DINING TRENDS
Newly-opened Libbey’s Coastal Kitchen + Cocktails boasts some of the best outdoor dining views of the Chesapeake Bay in the region.
Savor the Chesapeake Restaurant news and culinary trends throughout the Chesapeake Bay region By Megan Kotelchuck
It is finally summer and if the beautiful weather and the kids being home doesn’t make you a believer, then having the June issue of What’s Up? magazine in your hands certainly should! The June issue is for dining, dining, dining! In addition to our Savor the Chesapeake column, the Summer Dining Guide 2022 is a can’t miss feature.
On the Restaurant Scene... After nearly two years of being closed, Mangia Italian Grill & Sports Bar has reopened its doors. Mangia originally closed in March of 2020 to help combat the spread of COVID-19 and undergo renovations. The Downtown Annapolis restaurant reopened at the end of February with a limited menu and new look. Because it was closed for so long, the owners must reacquire a liquor license, but that isn’t stopping them from putting delicious food on the table. Mangia did their part to slow the spread, now it is time for you to do your part to support the restaurant and their staff. Hemmingway’s Restaurant in Stevensville was a landmark at the Bay Bridge Marina until they closed their doors at the end of October. The restaurant recently reopened and was rebranded as Libbey’s Coastal Kitchen + Cocktails. Not only does Libbey’s have some of the best views of the bay, it also focuses on high-quality service, food, and beverages. Libbey’s uses fresh and local ingredients to continue the Eastern Shore tradition. Find more information and book your table today at libbeyscoastalkitchen.com. 108
What’s Up? Eastern Shore | June 2022 | whatsupmag.com
How many whiskeys are enough whiskeys? Well, according to Chicken + Whiskey, the limit does not exist. Chicken + Whiskey opened its second location in the Columbia Mall and have even more in the works. The original location in Washington, D.C., and the Columbia location offer 99 whiskeys and South American rotisserie chicken, which has been brined for 12 hours and slow cooked over wood charcoal to 185 degrees. Find more information, a full menu, and complete list of the whiskeys carried at chickenandwhiskey.com. Did you hear the rumor that had the whole town talking? On April Fools, Chick & Ruth’s Delly posted a note to their followers on Facebook saying, “To our Annapolis family, these last 50+ years have been a delight, and it’s sad to see our time go.” They continued, saying “As per today, Chick & Ruth’s will be moving from Annapolis, MD to Ocean City, MD. We loved every minute of our time in Annapolis, and we have so many cherished, beautiful memories at this little shop. Just know that you all will forever be in our hearts as we continue our journey into the future of Chick & Ruth’s.” Did you fall for the prank? Spoiler Alert: Chick & Ruth’s continues to reside Annapolis and keep its breakfast traditions alive. St. Michaels Community Center has a new addition: Chef Sean Raspberry. Chef Raspberry’s name may sound familiar because he has also worked at the Inn at Perry Cabin, Harrison’s Harbour Lights, Bistro St. Michaels, and Out of the Fire. With his new role at SMCC, he will be expanding the culinary programs and create healthy, nutritious menus for SMCC’s Community Café. At the same
