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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 […]
Last night at The Hamilton, we got a taste of the creations that will be honored at the Rammy Awards Gala, taking place on June 10 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. “Burnt Eggplant” – Arroz “Unaccustomed Earth” Cocktail with Veggie Straw – Petworth Citizen Mezcal Cocktail – Espita […]
On Tuesday, August 22nd DBGB Kitchen & Bar hosted a Booze Brews cocktail event where local bartenders competed for the title of “Best Beer-Forward Cocktail” for DC Beer Week. Admittedly, I am not a big beer drinker. While I appreciate the flavor of nearly any blonde ale, after a beer […]
It’s hot, it’s sunny, and luckily, July 16th is National Ice Cream Day – potentially one of the most enjoyable national food days to partake in. There are endless ice cream options, but we’ve rounded up a few local DC favorites where you can enjoy summer’s favorite treat. Ice Cream […]
One of my favorite DC food events is coming up! DC’s “Taste of the Nation” takes place on Wednesday, April 19th at Nationals Park. Event proceeds support No Kid Hungry, a national nonprofit that is working to end child hunger in America. You can chow down on George Pagonis’ creations (Kapnos) […]
DC’s favorite french restaurant, Le Diplomate, has joined the DC happy hour scene with its new L’Apero menu, available from Monday-Friday from 4-5pm. Executive Pastry Chef, Fabrice Brendano, Chef Executif Michael Abt, and Directeur General Neill Blackwood have outdone themselves yet again with a menu that makes you want to […]
Tucked in a corner at the North end of DuPont Circle, you might overlook McClellan’s Retreat when making a late-night Florida Avenue trek to Adams Morgan. The façade doesn’t try to call your attention because, frankly, McClellan’s doesn’t need it. It’s been just over a year since this spot opened […]
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 […]
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 […]
Le Diplomate has some fantastic things on the menu. Their half roasted chicken with au jus, the peppery steak au poivre, and not to mention a phenomenal burger – you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. However their plats du jour, or plates of the day, should […]
Le Diplomate is one of the best, most consistently good restaurants in DC right now. The wait, yeah it’s long. The service, well it’s packed and they make their food fresh, so it can be slower than Subway. Are these bad things? Decidedly no. Not convinced? Here are 23 reasons […]
It’s Spring, finally! This means flowers are blooming, the Nationals are playing, interns are starting, and restaurants are adding some new dishes to their menus. Some are new, some are classic, but here are six DC dishes we are in love with right now and you should be too. 1. […]