Popupalooza is born; Best Michigan Bars Outside of Detroit

Detroit — St. Cece's Pub in Corktown will host 10 chefs Aug. 19 for its Popupalooza fundraising event. The diverse menu includes Sarap's Filipino-style food, Heavy Nettles, Kung Food, Dr. Sushi, Alegria Pops (ice pops), M*A*S*H, Demitart Gourmet/Normal G's Caribbean food, Native Soul, Aunt Nee's High Five Taco and DIBS. [-Detroit News-]
Out State — Detroit undoubtedly has its bar scene on lock, but for those wanting to hit the open highway in search of other Michigan brew havens, here's a handy list. All corners of the Mitten State have a diverse selection of bars that are worth the road trip. [-Trillist-]

Bloomfield Hills — Chef James Rigato of the Root Restaurant & Bar is moving his kitchen for one night to the Charles L. Bowers School Farm Aug. 24 for its "Friends of Bowers Farm Return to Your Roots" fundraising dinner. The 96-acre "land laboratory" offers kiddies educational opportunities year-round. Rigato will serve up meals with ingredients that are directly sourced from the farm. [-ED-]