JET FARMINGTON HILLS Off Broadway Theater in West Bloomfield FERNDALE "PROVOCATIVE . . . will turn every emotion upside down" New York Times DIRECTED BY RIVI YARON DEC. 11 JAN. 12 To Be Announced Two sped N EW YEAR'S EVE Champagne pag Gala Performances 7:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m. FEB. 26 - MAR. 23 h umid BY ISRAEL HOROVITZ APR. 30 - JUNE 1 "A FUNNY, colorful, whimsical evening. Fun for the ENTIRE FAMILY" BY ARNOLD PERL 111111 ■ 111111111111 1911 I• CHRYSLER 11_, TAY FUND SKILLMAN FOUNDATION Aaron De Roy Theatre (810) 788-2900 PONTIAC Pike Street Restaurant, 18 West Pike Street, Pontiac, 334-7878. Randy Emert, captain of the 1996 Michigan Culinary Team and winner of gold, sil- ver and bronze medals in salon com- petition, is the head chef at this fine dining establishment noted for its cuisine and service. An imaginative menu, coupled with excellent wines by the glass or bot- tle, and choice liquors, is a popular fa- vorite. Private banquet facilities for all occasions are available. ROYAL OAK Chkk N Ribs, 118 S. Woodward, - michisan council for arts and cultural afiiiits Senior, Student & Group Rates Available. • Hearing Devices Available & Wheel Chair Access. Landing, Lathrup, 559-9099. An ele- gant atmosphere, where all areas are a different decor, make up this popu- lar Middle Eastern restaurant. Many of the dishes are not found in too many din- ing spots of its type. Fresh squeezed fruits and vegetables make up the raw juice bar which people enjoy seven days a week at all hours. SOUTHFIELD Excalibur, 28875 Franklin Road, Southfield, 358-3355. When former owner Pat Archer passed on, people said Excalibur would also go. Howev- er, they didn't reckon with Marty Wilk, owner/chef who has made it one of met- ropolitan Detroit's markedly popular din- ing and dancing spots. It's Frank Sinatra's favorite while in the local area. Enter- tainment is Tues. thru Sat. and complete catering at Excalibur plus homes, halls, etc. LIVONIA D. Dennison's Seafood Tay- em of Livonia, 37716 W. 6 Mile, Laurel Park Place, Livonia, 464-9030. D. Dennison's has an established rep- utation for moderately-priced seafood from Florida, Boston and the Great Lakes. The atmosphere is lively and informal with a fresh raw bar and early dining specials. Also featured are pasta, chick- en dishes, salads and sandwiches, plus a children's menu. Gateway Deli, 21745 W. 11 Mile, Harvard Row, Southfield, 352-4940. A different touch has been given this pop- ular delicatessen- restaurant by owner Peter Bershaj. His assortment of gourmet dishes are brought from Peter's former Larco's days, and are combined with fa- miliar traditional homemadeJewish dish- es. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, party trays and outside catering are Gateway Deli standouts. NOVI Ah Wok, 41563 W. 10 Mile Road, *************************** OFF ANY ROLLUP SANDWICH 1 WITH PURCHASE OF ANOTHER ROLLUP SANDWICH EQUAL OR GREATER VALUE! TH E D ETR OIT J E WISH NEWS • Good With Coupon • Dine In or Carry-Out • Expires 10-3-96 —1 • Weddings • Bar Mitzvahs • Bat Mitzvahs • Showers • Anniversaries • Birthdays • Brises • Sweet 16s 32418 Northwestern Hwy. (Between Middlebelt & 14 Mile) OUTDOOR PATIO VISA EF7/1 855-9463 Fax: 626-8468 McVee's Sports Bar & Grill, 23380 Telegraph Road, Southfield, 352- 8243. This is more than just another sports bar and grill restaurant. Veteran restaurateur Herman Yagoda features charbroiled steaks, fresh seafood, large burgers, baby-back ribs and Iamb chops that he defies others to beat. Also home- made soups are daily specials at both lunch and dinner with moderate prices in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Cicero's Ristorante & Bar, CALL SHIRLEE BLOOM FOR ALL YOUR CATERING NEEDS ALL TRADITIONAL JEWISH FOOD IS PREPARED BY SHIRLEE BLOOM IN HER OWN PRIVATE KITCHEN Novi Plaza, Novi, 349-9260. Rated among the top gourmet Chinese restau- rants in this area, Ah Wok is also still a big favorite on standard traditional din- ing. For years, adventurous customers have enjoyed the elaborate offerings with their imaginative style of prepara- tion which have proven delightful palate pleasers. 114 *************************** 24299 Novi Road, 380-0011. Having one of the newest Italian restaurants in the Northwest Metropolitan area, Jim and Chris Stevens, husband and wife owners of Cicero's, know they are buck- ing a lot of competition. But the sight of customers coming back is a great sign. It is open Mon.-Thurs. 11 to 10; Fri & Sat. 11 to midnight and Sun. 4 to 9, serv- ing Northern and Southern Italian cui- sine, fine wines, homemade desserts and fresh fish like whitefish, lake perch and plank salmon. OAK PARK Bread Basket Deli, 10 1/2 Mile and Greenfield, Lincoln Shopping Cen- ter, Oak Park, 968-0022. A favorite of - Royal Oak, 544-1211. Much has been said about this dine in and carry-out restaurant whose specialities of broast- ed or bar-b chicken and bar-b-q ribs have received much attention, but as reg- ular customers say, the proof is in the tasting. It's open seven days, Sun.,-Thurs. 11-10, Fri. & Sat. 11-11. LaFendi, 27060 Evergreen, Lathrup 111 ■ 111111111111111=1V11 ■1■1 017,(91@it French Gourmet, 23421 Wood- ward, Ferndale, 541-1200. At one time a great place to go for French pastries and desserts, this has become a full- fledged restaurant with under 30 seats. It serves gourmet-style food at reason- able prices. Owners Marvin Bernstein and wife/executive chef Tina Bernstein also roast their own coffees and have added new features from 40 French syrups to an extensive line of teas, Parisian vinegars, oils, honeys, preserves and mustards. Although a complete restaurant now, French Gourmet is still a classic authentic French pastry shop and bakery, with excellent special oc- casion and wedding cakes. If going for dinner, take a tip and make a reserva- tion. Remember, seating capacity is small. LATHRUP "Control— gets out of control in this loving family" Th.e Arid, ®f at 9 Mile, Oak Park, 398-5502. The knowledge of Chef Frank Eng is wide- spread in Chinese dining. Golden Bowl is open seven days, Mon.-Thurs. from 11 a.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. serv- ing Szechuan, Mandarin and Cantonese food. Carry-out service is available plus banquet facilities. are available for dining in or carry out. She is also available for weddings, b'nai mitzvah, showers, etc. OCT. 9 - NOV. 3 A COMEDY Golden Bowl, 22106 Coolidge continued from page 113 1996 97 SEASON BY DIANE SAMUELS many people for breakfast, lunch, din- ner and after-theater, this has the aura of a modernistic delicatessen so appar- ent with colorful decor. A children's menu is featured along with party trays. The Bread Basket Deli is open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. New Seoul Garden, 27566 ;? Northwestern, Southfield, 827-1600. Authenticity is brought to the table where favorites such as beef, chicken and shrimp are prepared on a barbecue grill in front of customers. Floor seating and sushi bar also add to its appeal. Au- thentic Korean and Japanese dishes are the theme foods at this restaurant with a sister Seoul Garden in Sterling Heights. Pearl City, 27522 Northwestern Hwy. at 11 Mile, 354-3700. The Ori- ental dining imagination is captured in a moderately-priced Chinese menu at