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  • Carlos Parisi on Detroit’s Food Scene: Small Businesses, Big Community

    Carlos Parisi on Detroit’s Food Scene: Small Businesses, Big Community
    2026/08/28
    Aug. 27, 2026 ~ Host Justin Near sits down with Carlos Parisi, the entrepreneur behind Aunt Nee’s, host of WDIV’s Carlos Eats Detroit and creator of the Detroit Sandwich Party. They discuss Carlos’ journey, the independent businesses and diverse communities driving Detroit’s nationally recognized food scene, and what guests can expect at this year’s Sandwich Party. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • Beyond the Plate: Stories Told Through Food

    Beyond the Plate: Stories Told Through Food
    2026/07/24
    July 23, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near welcomes award-winning food journalist Serena Daniels, founder of Midwest Mexican and the new food critic for HOUR Detroit Magazine. Together, they explore the evolving role of food journalism, Detroit's dynamic restaurant scene, the responsibility of restaurant criticism and how food serves as a powerful lens into culture, community and identity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • Building More Than Restaurants: Matthew Kenney's Culinary Empire

    Building More Than Restaurants: Matthew Kenney's Culinary Empire
    2026/06/26
    June 25, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with internationally renowned chef, entrepreneur and author Matthew Kenney to discuss his journey from New York's restaurant scene to becoming one of the world's leading voices in plant-based cuisine. Matthew shares the story behind his latest venture, BESOS in downtown Birmingham, reflects on the evolution of consumer dining trends, sustainability and hospitality, and discusses how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence are helping shape the future of food and restaurant operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • From Local Institutions To The Business of Food

    From Local Institutions To The Business of Food
    2026/05/29
    May 28, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with Tasso and George Teftsis of Astoria Pastry Shop and Blue Goat to discuss building a multi-generational family business, preserving tradition and growing brands that continue to resonate with customers across decades. Then, Justin welcomes Ivana Kalafatic, founder of DetroitIsIt and organizer of The Business of Food Summit, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, collaboration and the ideas shaping the future of Michigan’s food and hospitality industries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • Luxury, Discipline and Scale: The Jeremy Sasson Standard

    Luxury, Discipline and Scale: The Jeremy Sasson Standard
    2026/04/24
    April 23, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with Jeremy Sasson, founder of Heirloom Hospitality, to discuss the strategy and vision behind a growing collection of restaurant concepts, including Townhouse, Prime & Proper, Mad Nice and Mad Nice Coffee. Sasson shares insight into building scalable brands, maintaining consistency across locations and the operational discipline required to succeed in today’s competitive hospitality landscape. The conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create restaurants that resonate - and, for the first time publicly, Jeremy unveils his upcoming concept, Heiress. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • Inside Vecino: The Award-Winning Mexico City-Inspired Restaurant by Adriana Jimenez

    Inside Vecino: The Award-Winning Mexico City-Inspired Restaurant by Adriana Jimenez
    2026/03/25
    March 24, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with Adriana Jimenez, owner of the awarding-winning Vecino, to discuss her journey into Detroit’s restaurant scene and the inspiration behind her Mexico City-inspired concept. Jimenez shares how her transition from the automotive industry to hospitality has shaped her approach to creating an elevated dining experience that stands apart in the market. The conversation offers insight into Vecino’s vision, the nuances of modern Mexican cuisine and how the restaurant is contributing to the continued evolution of Detroit’s culinary landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分
  • From Top 10 New Restaurants to Restaurant of the Year: A Critic’s Perspective

    From Top 10 New Restaurants to Restaurant of the Year: A Critic’s Perspective
    2026/02/24
    Feb. 23, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with Lyndsay Green, restaurant critic for the Detroit Free Press, for an inside look at the restaurants defining the year in Metro Detroit. Green breaks down her Top 10 New Restaurants, along with her selections for Restaurant of the Year Classic and Restaurant of the Year, sharing insight into the trends, talent and dining experiences that stood out. The conversation offers a thoughtful perspective on where Detroit’s culinary scene is headed and what it takes to rise to the top in an increasingly competitive market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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  • MI Great Plates: Crafting Detroit’s Culinary Identity with Sandy Levine

    MI Great Plates: Crafting Detroit’s Culinary Identity with Sandy Levine
    2026/01/30
    Jan. 28, 2026 ~ On this episode of MI Great Plates, host Justin Near sits down with restaurateur Sandy Levine to explore the vision behind some of Metro Detroit’s most acclaimed dining and cocktail destinations, including Freya, Chartreuse Kitchen & Cocktails, The Oakland, Dragonfly, and Dirty Shake. Levine shares how his team balances fine dining and innovative bar concepts, discusses the evolution of the city’s food and beverage scene, and offers insight into building chef-driven, hospitality-forward experiences that continue to shape Detroit’s modern culinary landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    38 分