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In local business news…

Lost Ark Distilling Company has announced that it will be closing February 15th.

Lost Ark opened in 2016 with the mission of crafting American Rum. They also created a cocktail venue and held special events. I honestly don’t know much about them but I was a big fan of Lady Anne’s Rum Punch Pina Colada Jam made by Neat Nick Preserves using rum made by Lost Ark.

They’re inviting folks to stop by for one last visit before they close.

The Little Market Cafe in Old Ellicott City is closed right now but have no fear. Its only temporary while they make renovations.

Exciting Updates from Little Market Cafe!

We wanted to share some important news with all of you, our amazing customers! Little Market Cafe will be closing this Sunday at 4 PM to allow us to make some much-needed renovations to our kitchen and floors. We’re so excited about these upgrades and can’t wait to welcome you back with a refreshed space on March 1st as we kick off Mardi Gras celebrations in style!

While our cafe is closed, we will still be accepting catering orders, and our team will be working out of Morsberger’s Tavern to ensure you get the delicious food you love. If you have any catering needs, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Stay tuned for updates on our renovations and the exciting events we have planned. Thank you for being part of the Little Market Cafe family, and we can’t wait to celebrate Mardi Gras with you when we reopen!

Their social media game is strong, so you can keep up with them in the interim on Facebook and Instagram.

Finally, Fox and Barrel in Ellicott City is reopening today after being closed since early January for renovations and menu updates.

They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Not sure how the roads are right at this minute but I’m sure they’d love to see you today if it’s safe enough to drive. We went there a year or so ago and it’s a sweet little place. I took a bunch of pics for a blog post but never got around to it. It will be fun to see how it has changed.

Have a good day, stay safe and keep me posted on other interesting business news.

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