This is one of the coolest most unusual houses I’ve come across. I think I may have featured the door before because it definitely looks familiar. But the whole house is amazing. I particularly like the windows. And of course there are some sweet porch sculptures as well. It’s located on 28th Street near P St, NW in Georgetown.
We’ve judged Locolat Cafe, located at 18th and Florida Ave, in the past.
I thought it was interesting that they’ve applied for an alcohol license. The application says that they’ll have:
“Sandwiches, savory waffles, quiches, desserts, chocolates and brunch.”
Sounds like you’ll soon be able to get some mimosas and bloody marys with brunch. I definitely support that. Incidentally what’s a Belgian coffee?
I found this on 18th Street in Adams Morgan. Fantastic sign!
I think it might be time to redesignate the home being renovated at Upshur and New Hampshire, formerly known as the Petworth Eyesore. While you can see it still has a ways to go, it seems the new owners are putting a ton of work into it. I definitely think removing the siding and putting up brick is a huge improvement. If they brick it up all the way around do you think we should remove the tag of eyesore from this property?
I thought this photo by hellomarkers! was spot on in capturing a common summer scene in one section of the city.
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This condo is located at 1718 Corcoran Street, NW:
The flier says:
“STUNNING! NEW PRICE & PRIME LOCATION. IN THE HEART OF DUPONT!! RENOVATED CONDO AT THE HISTORIC ANALOSTON FEATURING 1BR, 1BA, HDWD. FLRS. , EXPOSED BRICK, GRANITE, MAPLE CABINETRY, LOW FEE INCL. ALL UTILITIES, GOOD CLOSET SPACE, PET FRIENDLY! LOCATED ON DUPONT’S PRETTIEST STREET. NEXT TO METRO, 17TH ST. RESTAURANTS/BARS, WHOLE FOODS!”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
It looks like this is a groundfloor/garden condo. Do you think that’s why it’s been on the market so long? Is 123 days considered a long time in this market? What do you think of the condo itself? Does the new price of $329,000 sound reasonable?
Surfside is located at 2444 Wisconsin Ave, NW. Its Web site says:
“Surfside is all about laid-back, simple preparations with grilled steak, fish, shrimp and chicken with a wide array of fresh vegetables served on a colorfull plate in a bright open space. Perfect for a quick bite or a gathering with friends – great for families and kids. Discover our rooftop deck and the authentic bold flavors of our fresh made salsas, moles, curries and the best guacamole in town. Enjoy a frozen margarita, tropical blender drink or sangria with your meal or choose from an eclectic mix of international beers and wines.”
You can see their menu here. It is amazing to me how many new restaurants have come to Glover Park in the last 5 years. This stretch is of Wisconsin Ave. really has a nice vibe going on now. So any fans of Surfside? It was pretty crowded when I walked by…
Ojo Latino is a series by Néstor Sánchez Cordero.
Hello Cupcake, located at 1351 Connecticut Avenue, NW, is celebrating its one year birthday and giving away free cupcakes today starting at 10am.
And from a reader:
“As you might know, Washingtonian.com is holding a “pizza pool” NCAA-style bracket for readers’ favorite pizza places in the region.
As it turns out, on day 1 of Round 2, two Columbia Heights businesses are up against two NoVa businesses: Pete’s is up against Cafe Pizzaiola (Alexandria and Crystal City), and RedRocks is up against Piola (Rosslyn).
Voting ends at noon, at which time Petworth’s own Moroni & Brother’s takes the batter’s box, against Logan Circle high-end restaurant Posto, since Moroni won in the first round against PieTanza.”
“Dear PoP,
I happened to see a guy with a gun on my block and called the police. I identified the guy for the police from a safe distance after the police arrived. He dumped the gun, but I was able to tell the police where to find it.
My problem: I’m concerned that he or his friends my seek retribution (they know where my apartment is), even though he’s from another side of town. The case now hinges on my testifying that I saw him with the gun, and I have been subpoenaed to testify in front of a Grand Jury. The guy has a criminal record that includes some felony drug dealing, gun charges, etc.
While I know there are two schools of thought:
1. Save your own skin and get amnesia,
or
2. Testifying will prevent future crime and the chances are low anything will happen you.
What does the PoP community think? Have any of you had to testify? Anyone have any experience with kind of stuff pro or con? What should I do and why?
Thanks PoP and the PoP community!”
This is a truly challenging question. I’m sure many folks will have an initial reaction saying Testify!!! I mean that was my initial reaction when I received this email. The thing is, it is very easy to be cavalier when one is giving advice from the sidelines. I had the unfortunate experience of seeing someone shot before my eyes a few years ago. At that time, an “enforcer” was sent to keep tabs on those talking to the police. A neighbor, who I admire and consider a friend, warned me not to be seen talking to the cops. For me it was easy because I didn’t get a good look at the shooter. So I really had nothing to add. What if I had a clear look at him and he and his crew had a clear look at me? What would I have done? I don’t know. I’d like to think I’d have testified. But I feel it’s a little like war, you have no idea how you’d react unless you actually are in the situation.
I’ve received tons of emails related to crime around DC. Many of them I am not able to publish due to requests from readers or because there is an ongoing investigation. But many of these emails rip my heart out. And I’d like to think that given the opportunity I’d contribute in a positive way to put a criminal away. I say I’d like to think that because I have no idea how I’d react. It’s a bit easier for me as I don’t have a wife or kids. After reading so many personal emails about crime I’ve become a bit of a fatalist. What will be, will be, right? Of course I try to be smart but I know there are certain situations in which shit simply happens and there is nothing you can do about it.
But I guess this is an opportunity to prevent something from happening in the future. I think most would agree that one doesn’t have a gun unless they are willing to use it. As such I’d like to think you will testify. But obviously this is a decision that you have to make on your own. I do hope you testify but I certainly won’t put an exclamation point at the end. Best of luck to you in this truly difficult decision.