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.
Jamaican Jerk Turkey (Recipe Courtesy Grace Foods) 1 12 pound turkey, thawed ½ cup Grace Jamaican Dried Jerk Seasoning ¼ cup Grace Caribbean Traditions: Black Pepper 1 teaspoon Grace Caribbean Traditions: Garlic Powder ¾ cup Grace Coconut Oil ½ cup packed dark brown sugar 1 small bunch scallion, chopped ½ cup lime juice 6 sprigs thyme […]
The Ultimate Guide to Steak – From Preparation to Your Plate By Marcio Benedetti Steak QualityThere is nothing better than sitting down to a dinner that includes a perfectly grilled steak. Unfortunately, learning the art of grilling a perfect steak may take years. One of the most common mistakes many home cooks make in their […]
Having a baby soon? Building a Healthy Child should be added to your reading list. JKGF received a copy and could not put it down (*no expecting alerts here, just a really intriguing look into a babies diet). In “Building a Healthy Child,” naturopathic doctor Melina Roberts shares a program that outlines ways parents can build […]
JKGF loves a good cause. Here is one that will let some of the top mixologist showcase their skills. Deets below: WHAT: All Set Restaurant & Bar will host a “DMV Smackdown” Cocktail Competition sponsored by Absolut Vodka with the judging experience taking place from 8 PM to 10 PM. Ten bartenders from DC, Maryland and […]
Every time someone asks me where to get good cocktails in this town, I almost always suggest The Gibson. At the risk of sounding trite, I avoid suggesting it every time because I really think it is one of the best, if not the best, place to find a truly crafted cocktail. The care and […]
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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