New Dining in Detroit

Check out some of  the new dining places in Detroit. they are sprouting up all over the place!! Don't miss out.


Downtown Louie’s Lounge, 30 Clifford: A hidden gem just west of Woodward and south of Grand Circus Park, Downtown Louie’s boasts of well-prepared mid-priced salads, sandwiches, burgers and more. (www.downtownlouieslounge.com)

Taqo Detroit, 22 W. Adams: Opened July 1, this three-level, 5,000-square-foot restaurant features a big Mexican menu with coastal influences and terrific street-style tacos. Near Comerica Park, across the street from Grand Circus Park. (www.taqodetroit.com)

The Grille Midtown, 3919 Woodward: With its dove gray brick walls, handsome bar and polished urban vibe, the Grille is a delightful, casually upscale addition to Midtown. Its well-executed dishes range from big salads and juicy burgers to steaks, seafood and pasta. Delicious brunch dishes. (www.thegrillemidtown.com)

Dime Store, 719 Griswold: Serving a stylish breakfast and lunch menu, plus cocktails, Dime Store calls itself an “American Brunch Bar” — an unmistakable signal that it won’t be your average local diner. With chef Josh Taylor creating dishes like Bacon-Arugula Benny with Spicy Hash and architect Ron Rea cooking up a cool interior, it promises to bring a fresh young vibe to Chrysler House at Fort and Griswold. The brunch is certainly foodgasm worthy. (www.eatdimestore.com)

Be a Meal Planning Guru - DAY 2 - Vegetables

I hope you took the time to develop your list of starches yesterday! Today we are moving on to vegetables. The key to a well balanced meal is a good portion of vegetables. Later in the week you will see how this will really help to shape your meals. Below is a pretty comprehensive list of vegetables that you can rotate into your meal planning, depending on the season, the protein, or your budget.

Tuesday's MEAL PLANNING GURU HOMEWORK: Today decide what vegetables will help your family to be victorious! Consider the list above and cross out any vegetables that you absolutely will not cook, either due to taste buds or availability in your area, then ask your family for their input. Put an asterisk next to any family favorites and take suggestions. Maybe there is a great vegetable that is not listed above, add it to your list.