Dining In Dc – Food and Restaurant Blog

The Safeway Barbecue Battle: June 23-24

The Safeway Barbecue Battle: June 23-24, 2012 This year will mark the 20th Anniversary of Safeway bringing great food, music and fun to the streets and people of the Nation’s Capital. The two-day festival (Saturday: 11 AM to 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11 AM to 7:30 PM) includes delicious barbecue and tasty treats of all kinds from top vendors, plenty of delicious free food samples and live entertainment...

Monthly Market Fresh Vegan Brunch This Sunday

Although the nation’s capital has a perma-crush on hamburgers and pork, area restaurants have at the same time been evolving into  becoming more vegetarian and vegan-friendly. If you’re looking for a deliciously healthy spot to brunch, then you should not miss the upcoming Market Fresh Vegan Brunch at Todd Gray’s Muse at the Corcoran Art Gallery (500 17th Street, NW), this Sunday,...

Foodie Itinerary: Delicious To-Do Events May 9-21

Dining in DC’s Foodie Itinerary or To-Do List: Looking for some food-related events for this week or upcoming weeks? Summer is almost here and May is chock full o’ fun and delicious things to do and … eat! Below is a compilation of various, food-related events, such as tastings, festivals, and workshops or classes throughout the Washington, DC  Metropolitan area for the weekend...

Let’s Take it Outside: Dining Outdoors

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 restaurants with outdoor or patio seating. For ease, the guide is divided...

DC Restaurants offering Passover Seder

Passover is fast approaching and many families across the nation begin to plan their Seder feasts, make travel plans to see their loved ones, brainstorm where to hide the afikoman, while others look to see what’s on the menu at some of D.C.’s best restaurants. Although most certified kosher establishments close for the holiday, a few DC area restaurants are hosting Seder and Passover fare with...

Cruzin’ To Frederick Restaurant Week

Thanks to Chevrolet, I’ve been Cruzin’ all week in my brand new 2012 Cruze! Chevy graciously provided new vehicles to test drive to eight DC food bloggers, including myself, this week to take a bite out of all that Frederick, MD has to offer during the third annual Frederick Restaurant Week (March 5-11, 2012). While it wasn’t my first visit to Frederick, it was my first time participating...

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...

Forgo the Cooking Stress and Dine out this Thanksgiving

To most, Thanksgiving means a home-cooked meal enjoyed with your (extended extended extended) family. I’ve cooked. I’ve put in my dues. To me, while lovely to spend time with your family, it ultimately translates to:  hours spent burning your fingers, throwing your back out, and weeks of prep-time. If I had my choice, I’d opt to dine out. Honestly, you deserve a break.  So, take...

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...

Todd Gray’s Watershed Patio Clam Bake this Sunday

Don’t miss The ‘Shed’s first Patio Clam Bake this Sunday, September 18 from 5-10 p.m. Todd Gray’s Watershed in the new up-and-coming NoMa neighborhood (Todd Gray from Equinox newest restaurant) is hosting what is sure to be a shuckin’ of a good time with an outdoor patio clam bake featuring an eastern seaboard tribute to traditional coastal dishes. Enjoy DC’s brew...

The Best Time to Enjoy Washington, DC’s Waterfront Dining

Summertime is coming to an end with Labor Day just a week away. I think that now is the perfect time of year to enjoy outdoor dining with spectacular views and prime people-watching, especially when the sun goes down. Locals and visitors alike who enjoy delicious food and refreshing libations outdoors enjoy the warmth of the sun’s rays or sunset by visiting many of the D.C. area waterfront restaurants...

The 6th Annual “I Love Crab Cakes!” Crab Cake Competition

It’s that time again!  The American Institute of Wine & Food (AIWF) is holding its 6th annual “I Love Crab Cakes!” Karen Cathey Memorial Crab Cake competition this year at Phillips Flagship Restaurant (900 Water St., S.W) at the Washington, DC Southwest Waterfront. The annual competition and fundraiser featuring the Chesapeake’s finest and remembrance of Karen Cathey will take...

First Annual Bluemont BBQ Bash and Certified BBQ Competition

Yeehaw! Come on par’ners! Join me and my family this Saturday, July 30th, at Great Country Farms for the newest and most exciting festival yet, the Bluemont BBQ Bash!  I will be there to serve as a judge for the  First State Certified BBQ Competition with competitors arriving from all over the country!  This event is a KCBS (Kansas City Barbecue Society) certified competition which means...