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Wine tasting at Good Libations in Mt. Vernon Square today, 6-8pm

Published June 16, 2011 at 12:30PM

From a previous margarita tasting at Good Libations.

From an email:

2009 CONO SUR CHARDONNAY
This Chardonnay has a beautiful, young yellow color with golden hints. Exuberant and complex, this wine conveys refreshing citrus aromas, fruity notes of white peaches, along with mineral hints. In the mouth, complex fruity flavors mingle in with lovely mineral notes.

2010 CONO SUR SAUVIGNON BLANC
Straightforward punchbowl aromas greet you, and beyond that there’s melon to the nose while the flavors run toward familiar lemon and green apple.

2009 Quattro Mani Montelpulciano D’Abruzzo
Ruby red with purple hues. On the nose, it is fresh, with aromas of currant, strawberry and raspberry. On the palate the wine is fresh and fruity, well balanced and smooth.

2009 La Cartuja Priorat
A blend of Grenache and Mazuelo with a little Cabernet and Syrah from an organically farmed estate, a plush, concentrated wine with bright berry flavors

Good Libations is located at 1201 5th St NW.

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Seasonal Pantry Opens at 1314 ½ Ninth Street NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 15, 2011 at 4:30PM

From Seasonal Pantry’s Web site:

Seasonal Pantry’s product line is a tribute to roadside farm stands and old-fashioned markets. It’s a neighborhood store offering all sorts of house-made small-batch products, specialty foods, and local and imported goods. Think of us as a cross between an old-world butcher, an Italian pasta shop, and a family grocery.

I stopped in last weekend and they are off to great start. They’ll be getting lots more options soon. I’m also eager to check out their sister sandwich shop, SUNdeVICH, when it opens in a few weeks as well.

More photos after the jump. (more…)

Judging Bars/Restaurants – Old Dominion Brew House

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 14, 2011 at 12:00PM

Old Dominion Brew House is located at 1219 9th Street, NW in the Convention Center retail space. You can see their menu here. Any fans?

Former Horse’s Ass Award Nominee Turning into Condos at 1107 11th St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published June 13, 2011 at 4:00PM

Back in Nov. ’10 a reader nominated this building next to the Morrison-Clark Inn for a horse’s ass award. I just noticed some permits, new fencing and a dumpster out front. Looks it’ll be condos:

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Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 31, 2011 at 3:00PM

This rental is located at First Street NW at New York Avenue NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“1 bedroom located in a 4 unit building. This unit has bamboo floors, a washer/dryer, a new central air system. The place is 7 blocks to Georgetown Law school. 3 blocks to the New York Avenue (red line) metro, 4 blocks to the convention center (yellow & Green line ) metros. It is also 10 blocks from capital hill. Parking is not a problem and the place is pet friendly. It is the second floor of the building. A dog friendly park is located across the street. Available immediately.”

$1400 sound right for this 1 bedroom?

Re-Judging New Buildings – 600 Block of M St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 27, 2011 at 4:00PM

“Dear PoP,

Looks like someone got new windows! What is this building? Its beautiful.”

We took an early look at this building a couple of weeks ago and learned that:

“It’s all residential, developed by the United House of Prayer.”

Do you like the multicolored panels?

Great Marching Band on Wed. Night in Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 27, 2011 at 1:30PM

“Dear PoP,

Did anyone else talk about this awesome marching band that was roaming the streets around 7pm Wednesday night? I saw them on 9th st by the convention center, and they were headed toward Chinatown.”

Awesome! Anyone know who more about them?

Good Deal or Not? CARRIAGE HOUSE AT REAR OF LOT BACKS TO BLAGDEN ALLEY (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 19, 2011 at 1:00PM | Updated January 3, 2019 at 2:08PM

This home is located at 1225 10th St, NW:

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The flier says:

“UNIQUE PROPERTY & OPPORTUNITY FOR SMART INVESTOR IN “HAPPENING”NEIGHBORHOOD. CARRIAGE HOUSE AT REAR OF LOT BACKS TO BLAGDEN ALLEY. DC ZONING MAP SHOWS REAR PROPERTY ZONED C2A, TAX RECORDS SHOW LOT & SQUARE AS R4. FIRST FLOOR OF CARRIAGE HOUSE 10’+ CEILING HEIGHT USED AS STUDIO, UPSTAIRS IS TRUE LOFT W/ SKYLIGHTS. LIKELY COULD HAVE 2 UNIT CONDO FRONTING ON 10TH, BUT NOT GUARANTEED.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

$850,000 sound right for this carriage house?

The 5pm Post – The Washington Glass School—The First Ten Years

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 18, 2011 at 5:00PM

From an email:

Washington’s Long View Gallery presents “Artists of The Washington Glass School—The First Ten Years” showcasing ten years of integrating glass into the contemporary art dialogue. While it recognizes the past and present, The First Ten Years is intended to instigate—and celebrate—the new directions contemporary glass is exploring through various artistic metaphors.

The Washington Glass School—The First Ten Years
Long View Gallery
Opening Reception: Thursday, May 19, 6.30–8.30pm
Exhibition Dates: May 19–June 19, 2011
Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11am–6pm,
Sunday 12–5pm, and by Appointment
1234 Ninth St NW

Judging New Buildings – 600 Block of M St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

Published May 17, 2011 at 4:00PM

Might be a bit too early for a proper judging but I thought I’d check to see what you guys think so far? This is right near the Mt. Vernon Sq. metro station. At this point – thumbs up, down, neutral or too early to tell?