Here is my seasonal box from J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works. J.Q. DICKINSON SALT-WORKS Applewood Smoked Salt Solar evaporated and hand harvested in the mountains of WV this salt is perfect when you want to add a hint of smokiness. ASHEVILLE TEA COMPANY Cold Brew Tea Made with a blend of local botanicals this easy...

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Berger Cookies are an iconic Baltimore dessert that I couldn't pass up while visiting the area. The history of Bergers Cookies began in 1835, when German immigrant Henry Berger arrived in the United States. A baker by trade, Henry came to The Land of Opportunity to follow his dreams, and soon opened a...

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Gioacchino Vaccaro established Vaccaro’s Italian Pastry Shop in 1956. He was born and raised in Palermo, Italy. Mr. Jimmy, as he was so aptly known, brought with him the recipes and the knowledge of how to make the finest Siciliano pastries Baltimore had ever seen. Soon after opening, it was evident that the...

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Artifact is a coffee shop in Baltimore that serves Small Planes coffee, baked goods, sandwiches and more. They work with local farms and adapt their menu to the seasons. That alone made me interested in their handcrafted drinks. Some of their current creative coffee line-up includes: Moroccan Spiced Iced Coffee, Cardamom Mocha and...

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"Well known for serving up classic flavors along with constantly evolving roster of delightful, small-batch flavors beloved in Baltimore, Taharka Brothers’ award winning ice cream lineup includes favorites like Honey Graham, Mintflix & Chillz, Key Lime Pie, and Caramel Crunch," reads the website. I ordered a "honey graham" scoop in a cup. It...

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"Specializing in all things seafood, Sal and Son’s Seafood have been a staple at Broadway Market for over a decade. They offer a variety of Fish, Shrimp and Shellfish to take home or eat onsite," reads the Brodway Market website. We did some fried shrimp, crab dip and half-and-half crab soup, which is...

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"Hatched in Baltimore, BRD serves creative fried chicken sandwiches and wings made with the finest ingredients possible. We strive to provide old school hospitality and chicken you won't forget," the website reads. The menu features chicken sandwiches, tender meal boxes and wings. I went for the box, which has two jumbo tenders, fries,...

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"Thai Street’s recipes have been tweaked to perfection over multiple generations of Chef/Owner Kesorn Imsin’s family. Using traditional techniques and ingredients we create dishes that allow you to experience authentic Thai street food and regional specialties. Inspiration for our food has been sourced from the streets of Phetchabun (Kesorn’s hometown) to some of...

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"Black Acres Roastery is a small batch coffee roaster located in the Station North district of Baltimore. Every roast, we strive to bring out the best qualities in unique coffees from around the world. We ethically source beans and curate roasting profiles that provide each cup of coffee a story," reads its website....

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Sophia's Place is a traditional Polish Deli that has been serving Baltimore and the surrounding areas since 1985 at Broadway Market. They offer delicious Polish specialties, including pierogi, stuffed cabbage, sausages, and pastries served daily. The many options here will both fill your belly and comfort your soul at the same time. I...

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The Boardhouse is a new restaurant located inside Tickers & Timbers, which is a family entertainment venue offering axe throwing, rage rooms, escape rooms and paint splatter. The restaurant is more so a snack counter, but there were several items that caught my eye: Lumberjack Grazer: Charcuterie w/ pickles, olives, pepperoncini, pepperjack &...

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Have Fun WV with Jay Silverman hosted the Second Annual Pepperoni Roll Contest at GoMart Ballpark. There were 5 competitors this year - all with a unique variation on the classic pepperoni roll. Wild N' Wonderful Rolls These tasty rolls took home first prize! The round rolls are layered thick with cheese and...

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