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The Baltimore Inner Harbor was alive with inspiration and flavor on Friday, October 31, 2025, as The Baltimore Times and Times Community Services, Inc.officially launched the First Annual Healthy Dining Awareness Restaurant Week at Supano’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill.
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The evening marked the beginning of a weeklong celebration (November 1–9, 2025) dedicated to promoting healthier dining, raising awareness about diabetes prevention, and strengthening Baltimore’s commitment to community wellness. The event welcomed an enthusiastic crowd of community leaders, chefs, and health advocates to Supano’s.
@media ( min-width: 300px ){.newspack_global_ad.scaip-1{min-height: 100px;}}@media ( min-width: 728px ){.newspack_global_ad.scaip-1{min-height: 90px;}}Mistress of Ceremonies, Michelle Petties, author of “Leaving Large – The Stories of a Food Addict,” emphasized the power of storytelling and self-awareness in shaping better health outcomes. “This is about more than food. It’s about reclaiming our health, our habits, and our hope — one meal, one story, and one decision at a time.”The evening’s Mistress of Ceremonies, Michelle Petties, author of “Leaving Large – The Stories of a Food Addict,” guided the program with warmth and personal connection. Expressing her excitement to be part of the city’s first Healthy Dining Awareness Restaurant Week, Petties emphasized the power of storytelling and self-awareness in shaping better health outcomes. “This is about more than food,” Petties said. “It’s about reclaiming our health, our habits, and our hope — one meal, one story, and one decision at a time.”
Paris Brown, Publisher of The Baltimore Times, shares with Marc Clarke, CEO & Founder, The Good News Show with Marc Clarke, why Healthy Dining Awareness Restaurant Week was launched during Diabetes Awareness Month.The event was presented in partnership with the American Culinary Federation – Greater Baltimore Chapter (ACF), whose members helped make the kick-off both educational and inspiring. Through a powerful series of personal testimonies— stories that blended professional passion with personal transformation. Chefs Ivan Crump, Jr., Larry Mack, and Walter Frazier, Baltimore’s Top Chefs, from ACF helped to kick off the event.
The evening also included a special acknowledgment of Dr. Kim Dobson Sydnor, Dean of the School of Community Health & Policy at Morgan State University, and the Center for Urban Health, for their ongoing leadership in advancing community health education and outreach. Dr. Sydnor’s recognition underscored the partnership between higher education, media, and community organizations — all working together to combat chronic disease and expand access to wellness information.
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(l-r) Supano’s Owner, Terry Coffman, enjoyed a laugh with event participants. During the program, Terry shares his story of living with diabetes and why Supano’s is committed to providing healthy menu options and his personal journey of lifestyle change.Supano’s owner, Terry Coffman, shared his story of living with diabetes and transforming his restaurant’s menu to reflect a healthier approach to traditional favorites. His commitment was reflected in the evening’s tasting menu, which featured dishes such as baked sweet potato fries, organic broccoli, and gluten-free pasta with organic marinara.
Healthy Dining Awareness Restaurant Week continues through November 9, 2025. For a list of participating restaurants, health resources, and feature stories, visit:🔗Healthy Dining Awareness Restaurant Week(https://the-baltimore-times.mmcxchange.com/event-details/healthy-dining-awareness-restaurant-week)
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