Come one, come all to Duke’s Grocery numero tres! Duke’s Grocery, known for having one of D.C.’s best burgers (and you better believe the hype), welcomes tourists and locals alike to stop by for drinks, supper, or brunch. Duke’s recently opened its newest location in D.C.’s Foggy Bottom neighborhood and […]
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Double the Shouk: New location in Union Market district
Shouk yeah! Israeli fast casual chain Shouk just opened their second location near Union Market in the first floor of The Edison. It’s bigger, expanded and just as delicious. Shouk’s first location opened in 2016 by co-founders Ran Nussbacher and Dennis Friedman. They offer DC a unique approach to modern Israeli […]
Lamb Kofta with Yogurt and Cucumber Salad
This recipe is largely inspired by my favorite neighborhood hole-in-the-wall. In this version, I pull my favorite elements from a couple dishes to create my favorite combination. Feel free to go crazy with homemade pita bread and sides or substitute anything with your favorite store-bought variety. You’ll need: Lamb Kofta […]
Fried Chicken Sandwich with Pimento Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes with Burnt Honey Remoulade
I think it’s safe to say we’ve seen the last of snow for the year so let’s celebrate with one of my favorite warm weather dishes. Fried green tomatoes remind me of summer trips to North Carolina, but I’m happy to report you don’t have to go that far to get your fix. […]
Recipe: Reuben Egg Rolls
Whether we’re celebrating the Bieb’s birthday or channeling our inner Irish on St. Patty’s, we’ve got plenty of reasons to party in March. Every year leading up to the 17th I’ve always made a corned beef and cabbage and promised myself I’ll never deviate from the tradition. Well, I’ve learned […]
Cherry Tomato Bruschetta with Parmesan and Butternut Squash
Necessity being the mother of invention, this bruschetta was a complete accident…A last-ditch effort to salvage leftovers and use the remaining odds and ends before I bought groceries for the week. The twist comes from a repurposed squash puree which adds richness and helps cut through the acidity from the […]
Recipe: Bucatini all’Amatriciana
Bucatini all’Amatriciana is one of my absolute favorite pasta dishes. This sauce gets its unique flavor from a combination of chili flake, black pepper and Guanciale, an Italian cured meat made from pork jowl. I like to buy my Italian specialty ingredients from A. Litteri, but feel free to substitute […]