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Super Bowl XLVIII
[ 0 ] January 24, 2014 |

Super Bowl XLVIII

Looking for ideas?  Here are a few to cheer on your team: SHAKE SHACK’S “TWO PINT-CONVERSION” DEAL Shake Shack, with two locations in DC, will be offering a great two-for-one deal on frozen custards during the weekend of the Super Bowl as part of its “Two-Pint Conversion” special. Customers who buy one pint of frozen custard will […]

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Recipe Buzz: V-Day
[ 0 ] January 23, 2014 |

Recipe Buzz: V-Day

It’s bitterly cold outside, so let’s stay inside on this Valentine’s Day.  Here are a few recipes to share with your lover, date or single’s party: *Recipes and images courtesy Rare Review! Original Culinary Spirits. Ale-Infused Cheese Fondue Serves 4 Cheese Sauce 8 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese 8 oz. shredded Swiss cheese 2 tbsp. […]

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What I Learned at L’Academie.
[ 6 ] January 22, 2014 |

What I Learned at L’Academie.

Twenty weeks is hard to cram into one post but I will certainly try, these were some of my favorite weeks to date.  Last year I took on the challenge of completing L’Academie de Cuisine’s Culinary Techniques 101 (CT101) course, which is designed for individuals who are amateur chefs that cook often at home or […]

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Over 20 Places to Ring in the New Year
[ 0 ] December 23, 2013 |

Over 20 Places to Ring in the New Year

NYE 2014 is just over a week away!  I had the opportunity to check out the goods at The Grill Room at Capella in Georgetown and they have everything to make an epicurean New Year’s Eve a success.  Sea Urchin, Black Truffle & Parmesan Gnocchi, Butter Poached Maine Lobster and American Wagyu Tenderloins line the […]

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Drinks on Me: Ping Pong Dim Sum
[ 0 ] December 11, 2013 |

Drinks on Me: Ping Pong Dim Sum

I recently visited Ping Pong Dim Sum in Dupont Circle and was reminded of why I like this spot:  their cocktails are on point.  Creativity is the key thing that they have managed to master in all of their flavors, presentation and seasonal concepts.  Two thumbs up for cocktails such as the newly created Chocolate […]

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