4 of the Best Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt Places in Detroit

We've got so much love for the Detroit, MI area that it's hard to fit it all into one list. Check out our top reasons for loving this city so much, and feel free to add any of your own that we missed. 1. Music-Lover's Paradise Anyone who loves music will feel right at home in our city, which is known as the home of Motown. So many iconic artists got their start here, from Stevie Wonder to Aretha Franklin. More modern acts like Eminem or The White Stripes also come from Detroit roots, giving our city a tradition for music that continues into modern times. more 2. Loyal Sports Fanbases You haven't had the true Detroit experience until you see our city on a day that the Lions, Red Wings, or Tigers game. Whether you're a football, hockey, or baseball fan, you'll be able to have a hometown proud team to root for in our city. Basketball fans can also catch the Detroit Pistons playing in our town, a franchise with three NBA championships to their name. 3. Great Place to Travel From While there's plenty to do in our city, Detroit also makes a great base to plan your travels from. We're just a stone's throw from the Canadian border, letting you cross the Ambassador Bridge to Windsor to visit another country in just a day trip. 4. Diverse and Rich Culture You can experience another country with just a short journey outside of our city, but there's plenty of vibrant culture to be found within the city limits, too. Detroit culture is an eclectic mix of many different inspirations, from the strong African-American community that has been here for generations to the unique and welcoming atmosphere of the Mexicantown neighborhood. 5. Mouthwatering Food All of the different cultures that come together in our city result in a culinary scene that serves up dishes unlike anything you've ever tasted before. Amazing BBQ, hot dogs, and Mexican food are some of the cuisines that we're best known for. And if you ask us, Detroit-style pizza beats the more widely-known New York-style pizza any day of the week. 6. History of Industry They don't call Detroit the Motor City for nothing; this town has a long history of being the heart of America's automobile industry. Ford, GM, and Chrysler, known as the ‘Big Three' of American automotive manufacturing, all have close connections to our city. There's a good chance that the car you're driving has its roots here in the area. 7. The Local Attitude One thing that Detroit has that nowhere else does is an attitude that every local knows, but that is hard to explain to outsiders. We're no strangers to facing adversity of all kinds here in our city. That's what makes the people here so uniquely tough; we're ready to take on any challenge and come out on the other side better off for the trials we faced. The deep roots we have in our local community help us to provide an exceptional experience to all of our neighbors who stop in at our dealership. Visit Pat Milliken Ford today!

Ann Arbor, Michigan, is a college town that's packed with awesome pizza places. Whether you're looking for thin crust, deep-dish, vegetarian, or lots of toppings, you can find a pie you'll love. Here are some of the best pizza restaurants in the area. The Pizza House At The Pizza House, you can enjoy deep-dish Chicago-style pizza, great entrees, and mouthwatering appetizers. Thin crust pizza is also available, and you can choose a butter, garlic butter, or butter parmesan and whole wheat crust. The menu features square, deep-dish Sicilian pizzas with sesame seed crusts, as well. The Chicago stuffed pizza has two layers of dough. It's filled with cheese and the toppings you choose, and it has tomato sauce on top. You can even get a salad pizza with lettuce, Italian dressing instead of sauce, tomato, mozzarella, mayonnaise, and ham. If you don't feel like pizza, try the burgers, Buffalo wings, hot dogs, subs, or sandwiches. Visit any day from 10:30 a.m. to 4 a.m. more Anthony's Gourmet Pizza Anthony's bakes its pizzas, including its signature Chicago-style deep-dish pies, in stone ovens with homemade ingredients. You can also try meatballs, Cajun potato wedges, Buffalo chicken wings, or calzones. Other menu items include deep-dish personal pizzas, pizza slices, baked subs, and homemade desserts. Order a Take And Bake pizza to enjoy the same gourmet meal from the comfort of home. Anthony's has been serving Ann Arbor since 1988 and is open most days from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Buddy's Pizza Buddy's started in Detroit and specializes in Detroit-style square pizza. Try the Greektown with Wisconsin cheese, spinach, feta cheese, garlic, diced tomatoes, red onions, fresh dill, and Buddy's original garlic parmesan dressing. You can also choose the Cadillac with Wisconsin cheese, Italian sausage, pepperoni, ham, seasoned ground beef, and bacon. The Lasagna Mac & Cheese comes with meatballs, mushrooms, spinach, a variety of cheeses, and marinara and Alfredo sauce. Other options include Italian pasta, burgers, sandwiches, subs, and salads. Buddy's is open for pickup or delivery every day from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.   If you don't feel like cooking dinner or you need a quick meal, save time and treat yourself by visiting one of these delicious restaurants. No matter what type of pizza you love most, you can find it in Ann Arbor.

As the largest and most populous city in the state of Michigan and one of the major cultural and economic hubs of the midwestern United States, the city of Detroit, MI, features numerous local attractions that attract visitors from all over the country. Those wanting to get away from the urban bustle, on the other hand, can go on easy and memorable day trips to some great destinations that can be reached in less than a couple of hours. more 1. Ann Arbor Home to the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor is the fifth-largest urban area in the state and a charming day trip destination known for its beautiful downtown area, its growing arts scene, and its many restaurants and local cafés. This beautiful city is located along the banks of the Huron River, just over 40 miles west of downtown Detroit. Getting here takes about 45 minutes by car along route M-14. Once you get to the Ann Arbor downtown area, the best way to start exploring this charming city is by going for a walk along Liberty Street, which starts just north of the University of Michigan campus and is lined with some of the most popular cafés and restaurants of the area. Some tourist attractions you should check out while in town include the Museum of Art, the Museum of Natural History, and Ann Arbor Art Center. 2. Frankenmuth Home to one of the largest German communities in the state of Michigan, Frankenmuth is referred to by locals as “Little Bavaria”. This small city of fewer than 5,000 inhabitants is located a little over 90 miles northwest of downtown Detroit, making it possible to reach it in about an hour and 20 minutes by car along route I-75. Each year, Frankenmuth celebrates a lively Oktoberfest, showcasing the culture, food, and drinks of the Bavarian region. The best way to explore Frankenmuth is to simply walk along its charming streets, stopping by the many Franconian-style buildings that will make you feel as if you were visiting a small town in southern Germany. Some of the local attractions you should not miss while in town include the Frankenmuth Historical Museum, the Frankenmuth Aerial Park, and Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, considered the largest Christmas store in the entire world. 3. Grand Rapids Located along the banks of the Grand River, Grand Rapids is the second-most populous city in the state of Michigan, and a great urban destination that attracts visitors from all over the country each year. As one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest, Grand Rapids features an excellent gastronomic scene, vibrant nightlife, and several interesting museums and landmarks. Some spots you should check out include the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and the Meyer May House. Before you start planning your next trip to these amazing spots, visit us at Pat Milliken Ford. Our dealership has over 1,000 new and pre-owned vehicles available, as well as an expert team of sales agents who will be happy to help you find the best deal for your individual needs.   Image Courtesy of Pixabay