We park our car on 8th Street SE a few doors down from Rose’s Luxury, and stroll down the street to dinner. My heart pounds wildly. My senses are primed for a great dinner. But we stroll past the crowded restaurant and head to another Barracks Row spot that’s getting positive reviews… The Garrison. It’s crowded here […]
Centrolina: Keeping it Real
September 22, 2015 · by · 2 Comments
Every time I stumble upon the City Center development in the heart of DC, I feel a sudden jolt. The area doesn’t fuse seamlessly into the rest of the city. Instead it stands apart – with its bright and shiny facade. On the other hand Centrolina, the Italian restaurant nestled between the upscale shops and pedestrian […]
Oval Room: A Quiet Elegance
August 30, 2015 · by · Leave a Comment
Fine dining is a luxury often reserved for special occasions. But now and again, it’s a a worthwhile indulgence to visit a white tablecloth restaurant. Dinner at The Oval Room in DC provides an opportunity to enjoy a level of cooking that is top notch. Nearly as exciting is the pleasure of conversing with dining companions […]
SER: Simple, Easy, REALLY Good
August 1, 2015 · by · 2 Comments
How can I best sum up my feelings about SER, the new Ballston restaurant featuring Basque cuisine? It’s simple, easy, and real. Which is a good thing, since that’s the meaning behind the moniker. The cuisine at SER is based on authentic family recipes from Executive Chef/co-owner Josu Zubikarai. The food isn’t fancy, but the ingredients and […]
Marcel’s: A Dining Experience That’s Meant to Be
April 6, 2015 · by · 2 Comments
Anniversaries and birthdays are always my justification for a food splurge. The only challenge is coming up with which high-end restaurant I’m ready to check off my list. I’m thinking about Marcel’s for our 32nd wedding anniversary, but haven’t yet mentioned it to my husband. When out of the blue he says “how about Marcel’s […]
Thip Khao: A Sizzler in Columbia Heights
February 26, 2015 · by · Leave a Comment
There are a plethora of new restaurants in DC. One of the hottest newbies- in more ways than one- is Thip Khao. Thip Khao, serving up Laotian food in Columbia Heights, is my restaurant of choice for Valentine’s Day dinner. A romantic dinner for two on Valentine’s Day is traditional. But we’re more about taking […]
