SW Waterfront

This Saturday is the 10th annual Cantina Cup Regatta

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“This Saturday is the 10th annual Cantina Cup Regatta.  It’s a fun day of on-the-water racing followed by the best afterparty on the East Coast.  The Cantina Cup regatta is DC Sail’s annual fundraiser that supports their youth scholarship fund that helps area kids get out on our local waterways.

DC Sail’s 65 foot schooner, American Spirit, will serve as the spectator boat for those who want to view the regatta action from the water.  It is sponsored by Corona and tickets include the option to attend the afterparty at Cantina Marina.”

“On Wednesday Cantina Marina is hosting “Love for Love City,” a fundraiser for St. John, USVI, the hardest hit US territory by Hurricane Irma.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Beau Finley

From an email:

“Cantina Marina is hosting “Love for Love City,” a fundraiser for St. John, USVI, the hardest hit US territory by Hurricane Irma. On Wednesday Sept. 20, 10 percent of all sales and $2 of every Painkiller (the official cocktail of the Virgin Islands) sold will go to the St. John Community Foundation, a charity set up in the wake of Hurricane Hugo in 1989.

The promotion is valid all day (11:30 to 10 pm), but an informal group of “Friends of St. John,” who’ve found each other on Facebook in the aftermath of Irma, are gathering between 4 and 9 to cry, laugh, reminisce and rally hope and funds for the future of St John. All are welcome!

So grab your friends, family and coworkers for lunch, happy hour or dinner at a restaurant whose Painkillers (yes, they are topped freshly grated nutmeg!), fish tacos and dockside location will have you in a St. John state of mind. Together we are #StJohnStrong!

Parking and transportation information here: http://www.cantinamarina.com/location.html

NOTE: the restaurant is going on hiatus in October so don’t miss this chance to show your appreciation for Cantina Marina too!**”

Today’s Rental is an “eco-friendly one-bedroom”

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: Obviously tons of stuff coming but $3275 for a 1 bed. Damn!!

This rental is located at 950 Maine Avenue, SW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$3275 / 1br – 985ft2 – Luxury Finishes in this Industrial 1 Bed/2 Bath Apt! Spacious & Modern

THE CHANNEL
1 bedroom 2 bath 985sq.ft

DESCRIPTION:
Ideally located at The Wharf, this eco-friendly one-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at The Channel offers premium finishes. (more…)

T-1 Month to The Wharf Kickoff Celebration – With Something of this Magnitude Obviously Kevin Bacon will be involved

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy The Wharf

From a press release:

“One month from opening, officials at Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW), the master developer of the $2.5 billion, world class, mixed-use waterfront neighborhood The Wharf, announces opening day headliner The Bacon Brothers and more than 50 bands and performers that will help the city celebrate The Wharf’s Kickoff Celebration which begins Thursday, October 12 and runs through late Spring 2018 (with the opening of the restored and expanded 200-year-old Municipal Fish Market). (more…)

Cantina Marina: “It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the end of Cantina as we know it.”

By Prince Of Petworth

First, there is no God.

Second, thanks to all who messaged us.

From Cantina Marina’s Facebook:

“It’s with a heavy heart that we announce the end of Cantina as we know it. Our last day of operation will be October 28, and then we’ll be gone until 2020-2021 with a new pier, a new coat of paint, and thankfully new bathrooms. It’s been a heck of a ride, and we’ll talk more about things later, but we hope to see you all soon.”

Friday Question of the Day – What’s the last concert you went to?

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Tim for sending: “They installed the Anthem sign facing the river at the Wharf.” Ed. Note: They open October 12th with a sold out Foo Fighters show. But just looking at the photo has me rather giddy and anticipating going to a show there. Also, I’m going to Sturgill Simpson at Merriweather on Friday – so let’s take it easy today and simply talk music – what’s the last concert you went to and where was it? For those who have future tickets – what’s the next one you’re going to and where is it?

Chef Kwame Onwuachi (of Shaw Bijou fame/infamy) opening Kith and Kin this October in SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth


Rendering courtesy Kith and Kin

From a press release:

“Chef Kwame Onwuachi and InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf today announced the upcoming opening of Kith and Kin, a 96-seat restaurant including a private dining room and bar located at 801 Wharf Street, SW, Washington D.C. The highly anticipated restaurant from Top Chef alumni and Culinary Institute of America Hyde Park graduate Onwuachi is scheduled to open at The Wharf in October 2017 and is slated to pay homage to cuisines inspired by Onwuachi’s diverse heritage paying tribute to his childhood, family meals and recipes, and extensive travels including a rich focus on Caribbean flavors, Creole cuisine, and African accents all merged with creative and modern touches that reflect Onwuachi’s culinary skills and background.


Photo by REY LOPEZ

The upscale casual restaurant will be situated in an elegant space located within the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf featuring 3,500 square feet including a spacious and light-soaked dining room with waterfront views and outdoor seating. Chef Onwuachi has also commissioned artist Emily Eisenhart to create a large custom mural in the main dining room of which will feature dozens of his favorite quotes from many of the chefs he has had the pleasure of working with/for, as well as chefs and industry professionals he looks up to. (more…)

Whiskey Charlie Rooftop Bar coming to SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth


rendering courtesy of The Wharf

From a press release:

“Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW), the master developer of the $2.5 billion, world-class mixed use waterfront neighborhood The Wharf, announces the October 2017 opening of its rooftop bar and lounge, Whiskey Charlie. Located along the Southwest Waterfront, Whiskey Charlie will sit atop the newly constructed Canopy by Hilton Washington DC | The Wharf hotel and boasts spectacular views of the Washington Channel, as well as DC’s iconic monument and memorials.

HMW and its hotel operator, Concord Hospitality Enterprises, engaged Endurance Management Group (EMG) to create a premium destination rooftop cocktail bar and lounge for hotel guests, residents, and visitors of The Wharf. Patrons will enjoy breathtaking waterfront views along with a curated menu of craft cocktails, lite bites, best-in-class service, and inviting atmosphere. The name is a nod to the proud maritime history and active waterfront location; “Whiskey Charlie” or “WC” is the call signal for boat captains entering the Washington Channel.

“Whiskey Charlie is intended to be both the ideal spot to start and end your evening on the waterfront,” said Mark Laport, Concord Hospitality’s President and CEO. “It enriches our vision to create irresistible spaces within vibrant communities, and we look forward to welcoming visitors and locals alike later this fall.”


rendering courtesy of The Wharf

Ten floors up, the 2,200-square-foot, elevated space features an outdoor rooftop terrace with seating coves, a firepit and large planters. The glass-enclosed interior lounge features reclaimed wood and porcelain and metallic tiles to create an intimate bar with incredible panoramic views from Rosslyn to National Harbor. The Wharf’s first rooftop bar and lounge, Whiskey Charlie, joins nearly 20 food establishments opening at The Wharf this fall including Del Mar by Fabio and Maria Trabocchi, Requin by Mike Isabella and Jennifer Carroll, Hank’s Oyster Bar by Jamie Leeds, and much more. (more…)

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