courtesy DowntownDC BID

From a press release:

“The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) announced the return of the beloved DowntownDC Holiday Market, with an expanded and elevated experience, and new features for visitors of all ages.

The DowntownDC Holiday Market will once again transform F Street NW between 7th and 9th Streets NW into a vibrant winter village, open daily from November 21 through December 23, 2025. The market is free to the public and open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. Back and better than ever, (more…)



1221 Connecticut Ave, NW

“Lucky Bar
The most fun you’ll have at a bar in DC. Great Drinks, Great Bartenders, Great DJs… DC‘s ORIGINAL Soccer Bar Destination!”

As we get closer to the World Cup…

Thanks to Ian (and others) for sending the new Lucky Bar awning up on Connecticut: (more…)



1850 K Street, NW photo by Scott Suchman

Check out their: US Menu here (PDF)

From an email:

“Nuli, a first-of-its-kind, health-forward fast-casual restaurant spotlighting African superfoods and locally sourced produce, announces its official opening and start of full operations, after ending its successful soft opening period. The restaurant, founded by acclaimed Nigerian entrepreneur Ada Osakwe, will begin operating with newly expanded hours on Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, To celebrate their official opening, the first 100 guests to visit Nuli on Thursday, October 9th will receive a complimentary superfood cold-pressed juice with any purchase. (more…)



1100 15th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Isla, a luxe ode to island ingredients and flavors with a global vibe, and Goodlove, a stylish cocktail lounge rooted in good music and chic design, are set to open in Washington’s buzzing Midtown Center (1100 15th Street NW) this fall. Both Isla and Goodlove bring a distinct culinary and aesthetic point of view to downtown, with an emphasis on live-fire cooking, exquisite seasonal, soulful fare, and lush, transportive design at Isla, and perfectly executed cocktails and sexy, music-driven vibes at Goodlove. (more…)


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