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Last week, I headed to Olney, MD for a private tasting at Taste Gastropub organized by Bookalokal, Jessica from The Dining Traveler, and Carlis from SpicyCandy DC. Owned by a financial advisor turned restaurateur, Vic Seested, Taste sits in a little strip mall that could be anywhere, but has a […]
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 […]
DCity Smokehouse just celebrated its 1 year anniversary, and I was lucky enough to join them to celebrate. I love me some BBQ, and they pulled out all the stops bringing out all the best to sample: pork Belly, pork spare ribs, chopped pork, brisket smoked overnight for 15 hours, […]
Now that the season has officially changed, your shoes must follow suit! Below I’ve got FIVE must have options to get you through holiday parties at work, dinners with the family and the inevitable themed Christmas party. And hey… the gifting season is here which means these options could make […]
Its officially sweater weather! Below I have four must have sweaters for fall in D.C. These sweaters can function for work or play. Now all that’s left is for you to go and drink some pumpkin spice lattes in your new sweater! Sweaters for the Ladies J.Crew Tippi I own […]
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 […]