The Country Club of Detroit is adding visual appeal to its culinary creations through eye-catching use of glassware from a historic local company. As detailed in C&RB’s February 2018 cover story (“A Shiny New Model at the CC of Detroit”), the Country Club of Detroit (CCD) in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. underwent an $11 million…
A Clear Choice
The Country Club of Detroit is adding visual appeal to its culinary creations through eye-catching use of glassware from a historic local company. As detailed in C&RB’s February 2018 cover story (“A Shiny New Model at the CC of Detroit”), the Country Club of Detroit (CCD) in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich. underwent an $11 million…
Western Golf & CC Starts Rebuilding Process After Fire
After its main clubhouse was destroyed by the June 1 blaze, the 92-year old, Redford Township, Mich. property has contracted with a local architectural firm that has worked with other area clubs, to design a new building that will retain Western G&CC’s traditions while adding new amenities. The club has kept its golf course and…
A Shiny New Model at the CC of Detroit
An innovative “Summer Village” concept and sleek new amenities within its classic, Tudor Revival-style clubhouse have revved up activities and member excitement at the venerable Motor City property. The recession at the end of the last decade posed unprecedented challenges to many well-established, traditional clubs that had prospered for years based primarily on their history,…
Beland Discusses Establishing Kitchen Culture in Podcast
In the latest episode of Club Cents, VGM Club’s podcast, Brian Beland, CMC, Executive Chef of Country Club of Detroit in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich., talks about New Year’s resolutions and establishing a culture in the club’s kitchen. Brian Beland, CMC, Executive Chef of Country Club of Detroit in Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich., is featured…
CMAA Announces 30 New CCMs
Established in 1965, the Certified Club Manager designation is achieved by a club management professional who has completed specified education requirements, attended at least one World Conference on Club Management, maintained activity within their local chapter, and passed the CCM Exam. The Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) has announced that 30 club management professionals…
Tasty Offerings
Innovative presentations in an inviting environment provided a one-of-a-kind experience at C&RB’s Ninth Annual Chef to Chef Conference.
From Farm to Fork
The Chef to Chef Conference is the ideal venue for your chef to gather a season’s worth of ideas in one place, at one time.
Changing Places
Sleek but comfortable locker rooms provide members with space to relax and unwind in an eye-catching setting.
CC of Detroit’s $9M Renovation Nearly Complete
The project that will add a fitness center and move bowling lanes to the bottom level of the clubhouse is designed to provide year-round amenities for the Michigan club’s 800-plus members. “We don’t close anymore,” said GM/COO Craig Cutler.
Why Club Chefs Get Certified
More credibility and a dedication to education are among the top reasons chefs seek certification.
Taking the Broad View
The Country Club of Detroit’s culinary team, led by Executive Chef Brian Beland, CEC, has boosted F&B revenues by $1 million over the past three years, in part through a successful “sandbox” approach to menu creativity.
Corn & Crab Tamale
Submitted by Brian Beland, CEC, Executive Chef, Country Club of Detroit, Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich.
Flat Iron Carpaccio Roll
Submitted by Brian Beland, CMC, Executive Chef, Country Club of Detroit, Grosse Pointe Farms, Mich.
Hosting Hives
Active honey bee colonies at these two clubs are yielding sweet rewards.