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.
It’s hot and I’m eating recklessly! Love the summer and love southern comfort food. Not a huge fan of sweets but when I discovered this baby below, I had to rethink my views on Peach Cobbler. Enjoy with a tall glass of milk…it does your body good! Ingredients: 3 cans (15 oz) sliced peaches, packed […]
1 lb. brussel sprouts 3 TBSP Olive Oil 2 strips of turkey bacon (*diced) Salt & Pepper (To Taste) Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the brussel sprouts into halves and toss in a bowl with the olive oil, bacon bits, salt and pepper. Place brussel sprouts on a baking sheet and bake for […]
While the weather is in high temperatures, time spent outside is a must for most Washingtonians. For those of you craving the COB time to strike, here’s a little something to get into on this hump day. Art & Souls Pig & Oyster Roast First Course: Small Snack Board (Pork Rinds, Deviled Eggs, Pimento Cheese, […]
Bibiana is one of those places that will stay in the District many, many years. The number one reason for this staying power is consistency. I recently returned to the restaurant, which specializes in Italian cuisine, and am happy to report not much has changed since my last visit some odd years ago. The ability […]
Steak and frites equal a “meh” response when yours truly is invited out to feast on the traditional French pair. Steak and frites, however, when prepared by Chef Spike Mendelsohn, get the total curiosity stare when one is invited on a Friday night to taste the hearty dish. A torrential downpour was coming down in the District […]
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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