Category: Food.Fun.Stuff.

Where I’m Eating: Kapnos
[ 0 ] August 8, 2013 |

Where I’m Eating: Kapnos

  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 […]

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Dishes We Love: Rockstar Shrimp
[ 0 ] July 31, 2013 |

Dishes We Love: Rockstar Shrimp

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 […]

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Recipe Kick: Lobster Grilled Cheese
[ 0 ] July 31, 2013 |

Recipe Kick: Lobster Grilled Cheese

2 cups Lobster Stock (If you can’t find Lobster Stock, get seafood stock, which should be available at Whole Foods or Fox & Obels)  4 (1 ½ pound) lobsters, claws removed ¼ cup Sriracha 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Juice of 2 limes 6 ounces (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, divided 4 tablespoons canola oil Kosher […]

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This Weekend’s Quick Bite
[ 0 ] July 26, 2013 |

This Weekend’s Quick Bite

  I recently paid a visit to an ‘ol time late-night favorite, Denny’s. I was very impressed with how many changes Denny’s has made over the years from the decor to the menu selection. You no longer go to Denny’s for just the bacon and eggs. Denny’s now offers many selections to their late night […]

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Oldie but Goodie:  L’Auberge Chez Francois
[ 0 ] July 26, 2013 |

Oldie but Goodie: L’Auberge Chez Francois

Visiting L’Auberge Chez Francois had been on my list for quite some time.  It is arguably the number one French restaurant in the Washington, DC area.  The customer service is one reason driving down the hilly, winding two lane roads was worth it.  Your treated like royalty from the moment you walk in and the […]

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