"Albena, opened by Chef Garrett Lipar and Tiffany Lipar in 2018, offered a unique dining experience with a focus on minimalist, Michigan-centered ingredients. Despite its innovative approach, the restaurant faced challenges due to its location in the Siren Hotel in downtown Detroit, which limited visibility and customer traffic. The restaurant was known for its holistic dining approach, eliminating refined grains, sugars, and seed oils, which were not widely embraced by all guests. Ultimately, Albena closed permanently in March 2019, marking the end of this chapter for Lipar." - Will Reaume
