Category: Food.Fun.Stuff.

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay Results
[ 1 ] December 20, 2010 |

Gi.Ve.Aw.Ay Results

After ironing out some kinks for the jet setter Giveaway posted here, it is time to announce the winner.  And the winner is (*Drum roll, please…) Anna!  Through random selection (*simply placing all the names in a hat and pulling one out…), Anna is the winner of a $100 gift certificate to CSN Stores to snag a nifty little piece […]

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Happy New Year!
[ 1 ] December 20, 2010 |

Happy New Year!

A few places to toast in the New Year in the District: Cuba Libre: A pre-fixe menu is available for $90 with limited reservations for 9 pm and 9:30 pm.  Late diners will be able to keep their reserved table throughout the evening which works to their advantage once the entertainment begins at 11 PM.  Salsa, […]

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Overcoming the Challenges of Culinary School
[ 0 ] December 16, 2010 |

Overcoming the Challenges of Culinary School

You may have learnt how to cook from your mom; you may have ensured many a scrape, cut and burn as you found your way around the kitchen; and you may be something of an expert in tossing together ingredients and coming up with your own recipes. However, if you aspire to become a chef, […]

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Restaurant Openings in D.C.
[ 3 ] December 15, 2010 |

Restaurant Openings in D.C.

Graffiato opens in Spring 2011.  The Washington area Italian feast continues with this venture from former Top Chef Contestant Chef Mike Isabella.  The restaurant will be located at 707 6th street, NW. Smith Commons Dining Room and Public House will open on December 21, 2010 @ 1245 H street, NE.  Opening in the H street corridor, […]

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Season’s Greetings
[ 0 ] December 14, 2010 |

Season’s Greetings

It’s the season of giving, so let’s go.  Here are a couple of great causes to lend a helping hand: 1.  The world’s first food rescue organization, City Harvest, is holding a donation drive.  City Harvest collects excess food from various venues in the food industry including restaurants, grocers, corporate cafeterias, manufacturers and farms.  The food is delivered […]

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