cocktails

In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Star-Spangled Banner, the Smithsonian Channel and the National Museum of American History created “Raise A Glass to History.” The Smithsonian chose 14 mixologists …
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I do love this city, but sometimes, I don’t mind leaving for the night.

Especially for chef Erik Bruner-Yang’s kick-ass ramen at Toki Underground. I am – like many in Charm City – new …
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I had the pleasure of meeting up with some friends for happy hour a few weeks ago at Charleston. I’d only been there once and it was a million …
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I use the phrase “one of my favorites” a lot. I don’t like to single anyone out…for fear of hurt feelings (maybe it’s the youngest of six and only …
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Yes, I’m writing about another Harbor East restaurant. The Hampden girl. But hey, I like to go downtown with the fancy people sometimes. I’m still amazed that Harbor …
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Photo credit: Monumental City

The Chesapeake. You went there a million years ago. Or maybe it was your dad (like mine.) Or maybe your grandparents used to talk about …
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It’s no secret to my friends…I am a big fan of the Four Seasons Baltimore. It’s a little odd - even to me - that I’d fall in love with …
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You know how you get into ruts with restaurants? You stick close to home, stay with safe bets on dishes or go to the same places over and over. I …
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Every spring, the Homewood Museum at Johns Hopkins University hosts An Evening of Traditional Beverages on the lawn of the museum’s grounds. Each year there is drink theme — …
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If you know me - or follow me on Instagram - you know I like a cocktail. A drink at the end of a long day is nice treat …
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