Café Cortina Celebrates Half a Century with Special Events and Reunion
Rina and Adriano Tonon's Italian restaurant in Farmington Hills, Café Cortina, is marking an incredible milestone: its 50th anniversary. Launched in 1976 on a former apple orchard site, the eatery has continued to thrive, thanks to the vision of its founders.
To commemorate this half-century mark, Café Cortina is planning a series of special events that promise to delight foodies and history buffs alike. The "Founders Dinner Series" kicks off on March 16 with an evening called "La Notte Di Famiglia," featuring an original 1976 menu recreated by the restaurant's chefs, accompanied by wine pairings from Vittorio Veneto, a region in Italy that holds a special place in the Tonon family's heritage.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in family storytelling with Rina Tonon and other special guests, including the world premiere of the documentary "The Garden That Fed Detroit." This poignant film explores Café Cortina's role as a gathering place for the community over the years.
Beyond these foundation events, Café Cortina has more festivities planned. The "Founders Dinner Series" will continue on June 29 and November 2, with additional activities that include a collaborative dinner with guest chefs, a black-tie gala, and possibly other surprises.
Throughout the year, Café Cortina will also participate in the Summer Garden Festival in Traverse City from September 17 to 19, showcasing its commitment to celebrating local culture and traditions. More information about these events can be found at cafecortina.com.
By honoring its rich history and tradition of community building, Café Cortina is ensuring that this milestone anniversary marks just the beginning of a new chapter for this beloved institution in Metro Detroit.
Rina and Adriano Tonon's Italian restaurant in Farmington Hills, Café Cortina, is marking an incredible milestone: its 50th anniversary. Launched in 1976 on a former apple orchard site, the eatery has continued to thrive, thanks to the vision of its founders.
To commemorate this half-century mark, Café Cortina is planning a series of special events that promise to delight foodies and history buffs alike. The "Founders Dinner Series" kicks off on March 16 with an evening called "La Notte Di Famiglia," featuring an original 1976 menu recreated by the restaurant's chefs, accompanied by wine pairings from Vittorio Veneto, a region in Italy that holds a special place in the Tonon family's heritage.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in family storytelling with Rina Tonon and other special guests, including the world premiere of the documentary "The Garden That Fed Detroit." This poignant film explores Café Cortina's role as a gathering place for the community over the years.
Beyond these foundation events, Café Cortina has more festivities planned. The "Founders Dinner Series" will continue on June 29 and November 2, with additional activities that include a collaborative dinner with guest chefs, a black-tie gala, and possibly other surprises.
Throughout the year, Café Cortina will also participate in the Summer Garden Festival in Traverse City from September 17 to 19, showcasing its commitment to celebrating local culture and traditions. More information about these events can be found at cafecortina.com.
By honoring its rich history and tradition of community building, Café Cortina is ensuring that this milestone anniversary marks just the beginning of a new chapter for this beloved institution in Metro Detroit.
I'm not saying it's bad, but... I dunno, maybe they're just really committed to the whole "retro vibe" thing. 
Just kidding! But seriously, I think these events sound kinda cool, especially that documentary about Café Cortina's role in the community. It's nice to see places still care about their history and all that.
And what's with all the wine pairings? Is that really going to make a difference in anyone's life? Just saying...
Café Cortina's 50th anniversery r so amazin! Theyre havng all these epic events incl the Founders Dinner Series w/ wine pairings & fam storytelling 
cant w8 to try that recreatd 1976 menu 
. And theres this documentary abt how they became a community hub 
. Thier commitment to Detroit culture is really admirable, im defo gonna check out the Summer Garden Festival 
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Love how they're bringin' back that 70s vibe with retro menu & wine pairings! And a doc about the garden that fed the community? Mind blown 
It's mind-blowing to think about how much Café Cortina has evolved over the decades while still staying true to its roots. The way they're celebrating with special events and reunions is really cool, especially the "Founders Dinner Series" - it's like a trip down memory lane for foodies and history buffs alike! 
The documentary "The Garden That Fed Detroit" sounds super interesting too... it's amazing how one place can be such a hub for community. I'm definitely gonna check out their Summer Garden Festival in Traverse City, sounds like a lot of fun! 
... I mean, 50 years is a big deal and all, but do they really need to have so many events? It's gonna be hard to get tickets for the Founders Dinner Series, and I'm not sure how much of it will even make sense to people who weren't around back then