October 2015
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Contributors: October 2015
Jeff Waraniak When Associate Editor Jeff Waraniak started talking about this month’s story “Life in the Cadaver Lab,” people asked if he was nervous about stepping into a room full of dead bodies. He wasn’t — until he actually did it. “It definitely messes with your head a little bit,” Waraniak says. “We spend so much […]
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Smooth Operator
Elliott Broom leads the operations staff of the DIA through crises big and small, ensuring that — despite relentless transitions — everything goes off without a hitch
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Full Disclosures and Disclaimers
Let’s talk about small print. Say there’s a connection between a writer and the subject of an article, there could be the appearance of bias or a conflict of interest. For example, we would offer a disclaimer if we gave a good review to a book published by Hour Media’s Momentum book division or a […]
We’ve Got Mail
Praise us or pan us, but just put it down in words. Bravos or boos, we want to hear from you.
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Clear Choices
Glass half empty or …? Who cares? It’s the shape that matters
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Welcome to Detroit
Two national fashion brands add more stylish options for Midtown shoppers
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Dead Again
Just in time for Halloween, a trio of Detroit-area natives are resurrecting an ‘Evil’ franchise
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Letter Perfect
Letterpress goods live on with the Detroit Wood Type Co.
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Field of Dreams
Mosaics on the dugouts are the latest parts of Stoepel Park’s recovery
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The Bus Stops Here
One bench at a time, Sit On It Detroit founders are making the wait a bit better for urban commuters
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Hungry Like the Wolf
Spanish-inspired tapas restaurant brings delightfully flavored fare to Northville
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Hot Wheels
Drifter Coffee is a seriously caffeinated emporium housed in a vintage trailer
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From a Dark Place
After losing his sight, an artist’s journey to reinvent his life is a lesson in overcoming obstacles
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Extremely Personal Choices
More women opt for a double mastectomy, but does it really prevent anything?
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Erasing the Past
In southwest Detroit, a tattoo removal program helps former gang members leave stigma behind
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Running for Her Life
Founder of Rock CF nonprofit fights back against genetic lung disease
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Italian Hospitality
Everyone is welcome at specialty foods market’s weekly tastings, possibly Birmingham’s best-kept secret
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Having ‘The Conversation’
End-of-life-care issues are becoming part of the national dialogue
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Cravings: October 2015
Their stylish menus are enticing enough to attract a loyal clientele of discriminating diners, but no matter how expert they are, restaurant people like to take a break from their own kitchens for a taste of someone else’s cooking.
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Life in the Cadaver Lab
For future doctors, Wayne State University’s body bequest program isn’t all about death — it’s about learning the science of healing
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Fresh Ideas for Fall
Café Cortina’s Ernesto Antopia chooses seasonal veggies for roasted beet salad
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Molly’s Picks
Restaurant veteran Molly Abraham noshes around town, tracking down some top spots.
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Oma Rules!
Since 1904, Jacoby’s has been dishing out German comfort food to rival Grandma’s
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Kind of a Big Deal
Dine Drink Detroit to showcase 25 restaurants each offering their finest food and drink combos for $15
Hot Spot: October 2015
TRIZEST RESTAURANT /// This “hot spot” really does offer some of the spiciest dishes in town. The name means “triple spice,” and you should take that seriously. The Szechuan chefs turn out the real thing and although there are some Americanized dishes for those who can’t quite tackle the real thing (there’s one in every […]
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Red-Letter Days
Always strong in white wines, Michigan Wine Competition results show progress in pinot noirs, cabernet franc, and more
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Drink Recipe: Improved Rattlesnake
Nestled a few doors down from Checker Bar downtown sits The Keep. The speakeasy-style craft cocktail bar transports customers to the mysterious days when getting a drink meant knowing the password. When asked if they have a signature drink, the bartender was quick to name the Improved Rattlesnake. Combining the flavors of whiskey, bitters, and lemon, […]
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Painting With a Twist
With its unique creations, Black Light Visuals builds loyal following among music fans
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The Way It Was – Allied Medical Society, 1930
Allied Medical Society, 1930
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Life-Changing Decisions
The list containing the winners and the accompanying medical stories featured in the 2015 Top Docs issue.
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Top Docs List 2015
VIEW THE 2015 TOP DOCTORS The following list contains the doctors in adult and pediatric specialties, as voted by their peers. Top vote getters are denoted with an asterisk (*). In some categories, there are ties. Addiction Medicine *Aharonov, Julia M., D.O. // Detroit Medical Center Bulat, Elizabeth, M.D. // Henry Ford Health Christensen, Carl […]
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The Detroit Beer Experiment
Five Breweries Collaborate on New Fall Beer Tradition
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Redline Brewing Company Fundraiser
Tenacity Brewing to host fundraiser on October 20 after fire at Redline Brewing Company
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Savor Detroit Fall 2015
Hour Detroit’s Savor Detroit, a five-night dinner series featuring custom menus developed by the city’s most celebrated chefs, took place at the Great Lakes Culinary Center on October 5 – 9, 2015.
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Hour Detroit’s Top Docs Party 2015
Hour Detroit celebrated the physicians named on the 2015 Top Docs list at the Top Docs Party on October 22 at the Gem Theatre.