We all know the saying, “when one door closes, another opens” and that was certainly the case when Circa Dupont closed their doors at the end of 2017. The brains behind Southern Hospitality and Scarlet Oak took over the old Circa space and unveiled Magnolia Kitchen & Bar in April 2018. […]
Restaurant Review
Part Tres: It’s Wine O’Clock at Fogo De Chao
We welcome you to the third installment of Meat Sweats – a tale of two hungry girls, Haley and Alli, who can’t get enough meat! Part three of our steak saga at Fogo de Chão was accompanied by some “pour” decisions. In a recent press release, Fogo announced it had “partnered with […]
Creative Dishes and Exceptional Service at the Chef’s Table of Ritz-Carlton’s Westend Bistro
No one likes homework, am I right? Well, think again. At the Westend Bistro’s Chef’s Table inside Washington D.C.’s Ritz-Carlton, homework is a requirement for your meal, and we are ALL. ABOUT. IT. Prior to your intimate feast, Chef Alvin Dela Cruz asks that you fill out a questionnaire regarding […]
Lupo Verde Osteria Opens in the Pallisades Showcasing Pasta and Sunday Supper
Mamma Mia, Here They Go Again! Lupo Verde is back at it with their newest location, Lupo Verde Osteria, now open in the Palisades. The menu boasts authentic, rustic, Italian fare featuring a variety of small plates, house-made charcuteries, breads, cheeses and antipasti. Six house-made pastas, and four entrée selections […]
The New Happy Hour: Cutting Chai at Bindaas
Move over 3pm Coffee Break, Masala Chai is Having a Moment Bindaas Foggy Bottom recently introduced a delicious afternoon treat to help guests stay caffeinated and avoid the afternoon slumps. “Cutting Chai” translates to “cut into half” and refers to a small quantity of tea that is popular throughout Mumbai, […]
The Betsy – Capitol Hill’s Best Rooftop Gin Bar
The Betsy happens to be my all-time favorite roof top and gin bar, all in one! “It is brought to you by Belga Café’s Chef Bart Vandaele and team, Betsy is an intimate, open-air rooftop serving American fare and a cocktail program focused on all things gin. This hidden gem […]
Mission Navy Yard – Solid Flavors, Big Space
Mission Navy Yard, recently opened by Frtiz Brogan and Reed Landry, boasts options and flavors as big as their space – and that’s saying something! Boasting the largest bar in DC, and a massive two story complex with a wrap around porch that makes it feel like you’re in someone’s […]
Chef Christian Irabién Showcases True Mexican Cuisine at Amparo Fondita
This Summer’s Blockbuster Hit in the Restaurant Industry is Unfussy Mexican Cuisine Walking into the newest pop-up, Amparo Fondita, at District Space in Brookland will envelope you with the feeling of having just stepped into your Mexican grandmother’s home. You immediately feel welcomed, like you’re going to be taken care […]
Break From the Beltway: noma Goes Green
Remember this tweet from Tom Sietsema earlier this year? Was it just me or did I hear every DC food person let out a sad sigh for Tom that day? As soon as I was done pouring one out for Tom’s noma plans, I picked myself up and asked if […]
DC’s Summer Restaurant Week Starts August 13
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year DC’s Summer Restaurant Week will take place from August 13-17. The bi-annual promotion’s website www.RWDMV.com will be updated regularly with menus from each of the 250 participating restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The site allows diners to peruse specially priced prix fixe […]
Get Ritzy for Happy Hour at Westend Bistro
It’s time to elevate your happy hour game. Feeling a little fancy, but don’t want to spend an arm and a leg? Your busy work day is over and it’s time to treat yo’ self at the Ritz Carlton’s Westend Bistro. You may be wondering, “Isn’t the Ritz’s bar only […]
Tyber Creek knows how to do Summer
A beautiful, low-humidty evening usually calls for a glass of wine outside and we couldn’t find a better place to do so than Tyber Creek. Located in Bloomingdale, Tyber Creek’s impressive outdoor patio and extensive wine menu truly brings the Virignia vineyard scene home. I tried the popular rosé on […]