Manal Hussein of For the Love of Sugar (Podcast Interview)

The Vegetarian Detroit Podcast: Episode 5

Manal Hussein, Owner and Baker of For the Love of Sugar, the sweet and decadent bake shop in Brush Park, Detroit, talks to Jewell about her vegan desserts. For the Love of Sugar was awarded Best Dessert 2020 by Hour Detroit Magazine.

Manal Hussein, For the Love of Sugar

Manal gives a peak inside her creative process, how she incorporates her culture into each of the recipes, and how she comes up with each delicious menu item. Manal discusses the menu, the top selling items and some new flavors that we can all look forward to. 

Manal Hussein’s love of sugar and her passion for baking led her to open the bake shop. As soon as you walk through the doors, you are faced with gold and teal decor, beautifully framed cakes, and gorgeous display cases filled with even more baked goods. The smells and sights excite your senses and you are immediately taken back to your childhood in a whimsical dream. If you love sweets, you won’t want to miss this episode. Listen in to hear Manal’s food pet peeve!

For the Love of Sugar is located at 100 Erskine St in Brush Park, Detroit. Visit the website for the latest info and hours as they can change. At the time of this post, hours are 10am-8pm Monday-Saturday and 10am-6pm Sunday. For the Love of Sugar is currently offering carryout and curbside pick up. There is limited dining inside and outside and customers can call in their orders up to an hour before pick up day of or come into the shop and order. Custom orders are still available, but are booking out 1-2 weeks. Current hours are 10am-8pm Monday-Saturday and 10am-6pm Sunday. Gift cards can also be purchased via phone or in person.

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