New cookware? Yes, please. Those were my sentiments when I received new casserole dishes from Kohl’s 2013 spring line of Bobby Flay’s Stoneware collection. Heavy and durable were my first impressions of the sangria colored oval casserole dish but it would take adding my cooking to the pot to see if it really would stand up [...]
Each new year is a chance to start again — to finally lose the weight you want to lose, to quit smoking, to be healthier, to work less, to make more, to spend more time with family, or to chase your dreams. There are many traditional dishes that are said to bring good fortune in [...]
Simplicity is the name of the game this summer, which is why I welcomed this recipe from Nueva Cocina. Nueva Cocina is a new product line made up of all-natural and easy-to-make Latin soups, seasonings and rice mixes. The recipe below features one of my fave summer veggies and is completely simple after you get the [...]
Inspired by the American Lamb Board’s takeover of Eastern Market, I decided this week’s food/recipe focus should be on the use of lamb. Lamb is often pigeonholed into seared lamb chops or roasted lamb where there are so many creative ways to use it. Stepping outside of the box was the name of the game [...]
1 package Gold ‘n Plump 90/10 Ground Chicken (*found at local Targets around the D.C. area) 1 cup Feta Cheese 1 large onion 2 cloves garlic (*finely diced) Kosher Salt (*to taste) Pepper (*to taste) Olive Oil 10-12 Grape Leaves (*I used the bottled grape leaves making it easier to clean) Carefully remove the grape [...]
Art & Soul’s Artisanal Reopening Fair
After this year’s inauguration, Chef/Owner Art Smith opted to close down the restaurant for a month-long renovation. This past March, Art & Soul on Capital Hill threw a wonderful fair of a shindig to show off all of their recent changes for the menu and the restaurant’s aesthetic features. Among the new ambiance/decor and the tasty [...]
The search for good patio space in the District is rampid. Everyone wants a piece of the action when the temperatures reach 70+ so its no surprise every restaurant is doing their part in providing the goods. Below are five patios that will not disappoint during this Spring/Summer season: DNV: Does anyone remember summer nights [...]
May = Cocktails, Funky Bites, & Birthdays
Right before my birthday on May 3rd, there was another fantastic birthday event: Last Exit’s 2nd Anniversary celebration. I had honestly never really heard about this establishment until a few months back, but hey, better late than never right? This wonderful cocktail lounge that’s located in Mt Pleasant achieves its mission of providing an eclectic [...]
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