In the News
Governor Moore and the Maryland Department of Agriculture Host 16th Annual Buy Local Cookout
Press Release, July 21, 2023
“Buying local is good for our state—it supports our small businesses and keeps our state’s economy competitive,” said Gov. Moore.
This is the second time Bread and Butter Kitchen has participated in the Governor’s Annual Buy Local Cookout. This year, we created a citrus pork panini celebrating pork from PA Bowen Farmstead, pickles from Oksana’s Produce Farm, and amazing bread from Black Market Bakers.
Read the full release here.
Monica Alvarado Name Hometown Hero
Fox5, June 30, 2023
During a recent visit to Annapolis, MD for one of their, “Friday Zip Trips,” Fox5 DC surprised owner, Monica Alvarado, with the honor of being named Annapolis’ Hometown Hero.
The honor was given as a result of Monica’s work in the community during the pandemic, as well as her commitment to ensuring Bread and Butter Kitchen is an inclusive environment for our LGBTQ+ community.
Watch the video here.
Annapolis restaurant, interfaith group launch Feed Anne Arundel to help families and businesses during coronavirus pandemic
Capital Gazette, March 20, 2020
To support both families in need and the Anne Arundel County economy, a small business owner in Eastport and an interfaith social activism group have partnered to pay restaurants that make food for families who might go hungry during the coronavirus pandemic.
Feed Anne Arundel, an initiative between Anne Arundel Connecting Together and owner of the Bread and Butter Kitchen in Eastport, was announced Thursday afternoon in response to the spread of coronavirus.
Read the full article here.
Crooked Crab Beer Dinner
Crooked Crab Brewing, October 2019
You’ve had dinner at The Crab, but never like this! Our first ever beer dinner will be hosted in the Crooked Crab Brewing Company taproom on Sunday, November 10th, starting at 6 pm. Our head brewer has partnered with the fantastic culinary staff at Bread and Butter Kitchen of Annapolis, and together they will guide you through a culinary/beer experience spanning 4 courses, each of which has been masterfully paired with a Crooked Crab beer.
Details and tickets here.
Cookout features Mid-Shore chefs, produce
The Star Democrat, July 19, 2019
Gov. Larry Hogan put his Maryland pride where his mouth is Thursday, July 18, during the 12th annual Buy Local Cookout at the Government House in Annapolis.
Hogan hosted the cookout, where he and his invited guests sampled produce and recipes from all over Maryland. Dishes featured ingredients from each county in the state, including Caroline, Dorchester, Queen Anne’s and Talbot.
Read the full article here.
Three Anne Arundel food businesses featured at annual Buy Local Cookout
Capital Gazette, July 14, 2019
Three food businesses from Anne Anne Arundel County will provide dishes Thursday for the 12th annual Buy Local Cookout in Annapolis, part of an effort to promote Maryland grown or produced food.
Monica Alvarado of Bread and Butter Kitchen in Eastport submitted a Banh Mi Bowl…
Read the full article here.
Annapolis is A Trip Fit for Foodies
Edible DC, May 3, 2019
The fun fact about Annapolis that most people don’t know? It was the United States capital in 1783–84. When George Washington came to the new statehouse, it’s a safe bet that he had a hearty meal of seafood. Oysters, crabs, scallops and all types of fresh fish were a big part of the coastal Colonial diet and a thriving industry in Annapolis.
Read the full article here.
Anne Arundel organizations to continue aid efforts for federal workers despite shutdown deal
Capital Gazette, January 26, 2019
Despite a deal to temporarily fund the federal government for three weeks, some Anne Arundel County organizations and groups will continue to assist federal employees.
Read the full article here.
Dining Guide 2019
Bay Weekly
Welcome to Bay Weekly’s annual Dining Guide, a tour of good eats and good eating. In this special issue, you’ll visit the many restaurants, delis, groceries and seafood markets whose advertising in our pages brings you Bay Weekly 52 weeks of each year. Most are locally owned, and all are in our neighborhoods.
Read full article here.
2018 Best Of Annapolis
We were so excited and honored to be named the Best Kept Secret by the readers of Whats Up! Magazine. The 2018 Best Of Food awards and dinner was a blast! Thanks to all who voted for and continue to support us!
Winner 2018 Capital Gazette Readers Choice
7 hot spots to dine in Annapolis right now
DC Refined, August 14, 2018
Even if you don’t have plans to get out on the water, summer is the best season to visit Annapolis. That’s because the seaside town’s restaurant scene is booming, making it a worthy destination for D.C. food fiends looking for a change of pace and some truly exceptional meals.
Read full article here.
Dining Out: Passion a Key Ingredient at Bread and Butter Kitchen
Capital Gazette, September 21, 2017
Food blogger turned restaurateur Monica Alvarado has an easy way with food. But it wasn’t always the case. Ask her about the first thing she learned to cook, and she starts laughing.
“It’s a funny story – turkey for Thanksgiving. I cooked the turkey and realized there’s a bag inside!”
Her cooking, and her life, has evolved since then.
Read the full article here.