Wine lovers have been saying good things about Grapes Wine Bar in Annapolis ever since it opened. Not far from the Stone Point apartments, the owner Patrick Bouculat has been working diligently to foster the wine culture of the region, and it’s definitely paying off. The selection here is outstanding, and not only highlights some… (Continue reading)
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts: Experience Culture
An impressive performance hall can serve as a gathering place for the entire community — used for music, dramatic performances, and other cultural events. Annapolis is proud to be the home of the Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, convenient to the Mariner Bay apartments. This multi-disciplinary arts center was started in 1979. It was… (Continue reading)
Sin Fronteras Café in Annapolia: South of the Border Favorites
Sin Fronteras Cafe is a Mexican restaurant that has been serving up authentic Mexican and Latin American food with a Cuban flair to regular diners for years now. In 2010, partners Walter Vasquez and Wilmer Romero opened the restaurant, and brought together a dream team of four chefs to infuse the menu with their own… (Continue reading)
Carlson’s Thai Kitchen in Annapolis: Traditional Thai
From its modest exterior, you might be surprised to discover that Carlson’s in Annapolis, convenient to the Mariner Bay apartments, serves up some of the very best Thai cuisine in the area. That may be partially due to the fact that the only sign on the building reads “Carlson’s Donuts". To clarify, yes, this is… (Continue reading)
Sofi’s Crepes: A Taste of Paris in Annapolis
In France, crepes are considered a great options for any meal, yet here in the U.S. we usually consider them a breakfast or dessert item, and enjoy them filled with sweet and tasty jams and topped with fresh whipped cream. But — take a hint from the French — they can also make fabulous savory… (Continue reading)
Lewnes’ Steakhouse: Steak Done Right in Annapolis
Lewnes' Steakhouse offers the classic steakhouse experience in the traditional style. Not far from the Mariner Bay apartments, this Annapolis joint serves up finely aged cuts of beef cooked perfectly to your preference. At Lewnes’ Steakhouse, the owners truly get what people want and don’t want from a steakhouse, and they’ve made it their mission… (Continue reading)
49 West in Annapolis: Sip and Dine
Often a neighborhood coffee joint is a lot more than a place where caffeine addicts get their daily fix — it can also be a meeting spot for creative-types to discuss ideas, as well as a performance space to bring entertainment to the eagerly-waiting community. Annapolis’s 49 West, convenient to the Stone Point apartments, has… (Continue reading)
Level Small Plates Lounge in Annapolis: Mouthwatering Tapas
The Spanish tradition of tapas – petite plates, meant to be ordered in quantity and enjoyed with the table – has gained a lot traction in the past few years, and for good reason! Ordering tapas allows diners to feast upon diverse flavors and ingredients without overdoing it, and it allows kitchens time to craft… (Continue reading)


