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Socially Speaking
FINALLY!!!!!
BALTIMORE SOUTH
I know it’s been quite sometime, so please let me catch up by wishing all of you Happy Holidays and
Happy New Year! As many of you know, I have been in Naples, Florida since mid December with my mother, Sylvia Badger who has been battling ovarian cancer and was given a rather grim report. When I arrived a record cold snap turned the sunshine state into frozen OJ state, prompting the governor, after six weeks to call me and ask me to leave due to the economic impact on tourism. As much as I missed home, I had the pleasure of seeing many a familiar faces from the Land of Pleasant Living. Baltimore mover and shakers, now enjoying the fruits of their labors in beautiful Naples, included former Alex Brown Exec- Curran “Cub” Harvey and his wife Jodie, Richard “Duke” Nash and his wife Sheryl, Maryland Lacrosse Hall of Famer, Dick Watts and his wife Marcie, David and Linda Long, Ann Morris Sapir, Dick and Alice Orr and former Public Service Commissioner, William Badger, who is also my wonderful step father. A few challenges when I arrived included finding a place to watch my beloved Ravens and a good sushi place for my fishy addiction and I scored big with both. Newly opened Mullygan’s Sports Grille greeted our purple group and the owner, John Ariniello made sure we had a prime-viewing venue for many weeks. If you’re ever in need for a sports fix while in Naples Mullygan’s is the place for you. Ask for waitress extraordinaire, Lindsay, who now is a proud owner of a Ravens shirt. Now the sushi fix was not as easy because I am very particular, but when I came across Club Sushi, I was as they say a happy camper. Tammy, from Club Sushi, guided me through the unfamiliar menu and everything I got was terrific and so fresh.
I’m back in Baltimore now, but unfortunately will return to Naples soon to be with my Mom during the end of her journey with this monster. Thanks to each and every one of you from the bottom of my family’s heart for your kind thoughts, prayers, emails and support during this difficult time. It means more to us than you will ever know or that I can properly express.
MILAN-BALTIMORE
When I returned home last week, I was in major need of a media pal fix and got just that on the grand opening of Baltimore’s newest dining destination, Milan, located at 1000 Eastern Avenue, on the fringe of Harbor East and Little Italy in downtown Baltimore. Upon arriving, a huge plus for me was the ease and multiple parking options, including valet if you so choose. This 12,000 square foot area, formerly the Luigi Petti Restaurant, is now transformed into a crisp contemporary setting with three dining levels, as well as huge outdoor patio that is open year round. The main floor hosts a large lounge with a “U” shaped bar and sushi bar for patrons. The menu seems to be a combo of Italian infused cuisine with a Mediterranean flavor prepared by Executive Chef Stephen Carey. But this opening was more about the who’s who and they included a grand turn out from the gang from WJZ-TV Channel 13: Marty Bass and his wife Sharon, Jessica Kartalija, Adam May, Derek Valcourt and Bernadette Woods, Bank of America’s legal beagle Larry Macklin and his wife Diane, Style Magazine Editor, Brian Lawrence, Baltimore’s best foodie writer, Examiner.com’s Dara Bunjon, Mister Media, Eddie Applefeld and Food Service Monthly’s Randi Rom to name a very few. The night was an evening of celebration and discovery of this new hot spot. Count on a menu critique soon. But I will tell you the staff was fabulous and the cocktails have a very generous pour, which is always good in my book.
CAUTION LOTSA YUM AHEAD
Approach with extreme appetite. The National Aquarium, in Baltimore has announced that some of the area’s “TOP CHEFS” will headline in a “Spring Fresh Thoughts” seafood dining series featuring our local chefs Jesse Sandlin, Bryan Voltaggio and Jill Snyder to lead in this spring cooking series. The first phase of the series will be held on Tuesday, March 23rd and will feature Baltimore native Jesse Sandlin preparing Marvesta shrimp.
The second Fresh Thought din din will be held on Tuesday, May 18th and will feature artic char prepared by Chef (hottie) Bryan Voltaggio of VOLT.
The completion of the series will be held on Tuesday, June 22nd and Chef Jill Snyder, of Woodberry Kitchen will show off her skills with scallops.
This is a unique trio of dining events that feature educational cooking demos by these fab chefs followed by seated dinners over looking the Aquarium’s gorgeous views of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Each series evening will conclude with a stroll through the Aquarium and guests will leave with complete recipes and info about where to purchase the sustainable seafood items locally.
DETAILS- COSTS:
. Fresh Thoughts: A Sustainable Seafood Dining Series
*Tuesday, March 23: Marvesta Shrimp featuring Chef Jesse Sandlin
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Cost: $79 members; $89 non-members*
Reservations required.
*Tuesday, May 18: Arctic char featuring Chef Bryan Voltaggio
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Cost: $79 members; $89 non-members*
Reservations required.
Event details at aqua.org/freshthoughts or 410-576-3869
*Tuesday, June 22: Scallops featuring Chef Jill Snyder
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Cost: $79 members; $89 non-members*
Reservations required.
Event details at aqua.org/freshthoughts or 410-576-3869
*Tickets will be available for sale on aqua.org beginning Monday, February 8th. A special ticket package that includes all three dinners at a reduced rate will be offered for a limited time only. Check aqua.org/freshthoughts for details.
The National Aquarium is proud to partner with the Classic Catering People for Fresh Thoughts. All of these events will be environmentally friendly.
http://www.aqua.org/freshthoughts/
Thank you to the gang at Profiles Public Relations for all of this tasty information that I will be taking advantage of.
YUM PART TWO
B&O AMERICAN BRASSERIE ANNOUNCES NEW ADDITIONS TO THE WINTER MENUS
The B&O American Brasserie, which is one of my personal Baltimore favorites, has told me they have added new items to their menu. Chef E. Michael Reidt, who is enjoying his first snowy winter here, said
“winter in Baltimore just makes me crave comfort food, anything rich and hearty. The items on the winter menu are perfect for the coldest of Baltimore days.”
On the dinner menu, Lobster Cauliflower Soup is the new seasonal soup. The Market Fresh flatbread for winter is topped with Spiced Sweet Potato, Kale, Farmer’s Egg and Truffle Cheese ($9). Guests can also try the new Roasted Broccoli flatbread with Pork Belly and Chee-wawa Cheese ($12). Also from the wood stove is Braised Oxtail Ravioli with Creamed Broccoli and Red Dragon Cheese ($12).
New main courses include Lentil Crusted WreckFish with Truffled Winter Squash Risotto and Mushroom Consommé ($26), Arctic Char with Old Bay Spaetzle, Smoked Crab Guacamole and Winter Citrus ($22), Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Maine Lobster, Hazelnuts and Sage ($14/$22), Pappardelle with Chicken Ragout, Baby Turnips and Horseradish ($11/$18), Rosemary Skewered Scallops with Braised Oxtail, Parsnip and Foie Gras Emulsion ($27), Adobo Braised Pork Shank with Spiced Carrot Mash and Crispy Green Beans ($19), Crispy Duck Confit with Bone Marrow Crushed Potatoes, Smoked Bacon and Clipper City IPA Braised Red Cabbage ($23).
On the lunch menu, guests can enjoy Braised Beef and Barley Soup with Winter Vegetables ($7) and Mac N’ Cheese Croquettes served with Mustard Honey ($6). A Tuna Melt on Toasted English Muffin with Aged Cheddar ($10) and Penne Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes, Red Peppers, Burrata Cheese and Crushed Olives ($14) have also been added to the lunch menu.
At the bar or in the lounge, guests can enjoy Spiced Popcorn ($3), Mixed Marinated Olives ($4), and “The Token” Crab Dip with Chef’s Spiced Pita Chips ($11).
ABOUT B&O AMERICAN BRASSERIE
B&O American Brasserie is located at 2 North Charles Street, adjacent to the Hotel Monaco Baltimore on the corners of Baltimore and Charles Streets in downtown Baltimore City. For more information on B&O American Brasserie, call 443-692-6172 or visit http://www.BandOrestaurant.com, or visit us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/BandOAmericanBrasserie.
ANNE’S VALENTINE’S DAY PICK
(Told you it was my FAV)
B&O American Brasserie and Warner Bros. Partner to Spread the Love this Valentine’s Day
On Sunday, Feb. 7 and Monday, Feb. 8, dinner guests of B&O American Brasserie will receive a pair of free tickets to see an advance screening of the highly anticipated romantic comedy “Valentine’s Day” with the purchase of dessert. The screening tickets will be good for entrance into the advance screening taking place Tuesday, Feb. 9. Limit two tickets per person per table. To make reservations for dinner on those dates, call 443-692-6172 or visit opentable.com.
“VALENTINE’S DAY”
Opens nationwide on Friday, February 12
An all-star ensemble cast comes together in “Valentine’s Day,” following the intertwining storylines of a group of Los Angelinos as they find their way through romance over the course of one Valentine’s Day.
Garry Marshall directed “Valentine’s Day” from a screenplay by Katherine Fugate, story by Fugate and Abby Kohn & Marc Silverstein. Mike Karz and Wayne Rice, with Toby Emmerich, Samuel J. Brown, Michael Disco and Diana Pokorny serving as executive producers, are producing the film.
http://www.valentinesdaymovie.com/
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This weekend the Land of Pleasant Living has been turned into the North Pole. Please be careful and let the State Highway workers do their job.
Peace…Anne
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