Sweetened whiskey is all the rage, but the standards are fun to cook with, too

Whiskey is a beloved spirit that dates back hundreds of years, and it has a diverse personality. It can take the edge off a hard day, or liven up a marinade or a pie.

Easy dinner pasta allows heart to stay in the garden

Now that the weather has finally turned lovely, the last place I want to be is indoors. Would I rather be planting iris or peeling potatoes? This pasta dish is particularly easy and a great way to showcase fresh asparagus.

Good Stuff: Glacier Glass, happy hour at Rattlesnake Club, Samuel Adams in a can

New glassware comes from recycled wine bottles, Rattlesnake Club offers deals for its 25th anniversary, Samuel Adams Boston Lager gets the new "Sam Can."

Spacious, upbeat Eddie Merlot’s brings the beef and much more

Once you get past the name that would probably better serve a racehorse than an upscale restaurant, Eddie Merlot's has a lot going for it.

Vegan fruit crumble is allergy-friendly, too

Fruit crumble is usually pretty straightforward: combine flour, sugar and butter, and you've got a perfect streusel topping, right? But what happens when you can't eat regular flour, sugar or butter (or nuts)? Suddenly, making a really good fruit crumble might not be so simple after all.

Muffins easy to vary with store-bought mix

Store-bought baking mix is a handy starting point for a batch of homemade muffins. Bake up a classic blueberry or raid your kitchen cabinets for a deliciously creative combo.

5 smart supermarket shopping tips

With so many choices and temptations, shopping at the supermarket can make your head spin. Toby Amidor on foodnetwork.com gives give you the inside scoop so you can become a smarter shopper.

Friends and Red Wings fans gather at Signature Grill, the gateway to Joe Louis Arena

At the Signature Grill, Stefanie Delvecchio is known as Computer Girl, because she brings her widescreen laptop downstairs with her and sets it up on the bar.

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Take a barbecue class, learn about the Barefoot Contessa, make blue asiago cheese, visit an old fashioned soda fountain and more.

Show Mom you care with an eggstra special dish for Mother's Day

Spring brings new ingredients to the table bursting with flavor and bright colors, including a roulade that can be filled with almost anything the cook can imagine.

Flavored vinegar makes rhubarb blush

You don’t need a mountain of sugar to appreciate rhubarb. Other flavors such as orange, grapefruit and ginger flatter rhubarb, as does the aforementioned strawberry.

Batali’s sons debut cookbook of Michigan summer recipes

Benno, Leo and my wife, Susi, conceived of, planned and photographed the “Batali Brothers Cookbook” as my 50th birthday present. The outcome is a compilation of the recipes we make together every summer in Michigan.

A colorful salad with Sicilian inspiration

I’ve riffed on the combination of blood oranges, mint and red onion, and added my own spin. The results? Shockingly good in color and in flavor!

Easy treats to make for Mom on Mother’s Day

We’ve put together simple ideas for sweet somethings for Mom that run the gamut from chocolate delights to fruity concoctions. Make a couple of treats and ...

Good stuff: Stamp Out Hunger, Fruttare in the U.S., Spanish wine

Participate in the letter carriers' food drive this weekend, try a frozen fruit bar's U.S. debut and taste the Spanish white wine Albarino.

Juicy chicken gets a zippy, crunchy delicious coating

Horseradish mixed with mayonnaise gives zip to boneless, skinless chicken thighs, while panko bread crumbs form a golden crust. Though boneless, skinless ...

Try common kitchen tools in a new way

Give common kitchen tools, such as your box grater or coffee grinder, a second chance with these tips for new uses for everyday kitchen supplies.

Honey barbecue sauce works for condiment or mix-in

Gentlemen, take note! If you're planning on doing the cooking on Mother's Day, you might want to think about utilizing honey barbecue sauce.

Asian green beans sub in for noodles

When “The Modern Menu” came across my desk I was intrigued. The subtitle was “Simple. Beautiful. Kosher.” Author Kim Kushner delivers a fresh take on centuries- ...

Garlicky shrimp stir-fry is simple

You have to love a recipe that calls for just a handful of ingredients, and takes more time to clean up after than to prepare. And if it also happens to ...

Stock up on go-to kitchen goods for a complete pantry

Q. How do I put together a list of items that I should keep in my kitchen?

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Help out at a charity wine tasting event, learn about Michigan mushrooms, tour Eastern Market and more.

Celebrate Mother's Day with one of these buffets or restaurant stops

Restaurants all around town are offering brunches and/or dinners dedicated to the holiday. Expect carved roasts, omelet stations, colorful salads and all of ...

Brewers roll out for Craft Beer Expo

Next up, it’s the Craft Beer Expo May 15 at Lake Orion’s Canterbury Village. More than a dozen breweries will be on hand with samples, including five from ...

Seasonal menu at Coach Insignia focuses on local food

Coach Insignia is refreshing the unique dining experience it offers on the 71st and 72nd floors of Detroit's Renaissance Center.

New Café ML packs in the crowds with fresh, contemporary dishes

When one of the most successful restaurateurs in Metro Detroit adds a fifth restaurant to his empire, there's a built-in clientele itching to check it out.

Atlas Global Bistro to shut its doors May 26

Atlas Global Bistro announced in a press release this week the Midtown restaurant would close its doors for good following brunch service on May 26.

TV chef Symon looking to open second Detroit eatery

Celebrity chef and Roast restaurant owner Michael Symon is looking to open one of his B Spot burger restaurants in Detroit, his business partner told The ...