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The Food & Drink Edition

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There are few things in life that have the power to bring people together quite like food. It can turn strangers into friends, neighbors into community and an ordinary Tuesday night into a memory you somehow carry for the rest of your life. It gives us reasons to linger at the table, traditions to pass down, stories to retell—and, if we’re fortunate, recipes that become part of the family lore. This photo is a pretty perfect example. My six siblings and I recently gathered at Caboose Farm to celebrate our parents’ 50th wedding anniversary with a party and reunion. We ate, laughed, reminisced and undoubtedly talked over one another given there are now 25 people in our immediate family. What I’ll remember most isn’t necessarily everything we ate that week—although the menu was pretty fire—it’s that we were all there. Together. Around a table. Making more memories. That, to me, is the magic of food. And it’s exactly what I hope you feel as you explore this edition. Yes, there are delicious things to cook, sip and serve. But there are also stories of creativity, community, tradition and the people who pour a little—or a lot—of themselves into creating experiences for others. Because food is rarely just food. It can be an expression of culture. A creative outlet. A business built from a dream. A way to welcome someone in. A reason to celebrate. And sometimes, it’s simply the thing that gets everyone to put down their phones and stay awhile. As we head into the season of gatherings, I hope this edition inspires you to do exactly that. Don’t worry so much about making everything perfect. Order the dessert. Try the new cocktail. Let someone else handle the details when you need to. Pull out the recipe your family has loved forever—or make a new one worthy of becoming a tradition. And whatever ends up on your table, make room for the good stuff: the people you love, the stories you’ve heard a hundred times, the ones you’re hearing for the first time and the memories you haven’t made yet. Because someday, those may be the things you remember most. Here’s to great food, full tables and the people who make them worth gathering around. Cheers,

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On the Cover Seasonal ingredients come together in a beautiful fall salad, offering a fresh, colorful introduction to Lauren Lane’s collection of comforting recipes designed for gathering and celebrating. Photography: Janie Jones

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1-7: Hawkins Landscaping is the perfect setting for the Annual Frederick County Chamber of Commerce’s August Business Card Exchange, welcoming local business professionals to its beautiful Thurmont property for an evening designed to connect and unwind. With manicured landscaping, towering trees, inviting tents and plenty of space to gather, the Hawkins team created an atmosphere that felt both elegant and relaxed. Guests enjoyed the chance to step outside the office, meet new people and strengthen existing relationships in a setting that showcased the beauty and hospitality Hawkins Landscaping brings to everything they touch. It was a memorable evening—and a wonderful example of local businesses creating opportunities for community. Photography by Light Kamasse, Owner of Ciel Creative Studios

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8-14: There was no shortage of reasons to linger at Hawkins Landscaping. The Skatt Daddy Band kept the evening groovy with live music, while guests enjoyed delicious offerings from two food trucks, along with local beer and wine vendors. Conversations flowed as easily as the drinks, with business owners and professionals from across Frederick County connecting, laughing and enjoying the summer evening together. And then there was Bear, the owners’ Saint Bernard, who made more than one appearance—and may have quietly stolen the show. Between great food, music, networking and a very lovable four-legged host, this Business Card Exchange was one to remember. HawkinsLandscaping.com Photography by Light Kamasse, Owner of Ciel Creative Studios

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In Frederick, SOUL Street is building more than a marketplace—it’s creating opportunities for connection, discovery and lasting impact. We sat down with Jarad Bowens, board member of SOUL Street, to learn more about the organization’s mission and vision, along with the many ways the community can get involved and help support its work. FOR READERS DISCOVERING SOUL STREET FOR THE FIRST TIME, WHAT IS THE HEART BEHIND THIS ORGANIZATION? WHAT INSPIRED ITS CREATION? • At its heart, SOUL Street is about creating space for Blackowned businesses, entrepreneurs, creatives and community members to be seen, supported and celebrated. Inequality and injustice inspired and motivated us to provide a space to create generational wealth in the Black community and create more opportunities for Black entrepreneurs to connect with customers and get the support they need to be successful. THE MISSION GOES FAR BEYOND HOSTING MARKETS. HOW DOES SOUL STREET STRENGTHEN FREDERICK’S COMMUNITY? • SOUL Street creates opportunities for people to build relationships that might not otherwise happen. Entrepreneurs meet other entrepreneurs. Residents discover businesses they didn’t know existed. Young people see examples of people who look like them building businesses and creating opportunities. And the community gets opportunities to celebrate Black culture in a way that is joyful, inclusive and accessible to everyone.

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MANY VENDORS ARE PASSIONATE FOOD ENTREPRENEURS, MAKERS AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS. WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED FROM GETTING TO KNOW THEM? • I’ve learned that behind every small business is a person with a story, a dream and a tremendous amount of resilience. When you support a local business, you’re not just buying a product, you’re investing directly in someone’s vision and future.

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HOW DOES FOOD HELP TELL THE STORIES OF THE ENTREPRENEURS YOU WORK WITH? • Food carries culture, family and personal history, so sharing it gives people an opportunity to share their stories. It creates a natural way for people from different backgrounds and generations to connect. WHAT CAN VISITORS EXPECT FROM THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY MARKET? • The SOUL Street Holiday Market is really a celebration of community disguised as a shopping event. Visitors can expect great local businesses, food, music, culture and an opportunity to discover unique gifts while supporting someone’s entrepreneurial journey. CAN YOU SHARE A STORY OF A VENDOR WHOSE BUSINESS HAS BEEN MEANINGFULLY IMPACTED THROUGH SOUL STREET? • One of the most rewarding things has been watching vendors like BK Juices, K’s Banana Bread and Carmen’s Kitchen, who started with us at smaller events, grow their confidence, customer base and businesses over time. Seeing someone take that first step and then continue building is a big part of why SOUL Street exists.

“When you support a local business, you’re not just buying a product, you’re investing directly in someone’s vision and future. WHEN SOMEONE SHOPS AT A SOUL STREET MARKET, WHAT ARE THEY REALLY SUPPORTING BEYOND THE PURCHASE? • They’re supporting someone’s dream, family and future. Every purchase is a vote for the kind of community we want to build, one where local entrepreneurs have the opportunity to thrive. WHAT IS THE VISION FOR SOUL STREET OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS? • Over the next five years, we envision SOUL Street as a lasting platform for Black entrepreneurship, cultural connection and community development in Frederick. The community can help by showing up, shopping local, sharing these businesses with others and finding ways to invest in the entrepreneurs we’re working to uplift. Stay tuned for details on upcoming events at MySoulStreet.com and on Instagram and Facebook @mysoulstreet. OCTOB ER 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / F R E D E R I C K

ONE BOTTLE, THREE DRINKS The Thyme-Honey Smash The easiest pour if you're new to bourbon INGREDIENTS: • 2 oz bourbon • ¾ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice • ½ oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water) • 3–4 fresh thyme sprigs, plus one to garnish • Large ice sphere or cube To make: Press the thyme gently in the bottom of a shaker (enough to wake up the oils, not enough to shred it). Add bourbon, lemon, honey syrup, and ice. Shake hard, strain over a large ice sphere, and finish with a thyme sprig and a strip of lemon peel. Honey syrup keeps for two weeks in the fridge and improves nearly every whiskey drink it touches.

The Old Fashioned Four ingredients. That's the drink.

The Amber Hour BOURBON, THREE WAYS Bourbon carries a certain mystique: dim lighting, hushed tones, a vocabulary all its own. Cut through it and here's what you'll actually find: a spirit that does more with three ingredients than most bottles manage with ten. Shaken with lemon and honey, it goes bright. Stirred with bitters over one good cube, it turns deep and unhurried. Add vermouth and a proper cherry, and you've got the drink that's been quietly holding up hotel bars for a century. One good bottle, a few minutes, a comfortable chair. Everything else is just details.

Speak Bourbon Like You Mean It THE WHISKEY AISLE READS LIKE A SECRET HANDSHAKE. HERE'S THE QUICK TRANSLATION. • • • • •

Wheated: softer, sweeter, leans toward baked goods. High-Rye: more pepper, more spice, more backbone. Single Barrel: one barrel, one personality, quirks included. Bottled-in-Bond: one distillery, four years minimum, 100 proof. Finished: aged a second time in port, sherry, or rum casks.

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INGREDIENTS: • 2 oz bourbon • ¼ oz demerara or simple syrup • 2–3 dashes aromatic bitters • Large ice cube • Orange peel, to garnish To make: Stir bourbon, syrup, and bitters with ice for a full 30 seconds (longer than feels reasonable — the dilution is part of the recipe). Strain over one large cube. Pinch the orange peel skin-side down over the drink so the oils mist across the surface, run it around the rim, and drop it in. Demerara syrup, two parts raw sugar to one part water, brings a toffee depth that plain sugar can't reach. Classic: orange peel only. Dressed up: add a brandied cherry alongside the peel for a little sweetness and color.

The Manhattan The drink that built a century of hotel bars. INGREDIENTS: • 2 oz bourbon • 1 oz sweet vermouth • 2 dashes aromatic bitters • Cocktail cherry, to garnish To make: Stir everything with plenty of ice until the mixing glass frosts over, then strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a real cocktail cherry (dark, rich, worth every penny of the jar). Park the coupe in the freezer while you stir. A warm glass undoes thirty seconds of careful work in about a minute.

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A FESTIVE BOURBON EXPERIENCE AT WAREHOUSE CINEMAS When the leaves turn and evenings start calling for something festive, bourbon seems to belong everywhere: with the sunset, beside a fire or paired with an evening out. But not every great bourbon moment needs to happen behind your own bar. Sometimes the best way to enjoy a festive drink is to let someone else do the shaking and more importantly, the cleanup. For an October outing, Warehouse Cinemas is a natural place to settle in with a seasonal bourbon drink before the lights go down. Their Caramel Apple Slushie brings the flavors of fall into a playful, frozen bourbon cocktail. It is sweet, crisp and unmistakably festive, with the familiar warmth of bourbon balanced by the cozy appeal of caramel and apple. And that spirit of fun is exactly what makes Warehouse feel like more than a place to watch a movie. Independently owned and operated, Warehouse Cinemas builds its experience around first-run films, excellent food and drinks, impressive picture and sound and heated leather recliner seating. Their movie-themed events and genuinely helpful staff add another reason to make an evening of it. There is also something distinctly local about the experience. Warehouse keeps its advertising local, giving Frederick businesses and organizations a place to connect with moviegoers through previews, while its special events and seasonal offerings keep the theater connected to the community it serves. So, if your bourbon ambitions stop somewhere between “I’d love a cocktail” and “I absolutely do not want to make one,” consider that your sign. Grab the Caramel Apple Slushie, sink into a warm, roomy recliner and let Warehouse handle the rest. Frederick.WarehouseCinemas.com INGREDIENTS: • Apple Cider • Cinnamon Whiskey • Caramel Apple Butter • Apple slices • Whipped cream • Caramel drizzle • Cinnamon sugar OCTOB ER 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / F R E D E R I C K

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Drink Out side t he L ines Where Creative Drinks, Local Makers and Community Come Together ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHAE BARRIOS At RAK Brewing Co., there’s always something new to pour. From hop-forward beers and colorful cocktails to collaborations with fellow Frederick makers, the brewery has built a reputation for creativity without taking itself too seriously. We connected with the RAK team to get a taste of what’s going into the glass.

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• Riverbend Malt • Helio Gazer Thiolized Yeast • Citra & Nectaron Hops Kindness Kills is a vibrant, hop-forward beer built on a foundation of Riverbend Malt and brewed with Helio Gazer, a thiolized yeast from Omega Yeast. The specialty yeast helps unlock and amplify naturally occurring tropical aromatics, allowing the hops to really shine. Citra and Nectaron hops bring layers of bright citrus and lush tropical fruit, creating an expressive, aromatic beer with plenty of character. It’s a great example of the creativity and experimentation behind RAK’s approach to brewing.

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VIOLET BUTTERFLY

• Lemonade • Violet Syrup • Butterfly Pea Flower As striking as it is refreshing, Violet Butterfly blends bright lemonade with delicate violet syrup and butterfly pea flower for a colorful, floral-forward drink. Inspired by a beverage served at EPCOT, RAK put its own spin on the combination, balancing the tartness of lemonade with subtle floral sweetness. The butterfly pea flower gives the drink its signature vivid hue, making Violet Butterfly one of those cocktails that catches your eye before you ever take the first sip.

RAK YARD PUNCH

• Dangrous Summer Rum • Peach Schnapps • Triple Sec • Cranberry Juice • Orange Juice RAK Yard Punch is a bright, refreshing cocktail made for kicking back and enjoying time in the Yard. Featuring Dangrous Summer Rum from True Standard Distilling, it combines rum with peach schnapps, triple sec, cranberry juice and orange juice for a fruity, citrus-forward sip with a balance of sweetness and tartness. The cocktail also gives us the opportunity to highlight another local maker and the collaborative spirit within Frederick’s craft beverage community. We love being able to work with businesses like True Standard and create something that brings both brands together in a way that feels authentically Frederick.

WHAT GOES INTO THE GLASS MATTERS

At RAK, we care about what goes into the glass. Whether we’re brewing a beer, building a cocktail or collaborating with another local maker, quality ingredients and thoughtful choices matter to us. At the same time, we don’t think good drinks need to be overcomplicated. We like experimenting, playing with unexpected flavors and creating things that are just as fun to drink as they are thoughtfully made. RAKbrewing.com

UPCOMING AT RAK

September 20 – Yoga & Mimosas: A Brunch Experience A Sunday morning experience beginning with a beginner-friendly yoga class led by Table2Mat Yoga, followed by brunch and mimosas in the Lounge. October 24 – RAKtoberfest RAK puts its own spin on Oktoberfest with RAKtoberfest, a fall celebration centered around great beer, good food and the kind of community atmosphere we love creating here at the brewery. October 29 – Which Way 5K with Charm City Run RAK is excited to partner with Charm City Run for its annual Halloween-themed Which Way 5K, bringing runners and the community together at RAK. November 4 – Jan 3 – Holiday Pop-Up Bar RAK Brewing Co. is teaming up with True Standard Distilling to bring a little extra holiday magic to the season, transforming into a nostalgic holiday pop-up bar. December 5 – Naughty & Dice RAK Brewing Co. and TGP Homes come together for Naughty & Dice, a holiday-season event bringing a little fun and festive mischief to RAK. December 19 – RAK’s 3rd Birthday We’re celebrating three years of RAK! A birthday celebration marking three years of great beer, creativity, community and all the people who have helped make RAK what it is today.

THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING

Beyond our larger events, RAK has become a place where there is always a reason to stop in. • Happy Hour Monday through Friday • Pour House Trivia every Tuesday and Wednesday • ThorpeWood Nature on Tap Speaker Series the second Tuesday of each month • Sunday Brunch every week We want RAK to feel like more than somewhere you stop for a beer. Whether you’re coming for a new beer release, brunch with friends, live music, a community event, a collaboration with another Frederick business or simply hanging out in the Yard, the goal is to create a place people genuinely want to spend time. OCTOB ER 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM / F R E D E R I C K

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The Hol id ay Host’s Sec ret We apon Smart Tips for Serving a Memorable Holiday Meal Without Doing It All Yourself

2. PREP NOW, RELAX LATER Erica’s biggest tip? Make lists. Create a prep list for the days leading up to the gathering, then a day-of timeline working backward from when you plan to eat. Pull out your china and platters. You can even set your table days in advance to mitigate stress.

4. GIVE YOURSELF SOME BREATHING ROOM Erica also recommends finishing proteins about an hour before serving. The extra time allows meat to rest and be carved while freeing the oven for reheating sides. 5. LET SOMEONE ELSE HANDLE IT And if you’d rather spend that hour with your guests than in the kitchen, outsourcing is always an option. Set the Table’s Thanksgiving dishes can be ordered ahead and delivered with reheating instructions. After all, the best holiday meal isn’t the one that required the most work. It’s the one that leaves everyone—including the host—with something to savor.

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1. PLAN A MENU THAT WORKS FOR YOU Build a menu with dishes that can be prepared ahead. Shrimp cocktail, dips, charcuterie, mashed potatoes, stuffing and vegetable casseroles can all be made in advance and reheated, keeping you out of the kitchen when guests arrive.

3. KNOW HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH For quantities, plan on about one pound of turkey per person, including the bones, and roughly one-third to one-half pound of each vegetable side per guest. For 10 guests, that’s about a 10-pound turkey, five pounds of potatoes and four pounds of carrots—with leftovers encouraged.

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Whether you plan to host family for holiday festivities or come together for a Friendsgiving you’ll need plenty of options to feed a crowd. Lauren Lane knows how to make everyone feel cared for and cozy. As a distinguished culinary influencer recently showcased on a Netflix cooking competition, Lauren has cemented her status as a prominent figure in the world of food and entertainment. We hope her recipes inspire you to slow down and gather around the table to feed the dreams of those you love. For tips on these comfort foods and more fall inspiration, visit Lauren-Lane.com.

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1 small white onion, peeled and diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 6 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock) 2 medium carrots, chopped in rounds 2 ribs celery, sliced in half moons 1 large (about 1 pound) sweet potato, peeled and chopped in large chunks 1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon Better than Bouillon, chicken flavor 1 cup uncooked wild rice 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced 2 large handfuls of kale, roughly chopped with thick stems removed Salt and pepper, to taste

Fall Vegetable, Kale & Rice Soup

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil over medium-high heat in a large stock pot. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Add in the chicken stock, carrots, celery, sweet potato, Herbes de Provence, bay leaf and Better than Bouillon. Stir to combine. 3. Add rice and bring to a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally. 4. Add kale and mushrooms and stir gently until combined. Cook for 3-5 minutes. 5. Taste and add more salt and pepper as needed. CONTINUED >

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1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced Salt and pepper, to taste

SALAD • 1 small head of butter lettuce, torn into pieces • 1 small head radicchio, core removed and torn into pieces • 1/2 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and very thinly sliced • 1 shallot, thinly sliced • 4 slices bacon, cooked and finely crumbled • 1 apple, thinly sliced • 1/2 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped • 2-3 ounces of goat cheese (optional) • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt and black pepper and whisk to combine. Taste, add more salt and pepper as desired. 2. Add Brussels sprouts to a bowl and toss with a small amount of the dressing. 3. Arrange lettuces, Brussels sprouts, apples and shallots on a platter. 4. Top with bacon, nuts and goat cheese if using. 5. Drizzle with additional salad dressing, to taste.

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Parmesan Bread Bites with Thyme Honey INGREDIENTS • 1 refrigerated pizza dough (store-bought or homemade pizza dough) • 6 tablespoons butter • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (heaping) • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan (use good quality Parmesan) • Honey and a few sprigs of thyme for serving

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Fall Fun Festival at Gaver Farm 5501 Detrick Rd., Mt. Airy | 10:00 AM Celebrate the vibrant colors and crisp air of autumn at Gaver Farm’s Fall Fun Festival. Enjoy over 65 exciting family attractions, including a sprawling 7-acre corn maze, giant slides, jumping pillows and friendly barnyard animals. Kids under 24 months are free, making this a perfect, action-packed fall outing for families and guests of all ages. VisitFrederick.org O C TOBE R 2 N D - 3 RD

Frederick October Fest Frederick Fairgrounds | 11:00 AM Raise a stein and celebrate German heritage with authentic food, live music, festive entertainment and plenty of fall fun. Frederick Oktoberfest brings the community together for a lively celebration featuring local flavors, traditional traditions and a spirited atmosphere for friends and family. FrederickOktoberFest.org O C TOBE R 3 RD

Frederick Festival of Flight Frederick Municipal Airport | 310 Aviation Way, Frederick | 9:00 AM Look to the skies at the fourth annual Frederick Festival of Flight. Explore aircraft on display and in flight, meet local aviation organizations and businesses, learn more about the airport and enjoy food trucks and vendors throughout the day. Admission is free, making this an easy fall outing for aviation enthusiasts and curious families alike. VisitFrederick.org O C TOBE R 3 RD

Weinberg Center’s Centennial Kickoff Weinberg Center for the Arts | 12:00 PM The Weinberg is opening its doors for a free open house event filled with live entertainment, silent film shorts, family-friendly activities, door prizes and more. Drop by anytime from 12 pm to 4 pm to explore Frederick’s unique historic theater, connect with the community and discover all the exciting experiences the upcoming season has in store. No ticket required. WeinbergCenter.org

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