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or Baltimore restaurants , highquality dining means more than serving a good meal . Rather , it ’ s about establishing meaningful relationships with the people who grow , distribute and consume their food to forge a sustainable culinary community . It ’ s common for restaurants here to proudly advertise their partnerships with local farmers and bakers on their menus , and Baltimore eateries are always collaborating to create new culinary experiences for their diners .
“ Restaurant owners get more excited about collaborations with each other versus the big brand names ,” said Simone Phillips , the creative force behind the popular food blog Charm City Table . “ They genuinely want to support one another .”
As her more than 231,000 Instagram followers know , Phillips is no stranger to a good meal , as her culinary adventures have taken her all over Maryland and Washington , D . C . Still , she attests that Baltimore ’ s commitment to sustainability sets its food scene apart from other cities .
“ It makes me as a food blogger feel very connected to the food because you get to know the people who raised the ingredients and the restaurant owners who create the dishes ,” said Phillips . “ It adds another layer of connectedness to the dining experience .”
Here ’ s a glimpse into how some Charm City restaurants connect the community to their environment with every meal .
Foraged
Foraged is the brainchild of Chef Chris Amendola , who blends wild-foraged or sustainably farmed ingredients into every dish . A James Beard Award semifinalist in the Best Chef : Mid-Atlantic category in 2023 , Amendola crafts a new menu weekly . Each plate is designed for communal dining , allowing you to either curate your own a la carte selections or let Foraged lead you on a savory adventure . Whichever path you choose , you can expect a rich array of hyper-seasonal flavors sourced from across Maryland , Pennsylvania and Virginia that will inspire lively conversations among you and your friends . 1709 N . Charles St .
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