This past weekend I heard Cork Market was going to open today at 1805 14th Street, NW. And it’s true, they’re open and the space looks great:
While there is tons of wine they also have sandwiches, salads, cheese and more:
In the next week or so you’ll be able to find out more info including upcoming cooking classes on their Web site here.
More photos after the jump. (more…)
Folks have been anticipating this spot since May. Cork Market is located at 1805 14th Street, NW just north of S. I spoke to one of the workers who said they hoped to open Friday and have even begun a little cooking (carryout sandwiches and salads will be available though much of the store will be devoted to wine).
This home is located at 1522 Kingman Street, NW:
The flier says:
“Three level Victorian row house in the heart of Logan Circle with 3 BR, 2.5 baths, parking and garden. This home has a renovated kitchen w/ cherry cabinets, stainless, granite counters, hardwood floors throughout, 3 FP, original pocket doors, high ceilings, fantastic location.”
More info found here and a virtual tour found here.
I know this is nearly house porn but the first few houses I wanted to post didn’t have any photos listed. And man are the photos of this house pretty sweet. What do you think of the home itself? Does $995,000 sound realistic?
For the curious here’s a great house that I wanted to show but didn’t have any interior photos in the listing:
It is located at 1222 Girard Street, NW in Columbia Heights and is going for $685,000.
AFP: Can 1300 Christmas trees save a store?
“With the holiday shopping season set to kick off this week, many of the small businesses that create about 65% of all new jobs in the US are struggling to keep their doors open. One garden shop in Washington, D.C. filed for bankruptcy last month when its credit ran out. Now, like many stores, it’s hoping for a boost from Christmas sales to stay alive.”
Thanks to a reader for sending.
I missed this last year but since Logan Circle has some of my favorite houses, I think I gotta get to this one. So in case you do as well, I thought I’d post a bit in advance. The tour is Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 1-5pm. You can buy tickets in advance for $20 on their Web site here. And here’s a list of the properties on the tour:
1814 11th Street, NW
1405 12th Street, NW (former Louise Hand Laundry)
1320 13th Street, NW (The Icon)
1818 13th Street, NW
1333 14th Street, NW (Fathom Creative studios and residence)
1530 14th Street, NW (Gallery Plan B, Rippeteau Architects, and residences)
1515 15th Street, NW (The Metropole)
1310 Q Street, NW (Shipman House)
1331 Vermont Avenue, NW
1800 Vermont Avenue, NW
Anyone go last year?
Back in October we learned that two crepes spots were coming to 14th Street. Make it one. On Saturday I noticed a sign went up saying that the space at 14th and S, formerly Garden District, is for lease. This is where crepes on the corner was supposed to be. I hope Point Chaud to be located at 1736 14th Street, NW still comes. I really think crepes will work in this location, though one spot is probably sufficient.
A commenter writes from yesterday’s post showing before and after pictures from 14th Street:
“The Solea “Before” picture is almost identical to a building under renovation on 14th between N and Rhode Island. It’s going to be a Subway sandwich shop.”
I was wondering what that spot was going to become as last weekend when I walked by it looked very close to being finished. I’ll go by this weekend and try to confirm whether or not a Subway sandwich shop is going in.
And while the commercials say Subway is a healthy choice I thought I could combine this FQoTD from a reader:
“Aside from going to the typical weights and cardio gyms, can people recommend alternative places to go for staying in shape? Organized soccer leagues? Gymnastics? Dance studios? Running groups? I’ve seen that group of people at Meridian Hill Park who do what looks to be some sort of couples acrobatics – even stuff like that. What alternative programs are out there for staying in shape?”
I know ultimate frisbee kicked my ass. I’m sticking with walking all over town taking pictures… Anyone have good alternatives for staying in shape besides going to the gym?
Thanks to IMGoph for the heads up. About a month ago Garden District moved to a new location across the street from its former location to 1740 14th St., NW. Well, 14th & You is reporting:
“Last week, the Garden District–the 14th Street nursery and plant lover’s paradise–filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leaving it’s future on 14th Street cloudy.”
They say the spot will remain open (including selling Christmas Trees) through December but it is unclear what will happen after that. Yikes!
You may recall this home from a previous caption contest because it was all run down with the same “luxury home” sign out front. It’s now worthy of the title luxury home!
This building is located on S St., NW right next to the old Garden District and soon to be Crepes on the Corner, just east of 14th Street. It seems like the renovations have been going on for some time and is finally wrapping up. It looks great from the outside. I’ll be sure to keep a close eye on this one to see what goes in.