NAME: Scott Bernas
AGE: 34
NEIGHBORHOOD: Columbia
OCCUPATION: Manager, RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
“I grew up in Montgomery County and now live in Columbia with my wife and two sons. I’ve been in the restaurant industry for 18 years and truly love my profession. I’ve been with RA since it opened its first East Coast location in Baltimore in January 2008.”
FAVORITE SUNDAY MORNING ACTIVITY Family time
“Having brunch with my family and watching football.”
FAVORITE NONPROFIT/CHARITY St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
“Every year RA Sushi holds a fundraiser called Nicky’s Week where 100 percent of the proceeds from selected menu items are donated to St. Jude. RA has been successful in raising nearly $400,000 since 2005. This year, Nicky’s Week will be from May 24 to 30.”
INFO: www.stjude.org
PLACE TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWNERS Oriole Park at Camden Yards
“When the O’s are in town, this is a must-do. I have taken a few friends who are from out of town and it is usually the highlight of their trip.”
WHERE: 333 W. Camden St., Baltimore
INFO: www.orioles.com
FAVORITE BAR RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
“With happy hour now from 3 to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday, how could it not be a great bar scene? Plus, it’s so affordable with beverages starting at $1 and sushi and appetizers half-off. Shameless plug but I really do love it at RA!”
WHERE: 701 S. Eden St., Baltimore
INFO: 410-522-3200; www.rasushi.com
MY SPLURGE Eating out — anywhere
“I love going out and trying different restaurants in the area.”
FAVORITE PLACE TO SEE LIVE MUSIC The Waterfront Hotel
“They have live bands pretty much every night of the week.”
WHERE: 1710 Thames St., Fells Point
INFO: 410-537-5055; www.waterfronthotel.us
BALTIMORE’S HIDDEN GEM Hampden’s Christmas Street
“34th Street in Hampden during the holidays. The lights are amazing!”
WHERE: 34th Street, Hampden
INFO: www.christmasstreet.com
BEST WEEKEND GETAWAY Hidden Valley, Pa.
“My family owns a townhouse that is located in the Hidden Valley resort. It’s always nice to take the family up and just chill and relax after a long busy season.”
WHERE: 1 Craighead Drive, Hidden Valley, Pa.
INFO: www.hiddenvalleyresort.com
BEST CHEAP FUN Family time
“I really enjoy hanging out with my two sons. At times this isn’t always ‘cheap’ but it is always fun!”
