Arts + Lifestyle

  1. Art of the Photograph

    by Christianna McCausland | August 5, 2010

    The value of fine art photography.

  2. Farm Fresh Cuisine

    by Jennifer K. Dansicker | August 2, 2010

    Local chefs highlight fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

  3. The Traveling Gourmet

    by Tony Foreman | June 8, 2010

    Spain and Italy abound with history, culture, and cuisine.

  4. Summer Getaways

    by Jennifer K. Dansicker | June 8, 2010

    Luxury summer escapes for golfers, bird watchers, and nature enthusiasts.

  5. Allegheny Getaway

    by Dennis Hockman | May 21, 2010

    A recent trip to Western Maryland combined great architecture, fine food, serene accomodations, and a few surprises.  On a tip from one of the magazine’s favorite architectural photographers Anne Gummerson, I booked a weekend at the Savage River Lodge in the mountains near Frostburg, Maryland.  The lodge itself is home to a great restaurant and [...]

  6. Vegetarian Cooking

    by Tony Foreman | March 31, 2010

    The season of fresh fruits and vegetables is upon–these great recipes make the best of nature’s bounty.

  7. Buying Antiques in 2010

    by Dennis Hockman | February 1, 2010

    Tips for buying antiques in the new economy.

  8. The Art Of Buying Art

    by Jennifer K. Dansicker | February 1, 2010

    Whether you have hundreds or thousands of dollars to spend purchasing art, experts agree that you should only buy the work that you are willing to live with for the rest of your life. We talk to local gallery owners and experts as well as art collectors throughout the region for a “how to” on [...]

  9. Celebrating Special Occasions

    by Jennifer K. Dansicker | November 2, 2009

    Readers Choose Their Favorite Places to Dine, Shop and Getaway.

    Stop and think about what makes you feel excited about your life. Is it traveling?  Fine dining? A fast, slick beautiful car?  Or a day of shopping? The good life is about experiencing the simple pleasures that come with living a luxury lifestyle.
    We polled our readers [...]

  10. First Class Resorts

    by Jennifer K. Dansicker | October 29, 2009

    Enjoying world-class travel doesn’t mean you have to travel the world. In just a matter of a few hours, residents of the greater Chesapeake Bay region can travel by car to luxury resorts on par with the finest anywhere.

    Life is hectic and filled with challenges—and most of us just keep pushing through to the next [...]