Break out the flip flops-Spring has Sprung! Baltimore Carnival Cruise Lines-Port of Baltimore-CITYPEEK Patti had an exclusive tour and dined on shrimp, lobster and heavenly chocolate desserts on the new Carnival Cruise Line in Baltimore -CARNIVAL PRIDE. So many notables sprinkled the crowd from hotel execs like Chuck Payne, Jon Kosher, Sheraton Inner Harbor to Onahlea Shimunek & Asst., Rosemary Bishop (celebrating her birthday aboard!)-Marriott Inner Harbor to Gail Howard-Hyatt-Dennis Dietz/Allison Jones Days Inn. BACVA execs Bon Whiting and Tom Noonan, BOPA-Bill Gilmore and Roz Healy, Harborplace's Carmel Gambacorta, B&O Museum Courtney Wilson & Stephanie Fay and Geppi's Entertainment Museum's Missy Bowersox donned a red bow. Media pals, Downtown Diane, Eddie Applefeld, Purple Dot Dorothy, Jayme Woods running the PR event. Maryland Senators Cummings & Cardin, Congresswomen Bentley. Carnival Crusie Line execs like Tom Dougher and new friend, Joanie and The Pride of Baltimore team and development guru pal, Carrie Lebow-Cal Ripken Sr, Foundation. Oh, did I mention my BFF's mom, Marlene Koeppel was there too? The ship is now taking guests to tropical destinations from Baltimore--no flights needed for regional travelers, just come down to the Locust Point Marine Terminal. While we were touring the ship, 1500 guests were embarking for a 4 day journey to the Bahamas and back. The cruise line is expected to bring 152 million in revenue to the state and over 1500 jobs to the area. http://www.citypeek.com/baltimore/attraction/carnival-cruise-lines-balti...
We are looking forward to checking out spots in Georgetown this week, Annapolis and dining in the garden @ 4 East Madison Inn. See more options and comment on your own below. Thanks!
Tomorrow CITYPEEK Patti is headed to a new dinner series event at the National Aquarium in Baltimore Sustainable foods-shrimp is on the menu. More info on their website http://www.aqua.org . I know, it is kinda funny to be eating fish in an aqaurium atmosphere! Sushi anyone?
Last week we held a facebook 101 for hospitality class @ Ellicott City's Jordan's Steakhouse with Jordan Naftal and La Palapa's Simon Cortes--a lot was learned about the tools, tips and merits of marketing your business on facebook and twittter. For private classes or groups of 5 or more: email: ceo@citypeek.com. Other classes have been held @ Victoria Gastro Pub, Phillips Foods HQ, Pierpoint, Regi's Bistro. 4 East Madison Inn and many future classes on the books from DC-Philly to the West Coast. We are thrilled to be able to help our hospitality partners grow in a down economy. Many people want a security/privacy201 class-they are available also email ceo@citypeek.com or respond in comments below. Next is TARK's May 6 http://www.citypeek.com/washington-dc/event/citypeek-facebook-101-hospit...
NEWS FROM THE ST MICHAEL's FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL from The Wine Coach: Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach® was at the St. Michaels Food and Wine Festival this weekend on the picturesque waterfront in St. Michaels, MD. The summer like weather ensured that the tents and tables were at full capacity with over 1200 visitors on Saturday. The Wine Coach® had a shady spot to promote The Sipping Point book, as well as delivering her wine workshop “Wine by the Numbers” to a sold out crowd. In the seminar she demystified the 100 point wine rating system used by Robert Parker, Wine Enthusiast magazine and other publications. Guests tasted 5 wines and generated their own ratings for each using the process. In the end, everyone learned that rating wine can be subjective. The takeaway was to taste lots of wines and to use the ratings along with their own judgment. Afterwards Laurie signed copies of her book The Sipping Point book and answered questions from the crowd. Other seminars were led by Jim Bernau, founder of Willamette Valley Vineyards, importer Robert Kacher and The Wetzels from Alexander Valley Vineyards. Chef demonstrations were also a hit with this culinary crowd who learned some tricks of the trade from Roberto Donna, Executive Chef of Bebo Trattoria, Vikram Garg—Executive Chef of Halekulani Hotel in Hawaii and St Michaels own Chef Mark Salter from The Inn at Perry Cabin.
Recently CITYPEEK Patti attended an event with Lisa Espada's DC-Maryland Pros in the City at my pal Tony The Chef's spot in Bethesda-VISIONS.We took part in a seafood cooking class and sampled delicious seared diver scallops i with cheddar grits (correct, I didn't eat them, it is passover), Caribbean grilled shrimp with strawberry salsa and mojito drizzle, clams in garlic butter,and a flour-less Belgian chocolate cake.
Catch the next Lisa Espada culinary dine-around w/Pros in the City DC/ No Va i http://www.citypeek.com/washington-dc/event/pros-city-dc-culinary-dine-a...
In Baltimore: Vellegia's is now undergoing a soft reopening. We hear they used to serve a terrific osso buco.
NANCY LONGO's PIERPOINT is coming up with a Male-only special wine dinner conducted by up & coming young Pierpoint Chef Eric and yours-truly--the event is just for bachelors looking to brush up on their etiquette and learn how to prepare a special, easy meal for their dates! Date TBD, but soon. 410-675-2080
The newest addition to Harbor East Restaurants-TALARA Latin Restaurant in Baltimore talarabaltimore.com is set to open in the next month, stay tuned. La Talara-Latin Tapas with a great upscale vibe in the next few weeks. Oh where, HarborEast. http://www.citypeek.com/baltimore/dining
The list of stores Starbucks Corp. is closing includes a pair in Greater Baltimore. A store at 300 N. Charles St. downtown will close, as well as a location in the Westfield Annapolis mall. (biz journals)* Starbucks closes stores, none in Kansas* Oregon stores not affected by Starbucks closures* Starbucks closes Charlotte store* Starbucks store shutdown hits 2 in Mass.The closures are part of about 200 stores — seven of which are in Maryland — the Seattle-based coffee company said it was shuttering across the U.S., as it struggles with the recession and a decline in revenue.
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FLOWERS 20% off: Wednesday is Administrative Assistant’s Day and May 10 is Mother’s Day. Remember to call your local Florist. We like Flowers & Fancies who is offering a special for WTL readers: Mention CITYPEEK.com and Flowers & Fancies is offering a 20% discount on all local delivery orders (in Central Maryland). Click on www.FlowersandFancies.com to view the most extensive selection of designs in Maryland or call 410-653-0600 for immediate service. http://www.flowersandfancies.com
FREE COCKTAIL for all LADIES: Nick’s Fish House is a delightful way to spend an afternoon, happy hour or to grab a quick bite. CITYPEEK suggests you settle in outside on the large deck facing the water with boats docked, eat from an assortment of fabulous seafood options from steamed crabs to shrimp salad or good American fare steak, burgers, wraps, grilled tuna. Their fabulous General Manager, Teri Betit says “Mention CITYPEEK.com and all ladies get a FREE drink.” Now that is one great 4-letter word. http://www.citypeek.com/baltimore/dining
20% off handbags:George-HANDBAGS IN THE CITY OWNER of Baltimore's Premier Boutique for Luxury Designers" Men and Women offers 20% off all purchases-mention CITYPEEK.com-CITYPEEK Patti. Find then in Harbor East. 2 Hour Free Parking in Whole Foods Garage!
GEPPI'S ENTERTAINMENT MUSEUM MUSEUM 20% discount in our GEM museum store to guests who mention CITYPEEK, this offers does not include sale or vintage items. http://www.citypeek.com/baltimore/entertainment
VASARRI WOMEN'S BOUTIQUE in PIKESVILLE: MENTION CITYPEEK.com great tote in yellow, red and blue, coated canvas by Maxx New York - price $178 and would be $50 off for CITYPEEK customers. Perfect for the beach or an easy everyday or overnight bag. 1 week only, limited supply. www.vasarri.com
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HOTELS:
OCEAN CITY FAGER's ISLAND AND THE EDGE:OCEAN CITY Hotels on the bayside: the Lighthouse Club & The Edge Hotels at Fager's Island, Ocean City, MD: Book either a Lightkeeper Suite at The Lighthouse Club or The Edge Hotel and receive a complimentary bottle of wine in your suite at check-in in additioin to Fager's famous Rum Punch on arrival at check-in.
HOTEL in Berlin Maryland: The Atlantic Hotel, Berlin's 1895 restored historic hotel, book a DeLuxe Room and receive a complimentary glass of wine at lunch or dinner in our gracious Drummer's Café. Offer good April 27 to May 20. 2009. You must mention hearing this from CITYPEEK.com when making your reservation in order to receive your complimentary gift. http://www.citypeek.com/eastern+shore/hotels
25% off any Spa Service at the Spa at the Doubletree Inn at the Colonnade from May 1 - June 30th. Please have the ladies call the Sales Department to book their appointment. Appointments must be booked one week prior. A full list of services our available at www.colonnadebaltimore.com. For more information please call the hotel directly @ 410-235-5400 and mention the CITYPEEK offer.
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Maryland’s Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille is crawling its way to develop 150 new franchised locations on the East Coast over the next five years.“It’s about slow and steady smart growth,” said Mike Sanford, CEO of the Edgewater-based sports bar chain, in an interview Tuesday. “And we are ready for it.”
Related News. Despite the recession’s grip on restaurants and bars, Sanford says the company sees opportunities for expansion. Job losses in the corporate sectors could increase the number of new entrepreneurs looking to start their own business, he said. (biz journal source.)
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