Tony Foreman is the visionary entrepreneur behind the most celebrated restaurants in the Baltimore area. His journey began in 1995 with the opening of Savannah Restaurant in the neighborhood of Fell’s Point, a collaboration with Chef Cindy Wolf that set the stage for his enduring legacy in fine dining and hospitality. Two years later, they launched Charleston, the cornerstone of Harbor East among the most acclaimed restaurants of the Mid-Atlantic region. 

Tony’s dedication to his craft continued with Petit Louis Bistro, a Parisian-inspired French restaurant in the Roland Park neighborhood where he grew up. In 2004, he unveiled PAZO, a vibrant Spanish and Mediterranean venue later transformed into Bar Vasquez in 2016, embracing the flavors of Argentine cuisine. In 2007, he introduced Baltimore to authentic Northern Italian dining with Cinghiale, complete with a traditional salumeria, followed by Johnny’s in 2012, a neighborhood retreat blending casual charm with global influences. 

In 2021, Tony joined forces with Chef/Owner Christopher Scanga to open The Milton Inn, a pre-Revolutionary War farmhouse reimagined into a cozy tavern and destination dining experience in Baltimore County. His latest venture, The Duchess, is a partnership with Chef/Owner Kiko Fejarang. Located on The Avenue in Hampden, it marries her Chamorro heritage with the convivial spirit of an English pub. 

Tony’s passion extends beyond restaurants. In 2001, he launched BIN 604 Wine Sellers in Harbor East, offering patrons a carefully curated selection of wines inspired by his restaurant lists. BIN 201 Wine Sellers followed in Annapolis in 2009, further cementing his reputation as a noted wine expert and enthusiast. 

For 15 years, Tony and Chef Cindy Wolf hosted a weekly hour-long radio show on Baltimore’s NPR station, WYPR 88.1 FM—Foreman and Wolf on Food and Wine—during which they shared their passion for foods and wines that have inspired their professional pursuits, while making accessible to a broad audience seasonal specialties and the joys of everyday cooking.  

With deep roots in Baltimore, Tony’s love for his hometown has shaped his every endeavor. Now raising his two daughters in the same neighborhood where he grew up, he is personally invested in and present at each of his establishments. Whether discussing business over coffee at Johnny’s, recommending wine at Cinghiale, or cheering for his favorite football team, Everton, at The Duchess with a pint in hand. Tony embodies the vibrant, welcoming spirit of the city he has changed for the better through his commitment to bringing people together in the enjoyment of quality dining experiences. 

Sommelier

Lindsay Willey joined the Foreman Wolf team as a server during the opening of Cinghiale in August of 2007. She participated in rigorous study and tasting of Italian wines as part of the preparation for opening and started co-managing the daily operations of the cellar in November of 2007. Willey worked exclusively with the Cinghiale cellar until 2009 at which time she started working with Charleston and eventually the other properties.

Lindsay Willey became certified by the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2011