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We asked some of the area’s foodies and bloggers what they did for New Year’s Eve, and if they had any traditions? “I make black eyed peas and collards. The peas are supposed to bring good luck & the collards bring money.” – Johnna of Johnna Knows Good Food “I […]
The Chef running the helm at Duke’s Grocery, responsible for dishes such as the Katsu Curry, the cat-fish Bahn Mi with pate, and of course, The Proper (or Brunchie) Burger, has announced today he is the leaving the 17th Street hot-spot. In a public Facebook post, Chef Alex McCoy writes, […]
When Tony Tomeldon of the Pug and John Solomon of Solly’s teamed up with Chef Shannan Troncoso-former Executive Chef of Matchbox Capitol Hill-to open Brookland’s Finest Bar & Kitchen, I was excited. When I finally went and noticed an open and inviting restaurant, I was thrilled. And when I tasted […]
A lot happened in 2014. Some people had birthdays, there was an election, Cityzen and others shut their doors for good, and DC got a ton of new restaurants. Below are just some of the best things we ate in 2014. What’s the best thing you ate this year? Duke’s […]
West Elm recently opened their 14th Street NW location and business has been great. With a lack of retail that’s not food related on 14th Street, residents and visitors alike have been flocking to this well known store. West Elm has done a great job lately by adopting a business […]
Custom chocolates. Does it really get any better than that? Chouquette (pronounced shoo-ket) is an artisanal handmade chocolate company in Bethesda, MD. Small batch orders are their speciality allowing the users custom logo, or one of their choosing, to shine. Perfect for holiday gifts, corporate events, birthdays, weddings, or just […]
Opened in 2013 and tucked in a non-descript nook just behind the convention center – not quite Shaw, but certainly not downtown – Table has been wowing guests for almost two years. The clean modern exterior is a stark contrast to the older row houses along side the restaurant with […]
Often overlooked with the onslaught of new establishments crowding out the popular 14th Street corridor, those in the know, know that Saint Ex is a neighborhood favorite with amazing food. When we’re craving something hearty for brunch (and an outdoor patio when it’s warmer), we head to Saint Ex and […]
We love Bistro du Coin with it’s high ceilings, traditional French/Belgian dishes, and large interior. However dinner and brunch can get very crowded with their ambiguous reservation policy. That’s okay. When you’re walking around Dupont, just left Kramer Bookstore, or are making your way from Logan Circle to Georgetown, stop […]
Who needs Monday Night Football when you can witness acclaimed local chefs and award-winning mixologists, go head to head in a battle of Chilean cuisine and spirits. Last night, the National Restaurant Association hosted an event to highlight and celebrate the regional ingredients Chile has to offer. Every patron and […]
It’s no secret that famed DC restaurateur Ashok Bajaj is a genius. However before Rasika and Rasika West End, there was The Bombay Club. The traditional Indian restaurant with an almost Colonial English environment – high-end cloth linens, fine silver and dining china, a seemingly endless number of staff always […]
This Southeast Asian hot spot on 14th Street NW is a gem. Doi Moi has a clean, all-white decor and it’s only offset by the colorful conversations and bursts of brightness coming off the plates. The menu is large, all items traditional and many titles of the dishes are not […]