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The Men's Issue An inspirational man has the incredible power and privilege of shaping and mentoring the young people in their lives to grow and mature in a multitude of ways. Whether they are a father, a coach, an uncle or a boss, being a role model and leading by example can make a lasting impact on those watching. We can all probably think of a man in our life that has had a significant impact on us at one time or another. Whether it is someone pushing us to be a better version of ourselves, someone who sees the best in us, someone we look up to for guidance, or perhaps someone we don’t personally know, but that inspires us by their greatness, we can recognize the impact these role models can make our lives. This month we are honoring men and their contributions to our community. We chose to highlight the men who put themselves second, work hard and inspire others to do the same. To all of the men out there that are making a difference in someone’s life, big or small, we applaud you. The lasting impact you are making and the ripple effect that often ensues is worth it.

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Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

Business Monthly

Athlete Life

Culinary Creations

Local Limelight

Giving Back

Travel Journal

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The Detroit Tiger talks family, friends — and baseball.

22 Dinner For Dad

Gather the fam for a Father’s Day celebration.

32 Giving Back

Surviving cancer gave this local realtor a new perspective on life.

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THE DETROIT TIGER TALKS FAMILY, FRIENDS — AND BASEBALL.

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Detroit Tigers outfielder Robbie Grossman says the most interesting thing about him is that he’s “a pretty simple person” — he loves baseball, he loves his family and he loves his girlfriend. Whether or not that’s truly the most fascinating thing about him, Tigers fans are certainly captivated by his solid on-field performance. Last year, his first with the Tigers, Grossman became the seventh player in Detroit history to record 20 or more home runs, doubles and stolen bases in a season. Even more impressive, Grossman started the 2022 season off without committing an error in 377 consecutive games, the longest active errorless streak by an outfielder. One month into the season, that streak remained unbroken. The Tigers signed the 32-year-old player to a two-year, $10 million contract in January 2021. He came to Detroit by way of the Oakland Athletics, spending two seasons there after playing for the Minnesota Twins and the Houston Astros. After signing with the Tigers, Grossman and his long-time girlfriend rented a house in Birmingham, where they live during baseball season. In the off-season, Grossman calls Cypress, Texas, home. When Grossman has a rare moment away from baseball, he prefers to stick close to home, so it’s not unusual to see him hanging out in Birmingham.

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“I enjoy the whole Downtown Birmingham area,” he says. “I can go and grab breakfast at Commonwealth [Café] and walk around. I’ll get breakfast in the morning and kind of make my way through the downtown and just relax. It’s a great city and a nice quiet community that I really enjoy living in.” Grossman also said the food, atmosphere and staff make Tallulah Wine Bar his favorite local hangout. Although the slugger declined to say how often he’s there. “I can’t give too much away,” he adds playfully. “I like to kind of have a private life outside of baseball.” Grossman’s tale of baseball leaving an impression on him during his formative years isn’t unlike any other young boy who remembers going to a Major League Baseball game as a kid. Growing up in Houston, his parents took him to the Astrodome, where he watched some of his heroes play and he told his parents he wanted to play professional baseball. For most, desire and dedication are not always enough to become a professional athlete, but Grossman spent much of his childhood mastering the sport and obviously got the results he wanted. One of those heroes he watched was Astro’s Hall of Famer Craig Biggio. Today, Grossman admires celebrated teammate, Miguel Cabrera, for his competitive spirit and sheer enjoyment of the game.

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Grossman, who got to witness Cabrera's recent record-breaking 500th home run and 3,000th career hit, said he looks forward to one day reflecting on his Major League Baseball career with his future kids. In particular, he envisions a conversation where he tells them about "how he got to play with Miguel Cabrera, one of the best players who ever played." The switch-hitting batter said he’s always striving to be the best player he can be and hopes to be an inspiration to other young ballplayers, as his heroes were to him. “I know that every time I step on the field, some little kid is probably watching me, and they’re taking away a good or bad impression of what I’m doing,” Grossman says. “I always have that in the back of my mind, and I know that everything I do is being watched.”

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STEAK WITH C HIMIC HUR R I S A U C E INGREDIENTS • 1 cup (packed) fresh Italian parsley • 1/2 cup olive oil • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar • 1/4 cup (packed) fresh cilantro (optional) • 2 garlic cloves, peeled • 3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin • 1/2 teaspoon salt • Steak • 1 1/2-2 pounds flank steak, or steak of choice (we used grass-fed beef) DIRECTIONS 1. Make sauce: Puree all ingredients in processor. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.) 2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Sear steak for 6-8 minutes on each side until heavily browned on the outside and slightly pink in the middle. 3. Thinly slice steak across the grain and top with Chimichurri sauce.

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GRILLED CORN SAL AD INGREDIENTS • 2 ears corn, grilled and cut from the cob • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced into rings • 1/4 cup fresh feta or goat cheese, crumbled • 3 sprigs basil, leaves removed and torn • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar • Black pepper to taste • Jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)

DIRECTIONS 1. Place corn kernels into a bowl with the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. 2. Taste, and re-season with salt, pepper, and vinegar to taste.

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HUMMUS WITH TOPPINGS INGREDIENTS • 1 small zucchini or a few radishes, thinly sliced • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered • 1 handful watercress or microgreens • Additional topping ideas: fresh basil, crumbled feta cheese, 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or capers

DIRECTIONS 1. Spoon the hummus into a serving bowl. Using your spoon, make a few swirls on the top. 2. In medium bowl, toss toppings together. Add a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss well to combine. 3. Drizzle hummus with olive oil and top with the dressed toppings. Serve with pita chips and/or veggies for dipping.

VODK A LEMONADE INGREDIENTS • 48 ounces homemade or storebought lemonade • 12 ounces vodka • Ice, for serving • 1 lemon, sliced thinly • Fresh mint for garnish DIRECTIONS 1. Make the lemonade or pour storebought in a pitcher. 2. Add vodka and lemon slices (can be made the day before). 3. To serve: pour cocktail over ice and garnish with fresh mint.

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T O M AT O - P E A C H B U R R ATA S A L A D INGREDIENTS • A few big pinches of Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 2 teaspoons fresh oregano • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 2 large heirloom tomatoes or large plum tomatoes, or cherry tomatoes. (about 2 1/2 pounds total) • Two peaches • 8 ounces mozzarella pearls or small balls • 4 ounces burrata cheese • 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves plus additional whole leaves for garnish

DIRECTIONS 1. Combine salt through olive oil. 2. Place the burrata cheese round on a platter. Arrange the tomatoes, peaches and mozzarella balls around cheese. 3. Drizzle with dressing from bowl. Sprinkle with more salt and pepper. Garnish with additional basil leaves and serve.

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Dr. David Seel’s team at ENT Specialists has patients covered from the neck up. His practice, with locations in Brighton, Novi — and a newly opened office in Bingham Farms — offers adults and children services such as allergy and immunology and ear, nose and throat treatments with six physicians dual certified in facial plastic surgery. An in-house hearing center provides advanced diagnostic testing and the latest in hearing technology, such as digital hearing aids. The Birmingham native has two sets of twins, ages 15 and 18, with his wife, also a physician. The family often heads out West or Up North for snowboarding and wakeboarding; Seel also enjoys hiking, biking and mountain climbing. In addition to his practice, Seel also is an assistant clinical professor for the Department of Osteopathic Surgical Specialties at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. “The best part of our practice is our wide array of treatments and specialties,” Seel says. “We diagnose and treat patients in-house, and, as a result, they don't have to travel outside for testing.” The practice also features a balance center that provides dizziness and vestibular testing. According to Seel, not all dizziness is created equal. Vertigo, for example, is characterized by a spinning sensation and can be diagnosed and treated by various maneuvers in the office. Other dizziness issues may be related to balance. The vestibular system, a combination of inner ear organs, eyesight and muscles, helps maintain the orientation of an individual’s body in space and keeps posture and a sense of balance. The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges for ENT doctors, with patients losing their sense of taste and smell. Interestingly, notes Seel, essential oils have successfully re-trained many patients’ sense of smell. With summer upon us, Seel’s team is geared up to offer relief to sufferers of tree allergens, grasses and pollen. “A big cause of what we see with ENT issues is allergies,” he says.

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Surviving cancer gave this local realtor a new perspective on life — his own and the community around him. Pero on his last day of treatment, Feb. 17, 2020

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Birmingham resident Chris Pero is not just a husband, father and top realtor in the community. He’s also a cancer survivor whose outlook on life is filled with positive thinking and gratitude. Here, learn more about this local leader who’s transformed a scary diagnosis into an opportunity for growth.

KE: WHEN WERE YOU DIAGNOSED WITH LYMPHOMA? CP: I was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in October 2019 and quickly started my first of four chemo treatments on Halloween that year. The timing was rather perfect because I finished my treatments and radiation by February of 2020, right before the pandemic shutdown started. This actually turned out to be a blessing in disguise for me because it gave me the chance to heal at home and get better during the pandemic.

KE: TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT BECOMING THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY’S MAN OF THE YEAR? CP: Man and Woman of the Year is philanthropic competition to support blood cancer research among a group of motivated and dedicated individuals in communities across the United States.

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KE: HOW DO YOU THINK THIS EXPERIENCE HAS AFFECTED YOUR OUTLOOK AND PERSPECTIVE ON LIFE? CP: I’ve definitely become much more conscious about living a cleaner life and maintaining a healthier lifestyle. I eat better, I’ve cut out alcohol completely and I exercise daily. The worst part about getting cancer was having to tell my three children, who are now 19, 17 and 13. The reality is scary and being a father is so important to me. This whole experience has really given me a different perspective on all my relationships and brought me so much closer to my wife and kids. I have come to a place in my life where I am grateful about going through it and I’ve learned that sometimes when a bad thing happens it can turn into a blessing. Essentially, it's all about our perspective and the way we think. Every trauma is a new step towards growth.

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Beyond Austin’s true soul foods of barbecue and Tex-Mex is an entire mix of palate pleasers, from upscale Mediterranean and Asian to James Beard award-winning eateries. Geraldine’s inside Hotel Van Zandt is one of Austin’s iconic Rainey Street destinations. But first you should start your day with a cup of joe from Jo’s Coffee. Known for its iconic “i love you so much” mural-clad exterior on South Congress Avenue, patrons come for the hot coffee, good food, cold beer and people-watching. As for Austin’s retail and local maker scene, 2ND Street District boasts a mix of boutiques and shops. For the gentlemen, embrace the full district experience, shopping League of Rebels, a bespoke experience with tailor made lifestyle wear, or Bonobos, the pioneers of custom fit chinos. Then enjoy a fresh shave from Austin’s premier Finley’s Barber Shop. With hundreds of live music venues, you have plenty of options available to soak up the sounds. ACL Live at The Moody Theater is home to the beloved Austin City Limits television show and hosts about 100 concerts year round.

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P UB L I C PA R KI NG LOT 6 AT 6 6 0 NO RT H O L D WO O DWA RD AV E NUE | 1 2:0 0 A M The Birmingham Farmers Market, open every Sunday from 9 am - 2 pm, is an outdoor market featuring Michigan-grown produce, meat and dairy, floral arrangements, plants, artisan goods and more. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere with live music, food trucks, kids’ activities and special events. Nearby parks, eateries and shopping make it the perfect place to spend a Sunday!

S H A I N PA R K, DOWNTOW N B I R MI NG H A M | 1 2:0 0 A M You're invited to join this year's Village Fair! Grab your family and enjoy four fun-filled days of entertainment, rides, midway games and carnival food. The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber expects a record attendance of more than 20,000 guests throughout the weekend! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit bbcc.com. JUNE 10 TH

Birmingham Outdoor Movie Nights: Sing 2

B O OT H PA R K, DOWNTOW N B I R MI NG H A M | 1 2:0 0 A M It's show time! Head to Booth Park for an outdoor movie night, featuring Sing 2! As always, the event is FREE. Pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30 p.m. and the movie will follow. Visit ALLINBirmingham. com/events for details. *In the event of inclement weather, Movie Nights will be held the following evening (Saturday). CONTINUED >

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Art Opening With Ralph Annunziata

ROBERT KIDD GALLERY | 6:00 PM The Robert Kidd Gallery is hosting an art opening with Ralph Annunziata on Saturday, June 18 from 6 to 9 pm. For more information, visit robertkiddgallery.com . JUNE 23 R D

Great Flower Soirée

36 0 E . MA P L E R D. S UI TE Q, T R OY, MI 4 8 0 34 | 6 :30 P M Do you love flowers and want to create beautiful arrangements? Attend the Great Flower Soirée at Jeffrey Floral Architecture, owned by Jeffrey Jucewicz, for an evening of fun on June 23 at 6:30 pm! Mingle with fellow flower-loving peeps, sample wonderful food and watch a floral demonstration that'll broaden your flower-arranging knowledge! Then, you’ll design and build your own centerpiece (valued at $70). Get your tickets at jeffreyfloral.com . JUNE 24 TH-26TH

The 3rd Annual Michigan Taco Fest At Canterbury Village

CA NT E R B URY V I L L AG E , C L A R K STO N | 1 2:0 0 A M The Michigan Taco Fest invites you to Canterbury Village for 3 days of tacos, 7 stages of entertainment and activities, more than 40 tequilas, endless delicious food and fun! Enjoy strolling Mariachi bands, signature Mexican dishes and desserts, contests, Lucha Libre wrestling, mechanical bull challenge, lawn games, Pinata Play area, Sombrero decorating and more! Visit michigantacofest.com for more information.

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