Many times we get asked, 'What's the best brunch in Annapolis?' Well, we pretty much have it all, and since taste is subjective, it's just too hard to name favorites. From stunning breakfast buffets with bottomless mimosas to long-standing institutions like Chick n Ruth's. Peruse our list and…
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There's nothing like a fireplace to add ambiance, warmth, and romance to a room. With weather forecasts predicting a snowy winter, it is the ideal time to seek the heat of a fire and the comfort of a fine meal. There is still no better time than the next few weeks to take advantage of the many…
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Everyone knows the Chesapeake Bay region is famous for its ‘surf’– above all, delicious blue crabs and crab cakes. And there is no shortage of restaurants that offer excellent farm-to-table turf. But when it comes to one of the most perfect culinary pairings, Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are…
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Personally, the first change became noticeable when the morning newspaper started showing up a few weeks ago, knotted and dry in its wrapper, just outside the front door, and not in its usual under-the-car landing spot. It was such a simple gesture, but it’s just one incidental illustration that…
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My husband and I moved to Annapolis from Washington DC’s Cleveland Park neighborhood, building a house in a waterfront community on the Severn River. For him, it was a return to the hometown of his boyhood, a move that delighted his parents and childhood friends. For me, a native New Englander…
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In the later years of the 1800s, the oyster harvest on the Chesapeake Bay had already made the Bay a famous place—worldwide. Oysters were caught and packed here at a record rate. Hundreds of skipjacks could be seen plying the waters. There were so many watermen catching an abundance of these…
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Outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, kayaking, and biking are a quintessential part of the Annapolis culture during the warmer months. Among that list is also outdoor dining. Several restaurants around town have a few tables on the sidewalk that makes for a relaxing environment and prime…
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Restaurants, businesses, and homes line the shore in Annapolis, but one establishment that has become a landmark in Eastport is Carrol’s Creek Cafe. Image courtesy of author Whether you’re grabbing a drink at the bar, enjoying a meal, or throwing a party, the inviting patio with a perfect view of…
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July can be steamy or dreamy – hot on land but much cooler on the water. Watermark Cruises and the Schooner Woodwind offers a range of options for getting out on the scenic Severn River or the majestic Chesapeake Bay. These well- established local companies provide unique adventures of varying…
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Anne Arundel County – fortunately for those of us who live here – has no shortage of restaurants and bars along its many rivers, creeks, and The Bay itself. Carrol’s Creek Café (410 Severn Ave. in Eastport) provides one of the most expansive views of the water and landmarks of city of Annapolis…
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