
Holiday trips have a way of setting the stage for unforgettable meals, and this one delivered in every possible way. While visiting New York City for Christmas in the City and a Broadway show, we stopped into Connolly’s on 45th to warm up, grab dinner, and soak in the festive atmosphere. Between the glow of…

Set right on South Bentz Street in the heart of downtown Frederick, BentzTown has quickly built a name for itself with its upbeat atmosphere, creative cocktails, and hearty comfort dishes. After a great dinner, I decided to cap things off with their Seasonal Cheesecake — a rotating feature that, in theory, should bring a fresh…

One of my favorite parts of this cheesecake journey has been discovering the creative spins that restaurants and chefs put on the classic dessert—and this one from Nalu Surf Bar & Grill is a shining example of just that. Pineapple upside-down cake meets cheesecake in a dessert that’s both visually striking and bursting with flavor.…

Already known for delivering some of the most memorable cheesecakes I’ve encountered, Hootch & Banter in Frederick, Maryland does it again—this time with a stunning Cookies & Cream cheesecake that firmly earns its place among the best of the best. Let’s start with presentation. This individual-sized cheesecake is carefully plated with a dusting of powdered…

This review has been sitting in my notes for quite some time, and unfortunately, I never got around to posting it before Firestone’s Culinary Tavern closed its doors. But a cheesecake this good deserves to be remembered. I had the pleasure of trying their Dulce de Leche Cheesecake, and it was nothing short of a…

When I asked about their cheesecake, the waitress recommended, “If you’re feeling adventurous, try the cheesecake.” Let me tell you, she was right. I’ve reviewed cheesecakes for years, but I’ve never come across one quite like this. At first, I wasn’t sure if it was even a dessert. When I looked back at the menu,…
