Detroit, October 7, 2025
News Summary
The second film in the series, Detroit: The City of Chefs II, is set to premiere at Emagine Novi. Directed by Keith Famie, the documentary showcases metro Detroit’s culinary scene. Tickets include a chef’s reception, featuring local culinary talents. The film highlights the legacy of James Beard and features interviews with prominent chefs and restaurateurs, illustrating the importance of local culinary arts schools. A third installment focusing on veganism is also in development.
Detroit
The second installment of the film series, “Detroit: The City of Chefs II,” is set to premiere on September 10 at 7 p.m. at Emagine Novi. Directed by local filmmaker and former chef Keith Famie, the documentary follows the first installment that premiered in December 2024.
Tickets for the premiere are priced at $30 and include a chef’s reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The reception features food from culinary arts programs at Schoolcraft College and Oakland Community College, along with renowned chef Jimmy Schmidt.
“Detroit: The City of Chefs II” highlights prominent chefs and restaurateurs from metro Detroit while discussing the legacy of culinary icon James Beard. The film emphasizes the significance of the James Beard Awards for chefs and the competitive role of Michigan chefs in culinary competitions. It also points out the state’s high number of Certified Master Chefs.
The documentary features various chefs, including Schmidt and culinary arts instructors, as well as interviews from metro Detroit cooks such as James Rigato (Mabel Gray), Mike Ransom (Ima), and Anthony Lombardo (SheWolf). The film showcases the importance of metro Detroit’s culinary arts schools, particularly Schoolcraft College, which has many master chef instructors.
In addition to the new installment, a third film, titled “Detroit: The City of Chefs III,” focusing on veganism, vegetarianism, and Michigan’s agricultural bounty, is in development and set for release in 2026.
The screening on September 10 will include a pre-show reception and a printed program. The film runs approximately 100 minutes and is scheduled to air locally on television in December. This film aims to showcase the depth and luxury of Detroit’s culinary scene while emphasizing the grit that is required to succeed as a chef in the city.
Moreover, the narrative reveals the transformation of classic Detroit flavors like Coney Dogs and deep-dish pizza into new iterations and interpretations offered by local chefs and restaurants.
Summary of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Premiere Date | September 10, 2023 |
| Venue | Emagine Novi |
| Ticket Price | $30 |
| Film Duration | 100 minutes |
| Local Television Air Date | December 2023 |
| Third Installment Release | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the premiere of “Detroit: The City of Chefs II”?
The premiere is set for September 10 at 7 p.m.
What is the ticket price for the premiere?
Tickets are priced at $30.
What does the ticket include?
The ticket includes a chef’s reception from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Who directed “Detroit: The City of Chefs II”?
The documentary is directed by local filmmaker and former chef Keith Famie.
When will the film air locally on television?
The film will air locally on television in December.
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Additional Resources
- Detroit Free Press: Detroit: The City of Chefs II premiere tickets
- Detroit News: The City of Chefs II documentary
- DBusiness: Detroit: The City of Chefs III
- Food & Wine: Detroit dishes reimagined
- Hour Detroit: Detroit: The City of Chefs dinner
- Wikipedia: Detroit
- Google Search: Detroit City of Chefs
- Google Scholar: Detroit City of Chefs
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Detroit
- Google News: Detroit City of Chefs
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