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Jet’s launches a new ranch dressing, plus more pizza news
Melody BaetensThe Detroit News
Aug. 5, 2026, 12:59 p.m. ET
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Jet’s Pizza launches Cajun Ranch: This Michigan-based pizza chain is known for its superb ranch dressing, and for a limited time, Jet’s is also offering a Cajun ranch variety. The creamy and spicy condiment is available now through Jan. 6. Order just a cup or a whole 12-ounce bottle. Jetspizza.com.
Shield’s Pizza has a new menu for “End of Oak Street” film: A collaboration between the new Warner Bros. Pictures movie “The End of Oak Street” and Shield’s Pizza features a limited-time menu inspired by the film. The first 100 pizzas purchased for dine-in will be half off, plus guests who order the pizzas will have a chance to win tickets to the movie and other prizes. The special menu, which has a meat lover’s, vegetarian and supreme variety, runs through Sunday. shieldspizza.com
Buddy’s launches new pizza: The newest product from Detroit-style pizza company Buddy’s is a limited-edition triple pepperoni hot honey pizza. It launches to the public on Monday, but Buddy’s rewards members can get it early, starting now. It will be available at all 19 Buddy’s locations in Michigan. Buddyspizza.com.
Better Made celebrates 96th Anniversary: This month, Detroit’s Better Made Snack Foods will celebrate 96 years in business. The potato chip company, which also sells popcorn, pork rinds, seasonings and more, will be doing giveaways of gift boxes on its social media pages to mark the milestone. Visit bettermade.com for more information.
Blues, Brews & Barbecue in Westland: House of Barbecue, Rib King, Old Dad’s BBQ, Stick a Pig on It, Famous Dave’s and Heaven on a Roll are just some of the barbecue vendors at this free festival. The entertainment lineup features blues bands, blues rock acts and R&B singers. Friday night there’s a drone show and Saturday night has fireworks. 4-11 p.m. Fri. and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat. Free. Thomas H. Brown Central Park, 36601 Ford, Westland. bluesbrewsbarbecue.com
Little Asian Bites Night Market at Robert C. Valade Park: This popular night market returns for a ninth installment at a new venue, Valade Park on Detroit’s Riverfront. Arrive hungry and browse AAPI-owned food vendors. 5-9 p.m. Fri. Free admission. Instagram.com/little.asian.bites.
Hospitality Included Fest in North End: Sample food from more than 50 of the city’s top restaurants, chefs, bars and food trucks at this annual community festival. Noon-9 p.m. Aug. 16. Free admission, but tickets can be purchased for the community. 8324 Woodward, Detroit. hospincluded.com/event-list
Chutney Festival at Royal Oak Farmers Market: An indoor and outdoor event, the Chutney Festival showcases cuisine from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and elsewhere. This year there’s also a bar, plus vendors, live music, DJs and other attractions. 5-10 p.m. Aug. 20. $7.13 and up. 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak. eventbrite.com/e/chutney-festival-tickets-1981786775594
BBQ and Bacon Festival at Canterbury Village: Pitmasters will fill the 21-acre grounds of this Oakland County destination with the aromas of sweet barbecue during this three-day festival. Along with the barbecue, there will be bacon-inspired dishes and sweet treats, live music, wrestling, cornhole, monster truck rides, a petting zoo, shopping and more. Aug. 21-23. $4 admission in advance, $6 at the gate (kids free). 2325 Joslyn, Lake Orion. canterburyvillage.com/event/bbq-bacon-fest
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
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