Adams Morgan

Brunch Launching at Libertine this Weekend in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo courtesy of Libertine

From an email:

“What time is it – why, it’s brunch time, with Lauren, who brings her pastry passion to Libertine Restaurant this Saturday, September 28th, starting at 10 a.m.

Lauren Whitledge lands with Libertine as the executive chef after stints at DC Coast Restaurant, the Liaison Hotel’s Art and Soul Restaurant and Ps7′s Restaurant. Whitledge has shown a remarkable versatility since joining Libertine last spring. She left her fingerprints on the specialty-cocktail and draft-cocktail menus at Libertine. She also developed Libertine’s brunch menu, which includes the following:

· Hash-brown casserole: Cheesy hash browns with country ham and two fried eggs.
· Maple Bacon Rolls: Gooey cinnamon maple rolls laced and topped with bacon.
· Stuffed French toast: Brioche toast sandwiched with dried strawberries and cream cheese.
· Chocolate Chip Silver Dollar Pancakes: Five little chocolate chip buttermilk pancakes with maple syrup and crème fraiche.
· Buttermilk biscuits with eggs, ham and cheese.
· The pastries are made fresh daily, including blueberry muffins, pumpkin beignets, and chocolate chip cookies.
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Whitledge also will be in command of the savory items on the menu:
· The Bistro Burger
· Salad Lyonnaise
· Spicy cilantro wings
· Shrimp Andouille and grits

Check back with us as Lauren’s brunch menu grows and changes with the seasons.

Brunch commences every Saturday and Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

Libertine Restaurant
2435 18th Street NW”

AM Wine Shoppe Closing in Adams Morgan After All

By Prince Of Petworth

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2122 18th Street, NW

In late August a reader wrote in asking why the shelves were so bare at AM Wine Shoppe in Adams Morgan. At the time a spokeswoman told us:

“The Shoppe usually is slim in August since the owner and wine buyer vacation the last two weeks, which coincides with a dip in customer traffic due to August vacations. The Shoppe will be stocking the shelves this week in order to get back to “par.”

As suspected by a few readers, turns out things were not that simple. The AM Wine Shoppe is closing October 7th:

“A.M. Wine Shoppe, which opened at the corner of 18th Street and Wyoming Avenue in January 2010, will close Monday, October 7th. Unfortunately, the owners could not come to an agreement with the Shoppe’s landlord that would allow them to extend their lease.

The owners are excited about the future, however, and look forward to focusing their efforts on new projects in the area.

The owners also want to thank the Adams Morgan community for supporting the Shoppe from its inception- our success over the past years can only be attributed to our loyal patrons and friends. Again, new neighborhood projects are currently being planned.

Please stop by A.M. Wine Shoppe on Sunday, October 6th, the last day of business, to say farewell.”

Adams Morgan Anniversaries Continue – Happy 40th to the Farmers Market – Celebrate Sept. 28th

By Prince Of Petworth

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Photo by PoPville flickr user Faucetini

A big year for Adams Morgan anniversaries. First up was Millie and Al’s 50th, then Tryst’s 15th and now from a press release:

“The Adams Morgan Farmers Market is celebrating 40 consecutive years of sustainably grown produce with a special event on Saturday, September 28. From 10:00am – 1:00pm, on the corner of 18th and Columbia Rd NW, join the owners of the Licking Creek Bend Farm for music, food, and entertainment.

An HEIRLOOM APPLE TASTING will offer a rare opportunity to taste varieties like Wolf River, Orange Pippen, and Sheep Nose from 10 to 11 am. Ward 1 Councilmember Jim Graham and others will deliver remarks beginning at 11 am.

Michael Tabor owns and has represented The Licking Creek Bend Farm on the corner of 18th St. and Columbia Rd NW since 1972. “My philosophy has been, and still is, to bring healthy, affordable produce to all the neighborhoods in DC regardless of income level,” said Tabor.

Visiting the market on Saturday mornings has become a tradition for Washingtonians. “Our loyal customers have created a ‘village square’ atmosphere where neighbors come to shop for their week’s fruits and vegetables, chat about recipes, and see old friends,” said Tabor.

“With farmers markets as popular as they are now, it’s hard to imagine a time when they weren’t part of the community – but Adams Morgan was really at the forefront here in DC,” said Kristen Barden, Executive Director of the Adams Morgan Partnership Business Improvement District (BID).”

Happy 15th Anniversary to Tryst – Celebrate Sept. 15th – 30th with Throwback Specials

By Prince Of Petworth

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2459 18th Street, NW

From an email:

“Tryst Coffeehouse, Bar & Lounge, located in Adams Morgan, recognized its 15th anniversary on September 1st. From Sunday, September 15th through Monday, September 30th, Tryst will celebrate its 15 years in Adams Morgan by offering “15 Days of Tryst”.

Tryst is bringing back its 1998 opening house coffee price – $1.50 for an in-house cup for these 15 days. In addition, Tryst will offer guests an assortment of popular throwback dishes and cocktails that have been featured throughout the years including the Danielle Salad, made with fresh mesclun greens, tomato, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese drizzled served with a house-made pear vinaigrette and the Mary Sandwich, made with turkey breast, Tryst’s Avocado Spread, tomatoes, lettuce, and white cheddar served on a sourdough baguette. Both menu items, like many others, are named after longtime loyal customers. In addition, Tryst is bringing back one snack offered at opening, Swedish Fish served in a large martini glass.

Throughout the 15 Days of Tryst, guests may participate in an interactive timeline featured on the walls of the restaurant, adding on to photos, old menus, and guests’ stories about their life-changing events that occurred at Tryst.

When owner Constantine Stavropoulos, a Philadelphia native, moved to D.C. he sought to create a place where people go to connect with one another—a third place—away from home and the office. “The Greeks have tavernas, the French have cafes, and the Germans have their beer pubs. It’s…a place that kind of helps define you, the community.” 15 years later, Tryst is still just that to the Adams Morgan neighborhood, to the greater DC community, and even to first time DC visitors. Tryst has become DC’s community gathering place and helped establish DC as the east coast epicenter of specialty coffee. With its “No Corporate Coffee, No Matching Silverware” motto, Tryst welcomes you in to hang out drinking coffee, sipping on craft cocktails, snacking on a wide range of salads, sandwiches and small plates, viewing monthly changing art exhibits, and listening to live music.”

Smoothie King Closes in Adams Morgan, Japanese Restaurant Coming Soon

By Prince Of Petworth

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2438 18th Street, NW

Smoothie King opened up in the former Alberto’s pizza space at 2438 18th St, NW back in April 2012. They’ve now closed on 18th Street but are still open at 1621 Connecticut Ave, NW. Word on the street is that a new Japanese restaurant is taking over the space and will be specializing in Donburi:

“a Japanese “rice bowl dish” consisting of fish, meat, vegetables or other ingredients simmered together and served over rice.”

Updates when they get closer to opening.

Anyone Go To Adams Morgan Day on Sunday?

By Prince Of Petworth

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I got one report that there were some vendor arguments but when I stopped by things were running smoothly. And my overall experience was quite positive. I caught some good tunes and had a delicious samosa from Jyoti. There seemed to be a bit fewer folks than previous years (which was a good thing) and with the good weather and good music – I felt there was a very positive vibe. Anyone else stop by?

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The Reef Abruptly Closes for Good in Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

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2446 18th Street, NW

Despite just reopening last Thursday, The Reef will be closing for good. Thanks to a reader for sending word. From their Facebook page:

“To Our Community,

As many of you know, the last few weeks have been very challenging for the Reef. After much effort, and cooperation between the ownership, our amazing staff and community, and the ABRA, we were able to regain our license and reopened our doors. However, as a result of the recent events we can no longer operate.

It has been our honor to be a part of the Adams Morgan Community for almost 12 years. We know many of you consider The Reef home and we consider you all family.

While we can no longer call 2446 18th St. home, we know that the friendships that have been created between the hundreds of employees and thousands of customers we have had the privilege to serve will endure for a lifetime.

Please welcome whoever is fortunate enough to recreate this space as you welcomed us all those years ago.

And please like The Reef on Facebook if you would “like” to be a part of an ongoing community. Who knows what will be next for us, but as always, everybody will be invited!

To everyone we say, “Cheers Bro”, and Thank You.

The Reef”

Dear PoPville – What’s Going on with AM Wine Shoppe?

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Wonder if you know what is going on with AM Wine Shoppe on 18th and Wyoming? Their inventory of both wines and meats/cheeses has been dwindling in the past few months – I can’t help but think that they are preparing to close. They serve some really good sandwiches, but I’m wondering if the competition from De Vinos, Glens and others has finally got to them? When I asked an employee yesterday he just said they weren’t putting a lot of $ into merch right now since the summer has been quiet.”

A spokeswoman for the Wine Shoppe says this is normal and all is well:

“The Shoppe usually is slim in August since the owner and wine buyer vacation the last two weeks, which coincides with a dip in customer traffic due to August vacations. The Shoppe will be stocking the shelves this week in order to get back to “par.”

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