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Matti Gellman

Matti

Matti Gellman is a Food Reporter for The Baltimore Banner. Originally from New York, she was raised by parents who expressed love through food. She joined the Banner in October 2023, intent on being a watchdog for residents looking to access safe, quality food across Baltimore. She has a special interest in reporting on the area's growing food deserts and barriers to food security. Her work can be seen in ProPublica, the Kansas City Star and Crain Communication's Modern Healthcare. In 2023 she was awarded with the Society of Professional Journalists' 2022 New America Award for her coverage of refugee communities in Missouri.

The latest from Matti Gellman

Ostrowski, Baltimore’s last remaining sausage king, isn’t done yet
At 71, Victor Ostrowski Jr. is the last Ostrowski sausage-maker standing. Through industry changes and family feuds, he shows no signs of stopping.
At 71, Victor Ostrowski Jr. is the last Ostrowski sausage-maker standing. Through industry changes and family feuds, he shows no signs of stopping.
Little Italy ‘anchor’ restaurant up for sale after 42 years
Dalesio’s of Little Italy is seeking $1.95 million for its liquor license and building, which is in turnkey restaurant condition.
The 42-year-old Dalesio's of Little Italy restaurant is being put up for sale.
Award-winning chef sets sights on new social club amid rising food costs, lawsuit
The Park + Social club is a passion project for The Local chef Zack Trabbold, who is embroiled in a lawsuit with minority owners of his restaurant business.
A rendering of Park + Social, a collaboration between chef Zack Trabbold and White Marsh-based car detailing service, Detail Solutions.
Atlas Restaurant Group to open members-only supper club in Fells Point
Atlas Restaurant Group announced the new Rosewater Supper Club, an exclusive social club that will open in Fells Point next year.
A rendering of Atlas Restaurant Group's Rosewater Supper Club, set to open in the summer of 2026.
The food stamps were running out, but no one told Nelly
Although SNAP uncertainty became a political and media talking point, the turmoil remained a mystery to some recipients — Maryland's most vulnerable residents.
Nelly Orellana, 70, poses for a portrait in her apartment at the Victory Tower affordable senior living facility in Takoma Park, Md. on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. Behind her, photos of her family plaster the wall.
Maryland’s neediest residents ‘stretching food’ as SNAP benefits remain uncertain
Maryland families who depend on SNAP benefits are unsure what November will bring as they potentially face a month without food aid.
Amina Whynn carries her daughter, A’keena, to pick up her other daughter from school in Baltimore. Whynn says feeding three growing kids is expensive, especially with rising food prices.
SNAP benefits will change Nov. 1. Here’s what — and who — that affects.
Here’s how changes to federal food assistance amid the government shutdown will affect Marylanders who rely on SNAP.
Lee’s Mini Market in West Baltimore, Baltimore City, Md.
City pledges $4.6 million in aid to residents amid federal shutdown
Mayor Brandon Scott announced funding Tuesday for food aid, child care and rental assistance, days before SNAP benefits are expected to cease.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2025 - Mayor Brandon Scott announces over four million dollars in aid for struggling residents as federal government shutdown continues at a press conference at the Samuel FB Morse Recreation Center in Baltimore on Tuesday.
BMA to receive $10 million, the single largest gift in its 110-year history
Philanthropists Amy and Marc Meadows will donate more than $10 million to the Baltimore Museum of Art for arts education initiatives.
Baltimore Museum of Art
A historic diner changes hands as downtown Baltimore looks to make a comeback
The historic Werner’s Diner is changing hands yet again amid ongoing efforts to revitalize the blocks surrounding East Redwood Street in downtown Baltimore.
The staple Baltimore diner is under new management
Long lines at Café Dear Leon? Try the owners’ new spot in Remington.
The owners of Café Dear Leon are striving to build a sense of home in Remington with their new eatery, La Maison.
La Maison opened Wednesday in Remington, becoming the second bakery of the Cafe Dear Leon owner. Most notable is its expanded size, which can accomodate more customers than ever before.
A new Chinese restaurant in Southeast Baltimore invites you to dinner with the Wangs
Bao Di, the long-awaited Chinese restaurant at the edge of Canton and Highlandtown, will open Wednesday.
Bao Di, a new Chinese restaurant at 3215 Eastern Ave. in Canton, will officially open its doors Oct. 15, 2025.
Maryland soybean farmers are caught in a U.S.-China trade war
Maryland’s soybean farmers grow one of the state’s top exports. Now tariffs have yet again entangled them in a trade war with China.
David Burrier grows soybeans and corn on his Frederick County farm. Last year he exported 35 orders of his soybeans to China by Oct. 1. So far this year he has none.
The food trucks making tacos that are worth eating on the hood of your car
In and around Baltimore you can find food truck tacos so delicious they’re worth eating on the spot.
Birria tacos at Tacos El Guero Food Truck off Merritt Boulevard  comes with herbs worth savoring.
Bartender Chris Canty’s ideas stretched ‘like an octopus’ beyond Baltimore
Bartender Chris Canty, who died Sept. 13 at 41, was a consummate businessman who knew how to have fun.
Chris Canty.
‘Totally avoidable’ spike in coffee prices sends Baltimore shops reeling
Some Baltimore coffee shops say they’re facing an identity crisis in the wake of tariffs and rising market prices.
U.S. coffee prices were nearly 21% higher in August than a year earlier, according to data from the Consumer Price Index.
The Purple Patio lives on in former Mother’s space in Federal Hill
Liv’s Tavern, which replaces Mother’s and its Purple Patio in Federal Hill, soft-opened to customers last Friday and is holding a grand opening on Sept. 26.
Liv’s Tavern has opened in the former Mother’s space in Federal Hill.
Naval Academy midshipman shot after mistaking officer for threat
A midshipman was shot at the U.S. Naval Academy Thursday evening, triggering a campus lockdown and heavy police response for hours, a U.S. Navy official said.
Navy security officers guard the main entrance of the Naval Academy on Thursday evening after the campus was put on lockdown.
Teavolve Cafe to close in Harbor East after nearly 20 years in business
Teavolve Cafe in Harbor East leaves behind a legacy as it gears to close up on Sept. 19.
Teavolve Cafe in Harbor East
The Dish: Annoyed that a Baltimore restaurant isn’t open yet? So are the owners.
Changes to Baltimore City’s permitting system could be stalling your favorite restaurant’s opening.
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