Nick Sevilla is a Montgomery County native who has been passionate about food since as long as he can remember. A full-time math teacher of 12 years, he started creating food content under the name “Mr. 8 That” in 2024, and has quickly become a recognizable name in the DMV food scene. If you have any recommendations, follow him on Instagram or TikTok and comment your spot!
Mention vegan desserts and some people already make up their minds. MidnighTreats is changing that.
When was the last time barbecue surprised you? Not just the smoke ring or the tender brisket, but the flavors, the story, and the purpose behind every plate? That’s what Hal & Al’s BBQ (4238 Wilson Blvd Suite 104) delivers in nearby Arlington, VA.
If you haven’t heard of “Dirty Yak,” you’re not alone, but you’ve probably seen the buzz. This iconic Baltimore dish, locally known as yakamein, yat gaw mein, or dirty yak, has been turning heads on social media and food feeds, with people craving its thick noodles drenched in rich sauce, savory protein, and a hard-boiled egg on top.
Imagine walking into a Chick-fil-A and seeing burgers, pizza, and bone-in wings on the menu. Now imagine that this place exists in only one location in the entire United States, right near the University of Maryland.
Some restaurants are worth scrolling past.
Others are worth sitting in traffic for. Ekiben falls firmly into the second category.
In a region packed with fried chicken sandwiches, it takes something special to stand out. Doro Soul Food does it by breaking the rules entirely.
Many Marylanders have thought that Pizza Oven has been long gone, but that’s not true. Once a regional staple with multiple locations from Montgomery County all the way out to Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Pizza Oven never fully disappeared. Today, one location is still quietly serving in Riverdale, Maryland (Prince George’s County), carrying decades of history.