Hot Spots: View from the Top

Brian Michael Lawrence revisits Topside to sample the new menu created by its new executive chef.

Hot Spots: Something’s Brewing

Nepenthe Brewing Co. on Falls Road takes advantage of two big trends: the popularity of craft brewing and the draw of Hampden as a hotspot dining destination.

Street Style: Beauty Blooms

Sascha Wolhandler finds, as spring arrives, nature's colors are wildly reflected on the streets.

Avant Garb: Great Style, Hands Down

As we transition from season to season, I found a great look that welcomes the warmer temps...as well as a fun way to ramp things up for that remaining cold snap or two.

Hot Spots: Solid Investment

The old financial district on downtown’s east side has more recently become a burgeoning dining destination. Last year, Chez Hugo, a classic French Bistro opened on Redwood Street, and La Calle, a lively Mexican restaura

Avant Garb: Whimsy & Finesse

Elizabeth Massing finds great style out and about around Baltimore...and offers advice on how to "dress" your home.

Hot Spots: Station North Italian

Northern Italy comes to in Station North. Brian fills us in on Orto: its charming character and cuisine.

Street Style: Mad, Mod March

Sascha finds gobs of great looks all around Charm City - no matter what the temps!

Hot Spots: Tacos Nuevos

Brian Michael Lawrence takes us to a new Baltimore eatery where "hot spot" has more than one meaning.

Avant Garb: Situationally Stylish

Baltimore Snap columnist Elizabeth Massing finds certain occasions aren't obstacles for Bmore's fashion-minded folk. They're opportunities.

Hot Spots: Old Suburban Favorite

Okay, okay. Let’s get the jokes out of the way first. I dined at The Peppermill last week. Of my own free will. And I’m under 80 years of age.

Street Style: Snow Glow

Columnist Sascha Wolhandler spies stylistas swaddled against the cold in Harbor East.

Avant Garb: Merlot Mode

Elizabeth Massing drinks in the season's style and one of its hot hues...

Hot Spots: Center of It All

Last week, I was invited to attend a panel about Baltimore-based filmmaking at The Center Club. As a private member club, not everyone gets to take advantage of this beautiful space high in the sky overlooking the heart

Avant Garb: Fashionistas & Frippery

A few weeks ago, I attended one of the Cake & Whiskey Baltimore meet-ups hosted by Stephanie Bradshaw and her team. One of the looks that really caught my attention was what Jasmina Venecia was rocking.

Street Style: Deck Us All

Razzle, Dazzle and Bedazzled! Glittery magic is in the air. Twinkle lights abound. Sparkles, gold and silver scream celebration on the streets as the holidays near.

Hot Spots: A Winter Tour

I’ve recently been on a quest to sample some of the best winter-themed drinks around the city. I’ve also been ranking various takes on my personal cold weather go-to cocktail: the classic Manhattan.

Fash Flash: Edition #2

Baltimore kicked off its holiday season in style. Literally. I spotted all sorts of gorge getups at a number of events around town the last couple of weeks.

Avant Garb: One-Of-A-Kind State Of Mind

This week, a little bit of New York City glam came to Baltimore. My dear friend Heiress - whose delightful style is a conversation in itself!

Hot Spots: Mind Your P’s & Q’s

Revisited a mid-town stalwart recently—Pen & Quill on Charles Street in Station North. Something about the cooler weather makes this bar and restaurant a favorite go-to in the wintery months.

Fash Flash: Edition #1

Welcome to my inaugural "Fash Flash" - where I'll share pics of people I see at events around town who show great style and personality in how they're dressed.

Street Style: Wrapping It Up

Playful ponchos, faux fur vests and jackets, infinity scarves and sassy sweaters are but a few of the wraps Baltimoreans chose to ward off fall’s chills.  However, fear not!

Hot Spots: Keep On Truckin’

Fans of the popular Gypsy Queen food trucks have a new reason to celebrate. Gypsy’s Truckstaurant has now opened along a stretch of Clipper Mill Road in Woodberry.

Hot Spots: Restaurant Reboot

After 14 years in business, The Wine Market, the popular South Baltimore bistro and wine store closed its doors. A few months later, the doors are open again...with a new name and new concept.