Charm City Cook
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I put a post on Facebook a while back asking for travel ideas. I wanted a place I could drive to, three hours or less, no big scary bridges (sorry, Eastern Shore) and a relaxing environment. A friend of mine messaged me about the Savage River Lodge. She said they have yurts and cabins and …
My first time to New Orleans was about 2002, Missy Elliot’s “Work It” was on the radio as we drove to the airport. “Excuse me, sir, could you please turn it UP?” I was down there for a conference with some of my coworkers from Friends School. We had had some amazing meals (some not …
Walking through Lafayette CemeteryOysters at PecheSazeracs at Tujague’sLive music at Preservation HallBeignets at Cafe Du MondeThe Piano Bar at Lafitte’sRamos Gin Fizzes at the Sazerac Bar The best bartender at The French 75 BarOyster Po’boys at Parkway Frozen Irish Coffee at Erin RoseLate Night Martinis at Clancy’sWine and jazz at BacchanalBrunch at Compère LapinCrab beignets …
I like being at home. But I also really, really like staying in hotels. Two nights is ideal, but really one night with a soaking tub, room service and a huge bed — yes! I’m actually planning my next hotel stay in my head right now. What can I say, I like what I like. …
This week, I made a big step in creating some mental health boundaries for myself by unfollowing many food/beverage accounts on Instagram. When I see mostly restaurants and food IGs in my feed, I have feelings of, not really FOMO, it’s more like they feel like a distraction from what I want to be doing. How …
A few weeks ago, I published on a blog post I’ve been thinking about for a long time. And I’ve been editing it for months, stepping away every so often to let it steep. Big thanks to my friend Jess for helping me finish it. Social media toxicity is something that has really hit me lately. Yes, …
HOUSE OF RUTH BENEFITlocal restaurants coming together on one night Fadensonnen is hosting a community event in solidarity with victims of abuse. ALL proceeds will be donated to House of Ruth. Sunday, May 16Fadensonnen CourtyardSeatings at 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm. $75 ticket gives you access to a delicious food offering from the following vendors: Alma …
DE KLEINE DUIVEL new outdoor space open Photo by Justin TsucalasThe folks at The Bluebird Cocktail Room have been working hard since buying the Belgian beer bar next door, De Kleine Duivel. Their latest project is a new patio on the north side of the building with tables to hang out outside on these lovely spring …
CLAVEL REOPENS NEXT WEEK get ready for queso and margs Photos by ClavelClavel has announced a reopening date: Thursday, April 29. They will offer outdoor seating only, no reservations. Lane, Carlos and their team have been working hard to get things ready for you. I wanted to share my conversation with Lane Harlan which was …
