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• THE LETTERMEN
April 27 & 28
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A show of greatness with
the wonderful talents of
an American favorite.
The Costanza Family's Victorian Room in
Warren is better than ever.
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• • WAYNE NEWTON
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• • *JERRY VALE
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"Mr. Las Vegas" is
"Mr. Magnificent!"
as a showman!
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The Silver Fox brings his soft, S
velvety, romantic voice for a
wonderful evening.
mushrooms, a touch of garlic and
Barolo wine in continuance of the
Local Columnist
saute.
Chicken Francesco is a very simple
o so many people, there is
chicken
dish ... One of Frank's favorites
nothing quite like a good
that
his
grandfather,
Guiseppe Greco,
family owned-and-operated
would
cook
for
family
gatherings ...
neighborhood restaurant ...
Saute breast of chicken with
And especially when no one
garlic, sherry wine and Italian
but the family and the same
seasonings ... all simmering
family members have owned
together into a fine dish.
and operated it since opening.
The family history of good-
One of these gems is a din-
ness in Italian dining goes back
ing jewel that on June 3 will
to Guiseppe Greco, Tony's
celebrate its 16th birthday ...
father-in-law, who taught so
and seems to have gotten even
many people how to cook in
better with the passing of time.
the local area back in the
Costanzo's Victorian Room,
DAN NY
1950s ... When Aldo Attaviani
on W. 12 Mile Road between
RAS KIN
opened his place years back on
Dequindre and Ryan in
Local Columnist 7 Mile and Kelly in Detroit,
Warren, is noted for its excep-
he hired Guiseppe and his
tional cleanliness and fine serv-
wife,
Marianne
... Both are credited
ice, as well as excellently prepared lunch
with
showing
Aldo
much.
and dinner entrees ... But as good as the
They had worked in Italy and came
food has been in the past, there now
to America to apply the kitchen trade
also appears to be more of a diversifica-
Guiseppe and Marianne had learned so
don in the preparations by Executive
well
in Europe ... They shared with
Chef Francesco "Frank" Costanza, son
their children and grandchildren their
of founders Tony and Ophelia
extensive knowledge of the old ways ...
Costanza.
This included a wonderful method of
Or maybe I just didn't know about
preparing dishes from scratch ... Today,
the dishes when the Victorian Room
98-year-old Guiseppe doesn't do any
was first visited ... Like the beef Barolo,
more cooking ... but there is no doubt
which has become very popular over the
that he still knows his stuff.
years ... Frank and his staff begin the
Victorian Room is open ... Tuesday,
preparation with sliced tenderloin beef
Wednesday and Thursday, 11-9; Friday,
sauteed in clarified butter ... then add
DANNY RASKIN
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DANNY MARONA
AUBURN HILLS
Lelli's of Auburn Hills, 885 Opdyke
Road,Auburn Hills, (248) 373-1110.The
second of Lelli's traditionally fine Italian
ristorantes is located across from the
Pontiac Silverdome. Besides elegant sur-
roundings, it features the same excel-
lent food served by the Lelli family
since 1939. Reservations are accepted
for any evening except Saturday.
BLOOMFIELD HILLS
Steve's Deli, 6646 Telegraph Road,
Bloomfield Hills, (248) 932-0800.
Award-winning chicken soup is fea-
tured.Also serving corned beef, fresh
roasted turkey, sandwiches, salads and
traditional dishes. Party trays and
catering too at this NewYork-style
deli. Carnegie Deli cheesecake and
Steve's Brownies are among the
desserts.
FARMINGTON HILLS
Bangkok Sala, 27903 Orchard
Lake Rd., Farmington Hills, (248)
553-4220. Noted for making its
own traditional Thai cookies and
own style of fried rice, it is a consis-
tent restaurant with exclusive Thai
specialties among the authentic
servings.
Brasse Pointe, 24234 Orchard
Lake Road, Farmington Hills, (248)
476-1377. Noted for its broasted
and barbecued chicken, plus St. Louis
ribs. Open seven days. Wine list by
the glass, carafe or bottle. Private
banquet room. Also Mexican and
seafood specialties in a family dining
atmosphere. Homemade chili, tole
slaw, shrimp cooktail sauce, pinto
beans and bleu cheese.
Desert Sands, 29222 Orchard Lake
Road, Farmington Hills, (248) 855-
1122. Middle-Eastern dining is fea-
tured by Mike Salamey, former
owner/chef at prominent mideastern
eateries. Daily specials at lunch and
dinner. Full menu carryout with cater-
ing available. Complete liquor service.
Fri. & Sat., June 22, 23
Hilarious comedian, inspiring
singer, virtuoso pianist, 7-time
Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year.
Hong Hua, 27925 Orchard Lake
Rd., Farmington Hills, (248) 489
2280.True Hong Kong autenticity is
in the dishes not seen anywhere
else.A bit more expensive than
other Chinese restaurants, but a lot
of value that makes the price differ-
ence worth it with exciting prepara-
tions of rare dishes and many not
seen elsewhere.
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Executive ChefFrank Costanza continues the family heritage of culinary goodness with his par-
ents, restaurant founders Ophelia and Tony Costanza, at Costanzo's Victorian Room in Warren.
DINING GUIDE on page 88