D.C. Wine Fest is back just in time to celebrate the incoming warm weather. Come join fellow Washingtonians for an elevated wine tasting experience that aims to stimulate all of your senses at Long View Gallery. You’ll have the chance to sample over 65 wines and ciders, enjoy great food, […]
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George’s Chophouse: Worth a Trip Down the Redline
For a city known for a culture of steakhouses, DC and the greater metro rarely provide a diner with a memorable, or even above average, steak. As a midwesterner, the thought of paying DC prices for a cut of meat that has been overcooked or poorly seasoned is so unappealing […]
Half Baked Harvest Cookbook: A Must for Every Kitchen
If you don’t already know about Half Baked Harvest, it’s time for some enlightenment. Tieghan Gerard started her website in 2012, and is featured on The Cooking Channel, Food Network, and Self Magazine (to name a few). In 2017, she released her first book, Half Baked Harvest Cookbook – Recipes […]
Maydan is a journey of flavors
The hidden entrance Maydan is practically hidden to the people who walk through Florida Avenue naive to its existence. It’s down a magical alley where you may catch yourself thinking: “Is this the right place?” Yes, it is! You just have to go underneath a colorful bridge and the door […]
Old Town, New Eats: Urbano 116
The hotly anticiapted Urbano 116 opened last month and I’m confident now that King Street will never be the same. The first endeavor in the United States for award winning chef Alam Méndez Florián, Urbano 116 offers moles, tacos, ceviche and a cocktail program that will knock your socks off. Urbano 116 is a real authentic, upscale […]
FIRST TAKE: Officina, the Wharf’s Newest Hit Restaurant
Fresh on the scene this October, Officina just made its big splash on the north side of the Wharf. I was lucky enough to make a quick stop a few weeks ago for my belated birthday celebration. Here are my thoughts: [First and foremost], Food: Truly delightful. From classic Italian […]
Valor Brewpub: Veteran-Owned Spirits and Casual Fare in Barracks Row
You may be familiar with a few tried and true bars surrounding the Marine Barracks in SE that cater to young officers and people in search of a cheap brew. Last week, however, marked the grand opening of Valor Brewpub, which brings not only a vast selection of veteran-owned spirits, […]
Part Tres: It’s Wine O’Clock at Fogo De Chao
We welcome you to the third installment of Meat Sweats – a tale of two hungry girls, Haley and Alli, who can’t get enough meat! Part three of our steak saga at Fogo de Chão was accompanied by some “pour” decisions. In a recent press release, Fogo announced it had “partnered with […]
JINYA Brings The Ramen Craze
The fall season seems to be on the cusp of ending in the DMV area which means only one thing – winter is coming. For anyone who has experienced winter on the East Coast knows it is not something to take lightly (literally when thinking of the number of layers you […]
8 Things You Need To Check Off Of Your Summer Bucket List ASAP
With this new change in weather, we know that our favorite season is soon coming to a close. There is so much to do in DC all year round, but some things are special to summer. Enjoying outdoor eats, sitting outside, summer cocktails, it’s seriously the best time of the […]
This Saturday: DC Wine Fest at Big Chief in Ivy City
The District’s favorite celebration of all things wine returns this Saturday, September 15, when the DC Wine Fest welcomes vino lovers to Big Chief. The eighth edition of this elevated wine tasting experience features unlimited samples of all the wines, plus simulations, giveaways, live music and interactive art. The event […]
Lupo Verde Osteria Opens in the Pallisades Showcasing Pasta and Sunday Supper
Mamma Mia, Here They Go Again! Lupo Verde is back at it with their newest location, Lupo Verde Osteria, now open in the Palisades. The menu boasts authentic, rustic, Italian fare featuring a variety of small plates, house-made charcuteries, breads, cheeses and antipasti. Six house-made pastas, and four entrée selections […]