Eat, Drink and Be Merry-Land Mouthwatering Maryland crab cakes paired with a diverse list of microbrews, wines and spirits set the stage for a tantalizing East Coast destination for food lovers. BY JOHN HOUSER FOOD & BEVERAGE Group enjoying crabs on the water, Annapolis Crab is king in Maryland, and there’s no better place to get your fill in all manner of styles than along the state’s Crab & Oyster Trail. Taste favorites from homemade lump crabcakes to the rich cream of crab soup at G&M Restaurant in Linthicum Heights. For the adventurous, a soft-shell crab from Captain Pat’s Seafood in Lexington Park is an entrée to be relished. The ultimate Maryland food experience, a steamed crab feast at Harris Crab House in Grasonville is certain to feed both appetite and soul. 32 ✥ VISITMARYLAND.ORG | 1-877-333-4455 CHESAPEAKE SEAFOOD SUPERIORITY Shellfish aren’t the only bay-to-table delicacy inspiring Maryland menus. The state fish, the rockfish (striped bass) with its delicate yet memorable flavor, is savored all across Maryland. Many take it to another level topped off with Crab Imperial for a truly indulgent meal. Another regional favorite is the “coddie,” a small patty of potato and codfish that is breaded, fried, cooled and then traditionally served on a cracker with mustard. Try it at Attman’s Deli in Baltimore (serving corned beef since 1951). PHOTOS: VISIT ANNAPOLIS; G&M RESTAURANT; JASMIN HEJAZI; OYSTER RECOVERY PARTNERSHIP With its perch on the Chesapeake Bay, it’s no surprise Maryland is known for having great seafood, but that’s only the beginning of our culinary chops. Between modern eateries in trendy neighborhoods, fantastic breweries, up-and-coming distilleries, celebrity-chef-driven food cathedrals and quirky, local sweets and treats, Maryland is a gastronomic destination that begs to be savored. Oysters—the majestic pearls of the Chesapeake Bay—are always on the menu in myriad ways. Whether you like them fried lightly in cornmeal, raw on the half shell with a squeeze of lemon or poached in a velvety soup, they are never better than when fresh from the bay like at Jerry’s Place in Solomons Island. For a genuine Maryland experience, try them playfully served in shot glasses with your choice of cocktail sauce or a beer.
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