DC is a town of meetings: but far too often that means a business lunch, a reception with passed appetizers, and a charity or PAC dinner with another three-courses. Doing this three days a week or more can get old, quick. During the summer months, no one wants to feel […]
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Overlooked: Ravioli at Le Diplomate
If you haven’t been to Le Diplomate, then go (here are 24 reasons and pictures why you should go). Chances are you have been and had their epic burger for lunch, or sat on their patio while Erik helped you pick the perfect bottle of wine to pair with your […]
Gibson Launches Spring/Summer Menu
If you love cocktails, you’ve probably already made your way to the Gibson on 14th St at least once. Well, it’s time to go back again they launch their Spring/Summer menu on May 8th. As expected, it is a very interesting and eclectic mix of drinks, with classic ingredients brought […]
Review: Napoleon Bistro Reborn as Lapis Afghan Bistro
If you’ve found yourself walking down Columbia Road in Adams Morgan lately, you may have noticed something slightly off. Perhaps it’s the blooming flowers and trees finally signaling our freedom from the cold, but it’s likely that AdMo staple Napoleon has received a bit of a facelift; and by that […]
“Best Of” DC Spring According to Instagram
Spring in DC is kick ass awesome! Don’t believe us, then check out some of these recent Instagram photos that really show the “BestOfDC” during springtime. This awesome springtime ice cream cone: My favorite ice cream in my second favorite DC circle with a favorite person @katepurcell #larrysicecream #dupontcircle […]
Wearing Washington’s Friday Five
Happy [early] Friday! We are just hours from the weekend but before you wrap up the workweek, take a look at my weekly post, Friday Five. Every Friday, I’ll list off the five things you need to be wearing, eating, buying or reading. Scroll down to check out my faves. […]
#TrendingTuesday – all about them shoes
Greetings DC fashion lovers. Are you tired of this cold like I am? Bring on the Spring! While you’re dreaming of warmer weather, here are my #TrendingTuesday picks for this week. Enjoy! The Kitten Heel Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE a sky-high heel but I could not be more […]
Feb 8: Ramen World DC, Tickets & Details Inside
This is #RamenWorld and you can buy your tickets here! For the first time ever, Mess Hall unites Ramen heavyweights Erik Bruner-Yang from Toki Underground and Chef Katsuya Fukushima from Daikaya, cooking under the same roof in the spirit of collaboration. Ramen World also highlights some of the area’s hottest […]
Welcome to the Hill: A Survival Guide for New Staff & Members
Dear New Staff and Members of the 114th Congress, Congratulations on a well fought campaign, and welcome to Capitol Hill!! It’s a great place to work. Everyone back home thinks you’re a boss, and are very proud of you. (“My son works in Washington!!”) You’re probably just getting your first […]
Taste Gastropub Private Tasting
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 […]
Brookland’s Finest: Worth Leaving Central DC
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 […]
Our Favorite Dishes of 2014
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 […]