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Olga’s goes retail, Hungry Howie’s unveils new crust & more food news
Melody BaetensThe Detroit News
Aug. 19, 2026, 2:32 p.m. ET
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Olga’s launches seasonings: Michigan brand Olga’s Kitchen has launched a line of seasonings for retail shelves. Find Olga’s Snacker Seasoning, Olga’s Shawarma Blend and Olga’s Mediterranean Blend on shelves at select Meijer locations.
Hungry Howie’s launches Tajín crust: Michigan’s Hungry Howie’s pizza brand has partnered with Tajín seasoning for their newest flavored pizza crust. Order a pizza with the blend of mild chili peppers, lime and sea salt on the crust now through the end of 2026. Visit hungryhowies.com for locations.
Street Beet adds coffee and soft serve: Vegan restaurant Street Beet in Corktown has added two concepts within its Michigan Avenue restaurant. Pour Decisions is a coffee and pastry counter, and Soft Spot is a vegan soft serve and frozen beverage walk-up window. Pour Decisions is open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. and Soft Spot is available noon-9:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 1800 Michigan, Detroit. streetbeet.online
Peach pie is back at Achatz Pies: Made with Michigan-grown peaches and a flaky crust, the peach pie is back at Achatz Pies and Pie Collective. Find it at all nine shops now for $21.99 per pie or $4.99 per slice. You may want to pick one up to celebrate National Peach Pie Day on Monday. Achatzpies.com.
New menu and deals at Savvy Sliders: Now through Oct. 10, Savvy Sliders is bringing back its mushroom Swiss beef slider and launching a new dessert, a chocolate caramel cookie dough shake. The local chain is also touting weekly specials like buy 10, get 10 free wings on Wednesdays, three cod sliders for $7.99 on Fridays and 10 sliders for $20 on Saturdays. Savvysliders.com for locations.
Upcoming dining events
French Month at Oak & Reel: For the month of August, Italian restaurant Oak & Reel is going French. Chef and owner Jared Gadbaw, who spent years cooking in French kitchens, has launched a full French menu featuring pan-roasted local trout, roast chicken, escargot, wild mushroom pastas, Champagne and more. The special menu runs through Aug. 30. 2921 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit. (313) 270-9600. Oakandreel.com.
Wine deal at Andiamo Warren: Throughout the month of August, guests who purchase two entrees can get a complimentary bottle of Andiamo house cabernet sauvignon or chardonnay sent to their table. It’s a $52 value, and good only for dine-in guests at the Warren location, through Aug. 31. 7096 E. 14 Mile, Warren. (586) 268-3200. Andiamoitalia.com.
A Night in Monaco at Wabeek Club: The Joe & Nora Barbat Family Foundation and Wabeek Club are hosting a benefit for Children’s Foundation of Michigan later this month. The soiree will have chef-driven food stations from their Prime Concepts Detroit restaurant group, which includes Sexy Steak, Aurora Italiana, Prime29 Steakhouse and Nara Hibachi & Sushi Steakhouse. 6 p.m. Aug. 29. $150, plus tax and gratuity. 4000 Clubgate, Bloomfield Hills. primeconceptsdetroit.com/a-night-in-monaco
Wine Night on the Lake at Aurora Italiana: This lakefront Italian restaurant has teamed up with Frank Family Vineyards for a four-course dinner paired with wines from their Napa Valley winery. Tickets include a champagne reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, a four-course dinner and three wine pairings guided by Frank Family Vineyards’ luxury manager Julie Larson. 6:30 p.m. Aug. 26. $85 plus tax and gratuity. 2323 Union Lake Road, Commerce Township. (248) 360-6650 to reserve.
Benefit on the Bay at MacRay Harbor: The 33rd annual fundraiser for the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, this soiree is a night of food and drink, plus live entertainment and auctions with a sunset view. 5:30 p.m. Aug. 28. $95. 30675 N. River Road, Harrison Township. Benefitonthebay.org for tickets and VIP night information.
Detroit Sandwich Party 2026 at Eastern Market: Eat sandwiches from area restaurants that regularly serve sandwiches, and some that are making special dishes just for this party. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 6. Shed 5, 2810 Russell, Detroit. detroitsandwichparty.square.site
Two James Spirits dinner at Blue Llama: Enjoy a five-course dinner paired with Two James cocktails, followed by a set from Detroit-based drummer Tariq Gardner with Coleman Ward on vocals. 6 p.m. Sept. 10. $125 per person. 314 S. Main, Ann Arbor. bluellamaclub.com.
Taste of Generosity at Royal Oak Farmers Market: Sample more than 60 Michigan food and beverage brands at this family-friendly tasting event that benefits the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Orange attire is suggested. 5:30-9 p.m. Sept. 11. $50 general admission, $100 for VIP. 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak. my.onecause.com/event/organizations/ec5745c8-1e0c-4934-9261-9083f4cd92b7/events/vevt:3218e35c-163e-4235-8b35-4dfa2ed1cfd0/home/story
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