an afternoon venture to detroit
on a sunny fall day
for lunch at a delightful tiny restaurant
located in a rescued classic building
in the heart of the city
easy, delicious, beautiful
just what we needed.
—
“people talk about wanting amenities – downtown is the amenity.”
-jack white,
american musician and owner of third man record label and pressing plant in detroit
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I didn't have my glasses on.... 
Good to know they are restoring classic buildings. I don’t know much about Detroit, other than the Tamla-Motown connection and the car industry history. I watched this film about events in the city in 1967, and it’s powerful. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit_(film)
Best wishes, Pete.
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It has undergone an incredible renaissance in the last few years and I try to visit and support the businesses there whenever possible
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I like going to cafes in restored classic buildings. The Cafe that I frequent in Geelong West, The Box Office Cafe, is one …
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something about them –
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LOVE ME some D
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<3
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I like how you find quotes to go with your writings.
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thanks, it’s a kind of collage for me
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I love cafes located in restored places or ones with classic vibe❤️
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yes, there is such charm to them
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I agree and it adds layer to the cafe experience❤️
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it really does
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Those buildings looked a bit tipsy to me. Or maybe it’s due to my third cup of coffee this AM?
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or my photo skills )
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Love Jack White…the quote, the building. Thanks, Beth! 🥰
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thanks for loving it all )
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🥰😎🥰
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I find joy in your retirement, Beth!
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as do I!)
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Third Man Records is located in Nashville. That’s where the pressing plant is. Third Man Records in Detroit is a record store.
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actually there is also a pressing plant in both locations now – more is better in this case )
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You’re right. He’s not all the expensive. You know how I keep the dogs in kibbles, right? We just reprinted Mary Chapin Carpenter’s Stones in the Road for its 40th anniversary. 500 copies cost 4x what Third Man charges. OTH , our production team turned a single album into a double album because of the improved quality. Nice thick grooves.
Ray Laskowitz
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Now that you are retired you don’t have to take the 8:15 to the city or work overtime. What a blessing to explore on your time. Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure. Keep being curious.
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that’s exactly it, and thanks, I’ll never stop being curious, it’s who I am )
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The place + the company = ambiance.
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exactly
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That must’ve been a good experience
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a really nice day there
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🥰😍
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I am in favor of restoration, especially when it involves restoring me!
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I’m going to need a go fund me for me
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I had not thought of that. Good idea for me!
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Love it.
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I discover something new on every visit
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Do you mind sharing the location?
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this was walking from grand circus park to Griswold avenue on our way to dime store restaurant in the remodeled Chrysler building. the skinny, colorful building is the Isaac agree jewish synagogue
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Thanks!
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I’m always intrigued by skinny (narrow?) buildings like this. I’ve never been in one and can’t imagine what it must be like, how the interior is arranged in a useful way, etc.
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I love buildings of all shapes and sizes and indeed find it interesting how they are laid out and used
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How ‘bout them Lions?!
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the entire state has been reenergized by them. dan Campbell is a god now
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and another big win for the Lions today. Maybe Dan will run for governor someday :)
And let’s hope Michigan football returns to its glory days next year!
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Such an incredible season for the lions , and the wolverines….. we need to rebuild
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I always looked forward to the Penn State – Michigan game, and this may have been the year PSU had a real chance to beat Michigan. Too bad the scheduling didn’t work out this year!
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coulda’ been a contender …)
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But PSU still can’t get past Ohio…
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I spent an evening in Detroit meeting with The Smothers Brothers about a TV project. Tommy Smothers keep me up all night talking. That’s always what I remember about Detroit!
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wow, now that’s an experience !
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I would rather have honest charm than starched tablecloths.
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I soooooooooo agree
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I love a good urban landscape. :)
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yes, always so much to catch the eye
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What a cool-looking building – very narrow! I’m glad they restored it – I love the colors :)
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yes, so many cool buildings downtown
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Looks like a perfect day.
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it was so nice
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I love cafes and stores in restored buildings too. They have a certain charm.
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they absolutely do, it really adds to the feel
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easy, delicious, beautiful — oh, how I love those days!
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they will come again, wait and see –
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I think the quote makes perfect sense. I used to love going into Portland, OR to have lunch with my daughter who works downtown. I’d take the MAX so I didn’t have to drive or try to park.
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yes, easy peasy
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Detroit is a city I’d love to explore one day. So much culture and history.
I agree with the Jack White quote. As I get older, I’ve grown an aversion to downtown and urban places. But a visit from time to time can feel invigorating.
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you’ve described my feelings exactly
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Sounds good to me!
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❤️
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What a lovely afternoon, Beth!
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Indeed, thanks
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glad you found a tiny restaurant in that huge sky-scrapered city —
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lots of tiny places tucked within
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Those buildings are works of art. I would have enjoyed this downtown lunch also. Thank you for sharing the beauty of Detroit.
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They absolutely are and I’m always happy to enjoy the city and sing its praises. It went through many very challenging years and has worked so hated to rebuild it
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😀
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<3
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What a great shot, Beth!
I’d be taking pics of the high rise art, and then heading into that alley.
Thank you!
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there are just so many cool things all around
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Yes!
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