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.
Fall Harvest – A mix of cider and spice brings fall flavors to life. 1 oz. Sobieski Cynamon Vodka 2 oz. hard cider ¼ oz. vanilla simple syrup ¼ oz. lemon juice Cinnamon stick for garnish In a shaker add all ingredients with ice. Shake and strain into a glass, garnish with a cinnamon stick and […]
Ugh. One of the biggest pet peeves of this food blogger is being invited in or added to a media list and having to pay for your meal, event ticket, etc. Before you go into the rant of “Bloggers always want something free!”, let me just stop you right there. I started Johnna Knows Good […]
Cocktail mixers make life easier! On Thanksgiving morning, toast the balloons while watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with the Classic Bellini or Perfect Bloody Mary. Powell & Mahoney’s Bloody Mary mixers cut out half the work so you can whip up morning beverages for the whole fam quickly. Cheers! Classic Bellini: Glassware: Champagne flute. 4 […]
Before you pick out the best jeans for eating large portions, you should read this and please share with someone you know who will likely make a party foul. Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays for the obvious reason, food, but also because of the time spent with family and friends. Etiquette is a […]
Are you hoping to tempt palates and have your guests begging for seconds during this holiday season? If so, then you are likely searching for a unique recipe that is easy to cook and will still leave a lasting impression. While this can appear to be a bit challenging, nothing could be further from the […]
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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