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Detroit, Michigan (Episode #21)

World-renowned as "The Motor City", Taste of Life discovers that Detroit is not only rich in automotive history, but has a deep-rooted culinary background as well. We'll watch as Executive Chef of The Rattlesnake Club, Jimmy Schmidt prepares a dramatic dish of "Parchment Baked Pickerel with Cranberry Cous Cous". Later we'll visit with a famous truffle manufacturer, Minerva Street Chocolates, whose legend has been featured by none other than David Letterman.

Rattlesnake Club

The waterfront is an area that's bustling with activity. One main culinary attraction you'll find along Detroit's riverfront is the one and only Rattlesnake Club, where they cook up a variety of serpents and serve them a la carte! The Rattlesnake Club's Dining Rooms, bordered by 10 foot high windows, afford ample views of Detroit's skyline and historical waterfront. Taste of Life host, Catherine N. Blythe chats with Executive Chef Jimmy Schmidt to learn more about this spectacular and dynamic Detroit restaurant. Keep reading to obtain a copy of the featured specialty dish, Parchment Baked Pickerel with Cranberry Cous Cous.

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