VITAL UPDATES — Downtown's latest addition Dilla's Delights debuted today at 5 a.m. and got absolutely swamped. The shop sold-out by 8 a.m. according to partner Mike Vanover. [EaterWire]
BRUNCHWIRE — Griff's in Allen Park launched Sunday brunch over the weekend. Service runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and features scones, frittatas, eggs Benedict, and mimosas. Reservations are recommended. [Facebook]
THE CRITICS — Joe Hakim of The Hungry Dudes is now reviewing Metro Detroit's finest restaurants for WXYZ as "Joe Foodie." [WXYZ]
BOOZE NEWS — Forthcoming Brush Park area eatery Grey Ghost is taking over he Keep on May 10 for a sneak preview. [Facebook]
MENU PORN — Gold Cash Gold is revamping its happy hour and launching some specials. On Wednesday nights after 5 p.m. diners can order chef Josh Stockton's special mac & cheese (pinwheel pasta and New York aged cheddar) for $6. Every day (except Mondays) enjoy happy hour specials from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. including $2 Miller High Life, $3 wine pours, $4 cocktails and bites like Coney dogs, Frito Pie, and Irish nachos. [EaterWire]
BOOZE NEWS — Hazel Park neighborhood cidery/meadery/brewery Cellarmen's is launching a line of canned brews. The 32-ounce canned "Crowlers" may be purchased beginning this Saturday during the taproom's Kentucky Derby celebration. Cellarmen's has also concocted a special bourbon barrel "Derby Pie" beer for the event, made with Tahitian vanilla, European cocoa, roasted pecans, and lactose. [EaterWire]
MENU PORN — Ferndale's 24/7 diner Daily Dinette now serves breakfast platters from 7 a.m. to noon. The new menu includes country fried steak, cinnamon french toast, and more. [Facebook]