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Best Brunch in Annapolis

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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National Iced Tea Day

Tea has been around for thousands of years. Iced tea itself didn’t arrive on the scene until much more recently, in 1904. Word has it, that year, it was exceptionally hot at the St. Louis World’s Fair and tea plantation owner and merchant, Richard Blechynden, took advantage by serving his tea…

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Miss Shirley’s Cafe

Edward ‘Eddie’ ‘Dopkin introduced his upscale breakfast and brunch restaurant, Miss Shirley’s, with its first location in Roland Park in 2005. Named after a loyal employee who was part of the family’s catering business for years, Miss Shirley’s is synonymous with southern hospitality and delicious…

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Playing Hooky: 5 Spots for Kid-Friendly Eats!

That wink and a smile, someone is happy with their kid-friendly lunch! Photo courtesy of Miss Shirley's Whether they recently returned to in-person learning or are still doing it from home, kids of all ages are bound to have a more-stressful-than-normal start to the 2020 school year. Parents…

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A ‘Pop-Up’ to Prop Up Neighbors in Need

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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Here's Why You Should Visit Annapolis, MD

It is easy to see why Annapolis is a travelers choice when picking a vacation destination or a local wanderer looking for a staycation. Between the amazing dining options, abundance of history, countless unique shops, weekly events, and original old-town charm, Annapolis has something for everyone…

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Savor the Flavors of Annapolis this March

With spring just around the corner comes the beginning of outdoor dining season, and there’s much to look forward to this March surrounding the world of food in Annapolis. It’s even Maryland Wine Month! Take a browse through this quick rundown of food-related things happening throughout Annapolis…

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Dining Al Fresco in Annapolis

Annapolitans are an outdoorsy bunch, preferring to be outside no matter what the season. Proof is the popularity of the famous Frost Bite races on winter Sundays, the year-round runners you see on the city's sidewalks and the known "fact" that it never rains on our golf courses or lacrosse fields…

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Hometown Hints for Hungry Early Risers

Patrons at Chick & Ruths Delly start the morning with the Pledge. “Ask the locals” is the oft-given advice to folks from out of town looking for a good place to dine. But if you’re an early riser searching for a favorite breakfast spot, many of the locals (referred to here as Annapolitans) may…

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