Detroit had a huge win this weekend with its excellent hosting of the Frozen Four, the division 1 college hockey tournament's finale. The weather was beautiful (upper sixties and sunny) and the crowds in good spirits. The city looked clean and healthy. The Tigers had their home opener on Friday in between the semi-finals on Thursday night and the finals on Saturday night as well as a game Saturday afternoon, adding to the festive atmosphere (the Tigers swept the Cleveland Indians this weekend). My perennial dining companion and I had tickets to the Frozen Four and were thrilled to be part of the event. Wearing our Michigan gear, we had numerous "Go Blue" exchanges with other fans. The whole event was like being part of the UN of College Hockey. While RIT, Miami (OH), Wisconsin and Boston College were the four participants, we saw jerseys from Maine, Minnesota, Air Force, Alaska, Denver, Northern Michigan, Lake State and numerous others. The actual games were all blow outs (yes, Michigan should have been there and hopefully will reach the Frozen Four next year to provide some better competition for the dynasty of Boston College) but I could not have asked for a better overall event.
Before the Saturday game we meant to go to Angelina's Bistro, but it was too busy for us to be seated. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise as we made our way to Cliff Bell's, a jazz bar and restaurant on Park Avenue. It was my first time there, but my perennial dining companion had been there before a concert before. I love this place. Ambitious but successful food coupled with a great bartender (and Oberon on tap - YUM!) and you can't go wrong. We will be back and you should visit (http://www.cliffbells.com/). I had the Wild Mushroom Potpie and my perennial dining companion had the steak and eggs. Tremendous food and a great atmosphere.
Grand Slam Weekend for Detroit! Go Tigers!
No comments:
Post a Comment