Old Bay All Day!

Maryland’s culinary heritage is inseparable from Old Bay seasoning, a zesty blend invented in 1940 by a German Jewish refugee in Baltimore. However, the iconic spice typically found in seafood dishes enriches a variety of other foods across the state. Here’s a taste of the many Old Bay-flavored snacks and sips you can find in Maryland:

Old Bay Ice Cream

The Charmery—Baltimore

The Charmery, known for its inventive ice cream flavors, created a buzz with its Old Bay Caramel Ice Cream.

The combination of sweet caramel and the savory spice blend is a surprising and delightful experience for the palate.

Old Bay Bagels

THB Bagelry & Deli—Baltimore

Enjoy Old Bay Asiago or Old Bay Everything bagels for a limited time at THB Bagelry & Deli.

Both bagels are available through Labor Day, and a portion of all proceeds goes to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Old Bay Chocolates

Sweet Cascades Chocolatier—Ellicott City

Sweet Cascades Chocolatier pushes the boundaries of confectionery with their Old Bay Chocolate Truffles. These truffles pair the richness of chocolate with the distinct taste of Old Bay, creating a surprisingly harmonious flavor profile.

Pick up some of their Old Bay chocolate crabs while you’re at it—they’d make the perfect dessert after your next crab feast!

Old Bay Caramel Popcorn

E.C. Pops—Ellicott City

Elevate your snacking game with irresistible Old Bay Caramel Popcorn from E.C. Pops.

This unique treat masterfully blends the rich, buttery sweetness of caramel with the bold, savory kick of Old Bay seasoning, creating a flavor sensation that’s quintessentially Maryland.

Dead Rise Old Bay Summer Ale

Flying Dog Brewery—Frederick

Flying Dog Brewery is renowned for its Dead Rise Old Bay Summer Ale, which features a subtle yet distinct Old Bay flavor balanced with lemon. It’s a light and refreshing beer—perfect for summer!

Feature Photo courtesy of Flying Dog Brewery