Charleston: One of Baltimore’s Best Fine Dining Restaurants
Charleston is Baltimore’s fine dining icon in Harbor East, where a choose-your-own tasting menu (mine was $132 for four courses) is worth every splurgy penny.
Crave Love Repeat: Where To Get Dessert in Little Italy, Baltimore
Crave Love Repeat brought its bubble waffles to Baltimore’s Little Italy, and the blueberry cheesecake waffle alone is worth the trip. Here’s what to order.
Jong Kak Baltimore Reopens With Charcoal Korean BBQ
Jong Kak, Baltimore’s OG charcoal Korean BBQ spot, is back after a year and a $200k rebuild. Here’s what to order, the marshmallow finish, and why it’s a must.
Thai Chef in Rockville: Bangkok Street Food You Need to Try
Thai Chef in Rockville might be the prettiest restaurant in MD, and the Bangkok street food backs it up. Here’s what to order, from catfish curry to cocktails.
Chutney Columbia: A Must-Try Indian Restaurant in Howard County
Chutney Indian Restaurant in Columbia MD serves spice-forward curries, blistered garlic naan and a rich Chicken Hyderabadi worth the trip to Howard County.
Julep Annapolis: A Go-To Spot for Southern Comfort Food
Julep in Annapolis serves some of the best Southern comfort food around, from pecan-smoked fried chicken to piping-hot biscuits with honey butter and pepper jelly.
Fox’s Den: A Must-Try Pizza Spot in Downtown Annapolis
Fox’s Den in Annapolis hides wood-fired pizza and killer shared plates in a cozy Main Street basement, and those smoked carrots might steal the show.
Neisha Thai Tysons: Scratch-Made Thai That’s Worth the Drive
Neisha Thai in Tysons (Vienna, VA) serves scratch-made Thai food. Here’s what to order, from the best papaya salad to a creamy Ultimate Tom Yum Seafood.
Maryland Zoo Penguin Encounter Review: Is It Worth It?
The Maryland Zoo Penguin Encounter lets you sit with and pet endangered African penguins for 30 minutes. Here’s what it costs, who it’s for and how to book.
Baltimore Museum of Art: Your Next Free Thing to Do in Baltimore
The Baltimore Museum of Art is free, world-class, and one of my favorite spots in the city, from the Cone Collection to the largest Matisse holdings anywhere.