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Restaurateur Billy Dec discusses his award-winning film “Food Roots,” which explores how food preserves cultural identity as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month begins.

Detroit Tigers Opening Day is back in downtown Detroit on Friday, April 3 – and with it comes festivals, block parties and bar events near Comerica Park ahead of the home opener against the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:10 p.m. In metro Detroit, Opening Day is a springtime tradition, and for lots of people, it’s a holiday of sorts. It’s a big day, especially around downtown Detroit and near Comerica Park. Bars and restaurants all around downtown Detroit are ready to welcome the droves of fans heading downtown to celebrate the home opener's crack of the bat and the beginning of baseball season at Comerica Park. While the game doesn’t get underway until the afternoon, plenty of places are gearing up hours before. Here’s a small sampling of Opening Day events and festivities around downtown, plus happenings at various bars and restaurants, with special menus, entertainment and shuttles to Comerica Park. Unless noted, all events take place on Friday.

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Tampa’s Easter brunch scene delivers springtime charm at every turn, from rooftop dining and riverside views to champagne toasts and family-style spreads. This year’s lineup features elegant prix fixe menus, Mediterranean-inspired buffets, and creative takes on Southern favorites, all crafted by some of the city’s most beloved restaurants and hidden gems.

Reporting notes: National Filipino Food Month at Sunda New Asian in April Sunda New Asian will feature Filipino dishes throughout April in recognition of National Filipino Food Month at its River North and Fulton Market locations. The restaurant is led by founder Billy Dec and Executive Chef Mike Morales.

With the religious observances of Easter (April 5) and Passover (April 1-9) taking place soon, Chicago-area spots are preparing for what they’re hoping are the masses of families that will celebrate. Below are some of what restaurants are offering:

Sunda New Asian is inviting guests behind the sushi bar for a hands-on Sushi Rolling Class led by the restaurant’s award-winning chefs. During this interactive experience, participants will learn the fundamentals of sushi-making while crafting their own rolls from scratch, featuring ingredients such as fresh salmon, crispy shrimp tempura, and spicy tuna, all wrapped in perfectly seasoned sushi rice and nori.