Best French Bakery in Bel Air

"If you have a sweet tooth in the morning, Miss Shirley’s should be your go-to for brunch. Here, the offerings read like a visit to Candy Land, tempting patrons with coconut cream-stuffed French toast, raspberry white chocolate pancakes, and enough cinnamon sugar to transport you to a time when calories didn’t count. Savory types can seek refuge in the piquant chicken and waffles or fried green tomatoes with jumbo lump crab."

"Where: Across from the Inner HarborFor: Breakfast, brunch or lunch. On a Friday afternoon Miss Shirley’s, a casual café with a distinctly Southern flavor, was a popular lunch spot for nearby office workers But it’s definitely kid friendly. Tiny Traveler’s chicken fingers and waffles with fresh fruit was a smaller portion of the same dish on the regular menu, which I like."

"A photo posted by Victoria Yang (@vyctoria11) on Apr 28, 2015 at 8:38am PDT. There’s a reason why the wait at Miss Shirley’s Restaurant can be 2 hours long on a Sunday afternoon. This ooey, gooey monkey bread is loaded with chunks of banana, chocolate, and pecans."

"If you're only in need for some caffeine or a quick bite, go to Woodberry's partner shop, Artifact Coffee (they serve Counter Culture). Drive farther south and head to 36th Street in Hampden, which locals call "The Avenue," a rowhouse-lined street reminiscent of Hairspray. 36th Street is lined with stores (Ma Petite Shoe, Atomic Books, and doubledutch) and restaurants (Holy Frijoles, Alchemy, Golden West Café) you'll want to visit. Each June, the neighborhood is the site of the HonFest, a festival celebrating "Bawlmer" culture (think beehive haircuts here and strong accents), and each December, the 34th Street block puts up the brightest light display in the city (pictured below)."

"Tucked away in an old mill, Artifact Coffee is the perfect place to sit and relax with a latte, settle in for weekend brunch, or even grab something quickly for the road. It’s beautifully designed and curated – something like rustic farmhouse chic – with local goods and art, all under the warm, inviting glow of indoor cafe lights. Using Counter Culture beans as their base, all of the coffee and espresso drinks at this little third wave coffee shop are always on point."

"I like pretty much every coffee I've tried on the menu and sometimes love to mix it up with some of their seasonal offerings and drinks. On the food side, I literally have not gone wrong yet; love the biscuits with their house hot sauce, too! The atmosphere in this place just puts you in a good mood, and the staff is beyond excellent."

"By now, the historic Lexington Market has already been awake and open for three hours and that means — it’s time to get going!. Established in 1782, this historic marketplace is as old as America itself. Start your day with a sugar rush and make your way over to Buttercup Bakery, a Baltimore favorite and must-visit featuring unforgettable cakes, pies nutrolls, and glazed doughnuts. Trust us when we say the build-up to this Buttercup is no letdown!"

"236-year-old Lexington Market houses more than 100 vendors selling everything from seafood to corned beef and fried chicken. Feast on Maryland-style crab cakes at Faidley’s Seafood or a box of fried chicken and waffles from Connie’s Chicken and Waffles. Save room for the cake-like cookies topped with a thick slab of fudge at Berger’s Bakery."

"400 W Lexington StCurrently undergoing major renovations, Historic Lexington Market is a taste of Baltimore you can’t find anywhere else. It’s local people making local food, incorporating local favorites with flavors from all around the world. It’s diverse, it’s unique, it’s Baltimore."

"In reality, it’s something much more: Vaccaro’s is a testament to the institution that is dessert. Perfect as a date spot but just as viable for a late night dessert binge, the glass case is stacked with a whole variety of options, the most notable of which being the cannoli cake. The alternating layers of the richest cannoli cream and ethereally light cake will bring a single tear to your eye as you stare, dumbfounded, across the still waters of the Inner Harbor."

"Vaccaro’s isn’t my favorite dessert place in Baltimore anymore, but I still have a soft spot for them because they were one of the first places I visited when I moved to Charm City. As a college student, I often came here to indulge my sweet tooth, and I found a lot of comfort in their food. They do everything from pastries to paninis, but my favorite thing to get here is their chocolate dipped cannoli."

"With a long legacy of treating the nation, you can be sure to find a dessert at Vaccaro’s that'll satisfy your sweet tooth. Yep, we're talking indulgent snickers volcanos, death by chocolate, mouthwatering slices of cannoli cake and even cheesecake topped with gelato, hot fudge and whipped topping. Looking for a signature?"

"A true Baltimore success story, Jimmy’s has been in the seafood business since 1974, trumpeting its “famous” moniker well before it actually was. Now known citywide and beyond, especially by Orioles and Ravens fans, the house that Greek immigrant restaurateur Jimmy Minadakis built remains a reliable go-to for authentic Maryland-style steamed blue crabs, but there’s much more to the menu than mallets. Crowds pack the place for the crab cakes, Chicken Chesapeake, stuffed oysters, and even steaks and burgers."

"Baltimoreans tend toward consistency, and seem to have a preference, even reverence, for simple, classic foods. At few spots is this more abundantly clear than at Hoehn’s Bakery, which has been bringing in customers since 1927. Doughnuts and crullers rise to the level of sacred tradition at this family-owned Highlandtown bakery, as beloved by old-time Baltimoreans as it is by millennials looking for their next great food to Instagram."

"Over in Highlandtown, check out Hoehn’s Bakery, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 58 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the bakery by heading over to 400 S."

"And we serve some pretty great tasty eats too #buonefeste #buonnatale #merrychristmas... Cafe Gia is an old-school restaurant and rooftop bar in Baltimore’s Little Italy that has been family-owned since 1953. That is how we know things will never go wrong here!"

"Mille grazie @minxeats and @neal.patterson for your support and such a beautiful photo. #FoodPorn #foodblogger... Go on a trip to Italy in this charming Sicilian restaurant in the heart of the city."

"The lime green exterior of Spring Cafe signals a new arrival to the Avenue. Inside, owner Rose Ebadi and her parents, former physicians, are serving up tea and cuisine from their native Afghanistan. “In Afghanistan, green tea is really big,” Ebadi said."

"Finally, over in the Canton Industrial Area, check out Chick-fil-A, which has earned four stars out of 46 reviews on Yelp. You can find the fast-food spot at 3809 Boston St. This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor."

"Very friendly and my food and sauces are always correct in the bag. This is a very busy location and the lines move very fast. The young lady at the wind..."

"Babe Ruth is one of the most famous baseball players in history. He was known as the Bambino and the Sultan of Swat thanks to his home-run hitting. You can visit the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum and see where he spent his early years of life just a few blocks from Camden Yards where the Orioles play today."

"If you have a sports lover in your family you should not miss spending an hour or so at this museum. It’s dedicated to one of baseball’s greatest players ever, Babe Ruth!"

"Unlike traditional museums where kids are constantly reminded not to touch anything, at the Port Discovery Children’s Museum kids are encouraged to touch everything. The museum features three floors of interactive exhibits where kids can learn while having fun. Some experiences include, a water play area, a miniature 50’s-style diner, a playground with ropes and slides, painting, sculptures, soccer and backyard games in the indoor stadium and so much more."

"The Port Discovery Children’s Museum is the perfect place to take the kids for the day. It features exhibits made for kids of all different ages, from babies to elementary school ages. There are interactive art studios, musical exhibits, and even a four-story SkyClimber with views of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor."

"Offering three floors of educational interactive and hands-on experiences for children ages 2 to 10, Port Discovery Children’s Museum is one of the leading nontraditional educational resources in the Mid-Atlantic. Port Discovery Children's Museum"

"1534 Eastern Avenue Baltimore, MD 21231 (410) 522-5800baltimoretattoomuseum.net/index.htm. The Baltimore Tattoo Museum offers a look into the history of tattoos, as well as photographs of some of the tattoos done throughout the years. You can also get a tattoo there, if you’re so inclined."

"The Baltimore Tattoo Museum preserves the history and art of American tattooing; while you’re there, add to its history by getting your own piece from one of their talented artists."

"If you have the time, head over to Johns Hopkins University afterward and take a quiet nighttime stroll through one of Maryland’s most beautiful campuses as your last hoorah in Charm City! …And there you have it, folks – 48 hours in Baltimore!"

"Patterson Park is another great urban park that includes a swimming pool, ice skating rink, tennis courts, lake, lots of green space and walkways, and the pagoda (shown below) that is decorated in lights for the holidays and surrounded by blooms in spring. There’s plenty of space for long walks or runs, picnics, and events that are hosted there like the Baltimore Kite Festival and Wine at Sunset concerts."

"Spread over 295 acres of land area, Patterson Park features a Pagoda build in a unique Chinese style. The site boasts a massive park, an ice skating rink and a lake. A perfect location for nature lovers with fantastic vistas of Baltimore."

"Location on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/o9HTGnUz1Sufy2Bv8. Photo source: Daily News. Nicknamed the “Best Backyard in Baltimore“, for many it’s their favorite park to visit on Sunday."

"Start your day off right, with a hearty breakfast in Baltimore‘s picturesque and popular area of the Inner Harbor — Fell’s Point. Make like a local and grab a seat at Jimmy’s Restaurant, a popular diner where you can chow down on a fluffy stack of pancakes or a giant piece of French toast for just $3 – 5. Wash those down with a coffee for $1.65 or a mimosa at $3.95. A cheap, filling start to your day, all while gazing out at the waterfront… need we say more?"

"Skip the Inner Harbor (overrated) and make time in your schedule to explore the historic neighborhoods and room in your stomach for crab cakes, Berger cookies, snowballs, and Natty Boh. Here are 8 ways to spend a day in Baltimore and its suburbs (otherwise known as 8 reasons to take an 8-day trip):"

"Highly regarded as being one of the essentials of the fine dining scene in Baltimore and a lucrative staple of the Atlas Restaurant Group, who also operate trendy Italian, Tagliata, Ouzo Bay is a must-visit. The eastern Mediterranean fare is homely and flavourful with thyme, lemon and charcoal pervading many of the dishes. Although the restaurant’s fame and history of success could carry it for years to come, it has remained innovative and adaptable, revamping their mezze menu in recent times with dishes like garlic prawns with white wine and capers."

"Retractable windows and doors create an open-air feel connecting the restaurant and waterfront patio at Ouzo Bay. You’ll feel transported to Greece without leaving Harbor East as you enjoy fresh bronzino, kalitsounia and one of the most extensive ouzo selections on the East Coast. Just across the street is Ouzo Beach, sharing a kitchen and a lighter, modified menu with Ouzo Bay."

"Ouzo Beach, an outdoor extension of Harbor East’s Ouzo Bay (pictured), is set to open on the Baltimore waterfront this week. (Caitlin Faw / Baltimore Sun)"

"To save money on delivery, join Eats Pass, as one of the benefits of this subscription option is $0 delivery fee. Subject to terms, fees and availability. Learn about Eats Pass here."