SW Waterfront

Potomac Distilling Company and its three-story Polynesian-style Tiki bar now open on the Wharf

By Prince Of Petworth


1130 Maine Avenue, SW courtesy Potomac Distilling Company

From a press release:

“On December 10, 2018, Todd Thrasher, the lauded wine and spirits devotee and multi-year James Beard Award finalist, has just opened the doors to his own highly anticipated Potomac Distilling Company on DC’s buzzing District Wharf. Nearly two years in the making, the project is Thrasher’s first venture into spirits production and an exciting transition from a storied career as one of the Beltway’s most celebrated barman. Potomac Distilling Compan houses a three-story Polynesian-style Tiki bar, Tiki TNT, which draws inspiration from countless rum-sodden scuba diving adventures throughout the South Pacific and West Indies during Thrasher’s time as a dive master. The complex houses the urban rum distillery, which will produce four varieties of Thrasher’s Rum – White, Gold, Spiced, and Green Spiced, a one-of-a-kind botanical blend made to impart flavors of gin with herbs grown on the distillery’s rooftop garden. (more…)

“Thanksgiving Dinner for Arthur Capper Residents and Family to be Held at The Anthem at The Wharf”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Joe Flood

From a press release:

“On Thanksgiving Day, Arthur Capper residents and their families will gather for a traditional dinner hosted by Edgewood Management, the management company for the Arthur Capper Senior Building, and the building’s owners, Urban Atlantic and Forest City, as well as the Community Services Foundation, Hoffman-Madison Waterfront, Kaliwa, PN Hoffman, and The Anthem.

The Arthur Capper Thanksgiving Day event will be held at The Anthem at The Wharf, with the meal prepared by Cathal Armstrong, chef and owner of Kaliwa.

The event will run from 1:00PM-3:30PM on Thursday, November 22nd (Thanksgiving Day).”

“The new pilot locations will be exclusively used for pick-up/drop-off and commercial loading 24 hours a day”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville Flickr user brunofish

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Bowser’s Department of Transportation (DDOT) today announced five new pick-up/drop-off pilot locations following the successful Connecticut Avenue Pick-up/Drop-off Zone Night Life Pilot. Following a 30-day notice and comment period, the Administration will launch the new 24-hour passenger and commercial loading zones in high-demand areas.

“Our goal with the expansion of this pilot is to reduce conflicts between vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists,” said Mayor Bowser. “By rethinking how we move people and goods between the street and the sidewalk, we can better adapt to a changing transportation landscape and find new ways to work together to meet our Vision Zero goals.”

The new pilot locations will be exclusively used for pick-up/drop-off and commercial loading 24 hours a day. (more…)

“3,500-square foot space will feature an innovative open concept, including a spacious terrace with breathtaking views of The Wharf”

By Prince Of Petworth


Gerber Group’s The Campbell in NYC. Photo credit: Gerber Group

From a press release:

“Gerber Group, the hospitality industry leader behind favorites like NYC’s Mr. Purple, and The Campbell and Atlanta haunt Whiskey Blue, is set to make a splash in the nation’s capital next Spring.

Gerber’s newest concept is scheduled to open at The Wharf in early 2019 atop the Intercontinental Hotel, bringing the group’s signature elevated nightlife experience to Washington for the first time. (more…)

“Officina, D.C.’s Italian Culinary Wonderland, Now Open” at the Wharf

By Prince Of Petworth


1120 Maine Ave, SW

From a press release:

“Nicholas Stefanelli Opens Officina, an Italian Culinary Mecca at The Wharf, D.C.’s Newest Neighborhood

Featuring a curated marketplace, trattoria, year-round rooftop, and D.C.’s only Amaro Library

Nicholas Stefanelli, chef and owner of D.C.’s Michelin-starred Masseria, opens Officina at The Wharf, joining a group of D.C.’s most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs and artisans. Inspired by the marketplaces of Italy and located in the heart of the city’s newest neighborhood, Officina, which translates to “workshop,” is a three-story complex that provides Washingtonians with a one-of-a-kind culinary experience. The realization of Stefanelli’s career-long dream to bring the very best of Italian gastronomy together under one roof, Officina will do just that–with its highly curated marketplace, traditional trattoria, unique Amaro library and unmatched rooftop vistas. (more…)

Today’s Rental is a “Nicely updated 3 level, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 3rd and G Street, SW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$3200 / 2br – 1344ft2 – Updated End-Unit Townhome located in SW DC Waterfront Neighborhood

Nicely updated 3 level, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath townhome will be available for move in October 1, 2018.

Home features 3 finished levels with fenced in rear deck *Located on the main level of the home is an updated kitchen with stainless appliances, ceramic tile floors, and breakfast bar. (more…)

The World’s Largest Viking Ship is coming to the Wharf Next Friday “with a display of Viking valor and excitement”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo courtesy Draken

From a press release:

“The Hoffman-Madison Waterfront, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, and the Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce Mid-Atlantic Chapter will host Norwegian Viking ship, Draken Harald Harfagre (Draken) at The Wharf’s Transit Pier from Friday, October 5 to Monday, October 15.

As part of the festivities, the Royal Norwegian Embassy will host a ceremony to welcome the arrival of the Norwegian Viking ship, Draken Harald Harfagre (Draken). In partnership with Norway’s Embassy Adoption Program, students from MacFarland Middle School and Roosevelt High School, guests and speakers will gather on Transit Pier to greet the Draken as it sails into port with a display of Viking valor and excitement. (more…)

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