District dwellers have endured a tough winter that has continued far too long into this thing allegedly called “Spring.” And we hate it. And we complain, a lot, about it. But it’s not just the cold we hate. Here are 17 things you’re likely to hear as DC temps begin […]
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Video: the best (or worst) wedding save the date of all time. Ever.
HuffPo is reporting that, “According to the Above the Law blog, this is the “save the date” wedding video for Bambo Obaro and Janice Jentz — a fourth-year Weil Gotshal associate and a family law practitioner, respectively — who met at University of San Francisco Law.” This video, is epic. […]
Susan G Komen Race partners with Chef Spike & Bearnaise (sign up inside)
Register for the Susan G. Komen race AND get a free lunch from DC super chef Spike Mendelsohn and his new spot Bearnaise?!? Sign us up! Details below – don’t miss out. Registration extended until April 1st so get on board today for a good cause and good nom noms. […]
Happy Birthday Julie Eckert
Make sure to wish friend of site Julie Eckert a happy birthday today. A few months ago we published a birthday post for her bestie Ashley Codianni – both ladies were formerly with NowThisNews – and both are moving on to bigger and more amazing things. So we couldn’t leave […]
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi gets a classy birthday present from Speaker Boehner
Today is the Democrat Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi’s birthday. House Speaker John Boehner put partisan nonsense aside and sent her some beautiful flowers, a few varieties of gelato from a local Cincinnati, Ohio company, and a clever note. The letter reads: Dear Nancy, All the […]
UPDATE: (Doritos Loaded replied) We tried Doritos “Loaded” fried stuffed snack, and we regret it!
UPDATE 03/24/14, 1:47pmEST Doritos Loaded has responded. @HungryLobbyist Sorry you had a poor experience — Doritos Loaded (@DoritosLoaded) March 24, 2014 I wonder if this is a real account? Original post… Last week I went to the new 7-Eleven in downtown DC as they are one of the few locations […]
“Unnamed restaurant” to open in Petworth
UPDATE (3/20/14 1:37pm): This will be Taqueria Habanero. Washington Business Journal is reporting an unnamed restaurant to open in Petworth. 3710 14th St. NW: Change of use of this Petworth space from a nail salon to an unnamed restaurant with 29 seats and a total occupancy of 33. I wonder […]
Did White House pastry chef resign over conflicts with First Lady’s food priorities?
It’s no secret that First Lady Michelle Obama is into healthy eating and exercise. But what is shocking is the reporting controversy that her aggressive agenda has resulted in White House executive pastry chef Bill Yosses resigning. According to The Daily Caller: The openly gay chef was hired by Laura […]
Amsterdam Falafelshop coming to 14th Street
Oh, that’s right, Amsterdam Falafelshop is coming to 1830 14th Street NW on March 23rd. Late-night party goers rejoice, sound the trumpets, and get your gyro on. Just try and behave yourself at 3am okay? Washington Post has more: Falafel and frites will become a late-night stop for 14th Street […]
Seeking Writers/Contributors
Want to write for us? We’re seeking self motivated, driven writers and contributors with a sense of humor and advanced understanding of the English language to write for us. It can be anything from a random post about politics, a recipe you love, or a rant you just need to […]
Spotted By Locals Named Us One of the Best Blogs in DC
Recently the website Spotted By Locals – which has networks all over Europe and the US – named HungryLobbyist.com as one of the best blogs in Washington, DC. The author says on their website: Take food as the common ground, and explore from there: lifestyle – and spice it up […]
What DC’s bloggers, chefs, & politicos think about Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day we asked bloggers, Chefs, and politicos “What do you like to do for Valentine’s Day?” Their responses were varied, although delicious food and House of Cards were a few themes. Thanks to all for contributing and a special thank you to Simon Majumdar, chef, author, and Food […]