Back in late September we broke the news that Taqueria Nacional had closed in Mount Pleasant but Burgers from the Purple Patch owner would be coming. The burgers cometh indeed.
Thanks to all who sent word about the new signage: (more…)
Restaurants
3410 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Ryan for sending the Fresh Baguette update: “Signage is up next to Orange Theory.” (more…)
From an email:
“Procrastinators rejoice! Get all your last minute holiday shopping done at the Tenleytown Winter Holiday Market on Wednesday, December 13 from 5-10 PM at the newly opened East West Cafe (4619 41st St NW). With 20 local artisans, you’ll find something unique for everyone on your list.
Come relax and enjoy East West Cafe’s delicious food and drinks, enjoy tunes from a live DJ starting at 6pm, and let your kids enjoy the Children’s Craft Corner and the movie Elf.
Vendors Include: (more…)
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1633 P Street, NW
From a press release:
“Alaskan born, New Jersey and Philly bred Chef, David Aaron Gravenmier has signed on as the new Executive Chef at DC Vegan, effective immediately.
Chef David brings over 10 years of vegan restaurant experience as the former Sous Chef at Philadelphia’s wildly popular Vedge restaurant and Executive Chef at DC based vegan fan favorite, Fancy Radish.
Chef David will be expanding on DC Vegan’s Italian-American ‘vegetable-forward’ menu offerings as well as rolling out a special NYE prix fixe menu featuring inventive dishes like Carrot Osso Bucco and House-made Gnocchi. (more…)
via Kevin Tien
From Chef Kevin Tien:
“Moon Rabbit says Goodbye to Bryant St
As the year comes to a close, Moon Rabbit will be closing at Bryant St Market this Friday December 15th. Once we close, we will be retiring every past dish you have come to love. So if you are needing the crawfish and noodles pasta or the Sichuan maple fried chicken, this is your last chance to get it.”
HOWEVER:
“Doki Doki Sushi Opens in Chevy Chase at The Heights Foodhall!
December 11th, Chef Kevin and his team are excited to announce the opening of Doki Doki Sushi (more…)
3054 Mount Pleasant Street, NW formerly Mount Pleasant Auto
Thanks to Nat (and eric) for sending: “The fencing is down around the forthcoming Two Amys spot [Ed. Note: Bar Del Monte in Mount Pleasant!!” (more…)
1025 H Street, NE via The Pursuit Wine Bar & Kitchen
Thanks to all who passed on the sad news from The Pursuit Wine Bar and Kitchen last night:
“A Fond Farewell: We are closing our doors on Dec 17th. Thank You to all that have supported us over the years.” (more…)
931 H Street, NW
From Seven Reasons:
“The most notable culinary offering from the new Seven Reasons will be their wait-list only tasting experience, aptly called “SURPRISE,” which takes inspiration from escape rooms. Chef Limardo promises a tasting experience like nothing guests have ever experienced and his most ambitious yet in one of Seven Reasons’s two new private dining rooms – diners might eat their dishes blindfolded or have to solve a puzzle before unlocking their utensils, for example. Reservations for this experience will be released on unannounced dates about a week in advance, and reservations are limited to the first fourteen guests that secure the spots. (more…)
photo by Mynor Ventura
From a press release:
“Award-winning lifestyle brand and creative agency VERSUS is set to launch a new transportive concept, Treehouse Rooftop Lounge (411 New York Ave, NE) on Friday, December 8. Perched five-stories above the Union Market Hotel that was once the Bolgiano Seed Company, Treehouse invites adults into an indoor/outdoor Tulum-inspired jungle sanctuary in the heart of DC’s Union Market District. “It’s poetic really, like nature reclaiming an industrial relic,” says hotel owner Brook Rose on the property’s transformation. “Like the original seeds from Bolgiano have blossomed into cascading foliage.” (more…)