Philadelphia is a no-frills city with a food scene that is much more than soft pretzels,Tastykakes, and cheesesteaks. Growing up on the outskirts, I often return to […]
DRINK RECIPE: Sazerac
While scores of tourists are throwing back hurricanes on Bourbon Street in celebration of Mardi Gras, many are unaware of New Orleans’ (and some say the United States’) […]
RECIPE: Peri-Peri Buttermilk Chicken & Craft Beer
Devouring wings and beer is a rite of passage while watching football. Even though many establishments drown flour-less fried chicken in a variety of sauces and offer specials […]
FOOD: DC’s The Greek Spot
Just off the corner of 11th and U Street is a gateway to the island of Kefalonia, The Greek Spot. This no-frills carry-out restaurant serves generous portions of […]
FOOD: A & J Restaurant in Rockville, MD
Dim sum, anyone? After a day of service with several co-workers, I found myself craving some authentic Chinese food. The District’s Chinatown and all her national chains does […]
DRINK RECIPE: The Final Ward
Recently, I have been obsessed with cocktails containing Chartreuse. So when I discovered that Philip Ward, owner and mixologist at Mayahuel in the East Village created the Final […]
FOOD: D.C.’s PX Lounge
Over the past few years, vintage-obsessed haute couture has not been exclusive to the runways of Milan and Paris. Permeating through the food and beverage industry, Prohibition-era cocktails […]
RECIPE: Pesto Chicken, Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Sliders
In addition to yuletide cheer, the holiday season is generally associated with gift exchanges and absurd amounts of calorie consumption. While I might not be able to assist […]
FOOD: DC Food Scene – Coming of Age
When you think of specific foods native to U.S. cities, you instantly pair cheesesteaks and hoagies to Philadelphia, deep dish pizza to Chicago, and Coney Island hotdogs […]