The Dish: Baltimore’s corner bar tradition thrives. New venues on the way
Two new bars are coming to Baltimore in 2026.
A pricey year to eat out: The foods Marylanders paid more for in 2025
From bananas to beef, here are some of the most pressing scarcities and inflated prices that burnt a hole in customers’ pockets this year.
The chef bringing West African fast-casual food to Baltimore
Jollof Bowl, which opened in Federal Hill’s Cross Street Market this summer, aims to make West African cuisine accessible through fast casual meals.
Maryland farms expect relief from new wage rule, but their workers may pay the price
A new Labor Department rule may provide some relief to farms and help stabilize food prices long-term, but labor advocates say it exploits workers.
Culinary Architecture to move to Little Italy amid rising costs and a changing Pigtown
Culinary Architecture, a specialty grocer and mainstay in Pigtown, is moving to Little Italy early next year.
Ostrowski, Baltimore’s last remaining sausage king, isn’t done yet
At 71, Victor Ostrowski Jr. is the last Ostrowski sausage-maker standing. Through industry changes and family feuds, he shows no signs of stopping.
Little Italy ‘anchor’ restaurant up for sale after 42 years
Dalesio’s of Little Italy is seeking $1.95 million for its liquor license and building, which is in turnkey restaurant condition.
Award-winning chef sets sights on new social club amid rising food costs, lawsuit
The Park + Social club is a passion project for The Local chef Zack Trabbold, who is embroiled in a lawsuit with minority owners of his restaurant business.
Atlas Restaurant Group to open members-only supper club in Fells Point
Atlas Restaurant Group announced the new Rosewater Supper Club, an exclusive social club that will open in Fells Point next year.
The food stamps were running out, but no one told Nelly
Although SNAP uncertainty became a political and media talking point, the turmoil remained a mystery to some recipients — Maryland's most vulnerable residents.
Maryland’s neediest residents ‘stretching food’ as SNAP benefits remain uncertain
Maryland families who depend on SNAP benefits are unsure what November will bring as they potentially face a month without food aid.
SNAP benefits will change Nov. 1. Here’s what — and who — that affects.
Here’s how changes to federal food assistance amid the government shutdown will affect Marylanders who rely on SNAP.
City pledges $4.6 million in aid to residents amid federal shutdown
Mayor Brandon Scott announced funding Tuesday for food aid, child care and rental assistance, days before SNAP benefits are expected to cease.
BMA to receive $10 million, the single largest gift in its 110-year history
Philanthropists Amy and Marc Meadows will donate more than $10 million to the Baltimore Museum of Art for arts education initiatives.
A historic diner changes hands as downtown Baltimore looks to make a comeback
The historic Werner’s Diner is changing hands yet again amid ongoing efforts to revitalize the blocks surrounding East Redwood Street in downtown Baltimore.
Long lines at Café Dear Leon? Try the owners’ new spot in Remington.
The owners of Café Dear Leon are striving to build a sense of home in Remington with their new eatery, La Maison.
A new Chinese restaurant in Southeast Baltimore invites you to dinner with the Wangs
Bao Di, the long-awaited Chinese restaurant at the edge of Canton and Highlandtown, will open Wednesday.
Maryland soybean farmers are caught in a U.S.-China trade war
Maryland’s soybean farmers grow one of the state’s top exports. Now tariffs have yet again entangled them in a trade war with China.
The food trucks making tacos that are worth eating on the hood of your car
In and around Baltimore you can find food truck tacos so delicious they’re worth eating on the spot.
Bartender Chris Canty’s ideas stretched ‘like an octopus’ beyond Baltimore
Bartender Chris Canty, who died Sept. 13 at 41, was a consummate businessman who knew how to have fun.
