Inner Harbor’s Fogo de Chão sued over rat droppings and salmonella outbreak
The Inner Harbor’s Fogo de Chão — a staple spot for Baltimore work events and celebratory dinners — is being sued over allegations that rodent feces and other health violations contributed to a salmonella outbreak last year.
Symptoms of a salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Poppleton investor sues for control as West Baltimore project flounders
La Cité Development was supposed to break ground on an age-restricted apartment complex for older adults this year. Instead, the developer missed a key financing deadline.
The site of the Poppleton development in West Baltimore.
‘The Boss’ of Claddagh Pub in Canton dies at 58
For decades, Michael Clarke treated Claddagh Pub in Canton like his home — investing a lifetime of work and family sacrifices.
Owner of Claddagh Pub Michael Clarke died suddenly on July 28 after decades of running the beloved Canton business.
Heatwaves are making people sick. Is Maryland’s work safety agency watching?
Since 2019, the Maryland agency responsible for investigating unsafe work environments initiated only 32 inspections into employers reported for heat stress-related issues, according to data obtained by The Baltimore Banner.
Baltimore council members and AFSCME Council 3 leaders held a press conference demanding better protections for workers after the heat-related death of a Department of Public Works employee.
These 5 restaurants are one step closer to opening in Baltimore
There’s a new tenant in the former Joe’s Squared space, a Western-Pacific concept in the former Cafe Hon, and resolutions to conflicts between residents and restaurant owners in Fells Point.
Fells Point residents and restaurant owners reached a compromise to limit noise at a Thames Street courtyard location.
Popular Corner Pantry eatery expanding
The eatery is expanding its kitchen and dining area into a space next door that was once home to a clothing boutique.
The Corner Pantry, located North of Mt. Washington, is expanding into space next door.
As Jumbo Fresh opens in Southwest Baltimore, a sense of excitement — and fear of failure
More than a year and a half of waiting after Price Rite closed, grocery store Jumbo Fresh opened in Mount Clare Junction.
The new Jumbo Fresh grocery store located in Mount Clare Junction.
Prim & Proper changes its name and concept less than 6 months after opening
Prim & Proper, the downtown French eatery that promised an approachable twist to Baltimore’s fine dining scene, is altering its ownership and rebranding.
Prim & Proper is becoming Proper Cuisine, but the aesthetics won’t change much.
Burnt crops and pay cuts: Maryland farmers are suffering this summer
High heat and a drought have left grain farmers in Maryland anticipating low yields and big losses.
“It’s too depressing to think about,” Leslie Bauer of Rural Rhythm Farms in Dayton said. “You take a beating, and you hope next year will be better.”
Village of Cross Keys to add a Mexican restaurant and general store
Sol Oaxaca, a Mexican restaurant, and Ruxton Mercantile, a general store, will be Village of Cross Keys’ latest additions to its North Baltimore shopping center.
Two new businesses are joining the Village at Cross Keys.
A Pink Flamingo bar is coming to the old Dizz space. No, John Waters isn’t involved.
The Pink Flamingo bar in Remington was partially inspired by cult filmmaker John Waters, but don't expect too many parallels to his films.
The restaurant at 300 W. 30th Street, formerly Let's Brunch Cafe and, before that, longtime icon The Dizz, has closed.
Looking for a new summer drink? Ask one of Howard County’s best bartenders.
It’s hot out, but Howard County bartender Amanda Curtis has recommendations for the drinks you need to stay cool.
Award-winning bartender Amanda Curtis prepares a cocktail at the Iron Bridge Wine Company.
Months after Key Bridge collapse, families of port workers struggle to pay for food
Despite the Port of Baltimore reopening last month after the Key Bridge collapse, the pace of food insecurity has surprised even the president of the Maryland Food Bank.
Venetia Barbee, left, and Tina Baylor fill bags at a food pantry for the community and workers affected by the Key Bridge collapse Saturday, July 13, 2024 in Dundalk Md.
Enjoy the Snake Oil at Woodberry Kitchen? Thank regenerative farming.
Woodberry Kitchen and other businesses focused on supporting small-scale, unconventional farmers are getting the funding they need to grow further invest in sustainable farming. But where is it coming from?
Woodberry Kitchen owner Spike Gjerde is working with exclusively sustainable and regional growers.
Taharka Brothers’ newest flavor inspiration: Gov. Moore’s cannabis pardons
Taharka Brothers’ “We Want Moore” flavor, created in honor of Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s cannabis-related pardons, will feature vanilla ice cream, Berger cookie dough and peanut butter.
Gov. Wes Moore holds a pint of Taharka Brothers' "We Want Moore" limited edition ice cream.
Piccola Allora is last eatery to close under Baltimore restaurant group
Piccola Allora, the last of local restaurateur Brendon Hudson’s Baltimore eateries, has closed its doors at the Johns Hopkins University. Hudson has also recently shuttered Allora, Zander's and Velleggia’s.
Restaurateur Brendon Hudson.
Little Donna’s made The New York Times best pizza list. But it’s not a pizzeria.
Little Donna's topped (another) New York Times list — this time of the best pizzas across the country. But that doesn't mean they're a pizzeria.
The Midwestern-style clam pizza — or tavern pie — is one of the occasional specials at Little Donna's in Baltimore.
Harborplace gets a reduction as Hooters closes for good
Hooters, a Harborplace institution, closed with little warning this week despite being the longest-tenured restaurant in the Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
Hooters, the longest-tenured restaurant in Harborplace, has closed.
Doppio Pasticceria opens pop-up in former JBGB’s space after leaving R. House
Doppio Pasticceria, which rented a stall at Remington’s R. House food stall, is moving to the former JBGB’s while they await construction on a more permanent space.
Sicilian bakery moves into former JBGB’s site.
Duck Duck Goose, Osteria Pirata close in Fells Point
Baltimore chef Ashish Alfred announced Monday that he has temporarily closed his Fells Point restaurants Duck Duck Goose, Osteria Pirata and the Anchor Tavern, citing “safety concerns.”
Duck Duck Goose in Fells Point has closed.
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