The cuisine landscape in Hampden is gearing up for a flavorful twist with the opening of The Duchess, a new restaurant taking residence at the former Café Hon space on “The Avenue.” Slated for a grand launch over two nights on December 4th and 5th, The Duchess is more than just a dining destination. It’s a fundraiser rooted in community support.
Baltimore Fishbowl
reported that ticket sales at $188.58 per person, taxes included, will benefit the B’more for Healthy Babies initiative.
While eagerly anticipated by local food enthusiasts, the opening event isn’t just serving exciting flavors. With live music featuring local talents like Katie Callahan and Penny & Sparrow, The Duchess is set to mesmerize guests with an “eclectic, cocktail” atmosphere, as revealed by an Eventbrite invitation cited by
Baltimore Fishbowl
. The eatery is the brainchild of Tony Foreman’s Foreman Wolf and promises an interior echoing the camaraderie of English pubs, thanks to designer Katie DeStefano.
The menu, inspired by Chef Kiko Fejarang’s Chamorro heritage from Guam, aims to entice offerings ranging from $11 to $50. Diners can anticipate a blend of tradition and innovation reflective of the Mariana Islands’ diverse flavors. Investment is substantial, with close to $2 million pumped into the revamp of the place, as attorney Caroline Hecker informed Baltimore’s liquor board.
Amidst the excitement, the restaurant has also made social commitments clear, aligning its opening with the work of B’more for Healthy Babies, a program dedicated to improving health outcomes for women and infants in Baltimore. Architecting spaces for neighborhood congregation and culinary exploration, the owners have expressed via Instagram, as detailed by
WMAR-2 News
, a desire to integrate Chef Kiko’s familial and culinary ethos as a cornerstone of The Duchess. The two opening nights promise guests a mix of curated big and small snacks, drinks, and cultural entertainment starting at 6 p.m., with performances commencing at 8 p.m.
Tickets are available through Eventbrite for those interested in attending The Duchess’s debut while supporting a noble cause.
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