Category: Washington D.C.

Where I’m Eating:  The Ripple Effect
[ 0 ] November 7, 2013 |

Where I’m Eating: The Ripple Effect

After living on Connecticut Avenue for several years, Cleveland Park became a second home for me.  With my stomping grounds mainly in the Vann Ness neighborhood, it is no surprise that I ventured out to find good food.  The day Ripple opened and I had the opportunity to nibble on their risotto was the day […]

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Dishes We Love: 1905’s Fried Pickles
[ 0 ] November 1, 2013 |

Dishes We Love: 1905’s Fried Pickles

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 […]

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Mocktail: 50 Shades of Grapes
[ 1 ] October 31, 2013 |

Mocktail: 50 Shades of Grapes

With the 2013 March of Dimes Signature Chef’s Auction coming up (*November 12, 2013), babies are on the dome!  Expecting moms can still get their sip on with mocktails that taste amazingly good without the alcohol.  This week’s “Drinks on Me” features Jo-Jo Valenzuela’s 50 Shades of Grapes Mocktail.  Cheers! Glassware: Highball Ingredents: 1.5 oz Housemade […]

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Cocktails & Cupcakes
[ 0 ] October 31, 2013 |

Cocktails & Cupcakes

Debbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer (DDF) is proud to announce its third annual DC Cocktails & Cupcakes to increase awareness and raise funds for stomach cancer. The event will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at the Recording Industry Association of America. Attendees can enjoy inspired cocktails, sweets, live music by the Pietasters […]

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Twerk or Treat!
[ 0 ] October 25, 2013 |

Twerk or Treat!

1.  The Carolina Kitchen is celebrating Halloween this year with a Monster Mash party on Thursday, October 31st. Guests are invited to eat, drink and be scary while indulging in spooky drink specials, such as the Scary Carrie Cocktail or the Devil’s Sangria. A selection of appetizers includingFrankenburgers, Creepy Tots, Vampire Bat Wings, and Piranha Bites will also be available to enjoy all […]

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