Dellis Bar & Grill, a longtime neighborhood staple in Rosedale (Baltimore County), will permanently close at the end of the month after more than two decades serving the community.
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Kneads Bakeshop & Cafe, a family-owned artisan bakery based in Baltimore, is set to open its fourth location in the second quarter of 2026 at The Shops at Wisconsin Place in Chevy Chase, taking over the former Peet’s Coffee space, first reported by QSR Magazine. The bakery currently operates three locations in Baltimore. (more…)
A year after a single pizza review changed everything, Frank’s Pizza & Pasta is taking a moment to reflect and say thank you. This week, the Baltimore staple shared an emotional post on social media, crediting Dave Portnoy and his “One Bite” pizza review for transforming the future of the family-owned restaurant.
A Baltimore favorite has earned national attention as the New York Times named the shrimp and corn patties at The Duchess one of the “23 Best Dishes Across the U.S.” for 2025. The recognition highlights not only the standout dish but also the unique spirit of the Hampden neighborhood pub that created it. It’s the only Maryland dish to make the list.
A new fast-casual restaurant in Baltimore’s Cross Street Market is quickly making a name for itself, and earning a viral nickname in the process. The Jollof Bowl (1065 S. Charles St.) has been called the “African Chipotle,” offering a build-your-own experience inspired by the vibrant flavors of West Africa.
Geno’s Steaks, the Philadelphia restaurant known for its cheesesteaks, plans to open its first Maryland location at Power Plant Live! in downtown Baltimore in early 2026, according to WMAR-2 News. The new spot will mark the brand’s first expansion into the state. (more…)
With the 2025 World Series around the corner and tickets to see the games live costing hundreds to thousands of dollars, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on Best Baseball Cities, with Baltimore coming in ranked 11th.
Sir Walter Raleigh Inn is fondly remembered as an affordable steakhouse known for its extensive salad bar, making it a popular spot for homecoming dinners and birthday celebrations. The Montgomery Village location, now a CVS, closed in 2005, but the chain once had multiple locations across the DC Metro area, including Baltimore, Bethesda, Wheaton, and Alexandria. (more…)
Beginning with the Class of 2026, all Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) high school graduation ceremonies will be held at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). (more…)
With Americans losing an average of $771 per year due to time spent in traffic, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Best & Worst Cities to Drive in, with Baltimore and Washington D.C. both among the 10 worst.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) and Baltimore Orioles have announced that Oriole Park at Camden Yards has become the first MLB stadium to accept Maryland Mobile Driver’s Licenses (mDL) and Mobile IDs for age verification.