From fests to parades, there’s always something going on in the nation’s capital in the summertime. Us locals are a little spoiled, especially since visitors often save for months or spend their life savings to come here when we have access to the greatest tastings, festivals, fairs, and events year round. Don’t be afraid to [...]
It’s baseball season once again. Presidents with giant heads have laced up their running shoes and fans have donned their favorite Nationals gear. While we may not all have “Natitude,” many Washingtonians are looking forward to a trip to Nationals Park. Hot dogs, cold beer, and the seventh inning stretch (or as I call it, the loosening [...]
Everyone is talking about it. Why? It’s the first of its kind in the US. Well, for Capella, it is at least. Last week, I attended a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new, chic and sophisticated, 49-room luxurious Capella Washington, D.C.(1050 31st St., NW) located in Georgetown, the first Capella-branded hotel in the [...]
With an ever growing work-from-home population, escapes outside the home where one can do work (and actually be productive) are increasingly popular, yet hard to come by unless you know where to go. Free WiFi just doesn’t cut it anyone. Telecommuters want good eats, ambiance, and interesting decor. Whether you fall into this workforce demographic or just [...]
I should start by saying that I eat everything. Pig blood ice cream? Bring it on! So when a vegan friend was visiting me recently, I was in a fix. What were we going to eat? Thankfully, more and more restaurants in the area have some kind of vegan option, so although we have divergent [...]
The nation’s capital has really lucked out with a temperate winter, and a rather cool spring, but as the thermometer rises from warm to warmer, some metro area restaurants scream summer! This Fabulous al Fresco Dining roundup is designed to serve as a source of information for DC area diners looking for Washington, DC area [...]
TGIF! It is time for the weekend and time to get out and about. The Nationals may be out of town, but the Navy Yard is still the place to be thanks to the one-day gastronomical celebration that is Bite of D.C.!
This Saturday, May 18, five elite chefs will be serving up elegant dishes to [...]
There is an old D.C. saying that I just made up that says “April showers bring May growlers.” The sun comes out and people begin to venture outside for a season worth of outdoor events complete pints full of beers. For many this means patios and barbecues. For LivingSocial, this means a celebration worthy of [...]
From fests to parades, there’s always something going on in the nation’s capital in the summertime. Us locals are a little spoiled, especially since visitors often save for months or spend their life savings to come here when we have access to the greatest tastings, festivals, fairs, and events year round. Don’t be afraid to [...]
Dining in DC is pleased to welcome Life and Health Coach/Counselor, and now author, Kimberly Hammond a.k.a Healthy Chick as a Contributor. In this introductory post, Kim offers sage advice to us foodies (those who live to eat and not eat to live, you know who you are) on how to be healthy (make smart choices) when dining out. [...]
When you think of Earth Day events and activities, many such things come to mind, such as planting trees, cleaning up a watershed, or recycling, or as Mr. Dining in DC says, “Some other nature thing.” Us foodies (that includes You) always include food in everything that we do — including Earth Day. On Monday, [...]
Growing up, my favorite day of the week was Wednesday. Why? Because Wednesday was spaghetti night where my mom would make her classic marinara sauce with onion, mushrooms, and ground beef. Although simple, it was satisfying, comforting and, most importantly, soulful.
Satisfaction, comfort and soul can also be found in authentic, family-style Italian restaurants like Argia’s [...]
On Thursday, April 25th, diners across the Washington, DC area will join hundreds of thousands of others from across North America to stand up against HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-challenging illnesses by sitting down and enjoying a meal at one of the many restaurants participating in this year’s Dining Out for Life® fundraiser.
More than 100 [...]
On Wednesday, April 17th, Foggy Bottom FRESHFARM Market opened for the season. The first signs of spring herald the return of FRESHFARM Markets’ producer-only farmers markets to communities across the Washington, D.C. region. Other markets will return to full-season hours, such as the Dupont Circle and Silver Spring FRESHFARM Markets. The remaining markets will open in [...]
DC is in the midst of a ramen explosion. Although wait times are measured in hours at these trendy, no-reservation small spots, many make long treks out to get some of that soothing broth and noodles, especially on a day like today. When a ramen place recently opened within walking distance of home, of course [...]
It’s baseball season once again. Presidents with giant heads have laced up their running shoes and fans have donned their favorite Nationals gear. While we may not all have “Natitude,” many Washingtonians are looking forward to a trip to Nationals Park. Hot dogs, cold beer, and the seventh inning stretch (or as I call it, the loosening [...]
Everyone is talking about it. Why? It’s the first of its kind in the US. Well, for Capella, it is at least. Last week, I attended a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new, chic and sophisticated, 49-room luxurious Capella Washington, D.C.(1050 31st St., NW) located in Georgetown, the first Capella-branded hotel in the [...]
Already well underway, the Beef Checkoff, through the Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative (NEBPI), encourages the public to test their Beef I.Q. through the “I Love Beef Trivia” Challenge for the chance to win a meat-lover’s grand prize, including $200 worth of Roseda Beef and two VIP tickets to the 2013 National Harbor Wine & Food [...]
Lamb. It’s not just for gyros and it’s not something to silently contemplate about over some nice fava beans and a good Chianti. Sheep are the oldest domesticated meat animals. Unfortunately, lamb is an often overlooked meat in America. A USDA study from 2000 showed that Americans consumed less than a pound of lamb per [...]
It’s March Madness time baby. Selection Sunday came and went and the best of the NCAA is set to dazzle the nation. While your team name have not made it to the ‘Big Dance,’ you can still bust your bracket and your belly while taking in the tournament. Why watch on your laptop when you [...]
