Howard Magazine

Xenia Greek Kouzina, the new restaurant nestled within a business park in Columbia, is easily a Howard County dining standout.

By John-John Williams IV

Jan 2, 2020

From Howard County Restaurant Week to a handful of concerts, here's how to stay entertained during the winter months.

By Allana Haynes

Jan 2, 2020

Tim McManus — an active-duty Marine — spent eight years growing his vision of a community hub for gamers.

Grit & Ash Designs fills the void left by Vintage Marketplace, which closed in March after seven years of business.

By John-John Williams IV

Dec 31, 2019

The American restaurant features 40 types of draft beer and close to half of its menu items made with local honey.

By John-John Williams IV

Dec 31, 2019

It stood at the top of Main Street — a kind of North Pole, if you will, for the Ellicott City shop called The Christmas Company.

By Mike Klingaman

Dec 5, 2019

Nicholas Johnson always thought about expanding his Ellicott City store, Su Casa Furniture. He just didn’t know that a catastrophic flood in 2018 would be the cause.

By John-John Williams IV

Dec 5, 2019

Boom Shake is “for those who are looking for strength in their workout plan but don’t want to do a bunch of burpees,” said creator Toni White. “It’s fitness-focused, but to music.”

What’s the best holiday gift you’ve ever received?

Looking for ways to get out of the house as the weather takes a turn? Try one of these Howard County events.

By Allana Haynes

Dec 5, 2019

With its heavenly mix of French bread, raisins, eggs, vanilla, heavy cream, milk and butter, the bread pudding at Stanford Grill is a top seller during the holiday season.

By John-John Williams IV

Dec 5, 2019

Need a great place to take your dog while you’re at work? Want a cleaning service to come by when Rover is out of the house? What about a place to pick up fresh produce on your way home? The Best of Howard County can help.