Charm City Cook
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I can’t remember when I first met Lori Yanke, or rather, heard about her via social media and the Baltimore restaurant world. Sometimes those two things don’t equal each other. I mean, isn’t it true that sometimes you follow someone’s work (and social media account…) you feel as if you know them? That happens in …
I first met Kris Fulton at LAMILL Coffee at the Four Seasons in Harbor East. God, I loved that place. I think it was 2012 or so and I was very excited to attend my first cupping class. Kris was running it on a live video screen, virtually from California, where he was based at …
Bonjour! That is how you are likely to be greeted by Maître d’Hôtel Patrick Del Valle as you cross the threshold of the very lovely Roland Park restaurant, Petit Louis Bistro. Patrick makes you feel so welcome and his warmth is absolutely genuine. And, yes, his accent is real – he’s from Lyon, France. (The …
When I grab a seat at the bar at Dylan’s Oyster Cellar, I’m so happy when I see Toni Lopes. She not only shucks oysters perfectly, she’s also warm and welcoming and we always have a good catch up. I’ve known her a good little while now and I’m pretty sure that I first met …
The first drink Dre Barnhill made for me was a Whiskey Smash – I think it was about nine years ago. I remember that night being a good one, out with really good friends sitting outside on a warm summer night. I also remember Dre as being friendly and knowledgeable and making all of the …
Over the last few years, I’ve fallen for Virginia. Here are a few reasons: It’s not very far from Baltimore. I can drive country roads on my way there. The people I’ve encountered have been friendly and down to earth. I don’t have to cross the Bay Bridge to get there. Did I mention country …
I put a post on Facebook a while back asking for travel ideas. I wanted a place I could drive to, three hours or less, no big scary bridges (sorry, Eastern Shore) and a relaxing environment. A friend of mine messaged me about the Savage River Lodge. She said they have yurts and cabins and …
Walking through Lafayette CemeteryOysters at PecheSazeracs at Tujague’sLive music at Preservation HallBeignets at Cafe Du MondeThe Piano Bar at Lafitte’sRamos Gin Fizzes at the Sazerac BarThe best bartender at The French 75 BarOyster Po’boys at ParkwayFrozen Irish Coffee at Erin RoseLate Night Martinis at Clancy’sWine and jazz at BacchanalBrunch at Compère LapinCrab beignets at La …
I like being at home. But I also really, really like staying in hotels. Two nights is ideal, but really one night with a soaking tub, room service and a huge bed — yes! I’m actually planning my next hotel stay in my head right now. What can I say, I like what I like. …
