arts & life out to eat Fressine With Fishman Beverly Hills Grill Redo id you notice the unexpected construc- tion on Southfield Road last month? No, they weren't filling potholes (what a surprise) — Bill Roberts was giving his 28-year-old Beverly Hills Grill a major facelift. The restaurant closed over Labor Day weekend, and workers have been busy installing a new floor, bar and windows, repaint- ing throughout, upgrading the sound system and handling some minor roof repairs. Fortunately, Roberts and his team moved fast, reopening the spot last week. For me, Beverly Hills Grill is a peren- nial favorite for breakfast meetings, in part thanks to how diverse the morning menu is. I love the Jumbo Lump Crab Omelette, made with fresh mushrooms and gouda. The Vegetable Scramble is also a classic, blending shitake mush- rooms, leeks, tomatoes, spinach and a delicious garlic-herb goat cheese. For a classic take on a California- style omelette, check out what Bill can do with his always-amazing chicken apple sausage, a little avocado and sharp cheddar. Palladium Now Opened Speaking of renovations, the new Emagine Palladium in downtown Birmingham has been a long time coming, but the doors are now open to reveal the end-result of a multi-million dollar project that brings not just a new look, but also a totally new way to see movies. The Palladium's second coming made way for a full-service cocktail bar that will also offer wine and craft beers delivered right to your seat. There's also the new Ironwood Grill, a family-friendly res- taurant promising plenty of comfort food — think pizza, burgers and even ribs. Also taking advantage of the Palladium building's overhaul is Zack Sklar, who opened the doors last week on his fifth restaurant, Au Cochon. This local French restaurant comes on the heels of his first foray into the Chicago restaurant scene with Bernie's Lunch & Supper, which opened in August. The menu is Sklar's take on upscale French cafe fare, though the 29-year- old restaurateur says the food will be "funky, not snooty:' thanks to an American twist on the major entrees. The new space is about 1,500 square 1 feet, with seating for . , 100 inside and room for 12 on the patio. You'll be able to watch chefs work in Zack Sklar Au Cochon's open- air kitchen, itself an impressive 2,500 square feet that will be shared with a sixth Sklar restaurant, Arthur Avenue, set to open later this year. That menu will feature Italian classics, inspired by its namesake street in the Bronx. Don't-Miss Event You'll have a chance next week to explore the talents of some of Metro Detroit's best chefs during a special five-night event at the Great Lakes Culinary Center on Nine Mile in Southfield to benefit the Heidelberg Project, Oct 5-9. Savor Detroit will feature four-course custom menus prepared by a team of two chefs alongside some carefully cul- tivated wine pairings. For tickets and more information, visit savordetroit.com . Mazel To, To Brittany Wasserman of West Bloomfield and David Sand of Toronto on their marriage. To the Jewish Studies program at Michigan State University, which will expand its Holocaust studies and Jewish history offerings thanks to a major endowment funded by William and Audrey Farber and Michael and Elaine Serling. To Michelle Sherman, the new CFO of Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan. And to every foodie who survived the fast — wishing you and your family health, happiness and success in the year to come. ❑ AMERICAN CUISINE Hours: Monday-Saturday 4pm-10pm Sunday 4pm-9pm The Lark Announces Closing The Lark in West Bloomfield, 6430 Farmington Road, north of West Maple Road, is closing after 35 years in business. Adrian Lark, the restau- rant's general manager and daughter of owners Jim and Mary Lark, said the hope is to have the restaurant closed by Dec. 23. Jim Lark said in a statement: "So why are we closing? Because I'm not immortal and ifs time to relax. We'll miss one and all. Thank you to our patrons and staff for 35 wonderful years." Lark said in a news release that he is fielding offers from potential buyers for the establishment and its world- class wine cellar. The Lark is open for dinner 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Reservations are required for the final months. (248) 661-4466 or bookings@ thelark.com. New Place In Downtown Rochester The new Park 600 Bar + Kitchen opened inside downtown Rochester's Royal Park Hotel. The name is taken from its location at 600 E. University Drive. The Park 600 menu has a focus on small plates for sharing. The menu will be seasonal, changing about every three months. Each week brings a new featured pizza, such as one with Oregon wild mushroom, honeycomb, Traverse City mustard, aru- gula, truffle. Lunch begins at 11:30 a.m. Dinner service begins at 4:30 p.m. Call (248) 453-8732. Republica Ranked Among Best For Foodies According to OpenTable, Republic restaurant in Detroit is ranked among the "100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America" based on more than 5 million reviews. Grove restaurant in Grand Rapids was the only other restaurant in Michigan that made the cut. OpenTable is an online real- time restaurant reservation service. Don't Miss 'Taste Of Southfield' A Taste of Southfield, Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 200 Southfield Town Center Atrium will feature sam- plings from more than 20 local restaurants as well as live entertainment and raf- fle drawings. Participating restaurants include Skyline Club, Pi Banquet Hall, Beans & Cornbread, Join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday 4PM-7PM WINE BAR 10% Discount Total Food Bill ■ .11 DC 31260 Wakefield, Novi, MI (South side of 14 Mile Rd between Welch and Novi Rd) 248.519.4444 www.bottlz-novi.com 42 Dine-in only, with coupon. Not valid with any special pricing or other offers. Expires 10/31/15.