isn't just for older people in Detroit

Get holiday treats at this classic Southwest bakery

Black-owned grocer brings fresh produce to east side food desert