Archive for February, 2009

Food.Fun.Stuff: DC Restaurant Week!!
[ 0 ] February 17, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: DC Restaurant Week!!

The Districts Annual Food Sale (*February 16-22, 2009) has begun! The area’s best and worst restaurants have leveled the playing field with $20 lunches and $35 dinners. Reservations at some spots are almost impossible at this point (i.e. Art and Soul…we really tried to get in here!!) Since its still early in the week, try […]

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Chocolate Fondue
[ 0 ] February 17, 2009 |

Chocolate Fondue

Chocolate Fondue12 oz. dark chocolate (*suggested: Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars, 3 bars should be sufficient)8 oz. heavy creamDash of saltHeat heavy cream over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form (*do not bring to heavy boil), lightly boiling. Add in the chocolate and dash of salt (*Dash=just a drop…), whisking in the cream until […]

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Drinks on Me: Ginger Martini (Alcoholic)
[ 0 ] February 17, 2009 |

Drinks on Me: Ginger Martini (Alcoholic)

Ginger Martini2 1/2 parts vodka1 part Ginger Soother1 1/2 tsp. honeyIceIn a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients over ice and shake well; strain into a martini glass. Serve!*Johnna’s tip: While out at dinner with lady friends, we discovered this decadent cocktail that offers irresistible flavor in every sip (*The Oval Room makes a pretty good […]

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Food.Fun.Stuff: Happy Valentine’s Day!!
[ 0 ] February 14, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: Happy Valentine’s Day!!

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!! Love, flowers, sweets and champagne…who couldn’t love a holiday that allows you to indulge in all the delightful things in life?!? Enjoy your day with whom ever and where ever you are today, Muah!*P.S. Don’t forget about the Food and Wine Festival going on today at the Ronald Reagan Building and there’s […]

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Moroccan Chicken
[ 0 ] February 11, 2009 |

Moroccan Chicken

Moroccan ChickenSlow Cooker1/2 cup chopped onions8 oz. baby carrots1/2 cup prunes1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth8 oz. bone-in chicken thighs (skinned)1 1/4 tsp. curry powder1 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon1/2 tsp. black pepper1/4 tsp. red pepper flakesIn the Slow Cooker combine the onions and carrots; add in the prunes and broth; top with the chicken. […]

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