Ann Delisi's Essential Cooking: Leña
2025-11-17 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Leña, 2720 Brush Street, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States
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Join us for the next installment of Ann Delisi’s Essential Cooking at Leña on Monday, November 17! Chefs Mike Conrad, Marcello Molteni and Lena Sareini will prepare a special 5-course meal with beverage pairings for guests to enjoy, showcasing their culinary journey inspired by Spain’s Catalan and Basque regions.
Located in Detroit’s Brush Park neighborhood, Leña’s menu seamlessly blends the vibrant traditions of Spanish cuisine with the freshest flavors of the Midwest. The restaurant partners with Michigan-based purveyors like Creekstone Farms, Marrow Detroit Provisions, Motor City Seafood and Fisheye Farms. Since opening in 2024, Leña has garnered acclaim for its commitment to sustainability and innovative take on Spanish cuisine. They’re now graciously opening their doors to WDET listeners for an intimate evening of food and music.
Join us for an evening of community, culture and delicious flavors, all while supporting public radio in Detroit.
Tickets are $200 and directly support WDET and Leña. Ticket price includes food and a beverage pairing. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.
This event is sold out!
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Due to the nature of this event, there will be no menu substitutions. If you have a severe food allergy that needs accommodating, please contact Leña directly.
There is one seating for this event: 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.
Seating will be limited and may be assigned if necessary.
Leña is wheelchair accessible.

Colors of Detroit 2025
2025-12-12 18:00 - 2025-12-13 01:00 | Berry Gordy Estate, Boston Edison, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
Join us on December 12 for the second Colors of Detroit, an unforgettable evening celebrating the city’s creativity, culture, and connection.
Proceeds benefit WDET 101.9 FM, Detroit’s public radio station and the Concert of Colors, Detroit’s global music festival.
A historic setting
The celebration takes place at the Berry Gordy Estate in Boston Edison, the former home of Motown founder Berry Gordy and now owned by renowned arts consultant Alan Brown.
This setting offers a rare chance to experience one of Detroit’s most iconic cultural landmarks up close.
Live music and performances
Enjoy an exclusive live broadcast of The Don Was Motor City Playlist with WDET’s Ann Delisi, featuring legendary producer and artist Don Was.
The evening also includes a performance by the Amen Ra African Drum and Dance Group, followed by Detroit’s finest DJs keeping the dance floor moving late into the night.
More entertainment not to miss!
Mike Latulippe
Ryan Patrick Hooper hosting Motown Karaoke
Detroit DJs
– Dave Buick
– KESSWA
– Scott Zacharias
Food, flavor, and community
Savor a strolling dinner crafted by some of Detroit’s most celebrated chefs while mingling with fellow supporters, artists, and community leaders.
Explore a silent auction filled with one-of-a-kind experiences and local treasures.
This year’s chefs
Gajiza Dumplings: Jasmine Haskins, LEÑA: Lena Sareini, Oak & Reel: Jared Gadbaw, Warda Patisserie: Warda Bouguettaya, The Kitchenista: Angela Davis

Supporting Detroit’s creative heartbeat
Every ticket helps sustain the music, storytelling, and cultural programming that make Detroit’s creative community thrive.
The Concert of Colors brings the world’s music to Detroit, uniting audiences through sound and culture. It’s one of the nation’s largest and longest-running free global music festivals.
WDET 101.9 FM, Detroit’s listener-supported public radio station, delivers trusted news, diverse music programming and conversations from around metro Detroit and the world.
Silent auction
This year’s silent auction is better than ever, featuring local artists, exclusive experiences and more. The auction is live now and anyone can participate. Get your bids in early on your favorite items. The auction closes Sunday at 4 p.m.

Ticket levels

SOLD OUT – VIP Mingle hosted by Don Was and Ann Delisi
6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Includes access to the entire evening of events (VIP Mingle, Don Was Motor City Playlist live broadcast and Afterglow Dance Party)
$500 per ticket – sold out

Colors of Detroit VIP
7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Includes access to the on-site live broadcast of the Don Was Motor City Playlist with Don Was and WDET’s Ann Delisi from 8–10 p.m., and access to the Afterglow Dance Party from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
$350 per ticket

SOLD OUT – Afterglow Dance Party
10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
A dance party with WDET DJs in the ballroom of the Berry Gordy Estate — where Motown legends would dance and party! Includes access to the pool house and main floor of the estate, silent auction, light open bar, and light bites.
$50 per ticket – sold out

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Thank you to our sponsors:
Multi-platinum sponsors:

Ethan and Gretchen Gonzales Davidson
Erica and Ralph Gerson
Tom Gores Family Foundation
Framework E

Platinum sponsors:

Jennifer Gilbert
Arn and Nancy Tellem
Tito’s Handmade Vodka

Gold sponsors:

Michelle and Ahmad Chebbani
Coup D’état
Leela and Peter Hamp
Don and Anaïs Hicks
Romeo Okwara
Third Man Records
Sarah Winkler and Simon Leopold

Silver sponsors:

ACCESS
Buffalo Prescott
Christine and David Colman
Anthony and JJ Curis
Joan and Bob Epstein
Penny and Ken Fischer
Elyse and David Foltyn
Corey and Michelle Harris
Marx Layne
Meijer Rivertown Market Detroit
NKSK Events & Production
Josh Opperer and Rachel Opperer
Adrienne Roberts and Rich Haddad
Thomas Sebold and Associates
Ellie Serras
Holly and Matt Rosetti
Mary Zatina and Kevin Prihod

WDET Travel: Cultural Treasures of Japan
2026-06-07 - 2026-06-21
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Join Detroit Public Radio in June 2026 and explore the cultural treasures of Japan!

Trip Highlights:
Walk through the electric city of Tokyo, become energized by the metropolis’ buzz. Explore the lakeside resort of Hakone and cruise the tranquil waters of Lake Ashi. Participate in a peaceful and meditative tea ceremony. Try your hand at the centuries-old art of gold leaf decorating. Tap into Japan’s train culture as you travel by the famous Shinkansen bullet train. Explore Tokyo’s famous Ginza District, the first Western-style shopping district in Japan where modern and old charms blend.

Experiences like these are what await you when you travel with WDET to the “Land of the Rising Sun!”

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WDET Travel: Discover Southern Italy and Sicily
2026-10-07 - 2026-10-20
Journey with WDET to Sicily and the southern coast of Italy.
Discover Palermo, shaped by Moorish and Norman influences. See Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and the Roman mosaics of Piazza Armerina. Visit the hilltop town of Taormina, then enjoy a wine tasting and agriturismo dinner at a local winery.
Explore the ancient cave dwellings of Sassi di Matera. Take in the charm of Sorrento and the beauty of Positano on the Amalfi Coast. Walk through the ruins of Pompeii and experience history up close.
This trip offers a mix of culture, history, and unforgettable landscapes.
Join us for a journey that brings Southern Italy and Sicily to life.
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