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Hour Detroit : Adelina Turns One: A Sophisticated Celebration in the Heart of Detroit

  • Writer: adelinadetroit
    adelinadetroit
  • Jun 30, 2025
  • 3 min read

One year after opening its doors inside the One Campus Martius Building in the heart ofDowntown Detroit, Adelina celebrated its first anniversary with the same refined styleand elevated energy that has defined its rise. The June 6th celebration was more than justa milestone – it was a reflection of everything that makes Adelina a destination forItalian-Mediterranean dining and swanky, unforgettable nights.

Executive Chef Marco Dalla Fontana curated a series of elegant one-bite amuse bouche

creations, served throughout the evening to complement the flow of conversation and

cocktails. Each guest began with an Arancini made from piccolini risotto and finished

with a pesto tomato velouté. For the second bite, guests received a chef’s choice: a pan seared mini crab cake atop corn purée, a beef tenderloin skewer with fresh pepper,

tomato, herb concassé and tzatziki, or a watercress and ricotta ravioli topped with brown

butter sage sauce and parmesan. The final bite was a dark chocolate–dusted milk

chocolate truffle – a decadent, smooth, and satisfying end to the culinary experience.

The bar programming was a spectacle in itself. Adelina’s Espresso Martini, a house

favorite, was served through an ice luge for a dramatic presentation, while the signature

Smoked Old Fashioned was prepared tableside, cloaking nearby tables in aromatic clouds


of cedar smoke. The evening also marked the debut of Adelina’s new Martini Tray

presentation – a tableside experience where servers pour a chilled carafe into the guest’s

glass and finish with a fresh vermouth spritz. Elegant, theatrical, and entirely Adelina.

Hosted for a mix of VIP invitees and loyal guests, the evening offered a chance tocelebrate the community that has supported Adelina’s vision since day one. The indoordining room and patio both served as stages for the experience, with guests mingling overdrinks, music, and elegant bites under warm June skies. Each guest left with a gift bagthat included Adelina’s custom house seasoning blend, an edible reminder of theevening’s sophistication and spice.

In just one year, Adelina has established itself not only as a culinary leader in Detroit butas a vibrant place to celebrate, connect, and indulge. From indulgent dishes and elevatedcocktails to impeccable service and atmospheric flair, every night at Adelina feels like anoccasion.


That reputation has earned accolades. In the same week, Adelina was honored with BestAppetizers in HOUR Detroit’s 2025 “Best of Detroit” issue. The restaurant will befeatured in the VIP Crystal Ballroom at this year’s Best of Detroit Party – yet anotheropportunity to showcase the culinary creativity and hospitality that define the Adelinaexperience.


“The anniversary party was everything we hoped for: elevated, fun, and full of theenergy we’ve worked hard to cultivate over the past year,” says Randy Dickow, co-ownerof Adelina and Director of Culinary Operations at Cicero Hospitality Group. “It was athank you to our guests and a glimpse of what’s ahead.”

That future includes a series of Adelina-hosted events, from seasonal wine dinners toimmersive cocktail experiences, each designed to surprise and delight. As the restaurantenters its second year, one thing remains clear: at Adelina, it’s not just about the food, the drinks, or the service. It’s the collective experience, crafted with care, that creates anunforgettable memory.


AdelinaItalian-Mediterranean Dining in Downtown Detroit1040 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226Reservations & Menus: adelinadetroit.comSocial Media: @adelinadetroitContact: 313-246-8811 | info@adelinadetroit.comHours: Tuesday through Sunday – 4pm to close


 
 
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