Alexander Randall (1803-1881) was a prominent lawyer and businessman in Annapolis. He was a U.S. Congressman (Whig Party) from 1841 through 1843 representing Anne Arundel and part of Howard County as well as sections of Baltimore City. As a strong Unionist, he served from 1864 through 1868 during the Civil War and Reconstruction era as…
smoked paprika again. always Well this chicken turned out pretty great. I got the chicken that was already cut up so.. no fiasco. old line plate photographer Abby Logsdon makes raw chicken look less repulsive than in my photos sherry and spices I added some carrots and onions to make it a meal. ew I…
This sufficiently tasty but not outstandingly delicious recipe comes to us courtesy of the family of Governor Lloyd Lowndes, governor of Maryland from 1896 to 1900. Lowndes’ lineage can be traced back to an early Maryland merchant settler and beyond, but I can’t find much readily available about his governing. I’m sure that further research…
photo: Jody Scofield “One of the pre-Revolutionary architectural treasures of St. Mary’s County, Maryland, is Sotterley, built in 1730. George Plater built the home, and upon his death passed it to his son, who later became the governor of Maryland. The grandson of the Governor eventually lost the estate at the gaming table to a…
I prepared these for New Years brunch. Totally a perfect wintery-celebration side dish. (Presented in my favorite green ceramic serving dish, photo c/o Abby.) Maryland’s Way: The Hammond-Harwood House Cook Book (Waste not want not) 1906 postcard c/o Southern Heritage cookbook