Neighborhoods

Colada Shop Opens in Dupont Circle January 18 – Peek Inside

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Rey Lopez

From a press release:

“Daniella Senior and her team at Colada Shop are happy to announce the fifth reincarnation of the popular Cuban concept which will open Wednesday on January 18th at 1900 N St NW. In operation since 2016, Colada Shop is a casual café and eatery where guests come for the quality of offerings and the unmatched hospitality. The chain has captured the hearts of Washingtonians by blending together the cosmopolitan lifestyles with the Cuban traditions of starting and ending the day. (more…)

Insomnia Cookies Opening Two New Spots in Shaw and Penn Quarter

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Insomnia Cookies

From a press release:

“Insomnia Cookies, the beloved cult brand known for serving warm cookies, ice cream, and more sweets all day and late into the night, is set to open its newest stores in D.C.’s Shaw and Penn Quarter neighborhoods. With the Shaw location just down the street from Howard University and the Penn Quarter location conveniently nestled next to the Capitol One Arena, the two new bakeries help to solidify the brand’s mark on the city as the 4th and 5th Insomnia Cookies locations in D.C. (more…)

Little District Books Expands on Barracks Row

By Prince Of Petworth


737 8th Street, SE. photos courtesy of @rachelschrock.photography

From a press release:

“Little District Books, on Barrack’s Row in Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. opened in June 2022. A dream business for owner Patrick Kern, a 10-year resident of the greater Washington D.C. area.

The first six months showed us that the community was looking for a space like ours. The expansion has occurred earlier than planned. We were able to do a lot with our initial 300 sq. foot of retail, but there was also a lot we weren’t able to do. The new space will allow us to grow more with our book clubs, author events, and private events as well. (more…)

“Seconds later my purse that was on chair under my jacket fell to the floor and I had a bad feeling immediately.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

My husband and I were sitting at the bar [Friday] at 6:30 pm at Shaw’s Tavern having a drink when a man bumped into me and ordered a drink.

Seconds later my purse that was on chair under my jacket fell to the floor and I had a bad feeling immediately. I quickly picked up my purse and checked it to find that my wallet was missing. (more…)

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