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.
October is the month of events. Everyday we hear about at least 10 events that are going on in the District, no one should ever be bored. Of course, out of those 10 events, we scouted out the events that are most prevelant to foodies, so here we go: >Pizza and yoga- Who would’ve thought […]
1 (5 oz.) can tuna (*We recommend Bumble Bee) 2 boiled eggs (chopped) 1 cup light mayonnaise 4-5 small red grapes 1 tbsp. relish Garlic Powder (to taste) Salt (to taste) Pepper (to taste) Dash of paprika In a bowl, combine the tuna (drained of excess water), boiled eggs, mayo, grapes (be careful not to […]
Today HomeMade Pizza Company officially opens its doors to pizza lovers and the like. After attending the soft opening last night we now fully understand the concept. Prior to the soft opening, we had taste tested the pizza but under different circumstances. Last night, we played an actual consumer role without the media pass. While […]
Deep Fryer 2 Pork Chops 1 cup flour 3 tbsp. Emeril’s Original Essence Oil Prep Deep Fryer with oil according to manufacturers instructions. In a plastic zip lock bag add the flour. Wash and clean off the pork chops and season with Emeril’s. Drop pork chops in bag and coat with flour. Add to Deep […]
HomeMade Pizza Company makes its way to Arlington. Fresh ingredients is all we can say. The HomeMade Pizza Company prides itself on having fresh, all natural ingredients and bake-at-home pizzas. Here’s the drill: You pick your toppings, they prep it for you, you take it home, throw it in the oven and then…vwala! You have […]
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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