I knew long in advance that yesterday was Detroit's 323rd Birthday, but I got caught up in another project and let a birthday post fall through the cracks. So I'm writing a belated post today instead.
Detroit was founded in 1701 by French Explorer, Antoine de la mothe, Cadillac. The City has had it's ups and downs in history, but it's presently experiencing a comeback and amazing renewal.
It was once known as the Automobile Capital of the World with Ford, General Motors and Chrysler headquartered in the City.
Detroit loves its sports teams... Detroit Tigers [baseball], Detroit Pistons [basketball], Detroit Lions [football], and Detroit Red Wings [hockey].
Authentic snack foods made in Detroit are Better Made Chips, Faygo Soft Drinks and Vernor's Ginger Ale [great for ice cream floats], and Popcorn from Detroit Popcorn Company. Detroiter's also love Sander's Bumpy Cake and Hot Fudge Ice Cream Puffs, and if you want more substantial food, an iconic Detroit Coney Island Dog, or a slice of Buddy's Pizza is a must.
The Whitney Restaurant [where I work as Tea Director] held a Birthday Party Celebration yesterday in the garden, with a menu of Detroit's classic foods, complimentary gift bags of "Detroit Snacks", free Birthday Cake, a live DJ with Detroit-curated music, and a meet-and-greet with Daniel Crawford, author of "Detroiter at Heart".
Starter Course: Chef Milos' famed Golden Mushroom Soup or the classic Hudson's Maurice Salad.
Entree: Better Made Chip Chicken; Carl's Chophouse chargrilled Delmonico; Vernors glazed Salmon; or a twist on Mousska celebrating Detroit's Greek heritage.
Dessert: Bumpy Cake or Coconut Cream Pie reminiscent of Darby's, a long-gone Detroit Restaurant.
I took a quick photo of The Whitney's advertising for the event from my car window on the way to work while stopped at a red light. They went all out for 'The D". Mr. David Whitney was one of the City's most notable and wealthiest residents before his death in 1900.
I'm ending this post with the reminder that Christmas is exactly five months from today! How can that be???
What a nice thing to celebrate!
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