May 2008

Building Character

When Bob and Karen Braun transformed their Bloomfield Township ranch home, the result was a sophisticated and inviting reflection of the highs and lows of their shared life experiences.

By Rebecca Powers

Creature Comfort

Sasha Farm near Manchester is an animal version of paradise. For many animals, Sasha Farm is their last hope.

By Jack Lessenberry

Rustic Spirit

Barns are a strong part of Michigan's agrarian history,and their preservation is the goal of several groups.

By Terry Parris Jr.

Goal Getter

Andy Appleby is the new owner of the Derby County Rams Football Club.

By Susan Howes

The Dye Is Cast

In Birmingham, a pink Pomeranian is the most colorful canine of them all

By Rebecca Powers

7th-inning Stretch

Making small talk with Jim Leyland.

By Lynn Henning

Watershed Exam

Using ultrasound waves, the "breast Jacuzzi" could be the long-awaited, more comfortable alternative to mammography.

Nancy Nall Derringer

It's 'T' Time

The May 10 kickoff of National Transportation Week in Detroit begins a five-month celebration honoring the 100th anniversary of General Motors and the centennial of the Ford Model T.

Alyssa Webb

The Son Also Rises

When you're the son of famed writer Elmore "Dutch" Leonard and your first novel is about to be published at age 56, you'd better expect some comparisons.

Alan Fisk

Sweet and Low Down

The 2008 Red Bull air race series kicked off earlier this year in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The Detroit River segment is tentatively scheduled for the weekend of May 31-June 1.

By George Bullard

Flavorful Fiesta

Crank up the mariachi music,grab a margarita,and celebrate Cinco de Mayo by chowing down in Mexicantown

By Alexa Stanard

Learning Experience

Students get high marks making clients look and feel good at Royal Oak's sleek Douglas J. Aveda Institute.

Spa Spy

Billow Talk

Linen shirts for summer.

Pure Beauty

Organic makeup lets you put on a happy face — naturally

Our Kitchens, Ourselves

A new book centering on the 'warmest room' explores the ingredients of pop culture that have affected Americans' food fads, dieting, and appliances.

By Rebecca Powers

Very Cherry

A recipe from Elio Petrovich, executive chef at the Commerce Grille in Commerce Township

By Molly Abraham

Staying Power

After 20 years, Beverly Hills Grill keeps true to its recipe for success

By Molly Abraham

Molly's Picks

Edamame Sushi Nu-Asian Kitchen and Bin 151.

By Molly Abraham

Italian Bargains

Italians, more than some other countries, stick to their way of making wine rather than trying to adjust their wines for an American palate.

Christopher Cook

Making a Pointe

The simple but solid City Kitchen in Grosse Pointe fills a dining gap on the east side

Christopher Cook

Hot Spot // Bourbon Steak

Lisa Rucker

Molly Abraham

Curt Cataldo and his wife, Ann Stevenson

Molly Abraham

Mother Knows Best

"Mom" is one of those word trends that talking heads latch onto and perpetuate, like saying "gone missing" instead of vanished or disappeared.

By Rebecca Powers

When the Metropolitan Opera performed in Detroit

By George Bulanda