Monday, May 21, 2012
The bakery promises a taste of France in Annapolis.
Macaroons, petit fours, cake pops—these are just a few of the delecatable offerings at a new Annapolis bakery. Sweet Hearts Patisserie celebrated its grand opening on Saturday morning at 1410 Forest Drive in Clock Tower Place, according to a news release. "As the name might suggest, there is a lot of love that goes into each and every pastry at Sweet Hearts," said Kristen D'Angelo, owner and pastry chef, in the release. "My philosophy is that it is always better to enjoy a small bite of something heavenly than it is to eat way too much of something that is just OK. That is the basis of all my creations, and I hope that every person who eats one my pastries enjoys it thoroughly." The French-themed pastry shop also operated as a catering …
Sunday, May 20, 2012
How well do you know Annapolis restaurants?
Congrats to Patch readers Petra Clingenpeel and Ashley for correctly guessing that the guacamole burger from the last "Guess the Restaurant" challenge was from The Metro Diner. We had several correct answers on the Annapolis Patch Facebook page as well. The Metro Diner focuses on fast, fresh and local cuisine, according to its website. Menu items include burgers, shakes and healthy tacos. Now, can you tell me where this bacon-wrapped fillet is from? The 11-oz cut is resting atop an heirloom tomato salad seasoned with cracked black pepper and pink Himalayan salt. Share your guesses in the comments section below and I'll reveal the answer when "Guess the Restaraunt" returns for another round.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
With Pimlico triumph, I'll Have Another keeps Triple Crown dream alive.
I’ll Have Another proved the skeptics wrong by winning the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday in exactly the same way he won the Kentucky Derby two weeks ago. The Kentucky-bred chestnut colt chased down pre-race favorite Bodemeister in the stretch crossing the finish line first by a neck. In the process, I'll Have Another kept alive hopes for horse racing’s first Triple Crown champion in more than three decades. “More than anything, I’m glad I didn’t disappoint people,” said Mario Gutierrez, I’ll Have Another’s jockey. “Like I say, it’s not about me. It is about the horse. From day one, I’ve believed in him. I’m so happy for him because he’s just a great horse.” Affirmed, in 1978, was the last colt to capture the …
An article in the Maryland Gazette on Saturday reported that Brian McDevitt, the Pasadena man who died in an accident earlier this year, had alcohol in his system and was excessively speeding.
Brian McDevitt, a Pasadena man whose death earlier this year incited hundreds of passionate comments on Patch, had alcohol in his system and was excessively speeding when the car he was driving hit another car on Fort Smallwood Road, according to the Maryland Gazette. McDevitt was the co-founder of Anne Arundel Breaking News and Events, a popular local Facebook page and web page. McDevitt, 32, was traveling between 99 and 113 mph at the time of the accident and had a blood-alcohol content of between .05 and .07 percent, according to documents obtained by the Gazette. The posted speed on the portion of Fort Smallwood Road where McDevitt crashed is 50 mph and Maryland law states that a motorist can be charged with driving under the influence…
Patch features five houses currently on the market.
If you're in the market to move or just curious to see what's available in Annapolis, here is a list of five featured open houses this weekend. Patch used AOL Real Estate and user-submitted listing to create our roundup. Thanks to Realtor Kimberly Barton, of the Annapolis office of Champion Realty Inc., who provided Patch with a _list of open houses._ If you know of other open houses happening this weekend, leave a comment with all the details (time, date and address). If you'd like your open house to be included in a future column, send a photo of the home and a link to the listing to greaterannapolis@patch.com. For a full list of open houses this weekend, check out AOL Real Estate.
Friday, May 18, 2012
The surprise success of the Orioles and Nationals has the region buzzing.
The Orioles and Nationals "rivalry" has required quotations through the first few years of interleague play around the beltway. This year is different. Entering the three-game weekend set, beginning Friday night at Nationals Park, the two clubs are battling atop their divisions against clubs with star-studded rosters and larger payrolls. So as one of the most important series between these neighboring ball clubs gets underway, the Patch sites in the Maryland area are curious: who are you pulling for in this year's Battle of the Beltway? Are you cheering for Bryce Harper and the Nationals? Or are you behind Adam Jones and the Orioles? While we're at it, which team do you think stands the best chance of staying in the pennant race late into …
The actor, who is filming "Better Living Through Chemistry," was spotted on Friday afternoon at the corner of Maryland Avenue and State Circle.
Enjoy these photos of actor Sam Rockwell who is in town shooting scenes for an independent movie, Better Living Through Chemistry. The photos were taken around 2 p.m. Friday at the corner of Maryland Avenue and State Circle. Rockwell plays a pharmacist in the flick. Have you seen any of the stars around town? Tell us in the comments.
Feathers, bows and sequins, oh my!
For some ladies attending the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, the hats are more important than the horses. Last year, Patch visited Hats in the Belfry on Main Street in Annapolis to see what was fashionable in the world of hats. This year, Marjae Hicks is busy adorning Baltimore area heads with feathers, jewels, bows, sequins, flowers and all the bling that is associated with a Preakness hat. The Preakness is one of Baltimore's historical sports events, offering tradition and excitement. And big hats. According to Marjae, owner of Hats by Marjae in Westminster, MD, Preakness-worthy hats are big and whimsical and will get people talking. "You have to wear your hat with confidence. If you don't, it will show," Marjae said. "You have to have …
Annapolis seniors will be heading to the prom on Friday night. Keep Patch in mind after you're all dressed and ready to go and share your pictures here.
Patch wishes all of the Annapolis High School students heading to the prom at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Friday a memorable and safe prom night. Patch welcomes photos taken by prom-goers and their parents hosting before and after parties. Check out the prom photos on Patch from 2011. Simply upload your photos clicking the “Upload Photos and Videos” button above the main image.
Local organizations hosted an event on Friday to show support for area bicyclists.
As part of National Bike Month, Annapolis bicyclists showed their solidarity at City Dock on Friday. Hosted by the Annapolis Regional Transportation Management Association, Annapolis Department of Transportation and the Baltimore Metropolitan Council, the downtown Bike to Work Day event promoted riding bicycles to alleviate traffic congestion, encourage better health and protect the environment. "What this is, is a mode of transportation," said David Humphreys, executive director of the Annapolis Regional Transportation Management Association. "This is a 17th century city—biking here makes sense." Jack Nicholson, an Arnold resident who works at the Naval Academy, said he bikes to work everyday, weather permitting. "I think its important …
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10:59 am on Monday, May 21, 2012
No, thank you for featuring this yummy spot -- and so nice to see a woman-owned business featured as well! more ›