Pablo’s fresh Mexican food is worth the potential wait
Since the pandemic, I’ve made a personal rule to never go out to eat on a Friday night. It’s not just the fear of getting sick; not everyone has the patience for long wait times. However, …
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‘Beauty and the Beast’ tour promises classic Disney magic
Performing in “Beauty and the Beast” marks multiple milestones in former Londoner Harry Francis’ acting career. Not only will it be his first national tour since officially moving …
Revisiting Sophia’s House of Pancakes
Sophia’s House of Pancakes used to be a favorite of my family’s. We went there almost every week for breakfast, brunch and even dinner. But over time, things somehow changed. Whether it …
Flour Child’s Oreo cheesecake is a work of art
When it comes to desserts, we want cakes and pastries that look as good as they taste. I’m a sucker for the elegant cakes displayed at upscale bakeries. Unfortunately, they’re usually …
Jollof is a refreshingly unique addition to our dining scene
I always meant to give Tatse a try. Despite not being fond of spicy food, I was curious about West African cuisine. Unfortunately, the downtown restaurant closed before I could work up the nerve to …
A taste of Albania at Angela’s Cafe
With all the places you can eat at in East Lansing, it would be easy to overlook Angela’s Café. The restaurant opened in March, hidden behind the bustling Grand River Avenue traffic on …
A new sound for ‘The Sound of Music’
For Evolve Theatrics’ 20th anniversary show, co-founder Helen Hart wanted to direct something special. Being a fan of old-school musicals, she felt “The Sound of Music” would be the …
Choose your own adventure at Barrio
There’s a selection of Mexican restaurants in East Lansing, but Barrio is something special. It isn’t just because it’s more of a bar than a traditional restaurant, giving off …
‘The SpongeBob Musical’ swims into Riverwalk Theatre
“You either die a SpongeBob or live long enough to become a Squidward.” I don’t recall who started that internet meme, but it has long since achieved immortality among older fans of …
Retro fast food at Nip N Sip
The Lansing area doesn’t have any Sonic restaurants, but the next best thing is Nip N Sip Drive In on the city’s north side. Like Sonic, it’s a drive-in establishment where you can …