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This Weekend: International Wine & Food Festival

With much anticipation the 13th Annual Washington D.C. International Wine & Food Festival’s Grand Tasting will return to the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW) this weekend on Saturday, February 11th & Sunday, February 12th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm each day. Notice the title? It’s wine before food. This is the perfect opportunity to learn...

Valentine’s Day 2012: Romantic, Indulgent Meals, Budget Friendly, and Singles-Only Anti-Valentine’s Day Fetes

Love is in the air this time of year (whether you like it or not). Many DC Restaurants offer special menus and promotions to sweethearts (and singles) dining out to celebrate Valentine’s Day. January is coming to a close and the big V-Day, Tuesday, February 14th, is just around the corner, so don’t wait to make your plans. To help, I’ve taken the liberty of providing a few recommendations...

The 11th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair to benefit the Washington Humane Society Tickets Giveaway

The 11th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair to benefit the Washington Humane Society, hosted by Chef Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox & Watershed Restaurants and Muse at the Corcoran Gallery of Art is just two weeks away! Dining in DC is very proud to offer the chance to win two (2) tickets to the Affair on Wednesday, February 1st to my readers and fans! Comment below about how a pet has affected...

Things to Do with Guests in Town

Do you have guests in town for the Holidays? Check out this listing of fun (and often FREE) things to do this weekend,  December 23-26th. Friday, December 23 – Monday, December 26, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Seasons Greenings – The annual holiday exhibition includes poinsettias aplenty and model trains swirling around plant based replicas of DC landmarks. Location: U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland...

DC Restaurant Week 2012 announced!

I have been preparing for months with all of my fancy schmany spreadsheets, but all you have to do is mark your calendars and get ready. DC Restaurant Week 2012 is coming! The official dates January  9-15, 2012 have been announced. Make your reservations, now! This year, Dining in DC will offer all new Restaurant Week features that you are going to love. Check out my postings on newcomers, live...

The Ultimate Dinner Party with the ‘Mob

Join the ‘mob today and be entered to win a seat for you (and a guest) to a Chef’s Table Dinner at Cashion’s Eat Place courtesy of Scoutmob. Dinner will be hosted December 8, 2011 by yours truly of Dining in DC and the talented Mary Kong of Girl Meets Food. Tell us who you would invite to the Ultimate Dinner Party. Past or Present. It’s the million dollar question for foodies. Winners...

The First Annual Grape Festival at Zaytinya

Just in time to be thankful, the First Annual Grape Festival at Zaytinya is going on now through Sunday, November 27, 2011. Now you can partake in a celebration honoring the little fruit that changed the world, with special dishes, cocktails, wines, and tasting events! José Andrésand his team at award-winning mezze restaurant Zaytinya, led by chef Michael Costa, are offering a festival celebrating...

Fast Feet for Food 5K: Race to Benefit DC Central Kitchen

On Saturday, November 19th at Bluemont Park (325 North Manchester St., Arlington, VA), DC Capital Striders Running Group is hosting “Fast Feet for Food 5K” a 5K race to benefit DC Central Kitchen. Sponsored by Speedlaces, Popchips, RoadID, Safety and Health Foundation, Fast Feet for Food 5K is to help support DC Central Kitchen during their busiest time of the year. DC Central Kitchen...

DC Area Restaurants Salute US Veterans This Veterans Day

Many DC area restaurants will recognize the many men and women who have served our country by offering special Veterans Day Discounts or complimentary meals.  ESquared Hospitality announced that in honor of this coming Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2011, their two DC area restaurants, BLT Steak (1625 I St. NW) and Casa Nonna (1250 Connecticut Ave., NW) will recognize the many men and women...

Food Writing 101: A Workshop for Aspiring Foodies

Have you ever wondered how blogs like Dining in DC get started? Do you consider yourself a decent writer or would like to learn how? Have you ever thought to yourself, “I can do that!” Nevin Martell, a fellow blogger and food writer, someone who I trust and also consider a friend is  leading a workshop on food writing at the Writer’s Center in Bethesda next spring — Food Writing...

Spooktacular Roundup: Halloween special events and promotions in DC area restaurants.

Celebrate Halloween with all Treats … and no Tricks! Many DC restaurants and lounges will celebrate Halloween with everything from a Ghost Roast at Poste, to a Doggie Happy Hour Costume Contest at Jackson 20, Pumpkin Carving competitions at Helix Lounge and Bar Dupont, a tweetup at Policy, and treats from Co Co. Sala! Have a huntingly good time while getting into the spirit of Halloween. Spooktacular...

Make a unique Jack o’Lantern at PAUL Bakery and Café for Halloween

PAUL Bakery and Café has put a twist on Halloween.  Make a Jack o’Lantern … from BREAD! In May 2011, Paul Bakery opened its flagship store near the Navy Memorial in Penn Quarter bringing a little bit of France to the District. For Halloween, Paul is putting a distinctively French twist to the very American holiday and introducing the Paul pumpkin.  It’s perfect timing since we’ve...

Georgetown’s Ristorant Piccolo and Bangkok Joe’s Take a Bite out of Breast Cancer

On Wednesday night, October 12th, two Georgetown restaurants, Bangkok Joe’s and Ristorante Piccolo donated 25% of  proceeds from their dinner sales to the first annual Take A Bite out of Breast Cancer to support Pink Jams!, an outreach and fundraising campaign focusing on early detection in young women and men under 40 years old. Vanessa and Markette, the ladies behind DC on Heels served as...

DC Area Restaurants and Bloggers Unite to Take a Bite out of Breast Cancer in October

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and for the first time in the Nation’s Capital, breast cancer awareness is served on a plate. For the entire month, more than 24 participating restaurants will donate a portion of their proceeds to the first annual Take A Bite out of Breast Cancer to support Pink Jams!, an outreach and fundraising campaign focusing on early detection in young...