Food & Drink

    7 things to do in Annapolis: Here’s how a cradle of democracy celebrates the Fourth
    Independence Day in Annapolis is a highlight of the year, where the city's rich history and modern celebrations meet.
    The Annapolis Independence Day parade and fireworks display will take place on Tuesday.
    The Dish: Baltimore is a hot dog town. Here are 6 spots that prove it.
    It’s the time of year when hot dogs start to sound like a good idea. Try them at these six spots with deep ties to Baltimore.
    A hotdog wrapped in bologna, a Baltimore classic from Attman’s Delicatessen.
    The saucy, smoky, slow-cooked stars of Maryland barbecue
    In the mood for brisket, pulled pork or great sides? These Maryland barbecue joints are set to satisfy, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
    Wagyu beef rib and sides from 2Fifty BBQ in Riverdale Park.
    After a fire at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue, O.A.R. concert will go on
    After a fire at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue in South Baltimore, a homecoming concert for O.A.R. will go on as planned on Saturday night.
    The Baltimore City Fire Department extinguishes a fire on Friday night at 1300 Russell St., where Jimmy’s Famous Seafood’s TailGOAT venue is located.
    The Dish: Charleston’s James Beard Award was both long overdue and right on time
    It's probably going to be harder to get a table at Charleston after its James Beard Award win. But that's a good thing.
    Chef Cindy Wolf, right, and wine director Lindsay Willey at the bar at Charleston in Harbor East.
    10 wine recommendations from Charleston’s James Beard Award-winning sommelier
    Charleston's Lindsay Willey, fresh off a James Beard win, has wine recommendations for every budget.
    Charleston’s James Beard Award-winning wine director Lindsay Willey at Charleston, a New American restaurant on the water at the Inner Harbor on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
    Saval Foods acquires Pastore’s in local food service shakeup
    The two distributors combined have about 220 years of experience in the Baltimore area.
    From left, Brian Saval, Mike Pastore Sr. and Paul Saval in front of Pastore's.
    Paris Baguette continues its U.S. takeover with new Baltimore County bakery
    Get used to hearing this name, Baltimore County foodies: Paris Baguette. The chain’s newest location is now open in Towson.
    Popular South Korean bakery chain Paris Baguette has finally landed in Baltimore County, with a store and cafe at 4 E Towsontown Blvd. The store, the first of several planned for the Baltimore County area, offers an assortment of self-serve pastries as well as cakes and grab and go sandwiches. Photographed on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.
    An unassuming taqueria is drawing a cult following in Southwest Baltimore
    When 19-year-old Timya Green discovered Taqueria Los Perez in Southwest Baltimore, it sent her on a spiral into the world of tacos. And, honestly, same.
    Chorizo and carnitas tacos at Taqueria Los Perez Dos, a family-run in a strip mall near West Patapsco and Annapolis Road in Cherry Hill.
    Will a new arepa bar be the boost Alma Cocina Latina is hungry for?
    Candela, a new arepa bar coming to Station North, may be the business boost that Alma Cocina Latina’s owners say they need.
    Irena Stein, owner of popular Venezuelan restaurant Alma Cocina Latina in Station North.
    The Dish: This Prime Rib waiter has served legends — and became one himself
    Aaron Day, who has worked at The Prime Rib in Baltimore for more than 50 years, has served Rosa Parks and Muhammad Ali. Now people visit to see him.
    Waiter Aaron Day stands at the entrance of The Prime Rib in Baltimore.
    Docks owner fled Baltimore like the Colts and owes $8.1M, landlord says
    Docks owner Gregory Pranzo allegedly took equipment and decor from his Baltimore restaurant to another eatery in Tennessee.
    The now-closed Docks restaurant at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
    Charleston wins a James Beard Award at long last
    Owner Cindy Wolf and her Harbor East restaurant, Charleston, is a James Beard Award winner.
    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 16: (L-R) Cindy Wolf and Lindsay Willey winners of the Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages award speak on stage during the 2025 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards on June 16, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
    These 6 gas station restaurants have food that’s worth the trip
    You don't have to sacrifice a great meal just because you're on the road. Here are six gas station restaurants worth making a stop for, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
    Carne asada, fried plantains and chips and guacamole from Taqueria el Cabrito in Annapolis.
    The USDA promised to pay farms hiring immigrant labor. So where’s the money?
    A USDA program encouraged farmers to bring on immigrant workers legally. Now, it’s in limbo and farmers are stuck with workers they can’t afford.
    Collard greens are cut and bundled at One Acre Farm for CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) members.
    Big plans for a tiny shop: Café Dear Leon to expand to Remington
    Café Dear Leon, the popular Canton bakery known for its long lines and crab dip bagel, will open a second location this fall.
    The popular Cafe Dear Leon is adding another restaurant two doors down.
    Oh, Sheetz! There’s a new place to fuel up near BWI airport
    Score a free gas station coffee on Thursday when Sheetz opens its first Anne Arundel County location just about a five-minute drive from BWI.
    Altoona-based gas station and convenience store Sheetz opens its first Anne Arundel County location Thursday. Photo courtesy of Sheetz.
    The Dish: Through love and loss, a new Costas Inn opens its doors
    After Costas Triantafilos’ sudden death, his family powered through their heartbreak to see his dream come to life. Now, a new branch of Costas Inn is open at the Maryland State Fairgrounds.
    Siblings Pete Triantafilos and Christine Lambros-Shifflett stand below a portrait of their late father, Costas Triantafilos, that hangs in the new Costas Inn at the Maryland State Fairgrounds.
    McDonald’s is bringing back a fan favorite next month that was discontinued years ago
    If McDonald’s ever doubted it needed to bring back the Snack Wrap, consider this: Nine years after the fast-food powerhouse discontinued the item in the U.S., customers have continued to order it at drive-thrus.
    FILE - The McDonald's restaurant logo and golden arch is lit up, April 20, 2006, in Chicago. On Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, a federal judge in New York dismissed a lawsuit that accused McDonald’s and Wendy’s of misleading consumers with ads that show bigger, juicier burgers than their restaurants actually serve. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
    Where to get free doughnuts around Baltimore on National Doughnut Day, June 6
    The first Friday in June marks a day for all those with sweet tooth: National Doughnut Day.
    Local bakeries and national chains are offering deals for those with a sweet tooth on National Doughnut Day.
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