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McDonald's to hire 50,000 today

Fast food chain McDonald's is offering more than the Happy Meal today. Along with the Big Breakfast and Big Macs, the Oak Brook, Illinois-based company is fighting the McJob label in part by offering 50,000 jobs nationally.

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Dining@Large: Matzah brickle for Passover

As Passover begins, Baltimore Jews cleanse homes of leavened bread

Hundreds of Baltimore Jews gathered at the Pimlico Race Course parking lot Monday morning to dispose of the last of their stores of leavened bread, or chametz, banned during Passover, which...

Werner's serves up its last lunch Friday

Werner's luncheonette, a downtown fixture since 1950 that was a gathering spot for politicians and lawyers as well as office workers and citizens serving jury duty, is closing Friday.

Dining@Large: Last breakfast at Werner's

Dining with the 'Masters'

Want a recipe for weekend fun that blends food, wine and philanthropy? Head to Wilmington, Del., and join acclaimed chefs and dining trendsetters for the "Meals From the Masters" foodie extravaganza.

Dining@Large: Your weekend dining plans

Superfresh parent wants to sell 22 Maryland stores

In a move that could signal the end of the Superfresh grocery store franchise in Maryland, the chain's parent company, which operates more than two dozen stores in the state, said Wednesday it wants to sell most of its local outlets as part of a plan to emerge from bankruptcy protection.

State officials change guidelines to allow for more consumption of rockfish

For the catchers and eaters of Chesapeake Bay striped bass, there's good news: State environmental officials say it is now safe for us to add another helping of Maryland's state fish to our plate.

Chef Mac's is in tune with its audience

Welcome to improv dining.

Koco's, the quintessential neighborhood pub

Lauraville watering hole dishes juicy wings, excellent crab cakes

Red Canoe is a respite from the daily hustle

Bargain sandwiches, relaxed feel at this cozy Harford Road cafe.

Matsuri keeps it fresh in Federal Hill

After 15 years, Matsuri has cornered the market on reliable Japanese cuisine.

Baba's Kitchen is a cozy neighborhood staple

South Baltimore spot has simple, heartfelt takes on Mediterranean standards in a homey setting.

Crisp breads, clever pairings at Milk & Honey Market

Mount Vernon café is a step above most soup & sandwich spots

The whole enchilada and more at Mari Luna

Inventive menu means you should expand your horizons beyond your standby favorites

In Mount Airy, Drovers Grill offers unexpected pleasures

Halfway between Baltimore and Frederick, family-run restaurant showcases Maryland wines

Fresh, fast subs at Jimmy John's

The humor, noise and prices at this Inner Harbor chain seem right out of college

Golden West at home on the Avenue

Hampden's pioneering restaurant serves up huge portions of family-friendly fare

Hummus Corner is a pleasant surprise

Strip mall location offers flavorful, affordable Middle Eastern fare.

Restaurant review: Slainte

The question for Slainte is: Is you is or is you ain't a gastropub?

Ho-hum Italian fare at Mamma's Cucina

Hampden restaurant has lackluster service, middling versions of Italian standards.

Great expectations, lacking food at Zhong Shan

Setting seems authentic Chinese, but kitchen doesn't always deliver

Paladar spices up capital dining scene

A welcoming staff and freewheeling Latin cuisine have new Annapolis Towne Centre joint jumping.

Demi's small plates deliver big satisfaction

Though it's in the basement of Crush, the Belvedere Square restaurant has its own tasty identity.

Chops serves family fare in lively setting

Phoenix eatery offers its namesake dish, as well as other American favorites

Caesar's Den continues to do the standards well

Four decades of classical cooking and homey atmosphere keep diners coming back to Little Italy institution.

Dick's Last Resort raises the bar for pub grub

Gimmick's aside, Inner Harbor restaurant/bar churns out impressive barbeque.

Trattoria Alberto's vibrant taste of Northern Italy

Glen Burnie strip mall restaurant defies its lo-fi surroundings with an alluring menu.