Food.Fun.Stuff: Sex and the City: The Movie

JKGF would like to proclaim Friday, May 30, 2008 as a national holiday but we don’t have those powers over here:-) On the brink of the debut of Sex and the City: The Movie, JKGF has some tasty little ideas on how to celebrate 4 of America’s favorite ladies coming back on the big screen.

1. Girlfriends- This is a great way to bring your friends together from their hectic schedules. Schedule some cocktails, dinner or both before seeing the movie.

2. Posh Restaurant (D.C.)- JKGF past Pick of the Week, Posh, is having a whole evening devoted to the return of SNTC: special martini drinks, special a la carte menu, the works!

3. Get together- This is for your guys and gal pals. A good way to spark up conversations on love, relationships, etc. as you know SNTC had so many fun and interesting convo topics. Invite them over, watch the past episodes from the original series, make pink martinis and fun appetizers, have fun!

Food.Fun.Stuff: Re-post by Popular Demand

A couple of months ago JKGF went on a scavenger hunt for late night eating in Washington D.C. after many requests for where to get good food in the Metropolis after hours. Below is a repost for those of you who missed out, Enjoy!

Hungry at 12 am, 2 am, or even 4 am?? Don’t know where to go or order good food at this late hour?? Johnna Knows Good Food is on the case and discovered these tasty eateries for a late nite bite in the city

Finals (24 hours everyday)

Georgetown Cafe (D.C)

-Georgetown’s cheapest excursion. Omelets, coffee and good company…try it;-)

Steak and Eggs (D.C)

-Small and off the beaten path, Johnna Knows Good Food is a big fan of Steak and Eggs. Perfect when you’re in the mood for steak and eggs or just about any other breakfast food.

The Diner (D.C)

-What’s your pleasure?? Burgers, breakfast, hot chocolate that makes your mouth water?? A must try while in the D.C area.

Tastee Diner (Bethesda, MD)

-Good ole fashioned diner food. As simple as that.

Bob and Edith’s Diner (Arlington, VA)

-With 2 locations, 1 open 24 hours and the other til 1 am on weekdays, this is a staple in the northern Virginia diner experiences. Trying to eat late and sweet but feel good about that diet?? Wheat waffles never tasted so good.

24 Hours (Weekends)

Kramer Books & Afterwords Cafe (D.C.)

?Daily 1 am; Fri. & Sat. 24hr.

-Location, Location, Location. This place is located directly across the street from the Dupont metro stop. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served everyday until close…whatever fits your mood!

Broadway Diner (Rockville, MD)

?Mon.-Fri. 24hr.; Sat. & Sun. CLOSED

-Pancakes, Pancakes, Pancakes! The line is out the door on Sunday afternoons… Try at least one of their sweet delicacies on a late night food outing.

Annie’s Paramount Steakhouse (D.C.)

?Mon.-Wed. 11:30 pm;Th. & Sun 1:30 am;Fri. & Sat. 24hr.

-Menu options the same as they were 30 years ago. Burgers and fries from a D.C classic.

Midterms (4 am or later-Weekends)

Five Guys (D.C)

?4 am weekends(Wisconsin); 12 am weekends(Chinatown)

-Burgers and Fries. D.C.’s own version of the West Coast’s In and Out. These juicy burgers are worth one diet slip up.

Bistro Francais (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. & Sun. 3 am; Fri. & Sat. 4 am

-Mix it up a bit with this French eatery. Try some

Soupe à l’ Oignon (onion soup) or Oeufs Bénédict (eggs benedict with canadian bacon) at this late nite getaway to Paris in D.C.

Julia’s Empenadas (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. 2:30 am; Fri. & Sat. 4am

-Quick and to the point. Chicken, Veggie, Fruity Empanada anyone??? Try the veggie, especially after partying at one of the hot spots near one of the 3 Julia’s Empenadas locations.

Amsterdam Falafel Shop (D.C)

?Mon.-Wed. & Sun. 2:30 am; Th. 3 am; Fri. & Sat. 4 am

-Adams Morgan. Trying to avoid a hangover. Falafels made quick and easy. Enough said.

Quick Pita (D.C)

?Sun.-Th. 2:30 am; Fri. & Sat. 4:30 am

-Kebabs, spinach pie and falafels make Quick Pita a good pick for late nite eating in Georgetown.

Late Registration (2 am or later-Everyday!!)

The Childe Harold (D.C)

?Daily til 2 am

-All American favorites from the Wild Billy burger to the buffalo wings are the late nite stomachs answer.

Tryst (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. 2 am; Fri. & Sat. 3 am; Sun. 2 am

-Great place to study, read a good book, surf the web (free Internet access) or to just have a quick bite and some tea with a friend.

Buffalo Billiards (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. 2 am; Fri. 3 am; Sat. 3 am; Sun. 1 am

-Voted Johnna’s Pick of the Week (December) for the best happy hour and now a Johnna Knows Good Food Top Five in the D.C. area for a great place to have the munchies while in Dupont.

Philadelphia CheeseSteak Factory (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. 2 am; Fri. & Sat. 4 am; Sun. 2 am

-Georgetown’s tasty haven for All American late night food.

Old Glory Bar-B-Que (D.C)

?Mon.-Th. 2 am; Fri. & Sat. 3 am; Sun. 2 am

-Cravings for barbecue-anything should be fulfilled here. Ribs, sandwiches, burgers and more!

Orientation (11 pm-1 am closing time)

Zaytinya (D.C)

?Tue.-Th. 11:30 pm; Fri. & Sat. 12:30 am

-Yogurt fries, mezzes and Greek cheeses that will make you think your sailing the Mediterranean Sea. Late nite fine cuisine at its best in the District.

Old Ebbitt Grill (D.C)

?Daily til 1 am

-The oldest saloon in D.C serving up steaks, mashed potatoes and more American favorites.

Bar Pilar (D.C)

?Daily til 1 am

-After a show at the Black Cat, your appetite should be ready for Bar Pilar’s everchanging menu. Be prepared for anything from their garlic soup to mushroom risotto.

Meze (D.C)

?Sun.-Th. 1:30 am; Fri. & Sat. 2:30 a.m.

-In addition to the free belly dancing lessons on Sunday nights, Meze offers a vast array of dishes when looking for late nite Turkish cuisine in the District.

Stoney’s Bar and Grill (D.C)

?1 am weekdays; 2 am weekends

-Traditional All American cuisine from a D.C. staple here since 1968.

Quick and Easy Chicken Tenders

Quick and Easy Chicken Tenders

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs (*Recommended: Italian seasoned)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1-1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
A drop of crushed red pepper
8 boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup melted butter

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan, thyme, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper. Dip the chicken strips in the melted butter, then dip them in the bread crumb mixture, making sure to coat each side with the bread crumb mixture. Place the chicken strips in a single layer in a baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and browned. Serve!


*Johnna’s tip: Serve with your favorite store-brought barbecue sauce or honey mustard sauce OR make them homemade (*even better!*) and enjoy. JKGF made this last night with some creamed spinach on the side, dee-lish!

*Johnna’s tip, tip: These tenders will fulfill your fast food craving for chicken nuggets with less calories;-)

Bloody, Bloody Mary (Alcoholic)

Drinks on Me:

Bloody, Bloody Mary

1 1/2 oz. vodka
3 oz. tomato juice
1/2 oz. lemon juice
7 drops Worcestershire juice
3 drops Tabasco sauce
1 dash ground pepper
1 dash celery salt
Freshly grated horseradish
Ice

In a tumbler, shake all ingredients together except for the Ice. Strain ingredients in a glass over the ice; Serve.

*Johnna’s tip: This old fashioned favorite should be served with the wedge peel of a lime or lemon.

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Creamy Broccoli Soup

1 lb. broccoli (frozen)
1 onion (chopped)
1 garlic clove (chopped)
1 tsp. Tony Chachere’s seasonings
1 tbsp. parsley flakes
2 tbsp. flour
1/2 cup milk
2 chicken bouillon cubes

Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. In a pot add in the 2 cups of water and 2 chicken bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil. In a saucepan, make a roux with 2 tbsp. of flour and 1/2 cup of milk. In another pot, add in the cooked broccoli, chicken broth and other seasonings. Add in the roux; stir. Cover and turn down the heat; simmer for 15-17 minutes. Serve!

*Johnna’s tip: Serve in bread bowls (*can be found at your local grocery store) or sprinkle bacon bits on top or add in 1 cup of chopped potatoes to the original recipe…there’s so many ways to take this dish or you could just keep to the basics: bowl and a spoon. Enjoy;-)