There are restaurants where I dine once, enjoy the meal, and then happily check the box. I’ve been there, eaten that. Others capture my attention and leap to mind when I respond to the frequently asked question: “What restaurants do you like these days?” My newest response is Kyirisan in DC’s growing food mecca, Shaw. […]
Masseria: An Italian Oasis in DC
July 7, 2016 · by · Leave a Comment
Masseria captivates me the moment I step through the gate and into the courtyard. This beautifully appointed spot created by chef/owner Nick Stefanelli is designed to transport visitors to the coast of Italy, which is an admirable feat considering its location on a quiet street of warehouses behind Union Market in DC. And while rustic brick and […]
Osteria Morini: Again (and again)
May 11, 2016 · by · 4 Comments
I don’t actually tabulate the number of times I visit a restaurant, but if I did Osteria Morini is in the running for the number one spot. It has been quite some time since my initial post, so I’m putting my fingers on the keyboard once again to sum up why this Navy Yards Italian […]
Pineapple and Pearls: Fusing Fine Food and Fun
April 29, 2016 · by · 1 Comment
About halfway through our meal at Pineapple and Pearls I offer these words of wisdom to chef/owner Aaron Silverman to express how I feel about his new restaurant: “HOLY CRAP.” It’s hard to be articulate when your mind is in the midst of being blown. We are seated at the counter, only a few feet […]
Espita Mezcaleria: Holy Mole
April 15, 2016 · by · 1 Comment
DC restaurant-goers are scurrying around the city right now, trying to keep up with openings and pop-ups. It’s not an easy feat. It requires patience, fortitude, and often a tolerance for the highest level on the decibel meter. A visit to Espita Mezcaleria in Shaw is a test on all three counts. But the payoff […]
Clarity: I Can See Clearly Now
April 5, 2016 · by · 5 Comments
To many Montgomery County dwellers, traveling to Northern Virginia to dine is akin to visiting a different country. While a passport isn’t necessary, it does require pre-planning and a willingness to travel over the American Legion Bridge just for fun. It’s not something to be taken lightly. Since traveling for food is one of my favorite […]
