FOOD & DINING
Livonia Bakery Gets New Life After Influencer Review
A social media influencer's honest review transforms a struggling Livonia bakery, drawing crowds and proving the power of one authentic voice.
About Aisha
Aisha Laurent covers food, dining, culture, and things to do in Detroit for Detroit.co. She writes about restaurants not just as places to eat, but as community anchors, economic engines, and reflections of neighborhood identity.
Articles by Aisha
BUSINESS
Gas Prices Squeeze Metro Detroit Restaurant Owners
Rising fuel costs from Middle East conflict are hitting Metro Detroit restaurants hard, with expenses compounding across supply chains and vendor invoices.
THINGS TO DO
Slick City Action Park Opens in Troy - Indoor Slides
Slick City Action Park, a new indoor play destination featuring high-speed slides, just opened in Troy, offering metro Detroit families an exciting spring break activity.
FOOD & DINING
Kiss's Rock & Brews Opens in Royal Oak, Honoring Detroit
Kiss co-founders Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley opened Rock & Brews in Royal Oak, celebrating the band's legendary Detroit legacy and 'Alive!' album.
THINGS TO DO
The Nain Rouge: Detroit's Red Dwarf Demon Legend
Discover the three-century-old folklore of Detroit's Nain Rouge and the annual Marche du Nain Rouge parade celebrating this legendary red dwarf demon.
THINGS TO DO
2026 Detroit Emerging Music Scene: New Artists to Watch
Discover Detroit's hottest emerging artists this spring 2026. Metro Times surveys the city's thriving music scene with garage rock, rap, and R&B innovators.
FOOD & DINING
Detroit News Burger Bracket 2026: 64 Competitors Ranked
The Detroit News reveals their 2026 Burger Bracket with 64 restaurants. Explore which beloved Detroit burger spots made the cut and what's missing.
THINGS TO DO
St. Vincent Performs with Detroit Opera Orchestra
St. Vincent brings her inventive art rock to the Detroit Opera House on July 24 with the Detroit Opera Orchestra and conductor Jules Buckley.