Before the holidays, I visited Alfa Piehouse and tried super hard not to binge eat everything. The temptation was real especially where all of the dishes are authentic Greek. Authentic is an overused word in this town with a lot of places claiming to have the flavors of their touted country but failing to truly […]
JKGF is taking these talents overseas…and we want you to be there!! Join us for a weekend of fun, food and music in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. From June 22 – 25, 2017, MUSIKOMANIA, will takeover the island with food demo’s (that is where JKGF comes in alongside celebrity Chef Ron Duprat), concerts, parties, shows […]
Every time someone asks me where to get good cocktails in this town, I almost always suggest The Gibson. At the risk of sounding trite, I avoid suggesting it every time because I really think it is one of the best, if not the best, place to find a truly crafted cocktail. The care and […]
I have wanted to visit the Amalfi Coast since one of my friends did a semester abroad there during college and came back with all these stories of how beautiful it was and how it was a must see. Dreams do come true. For a nifty price that is, but they do come true. After […]
Derek Brown, Angie Fetherston and Drink Company will bring back Miracle on 7th Street this holiday season. They are turning their James Beard Award-nominated Mockingbird Hill into an over-the-top pop-up Christmas bar. Miracle on 7th Street, which included whimsical winter wonderland décor, will also include adjoining bars Eat the Rich and Southern Efficiency. In addition to the craft cocktail menu, Stella Artois and Budweiser have partnered with Miracle […]
Thanks to ProFlowers for sharing this week’s Etiquette Tip. Ever thought about what dishes pair well with a particular flower? No? You are NOT alone! As 2017 ushers in new beginnings, I am hoping to improve on my hosting skills, which includes tablescapes. Here’s a quick, nifty guide to perk up your dinner table. *Graphic […]
JKGF loves a good cause. Here is one that will let some of the top mixologist showcase their skills. Deets below: WHAT: All Set Restaurant & Bar will host a “DMV Smackdown” Cocktail Competition sponsored by Absolut Vodka with the judging experience taking place from 8 PM to 10 PM. Ten bartenders from DC, Maryland and […]
Slice of Life is back and we are excited to share this annual pie sale. Slice of life is one of the most basic ways to give back to the community: buy a pie, provide one full day of meals for a Food & Friends client-children and adults battling cancer, HIV/AIDS, or other critical illnesses. […]
Monday’s are made for good home cooked meals! Tonight I share my supper, Chicken and Vegetable Curry, adapted from Fitness Magazine. I added five boneless, skinless chicken thighs to get more protein in this dish. Paired with rosemary quinoa, this curry will definitely be tomorrow’s lunch. What’s cooking in your kitchen?
Meatballs: 1 pound(s) ground beef 1 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs 2 medium onion, chopped fine 4 garlic cloves, crushed and minced 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes 3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 5 slices of Bacon (sliced into 1″ pieces) Kosher salt (*to taste) Black Pepper (*to taste) 4 large eggs Spicy Meat Sauce: 2 tbsp. olive oil Crushed red pepper flakes (*to […]
Experimenting with lamb has been a hobby of mines for quite some time so when the opportunity was presented to have some good old fashioned competition (*courtesy Border Springs Farm lamb) in seasoning it up and cooking it, I jumped on it. The problem with jumping head first into a commitment is ensuring you have […]
*Recipe courtesy Sagamore Spirit Rye. Sweet and citrus meet in a glass. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Sagamore Spirit Rye .5 oz. Orange Juice .5 oz. Lemon Juice .5 oz. Maple Syrup Directions: Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker over ice. Shake and serve over ice. Garnish with orange slices and dash of nutmeg. Serve. *Johnna’s tip: […]
If you like bacon and/or bourbon, this is the week to get out and have all that your heart desires. See deets below: The Washington City Paper will hold its annual Bacon & Bourbon whiskey festival at the Former Residence of the Ambassadors of Spain on Thursday, December 8th. Guests are invited to taste their way through more […]
Every time someone asks me where to get good cocktails in this town, I almost always suggest The Gibson. At the risk of sounding trite, I avoid suggesting it every time because I really think it is one of the best, if not the best, place to find a truly crafted cocktail. The care and […]
Chocolate and more chocolate will take over Lansdowne Resort and Spa in Lansdowne, Virginia from 7pm-11pm on February 24th, 2017. JKGF will participate as a judge for the 30th Annual YMCA Chocolates Galore & More. The evening will feature tastings of hors d’oeuvre and dessert specialties from the area’s most talented chefs and bakers. You can […]
There a few things I am fussy about when it comes to beauty care mostly because I take the simplistic approach to these things. Less is better. The one thing I am anal about, however, is my hair. I loathe doing my hair so I take the easiest approach to the process by having it […]
Want to taste test like a food blogger? Here’s your opp. Check out the “Chopped” style Bartender Competition Grand Finale at SAX next Tuesday, December 13, 2016 (8 pm-11:30 pm). Cheers! 4 Mystery Ingredients, 3 Bartenders, 1 Great Cause Frank Mills: Jack Rose Tyler Hartman: Joe’s Seafood Crystal Altizer: Soundcheck *RSVP HERE
There a few things I am fussy about when it comes to beauty care mostly because I take the simplistic approach to these things. Less is better. The one thing I am anal about, however, is my hair. I loathe doing my hair so I take the easiest approach to the process by having it […]
*Recipe courtesy Sagamore Spirit Rye. Sweet and citrus meet in a glass. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Sagamore Spirit Rye .5 oz. Orange Juice .5 oz. Lemon Juice .5 oz. Maple Syrup Directions: Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker over ice. Shake and serve over ice. Garnish with orange slices and dash of nutmeg. Serve. *Johnna’s tip: […]
Having a baby soon? Building a Healthy Child should be added to your reading list. JKGF received a copy and could not put it down (*no expecting alerts here, just a really intriguing look into a babies diet). In “Building a Healthy Child,” naturopathic doctor Melina Roberts shares a program that outlines ways parents can build […]
JKGF loves a good cause. Here is one that will let some of the top mixologist showcase their skills. Deets below: WHAT: All Set Restaurant & Bar will host a “DMV Smackdown” Cocktail Competition sponsored by Absolut Vodka with the judging experience taking place from 8 PM to 10 PM. Ten bartenders from DC, Maryland and […]
On Sunday, November 27, 2016, Wildfire Tysons Galleria, 3rd floor, McLean, VA, will host BREAKFAST WITH SANTA. The event will benefit Food for Others, which distributes free food to neighbors in need, in partnership with the Northern Virginia community. Johnna French, blogger and founder of the site www.johnnaknowsgoodfood.com is Wildfire’s special guest host from 9:00 […]
Slice of Life is back and we are excited to share this annual pie sale. Slice of life is one of the most basic ways to give back to the community: buy a pie, provide one full day of meals for a Food & Friends client-children and adults battling cancer, HIV/AIDS, or other critical illnesses. […]
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As DC grows and grows, so do our options for grabbing a bite to eat. Located in the Ivy City section of DC, Pidzza opens bringing a fusion of Turkish and American cuisine. Pidzza brings its customers a combination of fresh ingredients and dough made in-house daily. Their Turkish pizzas include The LMC, Pide and […]
There a few things I am fussy about when it comes to beauty care mostly because I take the simplistic approach to these things. Less is better. The one thing I am anal about, however, is my hair. I loathe doing my hair so I take the easiest approach to the process by having it […]
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