I love sharks. There are no ifs, ands or buts about it. So imagine my excitement when I heard about a Jaws-themed restaurant in Michigan…

You don’t have to travel to Manhattan to catch a whiff of some delicious baking. Whether you’re in the mood for a Greektown Olive Loaf or a Chocolate Brioche, your trip to Detroit’s Avalon Bakery comes with a virtual guarantee you’ll find something tasty.

The weather has been chilly and rainy as we enter the fall season, but the sun decided to stick around long enough for the last big festival of summer: The DIY Street Fair in Ferndale

This month I’m outside my beloved Michigan travelling through the Canadian Rockies. I’ve spent a week in Lake Louise thus far. In my adventures I have discovered the town of Banff — a thriving, young, affluent town similar to a Royal Oak, albeit with a much more athletic population (no offense, RO). I spent a day trying to dig up its hidden cool spots and here’s what I discovered.

{moshits} Views Review: Basil and Roma's CafeType of Food: Modern International Healthy CuisineVegetarian Friendly?: YesLocation: Auburn Rd., in a strip mall on the south side of the road, just west of the Auburn and Rochester Rd. intersection  

{moshits} Views Type of Food: IndianLocation: The corner of Maple Rd. and Livernois Rd. in the plaza with Good Food CompanySpicy: YesOverall Rating: ****/5Service Rating ***/5Vegetarian Friendly: Yes

Dear Readers:
You have found your way to Detroit Chic, a spot which I hope will become a bit of an oasis for you in the vast expanse of cold internet. I’d like to briefly tell you a bit about what the site stands for, and why it should interest you….