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Towson Makes Top Showing in Magazine's 'Best of Baltimore'

Baltimore Magazine saluted, among others, Towson's sandwiches, smoothies and stylists.

 

It's the time of the year when local publications trot out the annual Best Of lists. Baltimore Magazine included its list in the August issue, which just hit newsstands. Here's a sample of how Towson fared.

Best Chicken Box: Chicken Paul's

"It's low-key and unremarkable in appearance, but the crispy chicken and fries satisfy a deep-fried need."

Best Sandwich: Cubano at Havana Road Cuban Cafe

"Chunks of slow-roasted pork, ham, Swiss, mustard, and pickles are pressed on crunchy bread ... Delicioso!"

Best Smoothies: Zia's Cafe

"The Lucky 13 smoothie ... is just the boost we need after several sun salutations at the nearby yoga studio."

Best Colorist: Jill Turnbull of No Worries

"Calm and cool, the earthy Aussie ... is the colorist other stylists call when they have a dye job calamity on their hands."

Best Stylist: Mario Rentuma of Lluminaire

"... [T]he co-owner/stylist delivers looks that wow."

Best Paint Store: Stebbins Anderson

"... terrific service from a knowledgeable staff."

Best Jewelry Repair: Towson Jewelry & Repair Center

"... skilled, lightning-fast work."

Best Personal Organizer: Simplify Organizing

Best Heels: The Little Shoebox

Additionally, Brooks-Huff Tire and Auto and Hollenshade's Auto Service placed among the city's top 10 auto repair shops, at the No. 2 and 5 spots, respectively. Radebaugh Florist and Greenhouses placed second among the area's top five nurseries.

What else in Towson would you have ranked among Baltimore's best? Tell us in the comments.

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