The Coolest Kids in Town: a blog about Baltimore, DC, and the misadventures of two-city life.

Well kids, the Olympics are over. And the US delegation totally kicked ass . But it's not the glory that Tex and I will miss most as our attention returns Stateside, it's the Olympians themselves. You know who I'm talking about. Our hometown hero , that beautiful fool with the terrible taste , my own coup de foudre , and Cullen Jones . One more time, now:  Cullen Jones . So in the name of international friendship, world peace , and our new hero Gabby Douglas  I'd like to present you with an Olympic-themed post just for you. But also for us. Look, this is a safe space so I think we can all just be honest with one another about something: Ryan Lochte would be a lot hotter if he weren't on Twitter . Unfortunately for his public image, he is. Fortunately for us,  The Cut has found a silver lining. Deep Thoughts from Ryan Lochte pairs admittedly hot photos of the Olympian with some of his choicest Tweets. Expect to finish the slideshow disappointed in yoursel...

Maryland is home to so many wonderful things: Tex & Coda, the Naval Academy, those lovable O's, and of course, blue crab. No matter what lies biologists and the Discovery Channel tell you, the blue crab really is the only one worth knowing, or eating. In that light, allow us to direct you to The Crab Guy , a blogger who, as his name implies, writes all about those delectable crustaceans native to the Chesapeake and how best to prepare them . He even has detailed instructions on how to pick crabs so you'll look like a native even if you're not. If however, you're one of those people (and Coda is not) who prefers crab cakes to picking your own, then check out The Crab Cake Guy and find out how to make them right. By the way, making them right will not include a fryer. Ever. If you'd like to take a more scientific approach to learning about crabs and the Bay head on over to Bay Daily , a blog about environmental issues relating to the Chesapeake and her water...

Hellllllllo friends, we’re back. It’s been a long five months, and we’re sure you missed us, but Tex and Coda have returned to help get you through these trying times. Also known as the holidays. And possibly 2010, but no promises. Since the holidays are, in fact, here (the first night of Hanukkah is tomorrow , people – I’m celebrating by getting my tree), you’re gonna have to start making a lot of decisions. Need some help with that? Let Simon Decide has you covered. Just create a profile, answer some questions that illustrate your personality (the better to help you decide, my dear), and start making smart decisions. Once you’re registered click the large red button and let Simon help you make some good calls. Just ask a prepared question or a unique original and Simon will help you break the problem down, step-by-step. Then all you have to do is wait for Simon to analyze the info and give you his objective opinion. Now Simon is great, but he’s not for the indecisive, so to help yo...