The fans are in a frenzy and who can blame them? It’s been an incredible season and we’re on our way to stunning victory. Oh wait, you thought I was referring to the World Series? Sorry… this is about new DC restaurants and the latest sneak peek offered to food fans at last Sunday’s New […]
Mama Chang: A Religious Experience
October 2, 2019 · by · 2 Comments
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Urbano 116: A Fight to the Finish
February 24, 2019 · by · Leave a Comment
Wrestling may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about inspirations for a Mexican restaurant in Old Town Alexandria. But the theme, referred to as Lucha Libre in Mexico, fits well at the new Urbano 116. The restaurant is edgy and raucous, and you’ll probably find yourself fighting over the […]
Del Mar: It’s All in the Name
December 7, 2017 · by · 2 Comments
I sometimes have a hard time recalling people’s names. It’s most likely an age thing, and it can be frustrating. When asked for a restaurant recommendation, however, I can usually spout off names without hesitation. The brain works in mysterious ways. The request I field most often is where to go for a celebratory dinner. […]
