This past weekend was one for the books. We crossed off a couple more places from the bucket list and then some! It was our second-to-last weekend in the city so we had to take advantage as much as possible and it was so much fun.
Of Love and Regret
Love this place. As I mentioned in my bucket list post, we had been here before but wanted to head back once more and I’m so glad we did. The food is always fabulous and the drinks didn’t disappoint either.

Saison Darkly – Brewed with dark malts and burnt sugars then lightly spiced with rose hips, hibiscus, & schisandra berries

Vegetarian Bahn Mi Burrito – seared Asian Pâté (black beans, barley, scallions, & ginger), South Asian slaw, Sriracha sweet chili aioli, fresh basil & cilantro, wrapped in a grilled whole wheat tortilla + a baked sweet potato
Nathan surprised me and sprung for dessert. He usually doesn’t have much of a sweet tooth and this one was delicious.
Bluegrass Tavern
Another place that we’ve been to a couple times that didn’t make it on the bucket list post, but I knew we had to go back for Nathan. They make a smoked fried chicken to die for! It’s the perfect combination of smoke and crunch, plus they topped it with crispy brussels!
I was worried my Apple Cobbler cocktail would be too sweet but the bourbon balanced it nicely. I’d highly recommend anything that comes with a bourbon-soaked apple 😉

Charcuterie & Cheese Plate – Homemade Garlicwurst, Rabbit Black Truffle Terrine, Sharp Cows Milk Cheese, Pickled Okra, & Chutney
Lexington Market
FINALLY! Lexington Market is a Baltimore staple. Everyone I know that doesn’t even live in Baltimore has been to Lexington Market so I had to go and it was so worth it! On top of the crab cake, I also had a couple raw oysters [best I’ve ever had!] and a fresh Berger cookie. The chocolate literally melted in my mouth. You should really order some.. they’re worth every penny [and calorie].
This place is no frills. Just the way it should be.
The Food Market
This wasn’t an official bucket list place either since I was lucky enough to have a catered work brunch, but when my family wanted to get together for brunch, I figured it would be a good choice. Plus, I need to get all the blue crab I can before we go.
I guess you could say I really ate my way through the weekend. Every bite was fabulous and so much fun.. though the best part was all of the time I got to spend with my family. It was the perfect way to break up all of the packing!
Food for Thought
What food is your hometown known for?
With joints like those to eat at I’d be disappointed had you not ate your way through the weekend. Everything looks fantastic and worth very single bite!!
Haha it may be tough on my waistline, but that’s what sweater weather is for, right? 😉
What kind of Polar heart rate monitor do you have? I want one for Christmas 🙂
I have the Polar FT40 and highly recommend it!
I AM DYING I AM DYING EVERYTHING IS AMAZING EXCUSE ME WHILE I GO INTO A FOOD COMA.
Tell me about it! So much deliciousness.
All of that looks amazing. I freaking love Of Love and Regret and had a nice valentine’s day dinner a couple years ago at Bluegrass. And Food Market’s brunch is amazing. STILL haven’t been to Lexington market to get a crabcake but you’ve convinced me I must!
Oh you definitely have to visit Lexington Market. And in addition to the crab cake you MUST get the fresh Berger cookie! I wanted to take a picture but the 1″ of chocolate icing was melting in my hand. YUM!
That crab cake looks delicious! My hometown is known for its chili (Skyline), pizza (LaRosa’s) and ice cream (Graeter’s).
It was so good! I’m so glad I made time to go there 🙂 I’ve been on a big ice cream kick lately.. sounds wonderful!
I should not have just read this post while I’m hungry. Seriously???? You eat so well! Where’s my invite? 😉
Ha! You’re more than welcome to come eat with me whenever you want 😉
thanks for the kind words.. and get this.. you’re in luck, because i am working on a place in SF next year.. yes! ;7
Oh you 100% just made my entire day!! I cannot wait! I’ll definitely keep an eye out 🙂