With a PhD in agriculture, Chef Jim Holderbaum left his job to pursue his passion as a personal chef. Chef Holderbaum has traveled to more than 60 countries taking in cooking methods, flavors and food presentations that inspired him to start the new dining/catering concept called Range and Reef, serving Washington, DC, Baltimore and the Eastern […]
I had the pleasure of sampling some FANTASTIC natural juices made by Alive Juices. Interestingly, just the week before I tasted them for this review, my yoga studio had some available for us yogis to try. So, I was super excited to try four different ones. I was given 4 varieties: #1 (Positive Karma), #4 […]
Getting out of the District these days can be a challenge if your resources are limited. Money, time off from work and travel companions all weigh into the planning process. Recently, I needed a BREAK. Searching the map much like Prince Akeem in Coming to America, I scoured quick getaways that would not empty the […]
Getting out of dodge can be a small fortune these days, which is why I appreciate living in the District. There are a gazillion places to get out-of-town, regroup and see something new even if it is for just a few hours. Recently, JKGF visited the Maryland Eastern Shore to enjoy a day of wine […]
Getting around these DC streets can be difficult if you are thinking about driving, which is why I welcomed the opportunity to try out Blacklane Limousine services. Not a direct correlation to food except for the fact that you can reach your dinner date in style, Blacklane boasts an impressive fleet. When the 7 series […]
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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