The many sides of the Elkridge Furnace Inn

This Howard County historic gem bordering the Patapsco State Park and overlooking Deep Run stream is visually stunning. Circa 1744 the Elkridge Furnace Inn was resurrected by Chef Daniel Wecker when it was a shell of itself back in the 1980s. Since that time the Elkridge Furnace Inn has grown under the keen eye of Chef Wecker.  The restaurant is steeped in French culinary technique utilizing “organically” grown produce from their multiple gardens on their 10 acres.  

Along with the multiple gardens, there are fruit trees and a smokehouse where charcuterie is created by chef’s deft hands. The building itself has been resurrected into formal dining rooms and a small tavern area, each with its own personality and charm.  The linen tablecloths, subdued lighting and service staff who know when and where to be seen create an evening of intimacy – quite romantic.  

Watch the slideshow, video and read the full story HERE

April in Paris, the new Paris Ballroom in the Hotel Monaco

There were lots of ooh-la-las at the grand opening the Hotel Monaco’s Paris Ballroom. This makes the third ballroom for the historic building, taking special events space up to 9,500 square feet. Weddings, bar or bat mitzvahs, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, fundraisers all enjoy the beauty of this building - let’s not forget the grand marble staircase that is so breathtaking.

Check out the slideshow and read the full story HERE