Food + Beverage

The Element of Surprise

Cocktails from Truth and Beauty Bar & Kitchen Deliver the Unexpected Article by Emily Holland | Photography by Chris Martin of Convoy Creatives Relax. You’re at home. That’s what Truth and Beauty Bar & Kitchen proprietor Doug Vaira wants you to get out of a welcoming experience at his Carroll Creek eatery. Opened in March 2020, at the cusp of the pandemic, Truth and Beauty has weathered the storm and is still bringing delight to customers serving unpretentious American fare with a twist. The...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

A World of Flavor On Frederick's Table

Discover Global Flavors—Right Here at Home Article by Sierra Moore | Photography by Chris Martin of Convoy Creatives Frederick, MD, has grown into a vibrant community where diverse cultures and cuisines come together. This rich culinary landscape is showcased in the city’s dynamic foodie scene. We had the pleasure of visiting seven local restaurants that are bringing a world of flavors to Frederick’s table. Let’s explore the spices, signature dishes and unique stories behind these kitchens. ...

September 2024

Food + Beverage

A Born Chef, A Personal Touch

Set the Table’s Erica Wildberger Combines Culinary Passion and Health Article by Emily Holland | Photography by Chris Martin of Convoy Creatives It takes some of us a long time to find and develop our purpose, but not Erica Wildberger of Frederick’s Set the Table.  “I always wanted to be a chef,” she says.  She loved to cook and provide meals for friends and neighbors as early as middle school, and after high school, she went straight to the Culinary Institute of America in New York to earn...

September 2024

Wellness

Finding Relief from IBS

Faith-Fueled Precision for Powerful Women with Dr. Castiblanco Article by Dr. Diana Castiblanco | Photography by Kristi Lynn Photography Finding Relief from IBS: Faith-Fueled Precision for Powerful Women with Dr. Castiblanco Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is more than just an uncomfortable inconvenience; it’s a life-altering condition affecting millions of women across the U.S. For the 5% of the population dealing with IBS, daily life becomes a battle with unpredictable symptoms like severe...

September 2024