As my husband heads to synagogue, which he does every Saturday morning, I sit at my kitchen table with my own version of worship. I take a deep breath and think back on my week. What did I accomplish at work? What did I read, listen to, or watch that has made an impact on […]
Commonwealth Indian: Beauty & the Beast
September 7, 2019 · by · 4 Comments
Before it even opens, Commonwealth Indian on Old Georgetown Road attracts my attention. The restaurant stands out, with its name emboldened on a bright red background that spans across the building. It’s an alluring addition to the growing list of restaurants at Pike & Rose in North Bethesda. All too often my restaurant visits feel […]
St. Anselm: Raring to Go
July 31, 2019 · by · 4 Comments
First impressions are important, although they aren’t always everything. My husband of 36 years barely spoke to me the first time we met. It’s a good thing I decided he was worth a second chance. But it can be the opposite. Great first impression but then some insurmountable flaws rise to the surface. You never […]
High Street Cafe: A Sense of Place (closed)
July 15, 2019 · by · 2 Comments
NOTE: High Street Cafe is Permanently Closed Coming to Georgetown. I’m surprised by how often I’ve heard this recently in reference to new restaurants. The truth is that there have been some solid openings in Georgetown recently, and I find myself dining there more often than ever before. All the openings and upcoming spots are […]
KAZ Sushi Bistro: It’s About Time
July 3, 2019 · by · 2 Comments
My earliest memories of eating Japanese food are trips to Benihana with my family. I marveled at how the chefs managed to skewer meat with a sword-like knife and fling it onto a plate without inflicting injury on themselves or the diners. I loved all the magic tricks they performed. My favorite was the one […]
