“It’s all in the details.” If asked why I think Vapiano Charlotte has succeeded in introducing to the State of North Carolina a dining concept it’s never seen before, that would be my exact response. From California-imported olive trees and hand-painted murals to daily batches of freshly-made pasta in-house, it’s more than obvious that the […]
College basketball is in full swing and friends have yet another reason to gather around the TV each week for finger food, drinks and trash-talking. As a proud Tar Heel, this time of year always excites me; however, this year my excitement level has been taken up a notch. This year’s Final Four will bring […]
I’m always looking for a way to add some spunk to my meals, because even the most simple meal can take on a whole new meaning with the simple flick of the wrist and the addition of a new, bold flavor. That’s why I love Walkerswood Traditional Jerk seasoning. Just a drop of it in […]
As the temperatures seem to have taken a drastic downward turn, I find myself wanting the comfort of warm, soothing dishes, specifically a nice chicken broth – you know the generous serving of soup that generally precedes your meal when dining at a Japanese restaurant – yup, that’s what I want. While I have put […]
For the past couple of Fridays, I have been sharing simple ways to dress up your holiday bubbly using Freixenet Sparkling Wine, (specifically the Cordon Negro Brut and the Cordon Negro Extra Dry) and offering great prize packs from Freixenet in the process. This week, you all will have TWO opportunities to win, as we […]
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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