There are days when you just want a simple, feel good dinner. On Wednesday night three girls who desperately needed to catch up on life picked Farmers Fishers Bakers as the spot of the night. Its cozy and welcoming feel coupled with its delicious fresh food sounded just perfect. You […]
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19 Best Green Dishes in DC Available Year Round
St. Patrick’s Day isn’t all corned beef and cabbage and Jameson and Guinness (though we are fully supportive of all of those things, too). You can get just as into the spirit of the Irish with some of DC’s most delicious dishes that just happen to be every Leprechaun’s favorite […]
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 […]
Overnight Oats 4 Ways
I love exploring the multitude of different flavor combinations of Overnight Oatmeal. Now I’m here to share some of my favorites with you! Overnight Oats are delicious and nutritious, not to mention quick and easy. Let’s face it, most of us barely have time to reach in the pantry and grab a Pop-Tart […]
Where to Carbo Load Before a Race (or after a long night)
Every time I sign up for a half marathon, I immediately admonish myself for signing up for a half marathon. Plain and simple, running 13.1 miles isn’t exactly fun. Last weekend, on the eve of the DC Rock-n-Roll half I was on the brink of losing hope. All until I found […]
Two Words: Spicy. Meatballs.
Two words: Spicy. Meatballs. If these words caught your attention, then read on and start getting hungry. Roti, has just launched its newest menu item that is full of flavor, protein, and deliciousness – The Spicy Meatballs. And the best part (well at least for me and my gluten-free friends, […]
Crave-Worthy Cheesy Garlic Bread and Sauce
Garlic bread with sauce is one of my favorite side dishes to make on a lazy weeknight or to bring to a potluck. It’s cheap, it’s easy, and it’s a crowd favorite. While the recipe below should act as a general guideline, feel free to adjust it based on what […]
Restaurant Brain Trust Panel: Recipe for Success
On March 7, 2017, Restaurant Brain Trust hosted their inaugural educational and networking series geared for restaurateurs and their staff. Their mission is to help local restaurateurs realize their growth plans by equipping them with the educational content and professional contacts that will be integral to their success. The event, Recipe for Success, featured a […]
Petits Plats: Fine French without the Frills
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 […]
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 […]
Get the Alta Strada Hoagie at Taylor Gourmet Before March 14
Taylor Gourmet has teamed up with chef Michael Schlow of Tico, The Riggsby, and Alta Strada, on a special edition hoagie with proceeds benefiting the Chance for Life childhood cancer charity. The sweet and spicy, mouthwatering Italian hoagie is named “Alta Strada” and is topped with roasted turkey and ham, […]
How to fulfill your Chipotle craving without the calories
So it’s Sunday morning…which probably means you were out on the town last night and maybe, just maybe had one too many vodka sodas. Logistically speaking, after Step 1 of waking up and chugging water, you’d move onto Step 2, which entails either mustering up the energy to go to […]