Mary Ellen Bellusci
Interesting Things in Baltimore, MD
What You'll Find Here
- In-depth coffee reviews — from Gourmesso capsules to Folgers 1850 Trailblazer
- Baltimore local life: Medieval Times at Arundel Mills, Inner Harbor nights, and neighborhood gems
- Travel guides spanning Orange County to Gothenburg
- Fiction writing contests, creative-process advice, and resources for writers
- Baking recipes, gardening updates, and dining discoveries
Blog Categories
8
Years Writing
Since 2014
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland
- Professional: PHR (Professional in Human Resources)
- Support: PayPal.me/CoffeeReviews
About This Site
Mary Ellen Bellusci shares observations from Baltimore, Maryland — a mix of coffee tasting notes, restaurant finds, travel stories, baking experiments, and writing resources. The blog spans categories from local Baltimore happenings to international destinations, with a particular focus on coffee culture.
Recent highlights include a comparison of Australian and American coffee standards, a review of Folgers 1850 Trailblazer, and a family visit to Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament at Arundel Mills. The writing section features curated fiction-contest listings and practical advice on finding time to write and managing creative anxiety.
Site Highlights
Coffee Reviews
Gourmesso, Marley Coffee Talkin Blues, Troegs Java Head Stout, Folgers 1850 Trailblazer, and more
Dining
Five vegan-friendly restaurants in Paris (August 2018); chefs Massimo Bottura & Samin Nosrat on Time's 100 Most Influential (April 2019)
Baltimore
Medieval Times at Arundel Mills, Inner Harbor, Security Square Mall, Rams Head Live
Writing
Fiction contest roundup (Summer 2019), finding time to write, addressing creative anxiety
Travel
Orange County with kids, Gothenburg guide, Australia vs. USA coffee comparison
Baking & Gardening
Pecan Sticky Buns, Chocolate Mug Cake, Valentine's Day recipes, seasonal garden updates
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Reader Favorites
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"AUSTRALIA VS USA: COFFEE" — a deep dive comparing coffee standards across two continents, posted July 2019. One of the most-discussed pieces on the site.
July 2019
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"Fiction Writing Contests Worth Your Time in Summer 2019" — a curated list with deadlines from June through September, including fees and submission details.
May 25, 2019
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"Vegan Restaurant Paris: 5 Vegan Friendly Addresses" — Brewery Lola, Le Potager du Marais, East Side Burger, IMA, and Gentle Gourmet, all visited in 2018.
August 2018
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"Family 1st Time at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament" — a Baltimore-area experience at Arundel Mills, shared with family in May 2019.
May 2019