Federal Hill
Latin American Bakery ‘Dulceology’ Opens in Federal Hill
Dulceology, a bakery inspired by El Salvadorian and Latin American desserts, has opened at 1138 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill. The first-floor retail space was previously a real estate office and mental health services business in recent years. Dulceology owners and sisters Alejandra and Nicole Leiva spent recent months transforming the space into the retail and commercial bakery.
Fulton Bank to Open in Federal Hill at the Former Unleashed by Petco Space
Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based Fulton Bank will open at the former Unleased by Petco space at 1100 Light St. in Federal Hill. The prominent 3,600 sq. ft. retail space, which is at the corner of Light St. and E. Cross St., is adjacent to Cross Street Market. It has been vacant since October 2018.
American Visionary Art Museum to Reopen on Friday
After temporarily closing its doors in March in observance of government guidelines for the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Visionary Art Museum enthusiastically reopens its doors to public visitors on Friday, September 25, 2020 with new hours
Pizza di Joey Named One of the Top 101 Best Pizzas in America
Last week, The Daily Meal published an article titled “The 101 Best Pizzas in America” and Federal Hill’s Pizza di Joey came in at #80. This is the second honor for the Cross Street Market pizza shop this year as it also won best pizza in The Baltimore Sun’s Readers’ Choice poll.
Great Plates of Late Around South Baltimore
Looking for some great dishes to get around South Baltimore? Here are a few recent favorites which include two pizzas in Riverside, Pit Beef in Federal Hill, fried chicken in Federal Hill, and snowballs in Locust Point.
St. Mary Star of The Sea Raises Money to Reinstall its Star-Cross
In April, a hail and wind store knocked down the iconic symbol at St. Mary Star of The Sea Catholic Church in Federal Hill – the steeple’s cross with a lighted star in the middle. The Catholic Community of South Baltimore was able to immediately get a crane contractor to remove the star while it figured out the next steps to get it reinstalled.
Man Shot and Killed Sunday Night in Federal Hill Park
On September 13, 2020, at 11:03 p.m., officers were called to the 300 block of Warren Avenue for a report of gunshots being heard in the area. When officers arrived, they found a 39-year old man with gunshot wounds to his body. The victim was transported to a hospital where he died from his injuries.
South Baltimore Business Roundup
An anchor tenant closes at Power Plant, a local businesses is expanding, an apartment building is planned for Downtown, and the Best of Baltimore winners from South Baltimore.
SoBo Café Launches ‘Fowl Play Wraps’ Concept
SoBo Café has launched a chicken wrap concept called Fowl Play Wraps. The wraps are available for carryout from SoBo Café or for delivery through GrubHub.
Pay-It-Forward Program at Tinybrickoven Leads to Upcoming Pizza Event for the Homeless
Like many businesses, Federal Hill pizza shop TinyBrickOven’s sales were hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic which made paying some bills difficult for owner Will Fagg. This led to him reaching out to his email and social media subscribers last month letting them know about a $2,000-plus electric bill that he was struggling to pay. He wanted to see if they could come in to support him by buying some pizza.
‘Moo Moo Cows’ Ice Cream Shop Opens in Federal Hill
Moo Moo Cows ice cream shop opened last month at 926 Light St. in Federal Hill. The first-floor space was formerly part of the Marcus-Boyd Realty office which is still open in a separate suite in the building.
Tabrizi’s Reopens its Restaurant at HarborView
Tabrizi’s has reopened its restaurant at 500 HarborView Dr. in the HarborView development of Federal Hill. Tabrizi’s, which first opened as a restaurant in 2007, became so popular for weddings and corporate events over the years that it couldn’t consistently operate its dining room for walk-in business. Now, with the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down its events business, Tabrizi’s has returned back to its roots.
Baba’s Kitchen Turning its Dining Room into a Mediterranean Market
Baba’s Kitchen, which remains open for carry-out, will be transitioning its small dining room into a Mediterranean market. Baba’s Owner Farid Salloum said the transition is starting to take place and the market will open on September 10th.
Mid-Week Listing: Charming Three-Bedroom Home in the Heart of Federal Hill
Fantastic Federal Hill Row home. Close to all the attractions! This charming, 4 level row home has a lot to offer. Open concept main level with living room, fire place, exposed brick, modern lighting and stunning new kitchen!
Deaf-Owned Business ‘Crepe Crazy’ Coming to Cross Street Market
The Cross Street Market team of Caves Valley Partners and CANAdev announced today that deaf-owned business Crepe Crazy will be opening a stall in September. Crepe Crazy is under construction on a previously unoccupied stall in the east end of the market between Steve’s Lunch and Sobeachy Haitian Cuisine.
Himalayan Bistro Closes in Federal Hill, Hopes to Reopen in Smaller Neighborhood Space
Himalayan Bistro has closed its Indian and Nepalese restaurant at 1030 Light St. in Federal Hill. Owner Danny Lamichhane told SouthBMore.com he is currently searching for a smaller space in the neighborhood to reopen his business.
CBD, Hemp, and Natural Products Store ‘Patorco’ Opens in Federal Hill
Patorco sells American-grown hemp products including CBD. This is a a non-psychoactive cousin of THC in cannabis, which requires a medical card to purchase in Maryland. The shop also sells plant-based skincare products, soaps, and organic teas from around the world.
