28 January 3 • 2019
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hey say good things come in threes, 
and Downtown Birmingham’
s latest 
restaurant fixture is a prime example. 
Formerly known as the Stand 
Bistro, this new spot has an 
identity of its own.
Owners Emmele Herrold 
and Beth Hussey named their 
latest development Hazel, 
Ravines and Downtown after 
geolocating the restaurant at 
the exact intersection of these 
neighborhoods.
Hussey and Herrold are no strangers to the 
Metro Detroit restaurant scene or each other. 
They first met at One-Eyed Betty’
s in Ferndale 
— this was Hussey’
s concept, and Herrold 
acted as executive chef and kitchen manager. 
They continued working together, also 
collaborating on Pop’
s for Italian in Ferndale.
In early 2018, Hussey reached out to 
Herrold, eager to begin a new project. Both 
have an affinity for Woodward Avenue, and 
they jumped on the location back in March.
Since its official opening on Oct. 29, Hazel, 
Ravines and Downtown, or HRD, offers a 
neighborhood vibe while serving fresh, farm-
to-table cuisine.
Visitors are in for a whirlwind dining 
experience, ranging from shareable snack 
boards to seafood, with global influences from 
South America, Europe and the Middle East. 
Like the restaurant’
s name, the menu is 
categorized into three sections — Hazel 
features familiar, comfort food; Ravines 
highlights international flavors; and 
Downtown offers the latest food trends.

eats | drinks | sweets
nosh

Allison Jacobs
Contributing Writer

A Birmingham Restaurant Trifecta: 
— Hazel, Ravines and Downtown

HRD 
34977 Woodward Ave.
(248) 671-1714
Now taking reservations at 
www.hrd.kitchen
Private dining and catering 
are also available

Emmele Herrold and Beth Hussey

