Top Chef Mike Isabella brings his skills to Washington, DC. Kapnos is a new Greek restaurant located in the downtown DC area. Beautifully decorated and conveniently located in town, patrons are able to sample several plates and get the feeling of sitting on a pier overlooking the clear blue waters in Greece. I love the […]
Old Town Alexandria offers patrons another choice when it comes to eating out: Flat Iron Steak and Saloon, the latest addition to King Street. Whether you are looking for a happy hour or a romantic night on the town, Flat Iron offers a broad experience. The ambiance, crowd, and food will not disappoint. My fave of the night […]
Along with the heat, summer brings the annual celebration of Spain’s favorite culinary tradition, Paella. From July 29ththrough August 11th, José Andrés and his culinary team at Jaleo will celebrate the eleventh annual Paella Festival with a two-week event featuring a variety of paella specials, as well as a signature watermelon-tomato cocktail that will be available during lunch and […]
While the weather is in high temperatures, time spent outside is a must for most Washingtonians. For those of you craving the COB time to strike, here’s a little something to get into on this hump day. Art & Souls Pig & Oyster Roast First Course: Small Snack Board (Pork Rinds, Deviled Eggs, Pimento Cheese, […]
Steak and frites equal a “meh” response when yours truly is invited out to feast on the traditional French pair. Steak and frites, however, when prepared by Chef Spike Mendelsohn, get the total curiosity stare when one is invited on a Friday night to taste the hearty dish. A torrential downpour was coming down in the District […]
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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