Food & Drink

Beans, beans, the magical staple, the more you eat, the less money you spend at the table.

The Cockeysville shop, part of the “endangered species” known as local bakeries, is up for sale and will close in December if there are no buyers.

In this week’s Ask Charm City Table, a column where I visit your favorite restaurants or share my own recommendations based on your dining questions, I enjoy a quaint and impressive dinner at The Helmand.

Local officials hope to get another Baltimore County brewery to produce Guinness’ Baltimore Blonde after the Maryland plant shuts down in June.

Harry Evans III, chairman of the area's Alcoholic Beverage Hearing Board, said residents “should not have to leave Howard County to spend our money.”

Whether you’re looking for news about a place that’s opening up in your neighborhood or if you’re wondering about larger trends in Charm City food, we’ve got you covered.

There are two types of Baltimoreans: Those who know all about onion pickles, a tart and briny snack often sold in plastic bags, and those who don’t.

The restaurant and taproom at Guinness Open Gate Brewery will still remain open, but plant operations will cease in June.

Whether you’re looking for a fancy brunch with all the fixings, a family-friendly outing complete with face painting and bunny-shaped pancakes, or a unique dining experience that offers a twist on traditional Easter fare, we’ve got you covered.

The Instagram-friendly set-up put on by Downtown Partnership is open on weekends through April 15.

Maryland has a long history with rye whiskey.

The secret ingredient for success is always crab dip.

Steve Chu of Ekiben and Chris Amendola of Foraged were semifinalists for best mid-Atlantic chef, while Cindy Wolf’s Charleston was up for outstanding hospitality.

Plus, Ovenbird Bakery’s Highlandtown location is closer to an opening date, while the Annabel Lee Tavern changes hands.

Attman's has writer Simone Phillips rethinking her usual deli order of a Reuben.

The iconic watering hole for MICA students, known as “Dirt Church,” will be taken over by artists.

Hard Head will be available starting Friday on draft as well as in four-packs of 16-ounce cans at the brewery.

The famous Avenue in Hampden might look like a different place this summer as restaurants open — and close — at breakneck speed.

There are so many do’s and don’ts this restaurant veteran has learned over the years, including tipping 20% and controlling your kids — a restaurant is not a playground.

I ventured to Guinness Open Gate Brewery, an outpost in Arbutus of the legendary Irish brewery, to learn how to serve the drink.