The Annapolis Insider

Mary Ann Treger shares news and views from around town.

I don’t think too many Annapolitans shed a tear when Morton’s Steakhouse closed at Park Place.  Too pricey. Too snooty.

Fortunately, this great upper West Street location will soon become home to The Annapolis Grill, a casual Tommy Bahama-ish eatery.

Right now painters, carpenters… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 08/20/10 at 03:02 PM

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I never thought I’d have a thing in common with Ehrlich or O’Malley but here I am shamelessly asking for your vote.     

Fortunately you don’t have to endure campaign speeches or promises I can’t keep.  And I guarantee you that a vote for… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 07/01/10 at 12:53 PM

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Calling all Diva darlings! The high-style downtown boutique is opening a second Diva next week at Annapolis Harbour Center, right next door to Starbucks. It promises to have the same chic point of view as Diva downtown,… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 06/11/10 at 07:10 AM

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But there’s lots more to talk about at Capital Custom Tailors, in addition to great prices.

For starters, I like the friendly non-intimidating environment. On a warm sunny day when I stop by this new Maryland Avenue… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 04/18/10 at 01:24 PM

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Classical music drifts through the air. Wood floors under my feet soothe my achy back.  The complimentary coffee sample seals the deal. I’m lingering at Fresh Market, a new kind of store that makes grocery shopping a delightful experience.

Instead of tossing the fruit and… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 03/11/10 at 03:17 PM

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Never thought I’d think of a wine store as classy, hip and fun to browse but Bin 201 at Annapolis Towne Center is all three. 

Let’s start with ambiance. Each time I stop by a Nora Jones song or moody… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 01/21/10 at 02:30 PM

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Cold temps got you down?  Cheer up with a cup of rich, decadent Italian hot cocoa at Aromi d’Italia, 8 Dock Street, downtown Annapolis. 

Italians know a thing or two about fine food. And, wine. And, they certainly know their… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 12/22/09 at 10:48 AM

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Gosh, I hate that worn out cliché, “Something for everyone.”  But that is the first thing that comes to mind as I stroll through Kokopelli, a new arrival on Main Street in the former Chesapeake Trading Company location.

My… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 11/24/09 at 04:33 PM

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I can’t take my eyes off it.

The blue and gold and glittery handbag in the shape of the Eiffel Tower sits on a shelf behind the register. It is outrageous. It is perfect.  I want it. … read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 10/12/09 at 03:05 PM

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Colors patterns, textures. Get ready to be overwhelmed by all three when you step inside Karavan, Treasures from Turkey a new shop at 109 Main Street.

Turkish rugs, upholstered stools, plates and bowls plus dozens of hand blown glass lanterns embellish… read more

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on 09/08/09 at 08:16 AM

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