Joe Hakim Accepts New Position; Schramm's Mead Aims To Expand

DETROIT— Joe Hakim from The Hungry Dudes has just accepted a position at the food blog Chowtzer, as the Detroit food expert. He'll be looking for "Detroit's "Top 7" best dishes" and seeking reader input. [Facebook]

MIDTOWN—As a promotion for the whole month of Feburary, coffee and gelato shop Melt is offering deals on lattés to chase away the cold, any size just $2. They also announced they're hiring just a few days ago, and they're taking applications during business hours. [Facebook]

FERNDALE—Schramm's Mead is working on expanding their business through shipping throughout Michigan and interestingly, also Florida. They're looking for suggestions on where to go next: "Our sales team is out there right now hitting the streets of Metro Detroit to bring our mead to a glass near you. Tell us ... where would you like to see more Schramm's?" [Facebook]