As we take time out of our busy lives this week to give thanks -and stuff ourselves silly- it’s appropriate to acknowledge the dedicated chefs, judges, hosts, sponsors, and representatives from 80 local restaurants who participated in last week’s sold-out Capital Food Fight to benefit DC Central Kitchen. The event, held at the Ronald Reagan Building, […]
Bresca: Bee-witching
November 16, 2017 · by · 5 Comments
I have an embarrassing confession. Until last weekend, I had never eaten food prepared by Chef Ryan Ratino. This may be inconsequential to many of my readers, but I can almost hear the gasps among those who keep abreast of DC restaurants. Ratino was named Rising Culinary Star of 2017 by the Restaurant Association of […]
Calle Cinco: The Real Thing- CLOSED
November 2, 2017 · by · 1 Comment
I have a pet peeve when it comes to the word “tapas.” All too often I hear people use tapas as a generic term for small plates, which actually makes me cringe. Tapas is a Spanish word referring to small savory snacks, and really shouldn’t be interchangeable in describing other cuisines that also happen to […]
A Recipe for Healing
October 25, 2017 · by · 5 Comments
A Recipe for Healing by Lori Gardner for Jewish Food Experience October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Jews and food are inextricably linked. For some Jews, family meals and Jewish holiday celebrations inform eating and dining preferences throughout their life. Many Jewish professionals in the food industry will tell you that childhood experiences of cooking […]
The Hits Keep on Coming at New Kitchens on the Block Event
October 11, 2017 · by · 1 Comment
DC food lovers strive to be in the know about upcoming restaurants. It’s nearly impossible to keep up. Participants in Sunday’s New Kitchens on the Block event (NKOTB) at Mess Hall benefited from a sneak peek at eleven upcoming restaurants. They include ventures from several well-known veteran chefs, and a few who are making their […]
Chef Sasha Felikson: Bring on the Borscht
October 9, 2017 · by · 4 Comments
By Lori Gardner for Jewish Food Experience Chef Sasha Felikson thinks that borscht is going to be the next big thing in food. He speaks with such exuberance and passion that it’s impossible to disagree. Felikson is the executive chef at Doi Moi on 14th Street, Northwest. While the cuisine at Doi Moi is Asian inspired, Felikson […]
