When the team behind one of your favorite restaurants opens a new spot, you definitely pay attention. That was exactly the case when Chef Chad Gauss, the executive chef behind The Food Market—one of my favorite Baltimore restaurants—opened La Food Marketa in Pikesville. Even though it’s outside the […]
This summer I fully embraced farmers market season, which meant bringing home more peaches than I could possibly count. I probably ate bushels of them over the course of the season. When I wasn’t enjoying them on their own, I was grilling them, slicing them, and dicing them […]
When I visit my parents on Long Island, one of our favorite things to do together is go out for sushi. It’s something of a family tradition at this point—we order a variety of rolls and share everything around the table. Most of us tend to stick to […]
Charleston had been on my Baltimore restaurant bucket list since I moved here in 2008. I’m honestly not sure what took me so long to visit because the experience was incredible from start to finish. The food was outstanding, the service was impeccable, and the atmosphere felt welcoming […]
If someone tells me they know a place serving great egg dishes, there’s a very good chance I’ll be heading there soon. For months, photos of the egg skillets at Chuck’s Trading Post in Hampden kept popping up on my Instagram feed. The dishes looked incredible, and I […]
A few months ago I bought a NutriBullet blender, and ever since then I’ve been blending just about everything I can. One of my favorite things to make lately has been romesco sauce. This classic Spanish-inspired sauce is creamy, nutty, bright, and incredibly versatile. It adds a pop […]
I love a great sandwich—but a truly great sandwich requires the perfect balance of flavors and textures. In my opinion, the ideal sandwich includes crusty bread, something salty, something creamy, a little acidity, and just a bit of heat. One place in Baltimore that consistently delivers on that […]
In my opinion, the ultimate beach snack is a cold ice cream cone. After a long day in the sun, there’s nothing more refreshing than enjoying a scoop of ice cream by the shore. Whether you prefer chocolate, vanilla, or something a little more creative, ice cream is […]
There are few foods I love as much as great barbecue. Smoky, tender brisket, sweet and slightly spicy BBQ sauce, and all the classic sides—just thinking about it makes my mouth water. So I was thrilled when I found out that my Southwest-sponsored trip to Cincinnati included a […]
Looking for the best sushi in Baltimore? Discover Chiyo Sushi in Mount Washington, one of the standout Baltimore restaurants for fresh sashimi, creative sushi rolls, and mochi desserts.