Thanks to Hillary for sending over the weekend from the Petworth Safeway:
“Found a rubber glove baked into a baguette”
grocery stores
Apologies to LL Cool J. Thanks to a reader for passing on:
“just in time for the holidays, the Columbia Heights Giant is running a Manager’s Special: “loose beers in plastic bags”. Santa is definitely bringing my husband a bag of Olde English.”
Thanks to Andrew for sending Sunday morning:
“The hottest club right now in DC? #traderjoes on 14th. There’s a line to get in!”
Looks like they’re on track for their late-2016 opening. The Apollo rising fast now on the 600 block of H Street, NE.
previously:
1924 8th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Glen’s Garden Market will open its second store on Saturday, December 5th in Shaw (1924 8th St NW) with a Grand Opening Party from 12PM-8PM. The all-local grocery store opened its first location in Dupont Circle on Earth Day, 2013. While a slightly smaller space, the Shaw location will provide nearly all of the same offerings as its sister store including groceries, fresh, local produce, a full-service deli and a craft beer and wine bar. The new space will also feature indoor and covered outdoor seating. (more…)
Well that’s awesome. Thanks to iCan for sending:
“just cop’d a fairly large turkey from Harris Teeter in SE for .10 cents… the other one was .67 cents.”
1525 Wisconsin Ave, NW
More about Via Umbria here:
“Our authentic Italian market is dedicated to the bounty of Umbria, the rustic region known as il cuore verde d’Italia, the green heart of Italy. We’ve been immersed in its rich culture for decades and our deep relationships with local artisans and purveyors give us rare access to products of exceptional quality and authenticity. Discover the finest Italian olive oils, Italian pasta, delicious chocolates, succulent sauces, handpainted ceramics, beautiful linens and much more. We invite you to explore the best of Italy’s unique cuisine and crafts today!”
Hours are currently “7 AM (coffee and pastries!) to 7 PM (pick up a pasta, sauce, and some kale after work for dinner). We are closed on Thanksgiving, but open ever other day.”
Photo courtesy Via Umbria
Stand by for a Grand Opening around December 5th.
loading the Piccolo Piaggio courtesy Via Umbria
1924 8th Street, NW
Glen’s Garden Market has also applied for a liquor license that says:
“New cafe will be a communal eating space. Market and café will sell locally made beer and wine for on and off premise consumption. Total Occupancy Load is 86. Sidewalk Café with 51 seats.”
With hours listed as Sunday through and Saturday 8 am – 10 pm.
T-26 days as they say.
looking north to Florida Ave
750 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Trader Joe’s Liquor License placard has been posted at the old Hine School development near Eastern Market. The hours of operation are listed as Sunday through Saturday 8am – 10pm.
From a press release:
“Jazz Up Your Shopping at Petworth Safeway Tonight!
Friday, October 9 from 5 until 7 pm
WHAT: The Petworth Safeway is excited to welcome multi-talented performer Aaron Myers, who will perform in the store’s café area,. Whether guests have time to stop and listen, or simply enjoy the music as they grocery shop, this is the part of an ongoing live jazz series at the store.
WHERE: Petworth Safeway
3830 Georgia Avenue, NW (at Randolph Street)
WHO: Aaron Myers is a Texas native and US Army veteran who began playing piano at the age of 3, and has spent most of his life to date playing, singing, directing and composing music. He released his newest album – The Lion’s Den – just last week.”