Food & Drink

    Food insecurity is at a 5-year high across the capital region, according to new report
    The Capital Area Food Bank’s annual hunger report, released Tuesday, shows that Prince George’s County residents face the most difficulties accessing food, while those in Montgomery County have seen a notable drop.
    The main warehouse of Capital Area Food Bank in Washington, D.C., is the hub for the organization's food donations across the capital region. Their annual hunger report, released Sept. 15, shows that food insecurity is at a five-year high, especially in Prince George's County.
    Dozens volunteer their time to restore New Deal Cafe as a third space
    New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt has been open since 1995 and is trying to weather recent financial woes with the help of dozens of volunteers.
    Volunteers at New Deal Cafe in Greenbelt have helped load in and install kitchen fixtures, including Teddy Kish,  far left, who also works at the local Honda dealership.
    At Jem’s Bottle Shop and Cafe, ring the bell for an egg sandwich
    For now, Jem's Bottle Shop is just a takeout window at Fayette Street and North Collington Avenue. Baltimore is loving it.
    Egg sandwich from Jem's Bottle Shop & Cafe, which opened up as a takeout window near Patterson Park in August.
    These Hollywood stars have been spending time in Baltimore. Here’s where they hang out.
    Ahead of the last weekend of “Bocking,” the stars of the Baltimore Center Stage sex comedy reveal how they fell in love with Charm City.
    Sis Thee Doll, with actor Kalen Allen in the background, performs a scene in “Bocking,” which closes at Baltimore Center Stage on Sunday.
    Don’t Know Tavern will get another round at Cross Street Market
    The Don’t Know Tavern is coming back to its old neighborhood, this time as a bar at Federal Hill’s Cross Street Market.
    The exterior of the Cross Street Market in Baltimore, Md. on Monday, December 9, 2024.
    Fried chicken is dominating Columbia’s fast food scene
    Columbia is home to nearly two dozen fried chicken shops, from local gems like Kokee Kitchen to growing chains like Crimson Coward.
    From top clockwise, JOEY-EAT-Fries, mild tenders, and chicken and waffles from Crimson Coward in Columbia.
    New eats at Commanders games include DC staples, a sushi push pop and more
    The Washington Commanders will debut several food options at Northwest Stadium this season, including a sushi push pop and hot dogs and half-smokes galore.
    Ben's Chili Bowl, which has been selling standout half smokes, chili and chili cheese fries in D.C. since 1958, will return to as a concession option for Commanders fans this season.
    Baltimore pizza shop turns to social media after its card reader was stolen. It worked.
    Angeli’s Pizzeria in Federal Hill posted a video to social media explaining that a card reader had been stolen and asking the Baltimore community for help finding it.
    Angeli’s Pizzeria in Federal Hill posted a video to social media explaining that a device had been stolen and asking the Baltimore community for help finding their card reader.
    Maryland is suing Ovenbird Bakery for more than $650,000
    Ovenbird Bakery is being sued by Maryland for more than $650,000, the remaining principal, interest and fees on a loan that the bakery’s owners took out with the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development in 2023.
    Ovenbird Bakery is being sued by Maryland for more than $650,000, the remaining principal, interest and fees on a loan that the bakery’s owners took out with the state’s Department of Housing and Community Development in 2023.
    Maryland is probably never getting a Buc‑ee’s
    Maryland’s liberal-leaning ways may have gotten it placed on the do not expand list at Buc‑ee’s, the convenience store chain, with a cult-like following.
    Maryland’s liberal-leaning ways may have gotten it placed on the do not expand list at Buc‑ee’s, the convenience store chain, with a cult-like following.
    The Dish: Baltimore City schools have started composting. Can they keep it going?
    Twelve public city schools are testing out a new pilot program to introduce composting in cafeterias. But it's only funded for one year.
    Educational associate Scott Hartman helps Hamilton Elementary School students sort their food waste for composting after lunch.
    Taste of home: AfriThrive connects immigrants to culturally significant foods
    The nonprofit AfriThrive distribute foods commonly eaten in African, Latin American and Asian households that are hard to find or too expensive for immigrant families.
    AUGUST 28, 2026 - Okra grows very well in Maryland, Charles Choti said.
    7 restaurants and patios with dog-friendly dining in Baltimore
    These Baltimore eateries don’t just allow dogs, but welcome them, according to food social media influencer Chris Franzoni.
    The Charm City Chicken with bacon from Urban Deli in Federal Hill.
    Hutzell: Annapolis restaurants keep changing — and keep on breaking local hearts
    COLUMN | Places like 49 West in Annapolis are shared living spaces where ordinary people spend significant hours away from home and work. When they change, even if the new owners say they’ll keep it the same, it breaks your heart.
    49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery has been a fixture on West Street in Annapolis for 31 years. It now has a new owner.
    The Dish: How The Royal Blue became all things to all people
    The Royal Blue in Station North is a casual lunch destination, a packed party bar and more — and it works.
    The Royal Blue in Station North is a casual lunch destination, a packed party bar and more — and it works.
    Outback Steakhouse is leaving Canton after more than 20 years
    No more Bloomin’ Onions for Baltimore: Outback Steakhouse will leave Canton’s Can Company complex after more than 20 years.
    The Outback Steakhouse at 2400 Boston St. will exit Canton’s Can Company complex.
    A downtown landmark will soon be up for lease — again
    The historic Alex. Brown & Sons building will soon be up for lease after its restaurant tenant, Fruition at 135th, closed Monday.
    The Alex. Brown & Sons Co. building at 135 East Baltimore Street. A new eatery with plans to bring premium dining experiences is set to open in the historic building.
    Junction Bistro is the latest in a string of Chevy Chase restaurant closures
    Chevy Chase’s Junction Bistro, Bar & Bakery shut its doors for good over the weekend — the second closure for the chain in a month, leaving only its original Alexandria, Virginia, location.
    Chevy Chase's Junction Bistro, Bar and Bakery shut its doors for the last time on Friday.
    Hutzell: Just how Maryland are you? Here are 50 of our state’s essentials.
    COLUMN | Maryland is filled with people, places and foods unique to this quirky little state. It takes years to add them to your essential checklist, but the process is what makes life here special.
    A Maryland Flag waves in the wind.
    We tried the Maryland State Fair’s new foods. Here’s what’s worth eating again.
    The Maryland State Fair’s new foods include savory and sweet options, from pork belly to churro nachos, but which are worth trying and which should you skip?
    Sweet Land of Liberty: Fried doughnuts topped with strawberries, blueberries, whipped cream and American-themed decorations make this one of the prettiest new treats at the Maryland State Fair.
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