The Dish: Resurrecting Black history, one cookbook at a time
As the creators behind local staples like crab cakes and terrapin stew, African American cooks have shaped Baltimore’s long history as a dining destination while almost never getting credit.
Baltimore liquor violation fines could increase from $3,000 to $20,000
Lawmakers want to increase the maximum fine that bars, restaurants and other establishments can face for liquor violations.
Who wins in a chicken taste test — Raising Cane’s, Royal Farms or Popeyes?
Using a blind taste test, we ranked the chicken tenders on seasoning, crispiness, juiciness, accompanying dips and overall appeal.
Peter Chang celebrates reopening of NiHao
In its next chapter, NiHao will offer guests an opportunity to taste upscale and authentic Chinese food “instead of traveling all the way to China.”
The Dish: What we know — and don’t — about Bojangles in Baltimore County
Plus, CVP Towson says "business is business" after facing backlash for hosting a Jan. 6-related event, which was ultimately canceled.
Six of the best food stalls to try at the new Lexington Market
As ever, the house specialty is affordable comfort food, whether it’s a decadent doughnut or a pizza with meatballs.
How Frazier’s on the Avenue lost a barstool and gained a story overnight
“I laughed, to be honest with you,” the owner of Frazier’s on the Avenue said following an alleged stool theft from the bar.
The Dish: Dry January may be over, but nonalcoholic beverages are still gaining steam
Is it possible to drink without the negative side effects? Marylanders are looking for alternatives as the alcohol-free beverage market continues to explode.
James Beard Awards recognize Ekiben and Foraged chefs — but not Cindy Wolf
While the rest of the world is looking at the Oscar nominees, foodies’ eyes are on the James Beard Awards.
The Dish: Another Fells Point institution heads to auction
One-Eyed Mike’s will be auctioned off next month, raising questions about the future of a longtime watering hole and 3,500 bottles of Grand Marnier.
Ekiben founder Steve Chu remembers his grandmother, the cook who inspired his whole family
Her love of cooking and entrepreneurship helped her survive poverty in a foreign land and inspired generations of restaurateurs in her family, including her grandson, who would go on to cofound Ekiben.
Where to ring in the Lunar New Year in Baltimore
This weekend, head to one of the following Baltimore-area restaurants or events to bring in a lucky year of the rabbit — or the cat.
The Dish: In Baltimore, restaurants are closing faster than they’re opening
The closure of two businesses in Baltimore reflects broader trends for Charm City’s dining scene. “I hate to say it, but Baltimore City is failing right now.”
Of course there will be crab cakes at Wes Moore’s inaugural ball
Guests will also get treated to a rockfish taco station, highlighting the state fish, and Maryland pit beef and macaroni and cheese bites.
The Dish: Peter Chang to open near Hopkins while big changes are coming to NiHao
Plus, another Fells Point institution bites the dust.
Rachael Ray confuses Old Bay and J.O. during interview with Mike Rowe
“Dirty Jobs” host Mike Rowe says: “It’s just the story of how hard it is to correct a misperception once it takes hold.”
The Dish: 2023′s most anticipated restaurant openings
We can’t wait to try these new places.
A Baltimore food tradition that ‘most people don’t know about’
It's not Old Bay and it's definitely not Natty Boh.
The Dish: Szechuan House in Timonium returns
This week we look at the trials of reopening a restaurant before the holidays and a devastating fire that has left a Baltimore cook at the end of her rope.
Stuck with dry, leftover panettone? Turn it into French toast
Level up your Christmas breakfast with this panettone French toast.