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    Ann Nichols does legal and culture reporting for ELi, and is the author of our placemaking column, Ann About Town. She also serves on ELi’s Board of Directors and as our Public Editor. Click here to read more about our staff.

Award-Winning MMS Teacher Aram Kabodian Publishes Poetry Collection

Aram Kabodian, winner of the Middle School Teacher of the Year award from the Michigan Council of Teachers of English, has now published a collection of poems. ELi's...
Ann Nichols June 5, 2021

Ann About Town: When the Moon Hits Your Eye Like a Big Pizza Pie, That’s The Cosmos

Ann and the Captain share some of their favorite dishes from The Cosmos. Whether getting Takeout, dining in, or dining outside, what do they recommend?...
Ann Nichols May 20, 2021

Ann About Town: El Oasis Serves Birria Tacos, the Comfort Food You Need

Ann and Captain Carnivore visit an old favorite, El Oasis, known affectionately as "The Taco Truck." How did she find the birria tacos? What else do she and the...
Ann Nichols May 4, 2021

Ann About Town and the Hidden Breakfast Restaurant

Ann uncovers the breakfast options available at Pizza House. What does she recommend?...
Ann Nichols April 20, 2021

Ann About Town: Curb Your Dog, Bring Your Enthusiasm to the Dog Park

Following comments from readers, Ann explains how to be both a great human to your furry friend and a good neighbor. To summarize, please make sure your dog is on...
Ann Nichols April 13, 2021

Ann About Town: Lou and Harry’s Serves up Ambrosia for Ann

Ann makes the case that Lou and Harry's lamb gyro is truly food fit for the gods. But what else do she and her partner-in-crime, Captain Carnivore, recommend?...
Ann Nichols April 1, 2021

Ann About Town: Ann Bubbles With Delight Over Yum Yum Bento

Ann and the Captain explored Korean, Japanese, and Thai cuisine, all from one restaurant. What does Ann recommend?...
Ann Nichols March 31, 2021

Ann About Town: Swagath, Welcome to Heaven on Earth

If Ann had just six weeks to live, she would spend it eating Indian food. So what would she feast upon from Swagath Indian Cuisine?...
Ann Nichols March 18, 2021

Ann About Town: Sansu Offers Elegant Food for You to Bring Home

Sansu offers more than just sushi, but even Captain Carnivore enjoyed their pescatarian offerings. Read on for Ann's description of their delectable meals....
Ann Nichols March 5, 2021

Ann About Town: Tannin for Upscale Comfort Food

"They offer Italian food with interesting twists and are a true scratch kitchen, making their own pasta, sauces, and sausages." So what did Ann and Captain Carnivore...
Ann Nichols February 12, 2021

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