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Ella Fitzgerald crooned about loving “Paris in the summer when it sizzles”, and so do local Francophiles on July 14. This Sunday marks Bastille Day, also known as la Fête Nationale where we celebrate all things French. Depending on which celebrated French icon you wish to emulate this weekend, we […]
Shrewd diners should know that not all DC’s Restaurant Week menus are built the same. Some spots offer pared down menus; others limit portion sizes: chances are you’ve come across a place or two that does this. And look, restaurant finances are what they are. I’m not here to critique […]
Le DeSales, a contemporary casual French restaurant helmed by Chef Raphael Francois is celebrating Beaujolais Nouveau Day (11/15) with a special menu that perfectly pairs with the young wine. For those unfamiliar with Beaujolais wine, it is a light purple, reflecting its youth, bottled only 6-8 weeks after harvest. This quick process means the wine has […]
Bonjour, brasserie délicieux. We don’t usually make our way to Bethesda (nothing against Bethesda, just simply lazy). So when we discovered an adorable looking French brasserie (one of Haley’s favorite food genres) named Duck Duck Goose (like Alli’s IG handle, @tucktuckgoose9), we thought it was a sign from above. As you […]
After 8 years of filling bellies in Old Town, Brabo underwent some renovations in 2016. It reopened with a refreshed look that features a larger bar area, more natural light, and modern fixtures and furniture. It also now offers diners more ways to enjoy their meals. Diners can pick between Brabo’s […]
Do you like chocolate? Do you like the combination of chocolate and hazelnut in spreadable form? How about some fruit too? If you’ve nodded your head ‘yes’ to these questions, then this recipe just might be for you. Especially if you’re feeling particularly French this weekend, make yourself a cappuccino […]
Someone once told me Woodley Park feels a little bit like it has been frozen in time. With its odd collection of restaurants, mixing the likes of Nando’s and Dunkin Donuts (no hate here, I’m a Boston girl) with unique establishments like Petits Plats, and Open City – I can’t say I […]