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.
Quick and Easy Cinco de Mayo Salsa 2 large tomatoes (chopped)1 can (4 oz.) black olives (drained and chopped)1 can (4 oz.) green chiles (drained and chopped)4 green onions (chopped)3 tbsp. vegetable oil1 1/2 tbsp. white vinegar1 tsp. garlic saltSalt (to taste)Pepper (to taste)Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: Wondering where the […]
Margarita Part II 1 (12 fluid oz.) can frozen lemonade concentrate1 (12 fluid oz.) can frozen limeade concentrate1 cup confectioners’ sugar4 egg whites6 cups crushed ice1 liter carbonated water1 lime (sliced)Coarse salt In a container, combine lemonade concentrate, limeade concentrate, powdered sugar, egg whites, and crushed ice and mix well. Cover and freeze at least […]
Simple Creamy Alfredo1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese3/4 cup Parmesan cheese1/2 cup margarine1/2 cup milk16 oz. pasta (*your choice) (cooked and drained)1/2 tsp. fresh basilSalt (to taste)Pepper (to taste)Dash of nutmegIn a pot over low-medium heat, stir together the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, margarine, milk and basil; stir until smooth. Add in the pasta and […]
Margarita2 oz. tequila1/2 oz. triple secDash of lime juice3 oz. sour mixSalt (to rim the glass) (*Optional)Ice CubesAdd all ingredients to a cocktail shaker over the ice; shake well. Salt the rim of a chilled Margarita glass and pour the tequila mixture into the glass with the ice. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: It’s that time of year […]
Are you Social?? Social, Columbia Heights newest restaurant member, is causing quite a buzz on the foodie scene. As the anticipation builds for the new eatery (*Opening in June), we were able to snag some detailed info on what to expect. Check it below:COLUMBIA HEIGHTS WELCOMES NEW DINING EXPERIENCE. Columbia Heights neighborhood contends as one […]
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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