Author: Prince Of Petworth

“Dupont Circle’s Hottest New Restaurant, Selva — Where Latin American Soul Meets Mediterranean Spirit”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Deb Lindsey

From an email:

“At Selva (1223 Connecticut Ave NW 2nd Floor), culinary storytelling is at the heart of each dish. A vibrant union of prolific nightclub owner and restaurateur Antonis Karagounis’ Mediterranean heritage and Chef Giovanni Orellana’s Latin American roots, this new hot restaurant’s menu and atmosphere celebrates the joy of sharing, exploration, and cultural connection. (more…)

Signs from Sunday’s Power Outage in Dupont Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Dave for sending: “Dupont Circle power outage. Basically all of the buildings/businesses west of Connecticut seem to be out, with some on the east side too. Traffic lights also out with vehicles/pedestrians unsure what to do.

A collection of handwritten closure signs – snapped these photos on my walk to the Sunday farmers’ market. Affected businesses include Sweetgreen, taïm, AT&T, Bibibop, Panera, CVS, La Tomate, Secondi, Dolcezza (on National Ice Cream day no less!).” (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Tim Brown

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Dupont Circle Power Outage, Again: “we lost power for another 7 hours on Saturday and we just lost power again this morning” Update: Restored.

By Prince Of Petworth


see outage map here

The Pepco outage map currently lists Active Outages as 23 with Total Customers Affected 377.

Update: 5pm: “[AlertDC] PEPCO reports the utility repairs are complete and power has been restored to the affected customers in the northwest area of the District of Columbia.”

Update: “[AlertDC] PEPCO reports a power outage in the northwest area of the District of Columbia, near Dupont Circle, affecting approximately 1,729 customers. The cause of the outage is under evaluation with an undetermined time for restoration. Customers with questions may contact PEPCO on 1-877-737-2662.”

Thanks to a reader for passing on from the Commissioners of Dupont ANC2B:

“We’re sorry many of you have been by power outages on and off since Thursday morning. ANC 2B has been in constant contact with PEPCO, Mayor Bowser’s office, and Councilmember Pinto’s office. We’ve heard from many people that they are not receiving communications from PEPCO or DC government on this matter, leaving you literally and figuratively in the dark.

Here’s what’s going on: (more…)

Mark it for Monday: “$5 RARE Belgian DRAFTS for Belgian Independence Day!” at the Sovereign

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Sovereign (1206 Wisconsin Ave, NW):

“$5 RARE Belgian DRAFTS for Belgian Independence Day!
Monday, July 21st
5:00pm – Close
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Join the Sovereign on Monday, July 21st, as we celebrate Belgian National Independence Day! We will feature 15 different delicious Belgian drafts, each selected from our very favorite producers, and each for $5 all night long!

This impressive collection of brewers includes Blaugies, De Glazen Toren, De La Senne, De Ranke, Kerkom, and Oud Beersel! Don’t miss your chance to experience these brews and cheers to Belgian independence!

There is no admission fee for this event. All featured beers will be available in full 13 oz. pours. The beer list is subject to change.

THE BELGIAN INDEPENDENCE $5 DRAFT LIST (more…)

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