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MENU PORN — Birmingham's Mad Hatter recently introduced sushi to its menu, tea cocktails served in real tea pots, and boozy milkshakes. [EaterWire]
BOOZE NEWS — Should state lawmakers ease taxes on craft liquor producers? The Detroit News editorial board thinks so. "State lawmakers should reform the Michigan Liquor Control Commission and its tax regime, replacing it with a simple and substantially lower rate. Michigan lawmakers in Congress should also press to lower the federal tax to stimulate the nascent industry in Michigan, and to offer an economic boost statewide." [Detroit News]
BRUNCHWIRE — In search of the next new brunch? Royal Oak newcomer La Dulce recently added Sunday brunch service. [Facebook]
SPORTS — On October 14 Campus Martius Park will undergoing a temporary makeover for U-M and Michigan football fans. Dubbed the Big Game Detroit Rally, visitors can expect games, a pep rally, music, and a happy hour from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beach Bar & Grille. The event also features an Atwater biergarten and a chili-mac & cheese cook-off from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. [EaterWire]