“This was the year that comfort food soothed my soul (and stomach), and made everything feel just a little bit lighter,” writes deputy/food and dining editor Jane Marion.
Whether you want to stay out late or enjoy a great meal that will have you back home in pajamas well before the ball drops, these special menus will have you heading into 2026 on a full stomach.
Chef Sammy Davis has exorcised the demons from the ill-fated Church bar on Maryland Avenue, transforming the space into a welcoming destination for Asian-inspired fare with a Southern twist.
“As the magazine's dining critic, I ate out a lot this year,” writes deputy editor Jane Marion. “But if I had to sum up my favorite dishes, I’d say this: It was fish bliss.”
The intimate bar and lounge serves some of the most creatively conceived drinks in the city, including one made with 50-year-old Jacky Navarre cognac. (If any cocktail is worth $72, this is it.)
While grieving the passing of loved ones, former public-relations veteran Allison Parker turned pain into purpose by making chocolates for the holidays.
The cafe has attracted a loyal following of people who come for the hand-rolled bagels, housemade sausage and sides, and warm atmosphere with dog-themed decor.
Chef Nick Sharpe has designed a Mediterranean menu that leans into local and seasonal ingredients, while also offering approachable appetizers, pizza and pasta, steaks, and seafood.
At the Creative Alliance on Saturday, explore the roots of the nostalgic diner dish with chefs, cookbook authors, food historians, and a film screening.
Ten years after purchasing Heron's Meadow Farm in Woodbine, Lori and Bob Baker continue to develop their tea-growing skills in a challenging environment—but it's still their "little slice of heaven."
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