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.
*Thanks to Vicky Braun, inventor of the Lid Pocket (www.lidpocket.com), a hands-free lid solution for most slow cookers. This week’s recipe is courtesy Vicky featuring one of her fave Mardi Gras recipes. Ingredients: 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut into 1-inch cubes 1 pound sausage (Andouille, Polish or Jennie-O turkey sausage) sliced 1 […]
Instead of my typical Etiquette Tuesday post, I decided to switch it up today for “Good Deed Tuesday”. This will be my weekly outreach to all of you encouraging you to get involved! This week, I encourage you all to check out the efforts of S.E.A.R. and see how you can help. Miriam’s Kitchen has […]
Finding Jardenea on a cold, winter night was a bit of a challenge but once I landed in the right place, I now see why it’s tucked away. A hidden gem in the District, Jardenea houses all of the components necessary for a cozy night in the District. Dim, discreet and of course, good food. […]
Here’s another one courtesy Herradura Tequila to celebrate National Margarita Day on February 22, 2014. Cheers! Ingredients: · 1 ½ oz. el Jimador Reposado · ½ oz. Chambord · 1 oz. Sprite · 2 oz. Sour mix · 3 dashes of Tabasco Directions: 1. In a shaker filled with ice, add ingredients and shake to mix. 2. Pour into margarita glass rimmed […]
Celebrate National Margarita Day with this recipe courtesy Tequila Herradura. Cheers! Ingredients: 2 oz. Herradura Silver ¾ oz. Lime juice 3 Slices of scotch bonnet pepper 1 ½ oz. of diced mango ½ oz. mango jam Directions: 1. Crush mango and chili slices in the base of a shaker with a muddler. 2. Add cubed ice and remaining […]
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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