Chesapeake Stories
Kyle hurst - battery Island Brewing company
We stopped by Battery Island Brewing Company, in Havre de Grace to visit with Kyle Hurst: owner, head brewer and active-duty army officer. This passionate beer fan is producing some brews in this lovely Chesapeake town.
Sandy scott - The Hickory stick - a unique boutique
For 14 years The Hickory Stick has been the “go to” spot for quality gifts in Rock Hall, Maryland. We caught up with owner Sandy Scott to learn the history of the store and to find out where she gets all this cool stuff!
Rohry Flood - cult Classic Brewing
We stopped by Cult Classic Brewing on lovely Kent island to chat with Rohry Flood. Rohry tells us how the Cult Classic crew navigated the "dumpster fire" of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and some of the fun things they have planned for 2021.
Jaime windon - WIndon Distilling / lyon Rum
Is there a more eloquent spokesperson for Eastern Shore entrepreneurs than Jaime Windon? Windon Distilling, of St. Michaels are makers of nationally distributed Lyon Rum. Jaime tells us about starting the business and navigating the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jamie Williams - director, kent county economic development
In January 2022, we met with Jamie Williams to learn more about tourism, healthcare, enterprise zones, fiberoptic internet access and other projects aimed at boosting the economy of Kent County. Have a listen!
Charlie Copeland - Bayheads Brewing
Charlie tells us about this brewery started by 3 high school buddies in the canal town of Chesapeake City. They are not only making it through the COVID-19 crisis, they’re working to open their new taproom in the town’s historic district. Looking for some fun in a beautiful place…you found it.
Jake & jeff - bull & Goat Brewery
Jake Heimbuch and Jeff Putman, two friends and work colleagues started home brewing for fun. Now they share their beers, and distilled spirits, with the rest of us. These guys are a lot of fun too! Stop by their neighborhood tap room in Centreville to find out.
judy Crow - crow vineyard & Winery
Check out our chat with Judy Crow who, along with husband Roy, founded Kent County’s first winery on their family farm in Kennedyville. Judy is a strong advocate for Maryland Wines, serving as president of the Maryland Winery Association.
Brian & Shawna Truitt - Patriot Acres Farm Brewery
Join us down on the farm as we learn what it’s like to start a family brewery in rural Queen Anne’ County. The Truitt family has earned a reputation for hospitality and community service. Where else can you drink beer with a chicken perched on your shoulder.
scott mccardell - maryland beer company
Watch the scenes of brew day unfolding at Maryland Beer Company. Scott McCardell, and his team in Elkton, craft a diverse lineup of savory brews that are finding their way into a growing number of pubs, restaurants and stores throughout the region.
jesse mcnew & rohry flood - cult classic brewing
If you’re looking for fun and a great beer on Kent Island, look no further than Cult Classic Brewing. Brothers Jesse & Brooks McNew and their team have created a movie-themed brew mecca in a former grocery store that you just have to see. Oh, and these guys are endlessly entertaining.
maggie hall - broken spoke winery
“If it ain’t ‘Broken’ don’t drink it!” is the motto of this family owned winery in Earleville. Maggie Hall tells us how her parents, Thea & Rob Hall, and she, have crafted a fine array of wines and a diverse line up of events at their horse farm-based vineyard.