Café Muse http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com Fri, 18 May 2012 02:08:16 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Café Muse Named Best Brunch in Metro-Detroit in Two Polls http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-joins-royal-oak-restaurant-week/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-joins-royal-oak-restaurant-week/#comments Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:03:33 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=578 Café Muse has recently been named “best brunch” in Metro-Detroit in two separate polls.  Both Ambassador Magazine and WDIV Best of Metro-Detroit has named Café Muse best brunch in 2012.  This is the third year in a row that we have been named “best brunch” in the WDIV competition.  The winners are chosen by local WDIV-NBC viewers.  This was our first year being featured in Ambassador Magazine.  We are open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch.  Breakfast is served from 7:30am-3pm and lunch is served from 11am-3pm.  We also feature a special brunch menu weekly.

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-joins-royal-oak-restaurant-week/feed/ 0 Café Muse Teams with Local Farmers http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/save-the-date-next-wine-dinner-may-9th/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/save-the-date-next-wine-dinner-may-9th/#comments Sat, 21 Apr 2012 11:43:48 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=576 At Café Muse we’ve always focused on fresh and locally produced products. That is why we’ve teamed with a group of local farmers to supply many of our ingredients, including produce, honey and meat. We get the product directly from the farm to our kitchen on a daily basis. We’re always updating our list of local farmers – the following is a list of some of the local suppliers that we’re currently using:

Cinzori Farms, Ceresco, MI
Crooked Creek Dairy, Romeo, MI
Grassfields Cheese, Coopersville, MI
Mallory’s Busy Beehive, Silverwood, MI
Miller Amish Country Poultry, N. Orland, IN
Royal Oak Community Farm, Royal Oak, MI
Sun Ra Farms, Traverse City, MI
Suchman Farms, Tipton, MI
Traffic Jam & Snug Cheeses, Detroit, MI
Werp Farms, Buckley, MI

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/save-the-date-next-wine-dinner-may-9th/feed/ 0 Café Muse Expands Their Wine Program http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-expands-their-wine-program/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-expands-their-wine-program/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:31:47 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=574 Café Muse’s wine list continues to grow as we enter into our second year of our bistro license. We currently have over 200 different wines featured on our wine list. Last year we were honored to receive our first Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine for our wine program. The coveted award, hand selected each year by Wine Spectator judges, represents an exceptional selection of winemakers. To qualify for this honor recipients must offer a well-chosen wine selection of quality producers along with a thematic match to their menu in both price and style. Christian Stachel, our director of wine and spirits, is on hand every evening to help guests with selections, and revolve pairings around Chef Greg Reyner’s seasonal menu. Our complete wine list is posted on our website under the menus tab.

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-expands-their-wine-program/feed/ 0 Café Muse Teams with Local Farmers http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-teams-with-local-farmers-2/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-teams-with-local-farmers-2/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:26:53 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-teams-with-local-farmers-2/ At Café Muse we’ve always focused on fresh and locally produced products. That is why we’ve teamed with a group of local farmers to supply many of our ingredients, including produce, honey and meat. We get the product directly from the farm to our kitchen on a daily basis. We’re always updating our list of local farmers – the following is a list of some of the local suppliers that we’re currently using:

Cinzori Farms, Ceresco, MI
Crooked Creek Dairy, Romeo, MI
Grassfields Cheese, Coopersville, MI
Mallory’s Busy Beehive, Silverwood, MI
Miller Amish Country Poultry, N. Orland, IN
Royal Oak Community Farm, Royal Oak, MI
Sun Ra Farms, Traverse City, MI
Suchman Farms, Tipton, MI
Traffic Jam & Snug Cheeses, Detroit, MI
Werp Farms, Buckley, MI

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The event kicks off with a reception at 6:30pm, and the dinner begins at 7pm sharp. Tickets are being pre-sold for $60 per person.  Seating is limited, please confirm your RSVP to Cafe Muse at 248-544-4749.

the menu
first
Wild Alaskan Salmon Ceviche, Meyer Lemon,
Green Peach, Sorrel, Black Pepper, Smoked Oyster
Château des Karantes Rosé des Karantes 2011
second
Rabbit Paté, Smoked Whitefish Brandade,
Pickled Fennel, Thyme Crisps
Château des Karantes Blanc 2010

third
Pork Cheeks, Sundried Tomato Broth,
Black Olives, Barley, Foraged Mushrooms
Château des Karantes Rouge 2009

fourth
Beef Short Ribs, Foraged Mushrooms, Haricot Verts,
Puff Pastry, Cashew Foie Gras Butter
Château des Karantes Syrah, “Diamant” 2006
fifth
Duo of Cheese with Lavender & Truffled Honey,
Sea Salt & Dark Chocolate
Château des Karantes Vin de Liqueur, “Muté sur Grains” nv
Chef: Greg Reyner
Wine Director: Christian Stachel
RSVP 248-544-4749
418 S. Washington St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/569/feed/ 0 A Wine List for the Wine Enthusiast http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/a-wine-list-for-the-wine-enthusiast/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/a-wine-list-for-the-wine-enthusiast/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:55:33 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=567 Café Muse’s wine list continues to grow as we enter into our second year of our bistro license. We currently have over 200 different wines featured on our wine list. Last year we were honored to receive our first Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine for our wine program. The coveted award, hand selected each year by Wine Spectator judges, represents an exceptional selection of winemakers. To qualify for this honor recipients must offer a well-chosen wine selection of quality producers along with a thematic match to their menu in both price and style. Christian Stachel, our director of wine and spirits, is on hand every evening to help guests with selections, and revolve pairings around Chef Greg Reyner’s seasonal menu. Our complete wine list is posted on our website under the menus tab.

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Cinzori Farms, Ceresco, MI
Crooked Creek Dairy, Romeo, MI
Grassfields Cheese, Coopersville, MI
Mallory’s Busy Beehive, Silverwood, MI
Miller Amish Country Poultry, N. Orland, IN
Royal Oak Community Farm, Royal Oak, MI
Sun Ra Farms, Traverse City, MI
Suchman Farms, Tipton, MI
Traffic Jam & Snug Cheeses, Detroit, MI
Werp Farms, Buckley, MI

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/cafe-muse-teams-with-local-farmers/feed/ 0 Join Us for Dinner Valentine’s Day http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/join-us-for-dinner-valentines-day/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/join-us-for-dinner-valentines-day/#comments Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:48:21 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=563 We are currently taking dinner reservations for Valentine’s Day. We’ll be featuring a new updated menu and specials throughout the night. Open for dinner from 5pm to 10pm, Tuesday – Saturday. Reservations suggested @ 248-544-4749.

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/join-us-for-dinner-valentines-day/feed/ 0 Award Winning Wine List at Café Muse http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/award-winning-wine-list/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/award-winning-wine-list/#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:00:13 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=554 Our wine list continues to grow as we enter into our second year of our bistro license. We currently have over 200 different wines featured on our wine list. Last year we were honored to receive our first Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine for our wine program. The coveted award, hand selected each year by Wine Spectator judges, represents an exceptional selection of winemakers. To qualify for this honor recipients must offer a well-chosen wine selection of quality producers along with a thematic match to their menu in both price and style. Christian Stachel, our director of wine and spirits, is on hand every evening to help guests with selections, and revolve pairings around Chef Greg Reyner’s seasonal menu. Our complete wine list is posted on our website under the menus tab.

]]> http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/award-winning-wine-list/feed/ 0 The Fresh Approach at Café Muse http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/the-fresh-approach-at-cafe-muse/ http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/the-fresh-approach-at-cafe-muse/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 17:39:57 +0000 David http://www.cafemuseroyaloak.com/?p=551 At Café Muse we’ve always focused on fresh and locally produced products. That is why we’ve teamed with a group of local farmers to supply many of our ingredients, including produce, honey and meat.  We get the product directly from the farm to our kitchen on a daily basis.  We’re always updating our list of local farmers – the following is a list of some of the local suppliers that we’re currently using:

Cinzori Farms, Ceresco, MI
Crooked Creek Dairy, Romeo, MI
Grassfields Cheese, Coopersville, MI
Mallory’s Busy Beehive, Silverwood, MI
Miller Amish Country Poultry, N. Orland, IN
Royal Oak Community Farm, Royal Oak, MI
Sun Ra Farms, Traverse City, MI
Suchman Farms, Tipton, MI
Traffic Jam & Snug Cheeses, Detroit, MI
Werp Farms, Buckley, MI

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