JKGF Merchandise Available on Etsy & Amazon
Did you know that Johnna Knows Good Food merchandise is now available on Etsy & Amazon?! Check it out here (Etsy) and here (Amazon, Amazon & Amazon).
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JKGF Book Club: Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free
I am looking forward to this year’s Juneteenth celebrations, for more reasons than one. “Opal Lee and What it Means to be Free” is one of those reasons. Teaching my three-year-old about the importance of Juneteenth is crucial to her education and this is one of my favorite ways to convey a message, through books. […]
Five Things I Learned at Broccoli City Festival
With the tons of festivals popping up these days, it can be difficult to choose just one. For those living in the D.C. area who can appreciate a good Cardi B lyric or two, Broccoli City Festival should be added to your docket of local festivals to attend. The energy is young, chill and urban. […]
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JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION® ANNOUNCES THE 2023 RESTAURANT AND CHEF AWARD NOMINEES
Last year, JKGF had the honor of attending the James Beard Foundation’s Restaurant and Chef Awards. Amazing. Time. Looking forward to the celebration this year and special shout-out to one of our D.C. faves, Causa, which made the list this year. Kudos to all the nominees!! Restaurant and Chef Awards The James Beard Foundation’s Restaurant […]
13th Annual Events DC Embassy Chef Challenge
The annual event returns to celebrate Washington D.C.’s diversity and works to advance cultural diplomacy. Guests will be able to taste natives’ dishes, beverages and entertainment from embassies representing every corner of the globe. Deets here: Date: Thursday, October 13th 2022 Time: 6:30pm General Admission Location: Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard Purchase Tickets On: eventsdcembassychefchallenge.com
Cruise Ship Casinos
Cruise ship casinos have become a new form of classic service within the recreational offerings of physical casinos to become the main attraction on some transatlantic ships. What could be better than to enjoy something that we are passionate about, such as casino games? But, even more, enjoy in a company with similar interests, in […]
Drinks on Me
Franciacorta
Franciacorta entered my life at the perfect time. Summer is ready to begin, birds are chirping and picnics and rooftop happy hours are filling the schedule. This the perfect accompaniment to any of the above. Located along the Lago D’Iseo and a stones throw from Milan, the vineyards of Franciacorta are young with old age […]
Honkaku Spirits
Honkaku Spirits are a step away from the norm. In a society that is now trying to do the most and stand out in every way for the ‘gram, time for a bar cart upgrade. We love our oldie but goodie brands but Honkaku whiskey should be the newest mate for your ginger ale. In […]
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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 […]
RAMMY Award Winners 2023
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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Franciacorta
Franciacorta entered my life at the perfect time. Summer is ready to begin, birds are chirping and picnics and rooftop happy hours are filling the schedule. This the perfect accompaniment to any of the above. Located along the Lago D’Iseo and a stones throw from Milan, the vineyards of Franciacorta are young with old age […]
JKGF Book Club: Opal Lee and What It Means to Be Free
I am looking forward to this year’s Juneteenth celebrations, for more reasons than one. “Opal Lee and What it Means to be Free” is one of those reasons. Teaching my three-year-old about the importance of Juneteenth is crucial to her education and this is one of my favorite ways to convey a message, through books. […]
Where to Eat Now
JKGF on FOX5 DC This Morning
In case you missed it, JKGF was on FOX5 DC this morning sharing Black Owned Restaurants to check out this Black History month (and beyond) plus Black Owned food products that ship right to your door. Check out the list below: Cool Black Owned Restaurants to check out this month: 1. Butter Me Up 2. Keren Cafe […]
Good Karma.
Living in DC for close to 20 years has allowed me to see a complete transformation of the Chinatown and now Penn Quarter neighborhoods. There was a time when the only good Indian food was found at Rasika in Penn Quarter and now that has changed. Karma Modern Indian opened its doors in late 2017 […]
Glittery B!$#%!!
Summer in the District equals plenty of outdoor activities…with drinks, of course. Marvin is always a good place to stop for a beverage or two and with their summer menu, it should make your roundup. I visited at the top of summer to see what new concoctions they have for #Summer19 and here are three […]
Other Good Stuff
Holiday Dinners – 6 Snack Ideas to Impress Your Guests
Image Source The holiday season is a time of warmth, joy, and festivity, often centered around the dining table. Holiday dinners are not just about the main course; they are an experience that begins the moment your guests walk through the door. Snacks play a crucial role in this experience, setting the tone for the […]
The 4 Essentials To Setting Up A Kitchen In A Off Grid Cabin
At the heart of every home is the kitchen. It’s usually the center of life where people congregate and memories are made over plates of home-cooked food. When you decide to live an off-grid life, this doesn’t change. However, it is more of a challenge to pull off. In an off-grid cabin, the kitchen takes […]
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