Named as the best chocolate shop in Baltimore, the Velvet Chocolatier is the best place to pick up some gourmet, all-natural chocolates for your Valentine this year. The owner, Ruthie, hand-makes each item, and it shows — the shop has even gotten a shout-out from Oprah! You can choose between numerous flavors of truffles…
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Jan
13
2020
Situated on the campus of Rosenbloom Owings Mills JCC in Baltimore County, The Gordon Center For Performing Arts is a hidden jewel that hosts a wide variety of performances, from movies to improv groups. Upcoming performances include a concert by the US Naval Academy Band Brass Ensemble, the Ballet Theater of Maryland's presentation of "The…
Jan
13
2020
At Shaking Crab, the fresh, local ingredients are evident in each dish and every bite. This seafood restaurant, which recently debuted in Owings Mills, proudly sources its ingredients from local markets to ensure optimal freshness. Shaking Crab knows it's not just about the food, but the service, too. Here, an emphasis is placed on fast,…
Dec
10
2019
The Fresh Bakery opened its first retail kiosk in Towson in 2010. Since then it has grown into one of the preeminent names in baking for the entire Baltimore-DC metro area. The staff at this combination bakery-and-cafe specialize in custom cakes, and are happy to help you visualize whatever will make your next celebration truly special.…
Dec
10
2019
Since it opened in September, Asian Kebab and Hot Pot in Timonium has been steadily expanding its operations and enhancing its reputation among locals. Drawing on the rich traditions of Chinese cuisine, but infusing the experience with modern energy and style, this new spot on York Road has garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews on sites like Yelp.…
Nov
07
2019
The Taste of the Town is a longstanding Owings Mills tradition, one that’s celebrating its 16th birthday this year. And while the gist of it has stayed the same—it’s a food festival featuring locally crafted bites—a lot has changed, too. The festival has grown every year since its inception, and it’s moving to a new…
Oct
07
2019
A vibrant autumn pumpkin. A flower-stuffed mason jar. A ghostly creature spelling out the word “Boo!” These are the fall-inspired crafts you’ll learn how to make at the Fall DIY Workshop—all using a simple main material: string. A seasoned crafter—named, fittingly enough, Stephanie Strings—will show you how. But first, register for the class online ($30+, depending…
Oct
07
2019
If you have time to check out the Irvine Nature Center’s 35th Annual PumpkinFest, you won’t be disappointed. The community event is so popular that it often sells out—which is why it’s worth grabbing your tickets online now ($15 for kids and $5 for adults) if you want to be part of the fun on October…
Sep
20
2019
The vendors at Gwynn Oak Food & Music Festival may be local, but the cuisines certainly are not. Food trucks, restaurants, and caterers from all around the region will converge on Gwynn Oak Park—which is only about 15 minutes away—with an array of global fares on Saturday, September 28th. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the…
Sep
11
2019
Autumn is almost here, and Pikesville will celebrate its arrival in style—just as the community does every year! Make the quick 15-minute drive to be part of the Pikesville Fall Festival this weekend. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, The Shops at Quarry Lake will host a lineup of fall fun for guests of…