Restaurants

Italian Passover Seder at Fiola April 23rd-29th – Check Out the Menu

By Prince Of Petworth

Fiola
601 Pennsylvania Ave, NW

From an email:

“Chef Fabio Trabbochi’s Italian Passover Seder at Fiola from Saturday, April 23rd to Friday, April 29th.

The Seder celebrates Italy’s Jewish communities, particularly in the regions of Marche and Lazio (where he grew up), that were isolated from those in the rest of Europe. As a result, these communities developed a unique style of cooking, incorporating distinctly Italian culinary traditions. Chef Fabio will showcase these culinary customs in this Passover menu, with his own Fiola twist.

Dishes include Carciofi alla Giudia, which are fried baby artichokes with a salad of shaved raw artichokes, fresh herbs and squash blossoms; Acquerello Risotto, with lightly grilled Spanish branzino, roasted San Marzano tomatoes, and Sicilian Olio Verde; and Macedonia di Fragole for dessert, which are macerated strawberries served with Tuscan almond ricciarelli cookies. These almond cookies were a mainstay in medieval Middle Eastern cultures; when the Jewish people fled Spain, they brought their sweets with them. The cookies spread through the Italy via Sicily and Venice and evolved into these almond cookies made with almond paste, sugar, and beaten egg whites.

Please find the full menu: Fiola Italian Passover Seder 2016

Guests can make reservations online or via phone: (202) 628-2888″

Chef Mike Isabella Opening 2 New Spots, Kapnos at the Park and Catchfly Kitchen, at Nationals Park

By Prince Of Petworth

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From a press release:

“Washington, D.C. chef and restaurateur Mike Isabella is opening two new eateries at Nationals Park, home of the Washington Nationals, in Southeast Washington, D.C. this season. Kapnos at the Park will be a spin-off of his popular brand of Greek restaurants serving unique gyro sandwiches, while Catchfly Kitchen offers Nats fans Southern-style fried chicken and St. Louis-style ribs. The two concepts will be located side-by-side on the Gallery Level, behind Section 301. Isabella already operates a location of G at Nationals Park, his popular Italian sandwich shop, on the Main Concourse behind Section 136.

“Our location of G at Nationals Park has been such a blast that we jumped at the chance to open up new concepts at the ballpark,” said Chef Mike Isabella. “And it’s not just an opportunity to sell more food; the Nationals organization and their fans have a special relationship that translates to a lively and engaging game-day experience that we are proud to be a part of.”

Kapnos at the Park (more…)

“ABC Board Eliminates Georgetown Moratorium Zone Businesses can apply for restaurant liquor licenses in Georgetown beginning April 9.”

By Prince Of Petworth

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From a press release:

“The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board) announced this morning that it will eliminate restrictions on certain liquor licenses in Georgetown beginning April 9.

As a result, there will no longer be a limit on the number of liquor licenses that can be issued to restaurants and multipurpose facilities—such as theatres and galleries—in the neighborhood. Businesses can apply for the liquor licenses beginning April 9.

A limit remains in effect on the number of liquor licenses that can be issued to taverns and nightclubs in Georgetown (more…)

Get Free Coffee and Food from Pret a Manger While they Expand F Street Location

By Prince Of Petworth

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courtesy Pret a Manger

From a press release:

“Pret A Manger, the quick-serve restaurant and coffee shop known for preparing fresh, handmade food every day, will be expanding its space on 1155 F Street NW in Washington, DC. The shop will close for renovations on Monday, March 28th and will re-open in early May.

Street teams will be in front of the shop from Monday, March 28th until Friday, April 1st from 8:30am-9:30am 8am-9am and 12pm-1pm giving out free organic coffee, freshly baked croissants and cookies to over 7,000 Washingtonians. The team will be informing customers of the temporary closure and providing passersby with delicious treats.

The renovated space will be increased to span 3,281 square feet and feature twice the seating with new furniture and finishes.”

Fondue Fest Tomorrow at Via Umbria

By Prince Of Petworth

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1525 Wisconsin Ave, NW

This week is turning around!! More good cheese news from an email:

“On Wednesday, March 30th we’re hosting Melt, a fondue fest featuring traditional Swiss alpine fondue, Italian fonduta, American pub cheese, raclette, and fried Wisconsin cheese curds. The event will be curated by our in-house cheesemonger, and each cheese item will be paired with accompaniments and beer or wine.” (more…)

Philly’s Pizzeria Vetri opening at 14th and Florida in June

By Prince Of Petworth

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2221 14th Street, NW

From an email:

“Pizzeria Vetri D.C.
June 2016

Marc Vetri and his team are excited to open the 4th location of Pizzeria Vetri, dedicated to the fine art of authentic Italian pizza making, in Washington, D.C. this June. After successfully opening 2 locations in Vetri’s home base of Philadelphia, along with their latest location in Austin, Texas, Pizzeria Vetri D.C will feature an expansive selection of seasonal, wood-fired pies in a casual, comfortable setting. From the classic Margherita and rotating Pizza al Taglio, to cult favorites like the Rotolo, a crispy pinwheel of pizza dough filled with ricotta and mortadella topped with pistachio pesto, fresh salads and dolci offerings, all ingredients are made in house daily using only the finest ingredients. James Beard Award-winning Chef Marc Vetri and his team are excited to bring the latest iteration of Pizzeria Vetri to the nation’s capital this summer.”

Yard & Toast coming to Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

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1541-1543 7th Street, NW

The liquor license placard for Yard & Toast says:

“New C Restaurant with a Total Occupancy Load of 246 seats. Applicant requests to have an Entertainment Endorsement and a summer garden with seating for 66 patrons.”

They’ll be located right next to the new Passenger space (they gotta be getting close…) and Ivy & Coney (who practice and predicted this). Updates as they get closer to opening.

Side note: I’m thinking of opening a bar just called ampersand. Who’s with me?

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New Executive Chef named for the coming ANXO Cidery & Pintxos Bar

By Prince Of Petworth

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Alex Vallcorba, photo by Farrah Skeiky

From a press release:

“Chef Alex Vallcorba, who has been working with the ANXO team since its first pop-up back in July of 2015, has become ANXO’s Executive Chef.

Alex Vallcorba was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain and has been passionate about Basque culture since childhood. Vallcorba isn’t new to DC; he has cooked at Obelisk, Black Salt, 2 Amys, and served as Hank’s Oyster Bar’s Chef. In between kitchen jobs in DC, he lived and worked in Basque Country for six months, cooking at Assador Etxebarri: a Michelin-starred restaurant specializing in wood grilling. This experience reflects Vallcorba’s love of ingredient-driven, rustic cooking.

This change comes about as Chef Brad Walker departs from the ANXO team. From Chef Walker:

“I have come to the difficult decision to part ways with ANXO. I absolutely wish them the best of luck in their efforts and look forward to the opening.” (more…)

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