Finding fried pickles around these parts is about as hard as finding someone in DC who does not carry a business card. They are a rare breed. It is intimate spaces like 1905 Restaurant on 9th street that luckily offer surprises on the menu such as fried pickles. Why a surprise? If you ever visit […]
It is that time of year, where there is an abundance of cider. So you drink it…hot, cold, or spiked! Here it is used to add sweetness and depth to carrots. Who knows you may even be able to get the kids to eat their vegetables! Ingredients 1 bunch of carrots, peeled, sliced the carrots diagonally in […]
Labor Day is over. Back to the basics and the gym. Salads are going to overflow my kitchen this fall and I’m actually excited for the transition. With recipes like this Beet Salad, I should be a rabbit by winter. Enjoy! *Recipe courtesy Maria Zoitas’, creator of “Maria’s Homemade” line of prepared food sold exclusively at Westside […]
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 […]
2 large Sweet Potatoes 3 TBSP Olive Oil Salt & Pepper (To Taste) Chives (Optional) Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut the sweet potatoes lengthwise into ¼ inch to ½ inch thick strips. In a bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper (to taste). On […]
I had a great time at the Olde Towne Inn in Upper Marlboro, better known as O.T.I. Come sit at my table at this local tavern as I review my “Top 5 Dishes” for JohnnaKnowsGoodFood.com. O.T.I. is a popular restaurant located just steps away from the Prince George’s County courthouse, and is a favorite among […]
Where I’m Eating: Vino Volo Wine Bar Cafe @ Bethesda Row
Bethesda Row is a great place in the summer for shopping and has plenty of dining pit stops to go around after you’ve spent some cash on fashion. After roaming aisles and clothing racks, go get your sip on and chill out at Vino Volo’s outdoor patio. Vino Volo Wine Bar Cafe in Bethesda Row has a new summer menu that […]
Drinks on Me: Ted’s Montana Grill
Okay, okay…we know it’s summer and it’s hot. Cocktail specials are happening all over the city, but there are few you should try at a rugged themed restaurant called Ted’s Montana Grill. Three were enough to make us feel lovely, and helped pass that torrential downpour that appeared as a pseudo hurricane. Grand Agave: Patron […]
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