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 […]
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 […]
Kaliwa: Common Bonds
April 5, 2019 · by · 4 Comments
I like Kaliwa with its jumble of Southeast Asian dishes. It’s a restaurant rooted in tradition and the spirit of sharing, and the potential to create bonds between cuisines and its diners.
Delina Eritrean Urban Kitchen: Pass the Injera Please (closed)
February 14, 2019 · by · Leave a Comment
NOTE: Delina Eritrean Urban Kitchen is permanently closed. Food is so much more than what’s on your plate. It can also be a revealing glimpse into history and culture. Delina Eritrean Urban Kitchen, a recent addition to Bethesda, is a prime example. Delina is named for the 10-year old daughter of restaurant owners Abraham and […]
Julii: Stepping It Up on Route 355 in N. Bethesda
January 15, 2019 · by · 7 Comments
Note: Sasha Felikson is no longer affiliated with Julii. The first time I see Sasha Felikson he is on the porch of Doi Moi grilling ribs and chanting: “Jewish boy cooking pork!” It’s during the 2017 Dine-n-Dash event to benefit World Central Kitchen. I am amused and intrigued. Who is this crazy guy? I wonder. […]
