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.
Last year, JKGF had the honor of attending the James Beard Foundation’s Restaurant and Chef Awards. Amazing. Time. Looking forward to the celebration this year and special shout-out to one of our D.C. faves, Causa, which made the list this year. Kudos to all the nominees!! Restaurant and Chef Awards The James Beard Foundation’s Restaurant […]
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The annual event returns to celebrate Washington D.C.’s diversity and works to advance cultural diplomacy. Guests will be able to taste natives’ dishes, beverages and entertainment from embassies representing every corner of the globe. Deets here: Date: Thursday, October 13th 2022 Time: 6:30pm General Admission Location: Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard Purchase Tickets On: eventsdcembassychefchallenge.com
Fun times sharing July 4th recipe ideas this morning on FOX 45 Baltimore. Check out the recipe below: Patriotic Layered Bean Dip Ingredients:2 cans refried beans1 ½ cups guacamole1 cup Greek yogurt4 oz cream cheese, softened3 tbsp taco seasoning1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded½ can black olives2 cups cherry tomatoes Directions: On a 12×18 tray or […]
The 2022 James Beard Awards was THE EVENT of the year. The years most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs and the like “gathered” (no, pun intended. This year’s theme was “Gather”) in Chicago to honor those in the industry. Below are the list of winners from the Monday night award recipients. Congrats to all of the nominees […]
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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