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.
Spring Blossom1/2 oz. pomegranate syrup1/2 oz. ginger syrup1 oz. lime juice2 oz. water1 oz. orange juiceCrushed IceIn a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients and shake; strain into a Collins glass over crushed ice. Serve.*Johnna’s tip: Wanna spice things up with alcohol? Add in some Peychaud Bitters. Enjoy! Picture source: http://www.westden.co.uk/principles.htm Read More…
1/4 oz. Midori melon liqueur 1/4 oz. peach schnapps 1/4 coconut rum 1/4 oz. creme de bananes 1/4 oz. Stoli Ohranj vodka 1/4 oz. Southern Comfort peach liqueur 2 1/2 oz. cranberry juice 2 1/2 pineapple juice 2 1/2 Sprite soda Ice Mix all ingredients together in a glass or […]
The Civilian Arts Project (*a D.C. art gallery) is trying to raise money in efforts to help its artists in completing large scale projects. On Thursday, it will be hosting “Spring Fling” @ Local 16 (*One of JKGF fave spots on U st.) There will be art projected on the walls, free hors d’oeuvres and […]
Turkey Enchilada Casserole 1 package of ground turkey (or Vegetarians you can try Morning Star Meal Starter crumbled meat) 1 packet taco seasoning1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes1 can (15 oz.) refried beans1 packet Lipton Mexican or Spanish rice1 package corn tortillas1 can tomato sauce1 package Mexican mix cheeses (you can try low fat/part skim […]
When’s the last time we had Thai? No, when’s the last time we had Good Thai?? That would have to be our trip we made to Sura while in Manhattan’s 100th and Broadway neighborhood. Sura Thai Urban Kitchen is probably the last place you’ll notice will all the various images buzzing around you in this […]
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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