From an email:
“Next week kicks off Jaleo’s Gin & Tonic Festival, which runs from April 17-30. An ode to one of Jose Andres’ favorite cocktails, Jaleo is excited to celebrate the fascinating history of the drink which has united cultures and continents all over the world.
The following Gin & Tonic variations will be available throughout the festival: (more…)
1331 F Street, NW via Bensons Jewelers
“Dear PoPville,
Just FYI – another business closing downtown after 83 YEARS!!
Benson’s jewelers – spoke to the owner – last day is next Tuesday – closing because nobody comes downtown anymore – his words.”
From Bensons:
“Bensons will be closing as of February 24th.
Thank you for your past patronage.” (more…)
11th and E Street, NW formerly a Peet’s Coffee and Tea
Thanks to Noa and for sending Lindsay for sending: “Compass Coffee‘s new location on 11th street was open when I walked by today!”
Hours and a peek inside: (more…)
This rental is located at 916 G St NE. The Craigslist ad says: (more…)
inside 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. Photos courtesy Jose Andres Group
From a press release:
“Jose Andres Group is proud to introduce The Bazaar by Jose Andres in the historic Old Post Office building in Washington, D.C., relaunched in 2022 by CGI Merchant Group, in partnership with Hilton under the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand. The opening of The Bazaar at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC signals the culmination of a 30-year journey for Chef Andres, who has dreamed of opening a restaurant in the historic building since he arrived in Washington, DC in 1993. (more…)
11th and E Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Peet’s left the space a while ago, but have seen some activity inside over the last few weeks (painting, etc). (more…)
405 8th Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just wondering if anyone knows what’s planned for the old Cafe Atlantico (and then MRKT) [Ed. Note: Don’t forget Azur] spot at 405 8th St NW? Looks nice – and we could definitely use some additional foot traffic at that end of the street. Googled The Clayton and nothing pops up.” (more…)
11th and E Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
As a huge fan of E Street Cinema, I was so happy that they made it through Covid. I am now THRILLED that their online booking system supports seat reservations. Choose your seat and have no fear getting to the theater right at the last minute! Sit exactly where you want to sit! It’s wonderful stuff. Support this DC gem.”
529 14th Street, NW on F Street
“Dear PoPville,
Marshalls closed the location in the National Press building closed yesterday. I was surprised since it seemed fully stocked right before the holidays.”
Marshalls opened here in the former Filene’s Basement space back in 2013. (more…)
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…)