The Turn House in Columbia: Seasonal dining at its best!

There is a real sense of warmth and hospitality with the staff at Columbia’s The Turn House Restaurant and that is a trickle down from owner and chef, Tom Zippelli beliefs.  Zipelli’s CV lists him working at world renowned Michelin starred restaurants:  Eleven Madison Park and The French Laundry, both known for locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.  Chef Zippelli is zealous about supporting local farmers and producers with menus that reflect that respect of the land and sea.

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Maryland's only pop up Christmas cocktail Bar: Miracle on Magothy Beach

What started approximately 4 years ago, a Christmas themed pop up bar with all the holiday decorations and clever designed cocktails, has grown into an international phenomenon. This year almost 100 Miracle™ Christmas Pop Up Bars are participating.  Christmas lights, tinsel, and holiday décor set the tone while cocktails like Christmaspolitans, Jingle Bell Nogs, Naughty or Nice Shots take holiday ‘spirits’ to the next level. 

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Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin's theories on pizza

Author of Game of Thrones, George R. R. Martin's shares his theories on New York City pizza and the best places where you might find Daenerys Targaryen, John Snow or anyone from the Lannister family.  Just published is a new book by the author, Fire & Blood, 300 years before a Game of Thrones (A Targaryen History).

Do note that the true authority on pizza is Daniel Young who compiled  a world-wide compilation of Where to Eat Pizza.