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The vibe at That New Place in Williamston is just as warm and inviting as co-owners Carrie Ballou and Ray Priebe. A bookshelf in the corner of the restaurant holds dozens of cookbooks and other culinary tomes that have inspired each chef’s culinary experience.
That New Place takes over In KinD Bakery for good
When City Pulse covered That New Place in February, it was a small pop-up operating four days per week for three weeks at In KinD Bakery in Williamston. Now, it has evolved into a full restaurant and … more
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El Oasis’ Veggie Oasis Burrito stands apart from its meat-filled counterparts not only in the way many veggie options do, with the inclusion of the noble avocado, but with a fried, cheese-stuffed poblano pepper.
My new favorite at familiar El Oasis
I’ve lived on the east side for more than 15 years, so El Oasis’ original location on Michigan Avenue and its menu aren’t novel to me, nor are they probably new to many of you, dear … more
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Overnight grains are a trendy breakfast meal that’s easy to make — as long as you have the patience to wait until morning.
Just a little patience
“Overnight” often means getting something in a hurry, like a package you ordered online. But with oats, it means the opposite. Overnight oats are currently having a moment as a breakfast … more
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At its $13.49 price point, Slice by Saddleback’s Slice & 4 Ribs combo is more than satisfying.
Slice by Saddleback delivers deliciously
Takeout is a luxury, of course, but some days it feels like the only thing tethering me to sanity and convincing me to forge ahead in life. Am I being hyperbolic? Probably. But I … more
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Carrot aioli: It’s better than grass
Nearly 2% of the land in the Lower 48 is lawn. In the most populous areas, that percentage is even higher. It’s fair to say that most of us have too much lawn and not enough garden — … more
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The Westside Lansing Farmers Market
Farmers markets galore
Looking to get your grocery shopping done while soaking up the sunlight and supporting local farmers and businesses? Visit any of the farmers markets in Greater Lansing, where you’ll find fresh … more
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Kimchi Box offers a variety of Korean-inspired dishes, including tacos, corn dogs, sandwiches and wings, but the star of the show is the Duk-bok-ki, a spicy rice cake stew.
Korean rice cake stew: The gift that keeps on giving
With the conclusion of Michigan State University’s spring semester, it’s once again safe to visit East Lansing’s eateries. I took advantage of this opportunity and visited Kimchi … more
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The whole dandelion plant is edible, from the sunny top to the deep taproot and everything in between. Fried in butter, oil or bacon, the flowers are reminiscent of artichokes.
The dandelion challenge
I make a point to eat a dandelion every day. The whole plant is edible, from the sunny top to the deep taproot and all the stem, stalk and leaf in between. There are ways to eat dandelions that … more
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Red curry is the easiest Thai curry to make, with the added benefit that its delicious taste offers great leverage to get kids and adults alike to eat their vegetables.
The power of curry
My son Remy would walk on molten lava for a bowl of red chicken curry. He says he doesn’t like curry and purports to hate coconut, but I don’t need to solve this paradox to benefit from … more
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Both Pablo’s restaurants offer a large breakfast selection, including breakfast burritos and tacos, omelets, Huevos Rancheros and Chilaquiles, layered tortilla chips mixed with a mild red salsa, topped with queso fresco and sour cream and served alongside two eggs, refried beans, avocado and chopped steak.
Pablo’s Eastside: Same great food in new digs
Pablo’s Eastside 2010 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday 517-580-8315 pablosrestaurants.com … more
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With a host of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, anyone can enjoy a hearty breakfast at Anna’s House.
Breakfast lovers’ paradise
I didn’t know Anna’s House was a chain — there are 10 locations, all in Michigan — but I should’ve guessed based on its slick branding and decor and the huge number of … more
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Kohlrabi is the swollen stem of a plant in the same family as broccoli. You can eat it a number of ways, including deep-fried as schnitzel or in place of green papayas in som tam, a Thai salad.
An ode to kohlrabi
Kohlrabi is an acquired taste. It’s bland, with a mild hint of mustard-like fire, and it’s surrounded by a tough, thick peel. “It tastes like the part of broccoli you … more
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High-class soup and salad
When heading into an almost three-hour-long movie you know is designed to make the audience uncomfortable (“Beau is Afraid”), it’s important to fortify yourself with a good meal. My … more
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Chocolate-dipped, strawberry and ricotta-filled ice cream cones make a perfect treat for Mother’s Day.
A Mother’s Day cone-ucopia
When Zeus was a newborn, his father wanted to eat him, so the future king of gods was taken to a secret chamber beneath Mount Ida on the Greek island of Crete. There, baby Zeus began drinking the … more
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Sushi Moto offers eight variations of bento boxes to choose from on its lunch menu. The Moto Bento box includes chicken teriyaki; shrimp and vegetable tempura; a California roll; salmon, tuna and shrimp nigiri; and fresh orange slices, all of which are delectable.
Bento box bonanza
I’ve lived in Lansing my entire adult life and have loved sushi for even longer, so I’m somewhat ashamed to admit that I just visited Sushi Moto for the first time. I’ve often heard … more
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The roots of the cilantro plant are mellower than the leaves and seeds but still have that unmistakable, penetrating flavor. They’re perfect to use in a Thai stock, which can serve as the base of numerous soups, sauces and marinades.
Cilantro root soup
Every inch of the cilantro plant is edible, but the seeds (aka coriander) and leaves get most of the attention. At the farmers market the other day, I spotted cilantro plants with the roots still … more
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For those who haven’t yet acquired a taste for wild greens, which can be intensely bitter and aromatic, turning them into pesto is a great starting point.
Take a walk on the wild side
Springtime’s wild greens are on the rise in the woods, by the creek, near the train tracks and in your garden, where they’re known as weeds. These plants can be intensely bitter and … more
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Browndog at the Shuffle, one of Lansing Shuffle’s five food stands, offers creative spins on burgers, small-batch ice cream, several versions of french fries and boozy milkshakes.
Lansing Shuffle delivers upscale food and atmosphere
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4 Tha Soul Restaurant offers a diverse menu of soul food, like fried chicken wings, shrimp and grits, pot roast and smothered pork chops, that can help you relax and unwind after a particularly stressful day.
4 Tha Soul soothes the spirit
I love chicken wings, and judging from the number of wing places with punny names I see constantly popping up all over town, I’m not the only one. Upon my visit to 4 Tha Soul, a new soul food … more
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The hardest part of pickling carrots and peppers is not being able to eat them right away.
Pickled carrots
“Are there carrots?” my friend asked. The question wasn’t existential. He was planning to feed a lot of people and wanted to be sure he had the proper condiments to accompany the … more
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