The smoky neighborhood dive bar may not yet be extinct, but more and more Maryland bars and taverns are redefining “bar food” with a sophisticated assortment of wine and beer combined with inventive food.

Former cafe keeps diner style, adds space, games entertainment By Jonathan E. Coleman From the street, it doesn’t look like much has changed at the former Luv B’s Cafe. Other than a sign announcing the restaurant’s new name — B’s Grill & Bar —

MIAMI -- It might be notorious for its late-night party scene, swanky beach hotels with steeply priced drinks and the beachgoers who wear barely-there $300 swimsuits, but vacationing Miami-style doesn't have to cost a fortune.

Local musicians Kent Schoch, Kevin Short, Ed Shockley, Pete Slayer and Stuart Vining will gather from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, for a night of food, drink and song at the Cultured Pearl in Rehoboth Beach.

Nancy Leson, Seattle Times food writer, takes readers on a tour of some of the area's many wine bars, including Verve Wine Bar & Cellar, Poco Wine Room, Smash Wine Bar & Bistro, Olives Café & Wine Bar, Twisted Cork Wine Bar.