Johnna French is a Harlem NY native with deep roots in Panama, Washington, DC and North Carolina. All four places have heavily influenced her life and the foods she loves today. After graduating Howard University School of Law and beginning her life as a young professional in the city she was led to start Johnna Knows Good Food in November 2007 to keep family, friends and colleagues updated on where to go and what to eat while dining in the nation’s capitol. French, who still practices law, leads a team of three writers to cover the ever expanding Washington, DC food scene. French has been featured in print and television, appearing in Washingtonian Magazine and is a regular contributor to various local TV affiliates including WUSA 9, FOX 5 DC and WJLA (ABC Affiliate) News Channel 8. During the 2016-2017 football season, Johnna aired on Comcast Sports Mid-Atlantic (CSN) show, Redskins Life, as the weekly tailgate host. Johnna is currently a regular contributor to the FOX Baltimore Weekend morning show.
Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Curly’s, Happy Birthday to you! Curly’s BBQ turns 30 on August 15 and we are all in for the celebration. Not looking a day over 10, the brand known for its fully cooked and ready to serve BBQ has been a staple in the […]
If you’re planning a casino themed or poker night, then you’ll want to have some perfect cocktails to go with them. In this article, we’ll be giving you a whole load of ideas for your next night in. The Monte Carlo Named after a famous casino, The Monte Carlo cocktail is one of the best […]
Fun times last night at the RAMMYS!! Congrats to all the winners!! Below are the winners from the 35th Annual RAMMY Awards: Employee of the Year: Joseph Cassis, PassionFish Bethesda Manager of the Year: John Grace, The Hamilton Rising Culinary Star of the Year: Ryan Ratino, Ripple Regional Food and Beverage Producer of the Year: DC Brau Brewing Company Favorite […]
The Queen of coupon collecting writes to you today to tell you all about Groupon coupons. Who knew?! Before I buy anything online, I like to do a quick search of #freebies and/or #coupons for whatever I am purchasing (you would be surprised how many wallets, knick knacks, etc. have been damn near free because […]
Summer is in full swing and watermelons are all the rage, which is why it came as no surprise when they popped up on Oz Restaurant & Bar’s new menu. Paired with feta crumbles and watermelon vinaigrette, you get a light summertime salad highlighting the seasons most adorned fruit. Not being much of a watermelon […]
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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