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Erricka Bridgeford is Baltimore’s High Priestess of Peace
Years before the city's homicide rate began its historic drop, the beloved activist and the Baltimore Peace Movement were seeding change.
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Best of Baltimore 2026
All the things we delighted in this year—including some new discoveries and some old friends.
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Back-to-School Giveaways, Haircuts, and Free Family Fun to Start the Year Off Strong
As students get back in the classroom, the local community is ready to support with everything from supply drives to vision-boarding workshops.
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Open & Shut: Candela; Jems Bottle & Cafe; Little Ian’s Bagels
The latest restaurant openings, closings, and recent news.
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Movie Review: Late Fame
Willem Dafoe shines as a former poet who gets rediscovered by an insufferable group of young writers.
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Review: Bar Alice Anne Reinvents a Corner Watering Hole in Fells Point
The Local Fry owners Kevin and Liz Irish serve elevated bar food that follows in the footsteps of spot's predecessor, the beloved Lobo, while also drawing worldly inspiration from their respective cultures.
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Nurturing a Nest Egg
Area financial planners share how to plan for retirement saving and spending. Plus, our annual guide to Continuing Care Retirement Centers.
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This Essay Collection by Catonsville Native Humorist Maeve Dunigan Should Be Your Next Local Read
'Read This to Look Cool: Essays and Overthinkings' assembles coming-of-age stories that are vulnerable, witty, and especially relatable for millennials and Gen-Z.
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The Detroit-Style Pizza We Discovered in a Brewpub Back Lot is Seriously Addictive
Local chef William Rice operates a pizza pop-up that highlights thick, caramelized crust, melty cheese, and rich tomato sauce.
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Fall Arts Preview: The 23 Cultural Experiences You Have to Catch in Baltimore This Season
Pull out your calendar and pencil in everything from film and music festivals to open studio tours and powerful theater performances in the coming months.
Home & Living
Caroline Maurer is Inspiring Cottage Gardeners, One Social Post at a Time
The master gardener transformed her plain suburban yard in Mt. Airy into a “flower maximalist” cottage garden—featuring romantic layers of flowers and shrubs—that has bloomed into a successful business.
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A look at what trends are driving today’s auto industry and how to get the most out of your vehicle.
Education & Family
Back-to-School Giveaways, Haircuts, and Free Family Fun to Start the Year Off Strong
As students get back in the classroom, the local community is ready to support with everything from supply drives to vision-boarding workshops.
Food & Drink
Bites We’re Excited to Try at the Ekiben Night Market
From boba and cheesecake to Filipino salt bread and Taiwanese sticky rice rolls, here's a preview of this weekend's two-day food fest.
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With the Arts Under Fire, D.C.’s Loss Has Been Baltimore’s Gain. How Do We Sustain the Growth?
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Dental Profiles 2026
Finding a dentist can be nearly as painful as a sore tooth! Thankfully, we have the antidote.
News & Community
Erricka Bridgeford is Baltimore’s High Priestess of Peace
Years before the city's homicide rate began its historic drop, the beloved activist and the Baltimore Peace Movement were seeding change.
Sports
Kyle Youmans, the New Voice of the Ravens, on His Love of the Game
As he prepares for his first season of broadcasting in Baltimore, we get to know the play-by-play announcer, triplet dad, and lifelong football fan.
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
Open & Shut: Candela; Jems Bottle & Cafe; Little Ian’s Bagels
The latest restaurant openings, closings, and recent news.
Food & Drink
Review: Bar Alice Anne Reinvents a Corner Watering Hole in Fells Point
The Local Fry owners Kevin and Liz Irish serve elevated bar food that follows in the footsteps of spot's predecessor, the beloved Lobo, while also drawing worldly inspiration from their respective cultures.
News & Community
News & Community
Erricka Bridgeford is Baltimore’s High Priestess of Peace
Years before the city's homicide rate began its historic drop, the beloved activist and the Baltimore Peace Movement were seeding change.
News & Community
At the Wyman Park Dell, Goats Clear Invasive Vegetation the Natural Way—By Snacking
The greenspace’s Goats on the Slope weekend fundraiser turns five next month.
Arts & Culture
MaxSpace
Movie Review: Late Fame
Willem Dafoe shines as a former poet who gets rediscovered by an insufferable group of young writers.
Arts & Culture
This Essay Collection by Catonsville Native Humorist Maeve Dunigan Should Be Your Next Local Read
'Read This to Look Cool: Essays and Overthinkings' assembles coming-of-age stories that are vulnerable, witty, and especially relatable for millennials and Gen-Z.
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Best of Baltimore Readers’ Poll Results 2026
You voted, and now, here are your picks for the best that Baltimore has to offer.
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Confetti Questions With R. Eric Thomas
The Baltimore native answers questions about his new book, pop culture, and his favorite local hangouts.
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From Baltimore to Project Runway, Meet Bishme Cromartie
Meet Bishme Cromartie, Baltimore native fashion designer and recent contestant on season 17 of Bravo's Project Runway.
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Step Inside Storehouse Dispensary
Learn about the medical cannabis industry in Maryland at this Mt. Washington dispensary.
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George Simon Shares His Sweet Success Story
Founded in 1886, Simon’s is known for its sugar cookies and signature train garden.
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Sneak Peek at Our First-Ever Beauty Issue
Go behind the scenes with Baltimore magazine as we prep for our January issue.
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Restaurante Tio Pepe Celebrates 50 Years in Baltimore
Owner of the legendary Spanish restaurant talks about its origin and "magical" sangria.
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Making the Iconic Crab Pie at Matthew’s Pizza
Head into the kitchen to hear the story behind the legendary Highlandtown institution.
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Marvin Thorpe Teaches Swimming Lessons in His Backyard
Thorpe and his father have taught an estimated 15,000 people about water safety over the years.
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Star Wars Toy Collection is Galaxy All Its Own
A Star Wars superfan lives out his dream in Linthicum Heights.
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The Prime Rib Piano Player Jeff Wilson Shares His Musical Story
The musicians talks about his career and playing for Frank Sinatra.
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Afternoon Chess Practice at Baltimore Montessori School
Chess brightens the futures of these city school students.
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Erricka Bridgeford Reflects on Baltimore Ceasefire Weekend
The second attempt at a 72-hour ceasefire in the city was cut short.
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Revelers Describe the Meaning of Baltimore Pride Celebrations
Baltimore Pride festivities provide safe, supportive space for the city's LGBTQ community.
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Who Wants to Be a Cop Now?
After a 14-month federal investigation, the Baltimore Police Department is tasked with reforming its culture.
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Up Close and Personal With the Domino Sugars Sign
We talk to Domino refinery manager about the history of the iconic sign and factory.
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Fly Fishing With Legendary Lefty Kreh
Fly-fisherman Lefty Kreh talks technique and shares stories from his legendary life.
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Behind the Scenes at Otterbein’s Bakery
Going strong after 135 years, Otterbein's has hit the recipe for success. Read more in our February issue.
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Style & Shopping
Checking Out: After 70 Years, Dundalk’s Iconic Eastpoint Mall is Closing Its Doors
Throughout the decades, the mall became much more than a shopping destination—with highlights like a live penguin exhibit at Hochschild-Kohn’s department store and a window display of monkeys at Hess Shoes.
Style & Shopping
How Akio Evans Went from Hustling T-Shirts to Designing Highly Sought-After Shoes
If the custom kicks by the Baltimore-born painter, clothing designer, and shoe muralist get worn at all, it’s on red carpets and for special occasions.
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Best of Baltimore Readers’ Poll Results 2026
You voted, and now, here are your picks for the best that Baltimore has to offer.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Best of Baltimore 2026: Lifestyle and Wellness
From a game-changing fashion book to a zero-waste bulk refillery, here's what impressed us this year.
Health & Wellness
Four Baltimore Nurses Who Exemplify What It Means to Go Beyond the Call of Duty
These nurses routinely work well outside of their job descriptions to provide the best care possible.
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Kyle Youmans, the New Voice of the Ravens, on His Love of the Game
As he prepares for his first season of broadcasting in Baltimore, we get to know the play-by-play announcer, triplet dad, and lifelong football fan.
Sports
What Made the 2000 Ravens One of the Most Iconic Teams in NFL History?
Twenty-five years after Super Bowl XXXV, we sat down with a few of the stars—and the man who led them—to relive the glory.
