Johnna French is a Harlem NY native with deep roots in Panama, Washington, DC and North Carolina. All four places have heavily influenced her life and the foods she loves today. After graduating Howard University School of Law and beginning her life as a young professional in the city she was led to start Johnna Knows Good Food in November 2007 to keep family, friends and colleagues updated on where to go and what to eat while dining in the nation’s capitol. French, who still practices law, leads a team of three writers to cover the ever expanding Washington, DC food scene. French has been featured in print and television, appearing in Washingtonian Magazine and is a regular contributor to various local TV affiliates including WUSA 9, FOX 5 DC and WJLA (ABC Affiliate) News Channel 8. During the 2016-2017 football season, Johnna aired on Comcast Sports Mid-Atlantic (CSN) show, Redskins Life, as the weekly tailgate host. Johnna is currently a regular contributor to the FOX Baltimore Weekend morning show.
Passion Fruit Mojito2 parts Malibu Passion Fruit Rum1 part white rum1/4 part fresh lime juiceSimple syrupClub sodaFresh Mint SprigsIceMuddle the mint and simple syrup in a glass. Pour rum, freshly squeezed lime juice and shake with ice. Strain into another glass. Top with a splash of club soda. Garnish with sprig of mint. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: […]
Michel Richard’s Citronelle lost their sommelier and bar manager on Saturday night. Mark Slater had been at Citronelle for 11 years and he will now be the director of wine and service for all of Michael Landrum’s restaurants (*Ray’s the Steaks, Ray’s the Classics, etc.) Hmm, so who’s going to fill this position at Citronelle?? […]
Crisp Baked Chicken Thighs8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs1 1/2 cups dried breadcrumbs2 tbsp. minced fresh parsley1 tsp. garlic powderSalt (to taste) (*We recommend starting with 1 tsp.)Pepper (to taste) (*We recommend starting with 1 tsp.)1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes1/3 cup melted butter1 tsp. seasoning saltPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Rinse chicken and pat dry with […]
Peppermint Tea 6 tbsp. fresh crushed peppermint leaves 2 cups boiling water Combine the ingredients and allow to brew together for 5 minutes. Serve. *Johnna’s tip: Tea is one of the most relaxing beverages out there. This recipe provides the calming tea without the caffeine. Try leaving the sugar out and enjoy this one in […]
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! Plenty of green to go around for everyone;-) We know you’re looking for the places to be in the District on St. Paddy’s Day and we wouldn’t fulfill our duties as the foodie site to see if we didn’t know where the drink specials and loads of beer can be found […]
The 2024 RAMMY Awards Finalists
Woot! The list is here. The 2024 RAMMY Awards Finalists are (*denotes publicly voted category*): New Restaurant of the Year: A restaurant that must have opened between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023 and already distinguishes itself as a pacesetter in food, beverage and hospitality. The nominee must be a current member of RAMW. Cocktail […]
The 42nd Annual RAMMY AWARDS Return on July 21, 2024
The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) will host the 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in partnership with Events DC, on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The awards return to honor excellence in long standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service. Anyone in the public can […]
Congrats to all of the 2023 RAMMY Award recipients!! The 2023 RAMMY Awards Winners are (*denotes publicly voted category*): Joan Hisaoka Allied Member of the Year: Saval Foodservice New Restaurant of the Year: Causa/Amazonia Cocktail Program of the Year: Service Bar Beer Program of the Year: Shelter Wine Program of the Year: Reveler’s Hour Rising […]
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