While heading to Noelia Italian Kitchen on a winter night, I lamented over my past excitement when I knew Italian food was in my future. Thoughts of large plates, simple ingredients and fresh combinations of pasta and tomatoes made me a little sad because the District has frankly lost the very essence of the Italian […]
With a PhD in agriculture, Chef Jim Holderbaum left his job to pursue his passion as a personal chef. Chef Holderbaum has traveled to more than 60 countries taking in cooking methods, flavors and food presentations that inspired him to start the new dining/catering concept called Range and Reef, serving Washington, DC, Baltimore and the Eastern […]
With a perfect blend of ambiance, quality service, good food and drinks, Plan B Burger Bar has a little something special for everyone. Upon entry, the smiling face of the hostess instantly provides a welcoming atmosphere. As I began to slowly panel the environment from left to right, the multitude of seating arrangements immediately catches […]
I had the pleasure of sampling some FANTASTIC natural juices made by Alive Juices. Interestingly, just the week before I tasted them for this review, my yoga studio had some available for us yogis to try. So, I was super excited to try four different ones. I was given 4 varieties: #1 (Positive Karma), #4 […]
The space that once belonged to Bangkok Joe is now being occupied by Mama Rouge and to be frankly honest, it has made me forget the old face. Maybe it is the sea urchin chandelier taking centerfold in the decor or the craft cocktails that make you want to devote more time to the bar […]
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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