It’s a big week for America’s closest allies. Not only was the third royal baby born this week, but London’s Portobello Road Gin has been officially released in the U.S. London’s bustling Portobello Road is not full of savory mushrooms as you may assume, it’s full of gin. Veteran barkeep […]
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Akira Ramen and Izakaya: Worth the to Drive to Rockville
Slurp it Up in Rockville There are few reasons why I leave the District. Having spent many years commuting on 270 and 66, I tend to stay within the beltway and explore all of the culinary delights that DC proper has to offer. However, I’ve found the perfect spot for […]
Crawfish for Cancer: Charity Boil Is Taking Over DC
This epic Crawfish boil is taking over DC. Crawfish for Cancer’s Crawfish Boil returns for the sixth year to DC! The event is taking place on Saturday, April 14 at Pinstripes in Georgetown. The five hour events includes unlimited crawfish, corn and potatoes, an open bar of beer, wine, and signature cocktails, […]
Spring Hits The Bird’s Tasting Menu
Peak Bloom at The Bird It’s officially Spring, and DC restaurants sure know how to put you in the spirit of the season, even if it’s snowing outside. Chef Ryan Hackney and The Bird kick-off DC’s favorite season with their intensive five-course, fowl-focused tasting menu, Bird & Blossom. The mouth-watering […]
Brussels Sprouts with Honey-Harissa Dip
I have a strict ten-ingredient max when it comes to cooking. I don’t have time to try to decipher between cilantro, coriander, and parsley in the middle of Whole Foods when there are organic peanuts to be ground into $120 peanut butter, and ain’t nobody got time for a two-trip grocery haul […]
The Capital Burger Does Not Disappoint
The group behind the famed steakhouse chain, The Capital Grill, has launched the first ever upscale-casual burger joint right here in D.C. Taking over the former YELP office space on the corner of 7th Street and Massachusetts Avenue Northwest is The Capital Burger. The vintage looking corner lot allows for […]
Recipe: Vegan Buffalo Wings
Personal confession: I add buffalo sauce to everything. Carrots, salads, pretzels, competing dips — if it’s edible, I’m turning it orange. That said, nothing beats the distinctive balance of crunch, flavor, and heat associated with a perfectly cooked buffalo wing. It’s an American classic and a beautiful sight to behold at […]
Your Guide to #MeatlessMonday in DC
Here is one thing I know to be true: lunch is a day maker or a deal-breaker. While many of us harbor complicated and varied relationships with breakfast, mid-day meals are more mainstream, and often come with a plethora of very healthy and very unhealthy options. For me, the second […]
Learn to Roast Perfect F#$%ing Chicken Already
Ok, folks, it’s 2018 and you need to learn to roast perfect f#$%ing chicken already. The time has come for you to put down that dry ass rotisserie chicken from the grocery store (yes, even the one you think is good…it’s not!), and learn how to roast your own bird. […]
Top 5 Restaurants for DC Date Night
For the past few months I have been trying to write an article to serve as a guide to men on where to take women out for date nights in DC, from date 1 to where to pop the question. For some reason I never quite was able to publish […]
Valentine’s Day Round Up – Indulge at these Unique DC Pop-Ups!
Happy Valentine’s Day! Cue this song…. If you’re looking for a heart-filled, unique experience to celebrate this flowers and chocolates holiday, look no further. We’ve compiled a list of fun and unique Valentine’s Day events for you to indulge in this February! Side with the grand gestures camp and go […]
Win Your Super Bowl Party With These $7 Trader Joe’s Snacks
I think everyone can agree that the best part of the Super Bowl (besides the commercials) is the food. No matter who you root for, how much you care about football, or how much you pay attention to the commercials, the best part of the Super Bowl is gathering with […]