IT ’ S NO SECRET THAT CHARM CITY TAKES ITS FOOD SERIOUSLY . AFTER ALL , THERE ’ S A REASON OUR RESTAURANTS ARE PRAISED IN BON APPETIT , ESQUIRE AND MORE . So , what better way to welcome your guests to Baltimore than with a small taste of our world-class culinary scene ? From experimental tea blends to branded strawberries and confections made from family recipes , the homegrown snacks and sips on this list make perfect additions to any welcome bag , thank-you gift or table spread .
Aunt Kelly ’ s Cookies
Growing up in Baltimore , Kelly Simmons spent any spare change she had on butter crunch cookies . Eventually , with the help of her grandma , she perfected her own recipe and opened Aunt Kelly ’ s Cookies to share her love for baking with her hometown . Located on the historic Antique Row of Mount Vernon , this Black-owned business is the only local bakery offering the famous butter crunch cookie . Other flavors offered include butter pecan , oatmeal raisin , walnut chocolate chip and chocolate brownie — in other words , something delicious for everyone in your party . AuntKellysCookies . com
Berries by Quicha
When brainstorming amenities , chocolate-covered strawberries may not be top of mind , but Berries by Quicha has quickly established itself as the go-to spot for custom treats among celebrities and companies alike . Owner LaQuicha Brown has designed berries for President Obama , Beyoncé , Under Armour , Amazon , Johns Hopkins University and more , thanks to her ability to turn almost any logo or photo into a chocolate-covered treat ! BerriesbyQuicha . com
Charm City Chocolate
Located on The Avenue in the quirky Hampden neighborhood , Charm City Chocolate marries the nostalgic feeling of retro candy shops with modern flavors inspired by Maryland . Owners Todd and Michelle Zimmerman use the finest ingredients sourced from sustainable growers around the world to create their premium sweets . They hand-dip their chocolate-covered pretzels , graham crackers and berries and hand-mix their truffle centers using family recipes . For a welcome amenity that screams Charm City , consider the Old Bay-infused Chesapeake Crunch confection or chocolates stamped with the Natty Boh logo , the Utz logo , “ hon ” and more . MyCurbsideChocolate . com
Natasha ’ s Just Brittle
For a welcome amenity that ’ s sure to impress your guests , skip the standard processed snacks and opt instead for Natasha ’ s Just Brittle . The Black-owned business ’ s gourmet popcorn , crunchy brittle and melt-in-your-mouth chocolates are made with real , wholesome ingredients ( no preservatives here !) and a satisfying dose of hometown pride . Owner Natasha Brown-Wainwright can create one-of-a-kind favors for your desired audience , and wholesale prices are available . Natasha ’ s Just Brittle also hosts sip-and-paint classes in its expanded café space on Harford Road , making it the perfect locale for a private event or team-building exercise . JustBrittles . com
Thread Coffee Roasters
Why settle for standard hotel coffee when you and your guests can enjoy a specialty brew each morning courtesy of Thread Coffee e Roasters ? Not your typical coffee company , Thread stands out for its commitment to sourcing from and uplifting smallholder coffee e farms by going above fair-trade standards for pay and eco-friendly practices . Thread is also a worker-owned company that prioritizes queer , female and
BIPOC voices . As for the coffee e itself , the rich smell of the beans alone will transport you to their country of origin before you even take a sip ( but trust us , you ’ ll want to keep sipping ). See their website for wholesale opportunities . ThreadCoffee . com
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