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A giant golden pipe, tasting flights, and growlers. Clinking glasses, caffeine laced laughter, and the loud whoosh of freshly tapped nitro. Intoxicating scents of freshly roasted beans and subtly sweet pastries. You have arrived at Commonwealth Joe Coffee Roasters. Commonwealth Joe takes the idea of a coffee shop, turns it on […]
Always shake & squeeze the mustard on the side of your plate first Do not take your roommates/co-workers refrigerated leftovers of happiness Restaurants should not make you download the menu as a PDF Less is more when it comes to bloody marys Don’t cheat when you reheat; leftovers go […]
It’s hot, it’s sunny, and luckily, July 16th is National Ice Cream Day – potentially one of the most enjoyable national food days to partake in. There are endless ice cream options, but we’ve rounded up a few local DC favorites where you can enjoy summer’s favorite treat. Ice Cream […]
You either jumped off your seat out of happiness for this vegan brunch or cringed at the thought of eating a full menu of vegan food. But let me tell you, Equinox Restaurant has finally made a vegan brunch that is worth talking about and jumping off your seat. So […]
Masa 14 encompases Latin-Asian small plates, designed for sharing and sampling by acclaimed Chefs Richard Sandoval and Kaz Okochi. It makes you want to eat your way through the entire menu, I strongly considered it. I’ll start off by saying the whole team at Masa 14 is incredibly fun and provided […]
El Centro is a favorite of mine due to the fact that oftentimes it’s the starting point for 14th street nighttime activities. The upstairs roof deck immediately makes me feel like I’m in a distinctly exotic place, faraway from downtown D.C, and is a great place to kick off an […]
Their founder, Steve Crandall, went to Virginia Tech – GO HOKIES! Their beer rocks, in fact their Vienna Lager won a gold meal They love nature and prove it through all the ways they help preserve it They have a BrewPub less than 3 hours away from DC where you […]
Mike Isabella Food, Al Fresco Dining, An Excuse to Wear All Your Summer Whites – What’s not to Love? Diner en Blanc is back this year for its fourth annual DC pop-up picnic, with a tasty twist. Award-winning DC chef, Mike Isabella, is headlining the food element this year and […]
It’s a hot one out there. Tired of sitting with your face in the fan? Run out of new frozen drinks to try? Spice up any water or drink with these super easy to make fruit ice cubes. Infuse your ice with your favorite summer flavors. It’ll cool you down, […]
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending Oz’s first annual seasonal tasting party. I have always been curious about traditional Australian cuisine. What is it? Chef Brad Feickert taught us a bit about how Australian fare is influenced by Asian and Mediterranean flavors. He even credited Australians for popularizing […]
If you ever want to escape reality for the night, and enter an authentic dining experience – go the Thai X-Ing. As you walk into the almost hidden doorway located on 9th st. NW, you instantly feel as you have walked into someones home. But you can’t turn around because […]
The right hotel can make or break a trip. And we’ve all been there. But uncomfortable bed, unfriendly staff, and pre-made omelets does not a great stay make. You won’t have that problem at the Quirk Hotel, Richmond’s first art-driven boutique hotel. Because the place is amazing. First, the location […]