Petworth

Parody or For Real?

By Prince Of Petworth

Michelle Goldchain with this head shaking find from Reliable Tavern:

“Only in D.C. can you buy ice cubes for approximately $1 to $2 each.”

Jason remembers Jessica Sidman’s classic The Ice Is Right: Is Artisan Ice the Final Frontier for Craft Cocktails?:

“Not all ice, it turns out, is created equal. While the cubes in your freezer (and many bars and restaurants) are clouded with bubbles and cracks, the premium stuff is dense and clear, so it melts slower and won’t water down your drink as quickly. Hand-carving allows bartenders to create larger blocks that fit the glass, rather than lots of smaller cubes, which means less ice surface area and less dilution. “If you’re going to spend $10 to $15 for a cocktail and it’s on the rocks, you should have the best ice you possibly can,” Ambrose says.”

Nightmare Neighbor Reno “by unlicensed construction crew”

By Prince Of Petworth

Jenna shares this brutal photo from her home in Petworth:

“My property was damaged due to improper construction by unlicensed construction crew on property next door. Dangerous construction, collapsed patio & support column on my property, property encroachment, trespassing. What steps can I take to prevent further damage?”

311 replied to her, hopefully 311/DCRA addresses ASAP!

Pepperoni Chic coming to former Straw, Stick and Brick space on Georgia Ave!

By Prince Of Petworth

Finally some info and what’s coming to the former Straw, Stick and Brick space.

Patrick reports:

“5111 Georgia has a new sign up in the window, was driving by it this morning, looked like it said “Coming Soon, Pepperoni Chic,” I have seen a couple folks in there recently with what looked like a DCRA inspector too, and looks like they are pushing forward on it.”

I stopped by for some photos yesterday and this seems to have some potential:

“Iconic Pepperoni Roll of WV and Calabrese Pastas of Italy”

STAY TUNED.


5111 Georgia Avenue, NW

Soup Up Sign’s Up

By Prince Of Petworth


709 Kennedy St, NW via soup up’s Facebook

“Our new sign is officially up! We’re so excited!”

Soup Up is coming to the former Culture Coffee space on Kennedy Street.

Their website says:

“Soup Up is a specialty soup shop committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of natural and delicious soups. Our soups are low sodium, prepared with organic, locally grown, fresh vegetables, herbs and spices. Always made from scratch, each bowl nourishes the body and stimulates the senses. No additives, preservatives, dairy or oil is used ever. Vegan and gluten free soups are always available. Soupsters will experience the warmth of authentic homemade cooking with every enticing spoonful.”

Check out their menu here and STAY TUNED for an opening date.

The Goalposts Have Been Moved, Apparently

By Prince Of Petworth

Ed. Note: The above exchange was in reference to the following MPD release I passed on to a reader. I received a large number of inquiries about shots fired in Petworth Thursday night. MPD was a bit slow in releasing info on this incident but at least two arrests were made. Apologies it took so long to confirm the incident.

“On Thursday, February 1st, 2018, around 8:30 PM, MPD officers responded to the call for sounds of gunshots at New Hampshire Avenue and Decatur Street, NW. Officers located two victims that sustained non-life threatening gunshot wounds. During the investigation, the detectives charged 51 year-old Darren Butler of Northwest, Washington, DC with the illegal possession of a firearm. Additionally, the detectives obtained an arrest warrant for another suspect in the case. Today, MPD members arrested 26 year-old Corey Boyd of Northeast, Washington, DC, with ADW Gun pursuant to the arrest warrant obtained by the detectives.”

Today’s Rental “location is desired by most”

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 811 Quincy Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“$1395 Landmark Living on The Avenue

Welcome to New Quin Apartments, conveniently located in the lively Petworth neighborhood, just steps from the metro and shopping. Offering large studio, one, and two bedroom apartment homes with hardwood floors, upgraded designer kitchen, silver or stainless steel appliances and large windows, along with exceptional service. Are you looking for an apartment to rent in Washington, DC? Contact our friendly, professional office staff to schedule a tour today.

This spacious studio apartment home is available today and features: (more…)

7:30am “When the victim turned around to face the suspect, the suspect shot him twice striking him in both legs”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“At approximately 7:30 this morning an adult male victim was in the 4900 block of Georgia Ave. NW when he was approached from the rear by the suspect. The suspect said “Hey”. When the victim turned around to face the suspect, the suspect shot him twice striking him in both legs. The victim was transported to the hospital and treated for non-lifethreatening injuries. The lookout for the suspect is a black male in his 20’s, 5’10” tall, medium brown complected with a full beard last seen wearing black pants and a black jacket.

Anyone with information regarding this offense can reach MPD at (202)727-9099 or text to 50411″

“What is the Official North Boundary of Petworth?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

My neighbor and I have been in a heated (ok, casual) debate about the north boundary of Petworth. The Brightwood Park and Petworth wikipedia pages give conflicting information for the north border of Petworth.

Brightwood south border according to brightwood park wiki page:

Emerson Street NW to the south.

Petworth north border according to Petworth wiki page:

to the north by Hamilton Street NW

Do you have any official take on this so we can stop the madness?”

OK, OK, OK, here it goes – when I moved to Petworth in 2003 most folks I spoke to said that the north border of Petworth was firmly considered Kennedy Street though some people pushed it all the way to Missouri. From Kennedy Street to Missouri was considered Brightwood Park and north of Missouri was/is Brightwood proper. So, by order of the Prince of Petworth I officially declare the northern boundary of Petworth to be Kennedy Street, NW. Having said that, call it what you will – you people drive me crazy : ) As for the southern border…

13th and Allison 6:40pm “suspect pushed C1 on the ground, at which time about 10 other suspects appeared and began beating C1 all over his body”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD Thursday night:

“On today’s date at 1840 hours – Robbery Force & Violence – CCN: 18-013-992 @ 13th and Allison Streets, NW – C1 reported he was walking east in the 1300 block of Allison Street when he was approached by a male suspect wearing a mask. The suspect pushed C1 on the ground, at which time about 10 other suspects appeared and began beating C1 all over his body. The suspects then fled on foot in an unknown direction. – no weapons

C1 refused medical attention.

Taken from C1 during the assault was a IPhone and sneakers.

No usable look out provided at this time.”

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