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.
Sticky buns and bacon are the initial thoughts that come to mind when I think about B Penn Quarter (formerly Plan B Burger Bar). Peppercorn dipped bacon and sticky buns draped in powdered sugar and strawberries are the stars of the show at this new brunch. The brunch is so new, the menu is not […]
For all the years I have been in D.C., K Street has been the central location for the “power lunch”. Looks like there is a new sheriff in town, however, with I Street taking its piece of the pie. I visited I Street newcomer, Pennsylvania 6, for lunch and it felt like a CBC class […]
Friday nights have changed from what they used to be for yours truly. Generally filled with happy hour and some form of Jumbo Slice at the end of the night have now transformed into searches for new plays in town and live music. On this particular Friday night, Constellations was the play and Studio Theatre […]
I guess people still have not picked up this little tidbit but unsolicited advice is absolutely annoying. This week’s Etiquette tip is easy: keep your thoughts to yourself. There are times when it is your duty as a guest, friend and/or family to give advice that is not sought by the person you think needs […]
It is beach bod season. The warmer weather has Washingtonians thinking of July 4th weekend before we can even get through Easter weekend. The District is the best place to be if you are trying to get fit and trim where you cannot pass a block in this town without seeing someone running, biking or […]
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 […]
Connect
Connect with us on the following social media platforms.