By The Glass, By The Bottle

After Ullswater opens, he said, Bicycle gift certificates will be honored there.

Restaurant Weeks : When it's summer doldrums time for restaurants, it's good news for people who like to dine out. First, check out Howard County's Restaurant Weeks (July 27-Aug. 9). Many of the area's finest restaurants, including Aida Bistro, Bistro Blanc, Cafe de Paris, Jordan's Steakhouse, Kings Contrivance, Tersiguel's and many more, are offering specially priced prix fixe menus, ranging from $10.09 to $40.09. The Web site, at howardcountyrestaurantweek.com, has more information.

Baltimore's Summer Restaurant Week is scheduled for a bit later, Aug. 7-16, and the three-course, fixed-price menus are $30.09 for dinner and $20.09 for lunch. This summer the emphasis is on local and seasonal ingredients for the special meals. The Web site at baltimorerestaurantweek.com has a list of the more than 90 participating restaurants and more information about other events and discounts.

Some Restaurant Week deals are better bargains than others (I've had readers complain that some restaurants that have fixed-price menus regularly don't discount them), so call or check out individual Web sites before making your decisions.

The Deal of the Week

The Deal: 25 percent off your entire check in the bar

Where: Blue Hill Tavern, 938 S. Conkling St., Brewers Hill

When: Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Call: 443-388-9363