Emma’s Torch in Silver Spring is receiving regional recognition after being named to Eater DC’s “Best New Restaurants Around D.C.” list for July 2026. It is the only restaurant in Maryland to make this month’s roundup, which highlights the Washington region’s most exciting restaurants that have opened within the past six months.
Below is an updated look at the latest retail and dining changes at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, including new restaurants, specialty shops, and brand relocations. (more…)
The Big Dill, which bills itself as “America’s Premier Pickle Festival” and the “Most Entertaining Pickle-Themed Experience in the World,” is returning to Baltimore’s Power Plant Live! this fall with pickle-inspired food, entertainment and competitions. (more…)
PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans, which opened its Gaithersburg location in May, will officially celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, July 11, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, giveaways and special promotions throughout the weekend. (more…)
Beer Trade Co., the craft beer concept founded by Montgomery County native Chris Sanchez, has officially opened its first Maryland location in Laytonsville. (more…)
A $100,000 permit has been issued for interior construction at Maryland’s first Xi’an Famous Foods, marking another step toward the restaurant’s anticipated opening at Montrose Crossing in Rockville.
Tokoa Cheesesteaks is preparing to launch its first food truck, expanding its operations beyond its existing restaurant locations and bringing its menu to events and neighborhoods throughout the DMV. (more…)
Mango Lina, a growing dessert and snack chain with locations in Virginia and Prince George’s County, has announced plans to open its first Montgomery County location in Rockville this August. (more…)
Permanent signage was installed this morning at the future Bobapop location in Aspen Hill, marking another visible step toward the bubble tea shop’s anticipated opening by this fall.
Three Montgomery County ice cream shops have been included on PETA’s newly launched Maryland “Nice Cream Trail,” a statewide guide highlighting businesses that offer vegan ice cream and dairy-free frozen desserts. (more…)
A $140,000 permit has recently been approved for the interior fit-out of the future TOUS Les JOURS bakery at 3333 Olney Sandy Spring Road in Olney.