Issuu

O C TO B E R 2 02 0

(301) 663-9252 â€˘ ColonialJewelers.com 1 South Market Street, Frederick, Maryland 21701

LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Amber Smith | Amber.Smith@LifestylePubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Get ready for a mouthwatering experience! Although every month is special, if I had to pick a favorite, it would be hard to beat the FOODIE edition--arguably the most fun and filling photo shoots to clean up after! From iconic Frederick cuisine adorning our downtown main streets to hidden gems tucked in creative corners throughout the county, the foodie scene in Frederick continues to up its game. There are hundreds of locations that leave us with smiles on our faces and a hankering for more. If you haven’t already checked out the newly opened and highly spectacular Warehouse Cinemas, what are you waiting for?! This new hotspot not only offers

Rhonda Stephens | Rhonda.Stephens@LifestylePubs.com MARKE T SUPPORT COORDINATOR

Dabria Tomlin | Dabria.Tomlin@LifestylePubs.com ACCO UNT MANAGER

Angela Torchia | Angela.Torchia@LifestylePubs.com AD DESIGNER

Whitney Lockhart L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dani Moore CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Rhonda Stephens, Kelsey Ward, Robert Cavanaugh, Tera Michelson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Rebecca Mitchell, Angela Laurienzo Acuña

delicious food and drinks but a movie-going experience you won’t soon forget! Turn to page 26 and read all about it. We are thrilled that Common Market’s second store is officially open. Head to 7th Street and give them a warm, Frederick County welcome! Laurienzo’s Brick Oven Pizza is a Smith family staple. There’s a reason we had our

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

rehearsal dinner in their Phoenix Room and eat at one of their two locations more

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

than we’d like to admit. Make your way to page 22 for a behind-the-scenes look at

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

what makes this beloved family restaurant a local treasure.

AD MANAGER Chad Jensen REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams

Taste the wine of France. Get to know local, crafty food artisans. Learn ways to

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

support the Greater Urbana Area Food Bank and the life changing work they are doing for the community. Our foodie edition holds a taste of all of this and more. HATS OFF to all the men and women who not only make Frederick a delicious place to live and visit but have created beautiful spaces to gather and share life.

514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO

Amber Smith, Publisher ON THE COVER CEO of Warehouse Cinemas,

TENNESSEE | TEXAS | VIRGINIA | WASHINGTON

Amber.Smith@LifestylePubs.com

Rich Daughtridge, is ready to welcome you to

Proverbs 3:5-6

drink, dine and see a blockbuster movie at his

Frederick Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via

state-of-the-art theater.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY REBECCA MITCHELL 4

OHIO | OKLAHOMA | OREGON | PENNSYLVANIA | SOUTH CAROLINA

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

the US Postal Service to some of the Frederick areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Frederick Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

Growing in Frederick

since 1974

Buy Local. Support Local.

SHOP TODAY 5728 Buckeystown Pike Unit B1, Frederick, MD 21704

NOW OPEN 927 W 7th Street Frederick, MD 21701

commonmarket.coop â€¢ (301) 663-3416

INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2020

FEATURES 12 No Passport Needed Savoring the Wines of Southern France

17 Sweet, Bold and Supremely Satisfying! Taste the Flavor of Three Local Artisans

22 Hospitality the Laurienzo Family Way Everyone is Welcome at the Table

26 22

26 Setting the Standard for Movie-Going Warehouse Cinemas

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Hops & Vine

Local Limelight

26 Hot Spot 30 Realty Report 32 Giving Back 34 Culinary Creations

now ACCEPTING CLIENTS IN FREDERICK FAMILY LAW BUSINESS LITIGATION GENERAL BUSINESS COUNSEL IMMIGRATION LAW DUI/DWI/TRAFFIC ESTATE PLANNING PERSONAL INJURY

OVER 70

5 STAR REVIEWS GOOGLE • FACEBOOK AVVO • MARTINDALE

HUSBAND & WIFE

LEGAL MACHINE

RADA A. MACHIN ESQ. Principal

MANUEL D. MACHIN ESQ. Principal

301.731.2000

MachinLawFirm.com info@MachinLawFirm.com 8923 FINGERBOARD RD // FREDERICK • ROCKVILLE // 1 RESEARCH CT, STE 450

GOOD TIMES

Tour de Frederick 2020 The Tour de Frederick carried on, managing to social distance by riding virtually. Teams, families and friends rallied to bike a course between August 1-16 that ranged from 10 to 100 miles. This years' virtual ride raised over $165,000. The annual event benefits Boys & Girls Club of Frederick and is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. TourDeFrederick.com

Have you been thinking about TM

REFINANCING, PURCHASING OR BUILDING? At Woodsboro Bank, we offer personalized mortgage solutions to fit your current situation.

CONTACT OUR MORTGAGE TEAM AT 301-898-4792. frederickscommunitybank.com 8

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

Mortgage Office 5 N. MAIN STREET, WOODSBORO, MD 21798

woodsborobank.com (301) 898-4000

fees. Complimentary, no obligation consultation.

In these unprecedented times of COVID-19, New York Life is here to help protect you and what matters most to your family.

Damon Ehrlich

Registered Representative**

I am available for you 7 days a week.

Protection First

240-888-2569

Financial Strategies

dehrlich01@ft.newyorklife.com

New York Life has received the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer by Standard & Poor’s (AA+); A.M. Best (A++); Moody’s (Aaa); and Fitch (AAA).

Guaranteed Lifetime Income Annuities for peace of mind in retirement* Life Insurance for mortgage protection and retirement planning

Source: Individual Third-Party Ratings Reports as of 9/12/19.

Long Term Care Insurance

New York Life’s 2020 dividend declaration marks the company’s 166th consecutive year of paying dividends.

*Guarantee is based on the claims-paying ability of the issuer. **NYLIFE Securities LLC. (Member FINRA/SIPC) A Licensed Insurance Agency. 4320 Sir Walter Rd. Olney, MD 20832

Dividends are not guaranteed.

Steve Barber

Expense & accounts payable management

Managing Director Cell Office

(301) 442-4261 (301) 329-0342

Revenue recognition, customer invoicing & accounts receivable

www.supportingstrategies.com sbarber@supportingstrategies.com

#FREDERICKSTRONG

YOUR PARTNER FOR BOOKKEEPING AND CONTROLLER LEVEL SERVICES Call or email for a complimentary consultation!

Bookkeeping & month-end close

Financial reporting, budgeting & analysis

Payroll & human resource administration

• Exterior Signs • Office Signs & Graphics • Window & Wall Graphics • Vehicle Graphics & Lettering • Trade Shows & Events

301.682.2349 // amisigns.com

Promote Your Business & Grow Your Brand CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

AROUND TOWN

GET IN THE RACE The Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund’s 12th Annual Pink Ribbon 5K Walk/ Run will be held virtually this year on October 9-11. “Even with Covid, people are still getting breast cancer, and we need the funds to support them,” says founder, Patty Hurwitz. Runners/walkers may choose their route and participate any time during those dates as individuals or as part of a team. Teams, comprised of friends and family, can compete for prizes for the most team members, top funds raised and most states represented. PinkRibbonFrederick.org

DIY AT AR WORKSHOP AR Workshop is a DIYer's paradise. In addition to the boutique, they offer workshops in making unique projects such as wood signs, stamped jewelry, canvas pillows and more. Crafters can register for group classes, host an event, have a project made, or grab a to-go kit to make at home. Owner, Adrienne Rupinta, says, "In addition to all our workshops, I've created Fall after-school camps for 10

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

younger kids. I'm also hosting virtual learning for grades 3-12, where kids can come to study and not have to be alone." ARWorkshop.com/Frederick

Thank you for voting us FREDERICK'S BEST 2020!

BROWNING REAGLE INSURANCE, CARING FOR THEIR COMMUNITY Dave Reagle and Kevin Murphy of Browning Reagle Insurance Agency in Mount Airy wanted to do something to support the neighboring restaurants on Main Street. The

K I T C H E N & B AT H / A D D I T I O N S / B A S E M E N T S I N - L AW S U I T E S / S U N R O O M S / D E C K S & M O R E

agency, matching a $1000 grant from their lead carrier, Erie, bought gift cards to give the restaurants a cash boost. They then reached out to local principals to give the gift cards, at their discretion, to families of students who were in the most need. “We wanted the families to eat and have a really nice meal from local restaurants,” they said. BrowningReagle.com

V I RT UA L DE S IGN A P P OI N T M E N T S N O W AVA I L A B L E ! Get started at www.DormanHomeRemodeling.com/virtual 8 41 5 Progress Dr Ste D in Frederick Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.com/ Frederick using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think.

(240 ) 651-50 96 D or manHomeRemodeling.c om Dorman Home Remodeling, Inc. MHIC 44942-01 VA Class “A” Contractor CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

HOPS & VINE

SAVORING THE WINES OF SOUTHERN FRANCE

NO PA S S P O R T NEEDED ARTICLE ROBERT CAVANAUGH

Photos on page 12, 14, 15 and Table of Contents courtesy of Deschamps / Marque Sud de France

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

FROM THE PYRÉNÉES MOUNTAINS TO THE ROLLING BLUE MEDITERRANEAN SEA, TO THE WINDING RHÔNE RIVER AND CHALKY PLATEAUS, SOUTHERN FRANCE’S SCENIC BEAUTY IS HOME TO THE LARGEST WINE-PRODUCING AREA IN THE WORLD, WITH OFFERINGS AS DIVERSE AS THEIR RENOWNED LANDSCAPES. Wines, in a range of styles, such as aromatic whites, fruit-bursting rosés and rich, bold reds, are here, just waiting to be discovered. Additionally, the South of France is home to decadent sweet wines and sparkling ones. Limoux’s village holds claim to the first sparkling wine, the result of overzealous corking by Benedictine Monks at the Abbey Saint Hilaire in 1531, a full generation before the first corks ever popped in the Champagne area of Northern France. Thankfully, we won’t need a passport to enjoy some of these wines. They are as close as your nearest Frederick wine shop, so let’s cruise along the famous coastline to explore a few. The sun-drenched Occitanie area includes Languedoc, Roussillon, Cahors and dozens of other villages in the southern third of France. This vast region is primarily known as a red wine producing area, but white wines also flourish here.

CONTINUED >

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

HOPS & VINE (CONTINUED)

WHITE WINES

Asian dishes where the spice’s heat matches up well

A favorite choice found in most stores is called Picpoul

with the noticeable fruit. Serve these wines cool, but not

de Pinet, produced by several different wineries. Cool

too cold. Ice-cold wines lose much of their flavor, so to

ocean breezes blanket the warm vineyards, imparting a

enjoy a quality rosé, keep it cool to the touch. Bring it out

natural acidity in the grapes, in turn, stimulating the palate.

of the refrigerator ten minutes before serving…if you can

These refreshing wines are especially good at the begin-

wait that long!

ning of a meal; citrusy white wines spark your appetite — a salivating tip that chefs love!

RED WINES

Further inland where the temperature rises, a different

Bold, heavier-bodied red wines flourish in Occitanie.

set of white grapes are grown, such as the sturdy, elegant

The sun shines brightly here, warming the vineyards and

Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. Far from the lemony

stimulating sugar in the grapes, which convert to alcohol

zip of Picpoul, these fuller-bodied whites show flavors of

during fermentation. These big reds match well with sturdy

melon, peach, apricot and honey. Match these wines with

cuisines such as roast lamb, grilled steak, stews, and hearty

chicken, pork, soft cheeses and weightier fish such as tuna

cheeses. For an authentic treat, try some cassoulet, the

or sea bass. Heavier fare pairs best with heavier wines.

tasty bean and lamb dish famous in the South of France. Occitanie earned its reputation as a highly diverse

ROSÉ WINES

region producing every style of wine. Whether red, white

Rosés are the hottest wine trend lately, and for a good

or rosé, choose from Southern France’s grand supply of

reason. Medium-bodied, softer tannins and appealing

fine wines with prices reflecting strong value and high

fruit-forward aspects provide something for everyone.

quality. À votre santé…to your health!

Rosé is produced everywhere grapes are grown, but the world looks to Occitanie as benchmark quality. These pink wines pair perfectly with everything from seafood to salads, light cuts of beef, BBQ chicken and 14

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

Robert Cavanaugh is a resident of Frederick, MD and a professional wine educator who has conducted seminars and events in over a dozen countries around the world.

EN J OY A TA ST E OF FRANCE WHITE

ROSÉ

RED

HB Picpoul de Pinet 2019, $9.99

Hampton Waters 2019, $24.99

at Orion Wines & Spirits: Light to

at Franklin Wines & Liquors: Jon

Carignan Old Vine 2015, $16.99 at

medium body, crisp and citrusy with

Bon Jovi’s foray into wine is a

Riverside Liquors: Rich and full-bod-

lemon and pineapple flavors, this

runaway success…medium body,

ied with black cherry and mocha

wine matches well with seafood,

cherry and watermelon flavors

flavors, this wine works well with

shellfish, soft cheeses and salads.

with a bit of strawberry. A nice

burgers, steak and lamb. Search

OrionWineandSpirits.com

match for pizza, BBQ and grilled

Riverside Liquors on Facebook.

Domaine

Spencer

Pujade

chicken. FranklinLiquorsInc.com

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

The Goddard School® uses its play-based F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) to introduce STEAM concepts (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) to help children develop a strong foundation for their future education and a passion for STEAM learning.

Enroll today!

POWERED BY STEAM. FUELED BY FUN! NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL! URBANA • 240-699-0006 FREDERICK* • 301-631-6699 GoddardSchool.com The Goddard Schools are operated by independent franchisees under a license agreement with Goddard Systems, Inc. Programs and ages may vary. Goddard Systems, Inc. program is AdvancED accredited. © Goddard Systems, Inc. 2020

EXERCISE INSTRUCTION IN YOUR HOME! VIRTUAL SESSIONS AVAILABLE. SERVING MID-MARYLAND.

We Are Frederick Strong

240.397.9050 contact@agewellseniorfitness.com 16

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Sweet, Bold and Supremely Satisf yin g! TASTE THE FLAVOR OF THREE LOCAL ARTISANS WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY? Boynton Beach, Florida WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO START YOUR BUSINESS? AND WHAT DREW YOU TO YOUR SPECIFIC BUSINESS?

I’ve always wanted to ‘be my own boss,’ and love family-oriented companies. Businesses that bring the community together... ice cream, sweets and coffeescan’t go wrong! I have always had my own ideas and vision for a business as well as positively impacting our customers’ lives. WHAT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS DREW YOU TO IT? The eye for design needed with specialty cakes. I love being a part of a special occasion in someone’s life and seeing the simple delight they have when receiving a custom cake catered specifically to their liking and interest. WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING A BUSINESS OWNER? Getting to know my employees, building relationships with them and building a community with customers. I love hearing tidbits of our customers’ lives and seeing how our cakes were a part of it. I also love seeing my business operating and thinking ‘I started this from nothing.’ HOW HAS OWNING A BUSINESS CHANGED YOUR VIEW OF PEOPLE? It’s amazing how owning a business has made me ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS

see a more ‘human’ side of people.

PHOTOGRAPHY REBECCA MITCHELL

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TREAT OR FLAVOR FROM YOUR BAKERY? I am a chocolate lover! Chocolate cake with

PIECE O’CAKE

OWNER: NAOMI REIS

almond buttercream is the way to go for me!

what is your best way to relax? Sitting in the sun after a long day of work brings great peace and satisfaction for me! PieceOCakeLLC.com

CONTINUED >

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

LOCAL LIMELIGHT (CONTINUED)

DUBLIN ROASTERS COFFEE

OWNER: SERINA ROY WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY? I am from the Seacoast area of New Hampshire and

able to bring their hard work and passion for growing coffee to Frederick and share my love of roasting coffee.

moved here in my early 20’s. Since then, Frederick has

HOW HAS OWNING A BUSINESS CHANGED YOUR

been my home.

VIEW OF PEOPLE?

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO START YOUR BUSINESS?

Coming from my last career as a Frederick City Police

I used to roast coffee as a hobby. Friends, co-workers

Officer, I would say it’s that I get to see the best side of

and neighbors loved my coffee and started buying it. It

people now! People are so happy when they are getting

generated a part-time income, so, in 2000, I filed a busi-

freshly roasted coffee!!

ness license. WHAT DREW YOU TO YOUR SPECIFIC BUSINESS?

barista and then an apprentice roaster. It was the farm to

what is your favorite coffee treat from your shop?

table concept that initially drew me, and then the roasting

This is a hard one. I did find myself roasting late into the

side was extremely relaxing and soothing for me.

evening, and I would sneak a Cherry Turnover. They are to

WHAT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS DREW YOU TO IT?

die for!

I was interested in where coffee was grown and how it was roasted, so I started working at a coffee shop as a

I was drawn to creating Dublin Roasters Coffee, as a way to highlight small farmers all around the world. I was 18

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

DublinRoastersCoffee.com

PUMP + RYE DELI AND MARKET OWNERS: SISTERS, AMY NESBIT AND MEGAN HOOK

WHERE ARE YOU FROM ORIGINALLY? We are originally from Ellicott City, MD. We moved

incredible customers, but with our staff who we consider our family. We also love the relationships we have formed

to Los Angeles together in 2003. Megan came back to

with our customers.

Maryland to start her family in 2008, which is also the

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE

same year Amy married her husband, LA native artist/

THINKING OF STARTING A BUSINESS?

architect, Mike Nesbit.

Be mentally prepared for anything and everything,

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO START YOUR BUSINESS?

expect the unexpected, and only do it if you LOVE it.

Amy was a chef in LA for 15 years and Megan

Owning a business is all-consuming, and if you don’t have

was in hospitality as a corporate flight attendant, licensed

a passion for it, it’s easy to burn out.

esthetician and makeup artist. We worked for others for so many years we decided we were ready, and it was time to work for ourselves! WHAT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS DREW YOU TO IT? The restaurant industry is a tough industry to navigate,

what would your friends say about you?

however the beauty is that it it’s different every day. We like

Amy: I think they would describe me as loyal and protec-

the spontaneity of waking up and knowing that no matter

tive. I’ll never say no to an adventure, as long as I get to

what we accomplish during the day, it will never be boring!

plan it!

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT BEING

Megan: My friends would say that I always have a smile on

A BUSINESS OWNER?

my face, no matter what.

Both of us agree 100% that the best thing about this industry are the relationships we form with not only our

PumpAndRye.com CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

Erie Insurance is doing the right thing for their policyholders with auto refunds, rate reductions and flexible payment options in response to COVID-19. However, that is not all they are doing. •••

We are pleased to have helped feed students in the community in collaboration with local restaurants. This was made doubly effective thanks to the generosity of Erie Insurance, who matched the donation made by Browning Reagle Insurance Agency.

We care. Be safe. Be well. Thank you.

Dave Reagle

BrowningReagle.com

Kevin Murphy

(301) 829-1200

ErieInsurance.com

Distance Learning is a challenge for the whole family... including Fido.

Looking for local help with Medicare? Are you turning 65, retiring, or need an annual plan review?

WE CAN'T HELP WITH ALGEBRA BUT WE'RE GREAT AT FETCH!

CONTACT EMILY O’HALLORAN FOR A NO COST, NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION: 301-651-1449 EMILY@MEDICAREPORTAL.ORG

medicareportal.org

KNOW MORE. STRESS LESS.

*Not connected with or endorsed by the United States government or the federal Medicare program.

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

campbowwow.com/frederick 240-285-9551

Finding Your Dreams a Home

MARGO MILLER ABR | CIPS | GREEN | GRI | MRP

Top Producer Award Winner

M a rg o M i l l e rRe a l to r. c o m

C: 301.524.0999 | Margo@SachsRealty.com O: 443.318.4514 | SachsRealty.com

H O U S E S N E E D E D. G R E AT S E L L E R ’ S M A R K E T. C A L L T O D AY ! 3 0 1 . 5 2 4 . 0 9 9 9

S A N D R A’S C L E A N I N G A N D O R GA N I Z I N G Get Your Home Clean and Organized This Fall! Deep Cleanings Organization

Regular Cleanings Window Cleanings

Stay Clean and Organized! • (240) 626-4768 • www.SandrasCleaningAndOrganizing.com Find us on Facebook!

B CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS PHOTOGRAPHY ANGELA LAURIENZO ACUÑA

hospitalit y the laur ienzo family way “HE’S

THE

DEFINITION

THE

AMERICAN DREAM,” SAYS ANGELA LAURIENZO

ACUÑA

FATHER,

LAURIENZO,

JAY

HER OWNER

OF LAURIENZO’S RESTAURANTS IN MOUNT AIRY AND HYATTSTOWN. Jay, the son of an Italian immigrant, had a dream. Growing up in a large family with nine children, he knows a little about feeding a crowd and offering hospitality. So, it would seem natural that he would go into the restaurant business. “Hospitality, for me, is innate. I wanted a field with excitement and energy, and restaurants were that for me,” says Jay. Jay cut his teeth inside other restaurant chains for 20 years before following his dream to open his own place and christen it with his family name. He invited his brother, Bruce, who was working at a restaurant in New York, to come alongside. In 2006, Bruce and Jay opened their first restaurant in Mount Airy, with the interior built out by their brother, Brad. Soon after, there was a devastating fire that completely consumed the building. “There was never a doubt. Without hesitation, we decided to reopen, and that move put us on Main Street in Mount Airy, where we are now,” says Jay. “We say we rose from the ashes like a Phoenix. And we followed that by opening what we call the little brother concept, a fast-casual restaurant in Hyattstown that has a smaller menu and, of course, our woodfired-oven pizza.” 22

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

“We’ve been through so much. We survived the downturn in the economy in 2008 while we were trying to rebuild and, at the same time, still trying to grasp what was next for our family restaurant. We kept our passion alive and our drive to move forward. We have had to adapt to the changes that have come along. Covid happened, and we had to adjust again and adapt. So, whatever our awesome community still wants from us, we will provide,” says Jay. Angela says, “I know it has taken so much hard work for him to be where he is. Knowing that he persisted, it is inspiring to me and motivational. My brothers, Joey and Nicky, feel the same way. Through the tough times, he leaned on his dream. That’s what has gotten him through those challenges; that and the love of his family.” “There is a lot of passion within the Laurienzo family. We’ve passed it down to our kids, the passion of humor, laughter, working hard, enjoying good food and drink, wanting to serve and provide an experience for others,” says Jay. “My mother taught me to have candles burning and jazz music playing to create the full experience. We brought that to the Laurienzo family business, and that is what sets us apart,” says Jay. “We like to say; everyone is welcome around the table.” LBOCPizza.com

“ We like to s ay; ever yone is welcome around the table.”

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

Yorkshire Pudding an English Tradition

IS IT SAVORY OR SWEET? IT’S BOTH!

ARTICLE KELSEY WARD AND RHONDA STEPHENS

HARRY POTTER AND FRIENDS HAVE EATEN IT. It is mentioned in several of Charles Dickens’ tales, too. Quintessentially British and not necessarily a dessert, recipes of this dish appear as early as the 1700s. So, what are we talking about? Yorkshire pudding. Americans think of pudding as a rich, creamy chocolaty dessert. Yorkshire pudding is far from that. Also called “Toad in the Hole,” this dish hails from Northern England. It is a familiar sidekick to a traditional Sunday Roast and is versatile enough to stand on its own when filled with savory bits such as meats and root vegetables. These delicate delights may also be filled with jam or syrup to serve as dessert. Yorkshire pudding recipes are found as early as the 17th century in England. In America, popovers are our version of Yorkshire pudding and made their cookbook debut in 1876. The main difference between the two is that Yorkshire pudding is typically baked in a pan greased with the roast drippings. Yorkshire pudding isn’t exactly what the name implies; however, the savory browned popover certainly is delicious. Whether you call it Yorkshire pudding or popovers, enjoy them as appetizers or with gravy for dinner. And be sure to savor directly from the oven to capture them at their best.

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

RETIREMENT CHALLENGES

ALIGN YOUR RETIREMENT STRATEGY WITH YOUR RETIREMENT

Living Longer Am I going to outlive my money? Taxes Are there tax implications for my retirement?

Dreams.

Market Uncertainty Is market volatility and low interest rates eroding my retirement? Where Is My Money Coming From? What can I do with my Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) and/or Deferred Compensation?

LET’S ASSESS YOUR SITUATION, DEVELOP A STRATEGY, AND HELP YOU BUILD A SECURE FUTURE. JAMES W. EATON

JONATHAN BRANT

CLU® RFC® LUTCF®

Financial Planner

(240) 315-6891 jon.brant@prudential.com prudential.com

(301) 831-6560 james.eaton@prudential.com prudential.com

Life Insurance is issued by The Prudential Insurance Company of America and its affiliates. Securities products and services are offered through Pruco Securities LLC (Pruco)(member SIPC). Each is a Prudential Financial company located in Newark, NJ and is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Prudential, the Prudential logo, the Rock symbol and Bring Your Challenges are service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc., and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide.

Are you making memories in your kitchen?

EllenKeyserHomes.com

OFFICE: 301-662-0155

Ellen Keyser REALTOR®

Experience the difference in SURFACE PURE COLOR

Contact me at (301) 748-2800 for all of your Real Estate needs

Respecting your health, the integrity of your hair, and our beautiful earth

ellen@machomes.com

An Eco-Friendly Salon 301.845.2300 | 31-D East Frederick St, Walkersville, MD www.SalonAllureLLC.net | @SalonAllureLLC

Ellen KeyserHomes CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

HOT SPOT

WAREHOUSE CINEMAS

From left to right: Greg Mills, COO: Jake Hrabosky, Operations Manager; Mack McKinstry, Food and Beverage Manager; Rich Daughtridge, CEO; Kyle Kops, General Manager 26

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS | PHOTOGRAPHY REBECCA MITCHELL

Setting the Standard for Movie-Going

A CINEMA WITH HEATED RECLINING SEATS, STATE OF THE ART PROJECTION AND SOUND THAT SERVES GOURMET FOODS IN FREDERICK? Yes, please! One of the coolest places in town, Warehouse Cinemas, opened its doors in September amid much anticipation. The cinemas, founded by HighRock Studios and Greg Mills, bring a luxury experience to the Golden Mile inside the old Frederick Town Mall. Rich Daughtridge, founder and CEO of HighRock Studios, says, “We really liked this location; however, this was going to be a Walmart, so it wasn’t available. We continued to look around Frederick for a location that would suit our vision.” “While on the airplane returning from a business trip, I received an email from Richard Griffin, the Director of Economic Development for the City of Frederick. He knew we were looking for a space and emailed to let us know the mall had become available again. We met with him immediately and went to see it.” “Walking through it, it was intimidating. It was a mess. You have to be able to have vision to see through all of the debris and the design of the former mall. We had to gut everything and completely rebuild it,” Daughtridge says. Greg Mills, co-founder, and COO was entirely responsible for the construction project and equipment and getting the team on board. “This mall shut down in 2012, and lots of things popped up. It was a challenge from day one- from leaks to undersized electrical service; there was a whole host of issues but, it turned out better than I could have imagined,” says Mills. Daughtridge says, “Our vision for Warehouse Cinemas was to introduce a different way of movie-going. For us, this is the way movie-going should be. It is an experience that is not only about the movie; it transcends that. It is about coming and spending time with people you care about. So, this dream was more about creating something for the community that allows people to make memories. And that drives all the ways we do customer service.”

CONTINUED >

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

HOT SPOT (CONTINUED)

“ We h a v e t h e p e r f e c t c o m b i n a t i o n o f a n e l e v a t e d gourmet offering, but it is simple enough that we c a n d o i t q u i c k l y. We h a v e c l a s s i c c o m f o r t f o o d s w i t h a t w i s t ,” s a y s M c K i n s t r y.

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

“As far as design, we wanted to create a space that felt more like a brewery or a winery. The goal was to make it a place where you want to hang out. The design evolved into modern industrial or what some call eco-modern. We used brightly colored sea containers as doors to the ten theaters and for the bar. Modern industrial wood accents are interspersed throughout and bring an element of warmth,” he says. More than a pretty face, Warehouse Cinemas intends to blow you away with the extraordinary viewing experience. In addition to the leather recliners with seat warmers and tray tables, all the theaters have 4K projectors, the latest Dolby 7.1 sound, and theater #6 is a step up with Dolby Atmos sound. According to Dolby.com, “In a Dolby Atmos theater, every speaker- as many as 64 total- is powered independently and gets its own separate audio feed. In effect, each speaker is its own zone.” Not only do the theaters have amazing immersive sound, but all the theaters also have the immersive SkyVUE™ technology. “With SkyVUE™, we optimized the angle of the screen and tilted it to 10 degrees for best viewing. It has never been done before. We have a patent-pending on the design, which is the relationship between the floor-typically flat or sloped, the angle of the screen, and the recliner’s angle. Our patent has diagrams representing all these different angles coming together to create SkyVUE™,” explains Daughtridge. Food is central to the movie-going experience, but at Warehouse, the food is anything but typical movie theater fare. Warehouse Cinemas has free refills on drinks and popcorn and sets a high bar with real butter. “We know it’s more expensive, but it’s so much better. We want people to have an extraordinary experience and it’s the small things that all add up,” says Daughtridge. Food and Beverage Manager, Mack McKinstry, says, “We have the perfect combination of an elevated gourmet offering, but it is simple enough that we can do it quickly. We have classic comfort foods with a twist. Our menu consists of gourmet grilled cheeses and gourmet flatbreads, movie night bites, chicken street nachos with signature beer cheese, fried mac and cheese bites, and more.” An equally impressive drink menu is needed to complement the gourmet fare. Patrons are in luck because Warehouse Cinemas boasts 28 taps of local beers from Frederick and surrounding counties, while the bar features signature cocktails and wine. “This is an experience that you cannot get anywhere else. I am extremely proud to be a part of this organization that has taken a cinema experience and made it unlike anything else. They have set a standard for what cinemas are going to look like in the future,” says McKinstry. WarehouseCinemas.com

CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

Top 10 Homes

REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

S O L D I N F R E D E R ICK

BED

BATH

DOM

%SOLD/ORIG

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

13156 OLD ANNAPOLIS RD

100%

$1,599,900

$1,600,000

5302 IJAMSVILLE RD

128

91%

$1,650,000

$1,500,000

6950 BURKITTSVILLE RD

97%

$1,300,000

$1,260,000

9510 BALL RD

101%

$899,900

$910,000

10239 WOLFSVILLE RD

98%

$890,000

$867,750

3001 PRICES DISTILLERY RD

96%

$850,000

$817,000

6902 SOUTHRIDGE PL

338

91%

$897,500

$815,000

4303 SARATOGA SPRINGS CT

304

91%

$895,000

$815,000

1155 GREENFIELD RD

102

93%

$875,000

$810,000

5221 MUIRFIELD DR

132

95%

$839,900

$800,000

Listing provided by Bright MLS. This reflects a 30 day time period prior to our print deadline. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

N E E D A B I G G E R H O M E S C H O O L? Times have changed and so has real estate. We ensure the safety of our buyers and sellers with new safety protocols. Our group is busy every day with Zoom or Facetime meetings, virtual showings, or socially distant/masked showings. We take pride in exceeding your expectations and making the process as easy and comfortable for you as possible. Call us today for a free consultation and let’s work on your goals. Proud to be #FrederickStrong

DO U G GA RDINE R, REALTOR ® Managing Partner

3 01 . 404. 6494 | W W W. M A RYL A N D EX PERTS . COM T H E MARYL AND G ROUP OF LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE I NC. 877-498-8722 | 5301 Buckeystown Pike, Ste. 250, Frederick

I NC . MAGA ZI NE’ S 5 0 0 0 LI ST OF FAST EST GROW I NG C OMPA NI ES I N T HE C OU NT RY!

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

Call today for a

Established 1974

FREE CONSULTATION!

FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED

(301) 898-3615

HawkinsLandscaping.com

LANDSCAPING | HARDSCAPING | MAINTENANCE | LIGHTING | DRAINAGE

GIVING BACK

Nourishing Hearts as Well as Stomachs FOR MANY, THE GREATER URBANA AREA FOOD BANK IS A LIFELINE

ARTICLE RHONDA STEPHENS

WHEN JO OTSBY MENTIONED TO HER PASTOR THAT SHE THOUGHT THE FOOD DONATION PROGRAM COULD USE A LITTLE HELP, SHE DID NOT EXPECT HIS RESPONSE. He said, “Well, go do something.”

Real estate agent, Ryk Palmer and colleagues, collected food to donate to the food bank.

“So, I did,” she says. For the past 29 years, the Greater Urbana Food Bank has served the needy in the community under Jo’s leadership. “The Food Bank receives referrals of prescreened families

Ongoing Needs

from local schools, principals, counselors and social workers. It meets a basic but critical need in the southeast portion of Frederick County. During the pandemic, the food bank filled the gap for 150 students who were no longer receiving free breakfasts and free lunches at school. It also helps active duty and veteran military personnel, men, women, children, those who have addictions and are alcoholics, are unemployed and terminally ill. We serve 259 families every month; that’s over 800 men, women and children who solely rely upon us for food,” says Jo.

Diapers and baby items

Household appliances

School supplies

Household furniture

Along the way, Jo learned that, by the time people were referred to the food bank, they were in dire straits. It wasn’t simply food they needed. Many were behind in their bills, had foregone medical and dental attention, were without transportation and had clothing needs. “Yes, it was great that we were giving food to them, but they needed so much more from us. In every area of life, they needed help. So, we asked of the community, and they met the need. And they continue to provide everything to take the stress out of these people’s lives,” says Jo. “We provide full Thanksgiving meals, gifts for Christmas, Easter baskets, 32

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

baby equipment, clothing, diapers, furniture and school supplies. I don’t know how it’s going to work this year because the gifts come from the community and the schools.” The donations come to the food bank through community sponsorship such as schools, churches, individuals, local businesses and sports teams. Each week, Giant donates food and participates in an ongoing donation program with a cart by the door designated for food donation drop off. With Jo’s oversight, the food bank thrives. And because it is within her home, she fills her days serving others. “As a three-time breast cancer survivor, this is my reason to get off the couch. If I didn’t have this, I don’t know how it would have gone. I had people depending on me, waiting for me to get back up on my feet, and I did. I knew I was needed and that what I do is important. For me, this has been pretty much everything,” says Jo. Find them at GreaterUrbanaAreaFoodBank.org or search them on Facebook. CityLifestyle.com/Frederick

CULINARY CREATIONS

GIMME S'MORE BUILD YOUR OWN Sâ€™MORES BOARD PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN + DANA RUDOLPH

WHAT

YOU NEED

// Graham crackers // Chocolate bars // Peanut butter cups // Sprinkles // Sea Salt // Chocolate syrup // Caramel syrup // Raspberries // Coconut flakes // Marshmallows // Marshmallow fluff (vegetarian)

MIX +

MATCH

Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow + caramel syrup + sea salt Graham crackers + peanut butter cups + marshmallow fluff + chocolate syrup Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow fluff + sprinkles Graham crackers + chocolate bars + marshmallow + raspberries + coconut flakes

Frederick Lifestyle | October 2020

Weddings

Special Events

Portraits

MHIC-01-116114

KYLE HARRIS OWNER

| ARMY VETERAN

PRECISION + QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST HOME PROJECTS

R E N O VAT I O N S + A D D I T I O N S

HANDYMAN JOBS

SELLING + LISTING PREP

MARYLAND PROPERTY RENOVATIONS 301.880.4690 | MPRRENO.COM | MPRRENO@GMAIL .COM