Arts + Culture

A Tradition of Excellence

Grosse Pointe South Choral Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by The Portrait Place Music unites us. That fact is the driving force and life mission, in her own words, of Carolyn Gross, Choral Director of Grosse Pointe South High School. “Music brings everyone together,” Carolyn points out. “Grosse Pointe South Choir is a bridge between generations, from very young children to their grandparents sitting next to them at concerts." “Whether you love the Great American Song Book ...

Arts + Culture

A Center for All

Paul and Carol C. Schaap Center for the Performing Arts Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Provided by Schaap Center Art is a wonderful platform for viewing beauty and appreciating culture, but it goes much deeper than that. “The arts really bring people together,” says Jaime Rae Turnbull, the executive director of the A. Paul and Carol C. Schaap Center for the Performing Arts in Grosse Pointe Park. “It fosters community and a sense of belonging.” Art, she explains, also allows people...

Professional Services

Sharing Joy

With Andreas & Kimberly Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Andreas Browne and Kimberly Rensburg Of all gifts, the greatest is love. How do we uncover what is inside our hearts and share it with others? The answer lies in how we spend our time and with whom. What about when time and space drive us apart? Ask anyone who misses a milestone event at home because they have to travel for work. Photographs take on a whole new significance then, by filling that void. Grosse Pointe City...

Food + Beverage

A Thanksgiving Feast

By Fresh Farms Market Article by Recipe's by Food Network Parmesan Roast Turkey Ingredients: Extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, 2 teaspoon Fresh thyme, 2 teaspoon Garlic, 2 clove Grated parmesan, 1 1/2 cup Grated zest of lemon, 1  Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Turkey, 10lbs - 12lbs Unsalted butter, 1 stick Directions: Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375...

Local Services

Giving Thanks

To The Helm Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by The Helm Krista Siddall, executive director of The Helm at the Boll Life Center in Grosse Pointe Farms, says there are now more people over the age of 65 than under the age of 17 in Michigan. In the Grosse Pointes and Harper Woods, this statistic proved true sooner than it did in the whole state. “We have to make sure that we are able to serve those people, and that's what The Helm is here to do,” she says.  Older residents and their...

Style + Beauty

Girls Night Out

Hit The Town with Styles by Savvy Chic Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Kim Rensburg Dining out is more than a meal-it's an experience. The clink of glasses, the glow of candlelight, the laughter shared over appetizers, the rich aroma of a well-paired wine-all of it is enhanced when you feel confident and comfortable in what you're wearing. In Grosse Pointe, where our restaurant and bar scene is thriving, fashion plays a role in setting the mood for the night just as much as the menu. ...

Food + Beverage

Pastaio

Pasta Made by Hand, Just Down the Block Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Kim Rensburg & Andreas Browne Pasquale (Pat) Lamaara was born into the restaurant business. His parents owned multiple Italian restaurants in New Jersey, and it was where Pat felt at home. Wanting to carry on the tradition but forge his own path, he moved to Florida in his early 20s and opened several restaurants there with partners.   While this worked for a while, he decided once again to carve his own way. "I...

Food + Beverage

Daily Jam

Scratch to Table, The Newest Spot Serving it Up Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Andreas Browne Daily Jam is Grosse Pointe’s newest brunch restaurant, featuring Southwest-inspired cuisine using locally sourced ingredients served in an airy, contemporary setting on Mack Avenue in Grosse Pointe Woods. The vibe is laid back and casual, true to the original Daily Jam, a neighborhood favorite located in the artsy downtown of Tempe, Arizona, popular with students at nearby Arizona State...

Home + Design

29 Fisher Road

Old World Meets New Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Gabriel Banuelos While newly built homes are great, they don't have the fascinating histories that many older homes have embedded into their very bones. Fortunately, Grosse Pointe periodically has some of these gems waiting for new buyers to create their own special memories.  One of these iconic homes is located at 29 Fisher Road, and it has an amazing story to tell. Looking at it today, you would never know that it was originally...

Home Services

South Pointe Vintage

Little Treasures Everywhere Article by Margaret Carroll | Photography by Gina Piscopo If every picture tells a story, then every room speaks volumes. Does your home convey the warmth and emotion of your family? Whether your vibe is cozy comfort, peace and goodwill, fun and playful, or any combination thereof, you can elevate the look and feel of your décor with a visit to South Pointe Vintage on Mack Avenue in Grosse Pointe Woods.     The shop is a treasure trove of vintage, one-of-a-kind...