44 January 5 2017 continued from page 43 Th e Offi ce Coff ee Shop Royal Oak Svenska Cafe Birmingham This quaint shop is the epitome of the Swedish term fika, which translates to a true coffee break. At Svenska, you re in for a delicious taste of Swedish cof- fee culture and excellent service. Owner Christina Bakalis is welcom- ing and kind to every customer who enters her quaint shop and will gladly walk anyone through the customary Swedish pastries, sandwiches and sal- ads on display. Bakalis finds customers can t seem to get enough of her homemade Swedish meatballs or her Kyckling Curry Mango chicken salad. Among the baked goods, the Kanelbulle, or Swedish cinnamon rolls, typically sell out in a flash. Customers can order piping hot coffee, loose-leaf teas, delicious espresso beverages and one of the best wintertime treats hot chocolate. Just a few months old, Svenska is already gathering a regular crowd of customers who can t seem to get enough of fika time. * Svensksa Cafe 930 E. Maple Road, Birmingham Hours: Monday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday - will be open starting Jan. 8 (248) 480-0653 Looking for an escape from the bustle of downtown Royal Oak? The Office Coffee Shop s spacious interior has plenty of comfortable couches where customers are free to work or socialize. For time-crunched folks who require a quiet area to get down to business, The Office offers guests the option of start- ing a membership and gaining access to office space and tables. Members also receive additional perks, such as faster internet and private mailboxes. While The Office is great for busi- nesses, it is also geared toward just about anyone with a hankering for a delicious hot beverage and some fine eats. It proudly brews coffee hailing from Water Street Coffee Roasters in Kalamazoo and offers a creative selection of espresso drinks. The Office is also a great spot to fuel up with piping hot bagels and baked goods from New York Bagel in Ferndale, along with one of its nutritious smoothie bowls. You re destined to feel good about your visit to The Office, especially know- ing that 5 percent of your purchase goes to a local charity. * nosh EXQUISITE FOOD & EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE EpicKosher.com Catering@EpicKosher.com Supervised by the Council of Orthodox Rabbis of Greater Detroit CHOLOV YISROEL KOSHER CUISINE GLATT KOSHER CUISINE 2046060 10%off CUSTOMER APPRECIATION ENTIRE BILL Excludes alcohol, Lamb Chops, tax and gratuity. Dine-in or carry out. Must have coupon. Cannot be combined with another offer. Expires 1/31/17. CHOOSE TWO SOUP, SALAD OR SANDWICH DAILY LUNCH SPECIAL Starting at $699 4189 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake Twp., MI 248.865.0000 www.mezzagrille.com VOTED #1 in the Jewish News PARTY ROOM AVAILABLE up to 90 people Try Our New Boneyard Beef Ribs! Orchard Lake Rd. South of 14 MileFarmington Hills 248-851-7000 10% OFF TOTAL BILL Food & Spirits Brass Pointe The 10% OFF TOTAL BILL Excludes tax, tip and beverages. With this ad. Banquet Services not included. Dine in or Carry out. Expires 2/2/17 2140960 Its food program is also competitive, extending beyond your typical coffee- shop pastries. Its warm scrambled egg sandwich is a favorite. Frequenters also indulge in the daily salad specials. Favorites include a blend of tender couscous, lentils and Brussels sprouts topped with sprinklings of pine nuts, currants and lemon. Whether you re looking for a quick cup or a long stop, Astro Coffee gets the job done. * Astro Coff ee 124 Michigan Ave., Detroit Hours: Tuesday-Friday 7:30 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (313) 808-0351 The Offi ce 402 S. Lafayette Ave., Royal Oak Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. (248) 268-9100