Author: Prince Of Petworth

A New Whiskey Bar is opening inside DCity Smokehouse’s Anacostia location!

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“A whiskey bar launches within DCity Smokehouse, located on Marion Barry Ave SE. This establishment is part of a local chain celebrated for its award-winning selection of smoked meats, which includes brisket, ribs, pork belly, and their renowned wings. The new whiskey bar will feature a curated selection of bourbons, whiskeys, and ryes, carefully chosen to complement the flavors of their smoked meats.

Owner Melvin Hines expressed enthusiasm for the new addition to the brand, stating, “We are very excited to showcase our curated list of small-batched whiskeys, with suggested food pairings from our team. Our goal is to bring an elevated experience to your favorite neighborhood spot.”

The whiskey bar is set to open on Friday, April 18th, (more…)

Speaking of the Best, Quest for the Best: French Onion Soup – Also, is it legit for a couple to share a bowl of french onion soup? any soup?

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Mr.TinMD

“Dear PoPville,

After a shockingly and inexcusably bad French onion soup at Le Diplomate – (Tasty enough broth but full of mushy onions and a handful of wet bread, topped with a thick, impenetrable slab of plasticy cheese.) I’m looking for the real, delicious French onion soup. (more…)

“Line to get into the HHS building(s)”

By Prince Of Petworth

A reader reports just after 9am:

“At least 100 people in line to get into the cap hill HHS building this morning. Absolutely NUTS cannot imagine having to work under that environment.”

And another reader sends a photo from a different HHS satellite building with another long line: (more…)

Last Christmas Tree(s and a bonus wreath) in Town – Happy April!

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Stephanie for sharing this great shot of a last tree from the Wharf marina.

Last Christmas Tree in Town is brought to you by the friends of Mizuta Masahide. Should we be blessed with any, please send your MAY tree sightings to [email protected] and let me know where you saw it. Thanks!

And thanks to Susan for sending from Tenleytown: (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by angela n.

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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