Archive for 2011

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay
[ 1 ] September 19, 2011 |

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay

I thought brochures were a thing of the past until I picked one up at the nail salon the other day.  In the day and age of the internet ruling and brochure printing being a thing of the past, it was kind of refreshing to have something I could keep around the house informing me […]

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World Tour:  The Mediterranean meets Spain at Vinifera
[ 0 ] September 16, 2011 |

World Tour: The Mediterranean meets Spain at Vinifera

You can find much talk (or “many words” if you want to get technical) about Spanish cuisine here on JKGF, whether it’s Johnna reflecting on her journeys in the beautiful country of Spain or whether she’s giving her thoughts on her experiences with various Spanish delectable treats right here in the States.  Executive Chef Bo Palker of Vinifera Wine […]

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Fiorella
[ 2 ] September 15, 2011 |

Fiorella

I am quickly falling in love with the National Harbor.  The quirky, off the beaten path boutiques, the river views on a beautiful day and of course, the food.  During my most recent visits, I have been swooned by one particular restaurant, Fiorella.  Fiorella managed to snag the best piece of real estate on the […]

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Stuff the Bus
[ 0 ] September 14, 2011 |

Stuff the Bus

This weekend yours truly will join the areas top chefs and celebrities for Stuff the Bus.  Stuff the Bus is a mobile fresh food drive that will benefit DC Central Kitchen and is hosted at each stop by the areas top celebrities including Chef Mike Isabella, Darrell Green and ABC’s Cokie Roberts.  The food drive […]

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Wine & Great Causes
[ 0 ] September 12, 2011 |

Wine & Great Causes

Wine Down 826DC is hosting a fundraiser this Thursday, September 15, 2011 @ The Museum of Unnatural History. 826DC is the newest chapter of the nationally-recognized 826 National, a nonprofit started by writer Dave Eggers to help kids and teachers with their writing skills.  The fundraiser event will feature wine tasting courtesy of Cork Market’s […]

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