U Street

Latin American-inspired Seven Reasons Opens Tuesday in the former Piola space on 14th

By Prince Of Petworth


2208 14th Street, NW

From a press release:

“Seven Reasons – a bold dining experience by lauded Chef Enrique Limardo – offering his creative take on Latin American-inspired cuisine opens on Tuesday, April 16 at 2208 14th Street, NW. The name is a fun nod to numerology, where the number seven symbolizes one who is searching for new experiences. With his debut Washington restaurant, Chef Limardo will offer an exceptional culinary experience while having fun with texture, flavor and plating. Designed in collaboration with Miami-based Valentina Story, the space is inspired by the diverse landscapes of South America. (more…)

Collard Greens Shortage Hits Florida Avenue Grill!!!

By Prince Of Petworth

This is not a drill. And it’s no joke – climate change is to blame:

“You can clearly seen the impacts of the 2018 wet weather pattern and the influence of Hurricanes Florence and Hurricane Michael, respectively. Many of the places in blue (very wet) on that map are places that grow collard greens. Flooding and field inundation in Texas and the southeastern United States reduced crop yields and forced farmers to harvest early. Collard greens are also grown in California, which experienced significant challenges from Santa Ana wind-driven fires. Growers report torn leaves and scarring.” (more…)

Mark It – This Year’s Funk Parade is May 11th!!!

By Prince Of Petworth

From the D.C. Department of Funk:

“Funk Parade season is upon us.  The official theme for the entire 2019 Festival is “Keepin’ The Funk Alive.”  The theme is a celebration of the restored vision and commitment of The MusicianShip to grow the festival into the future, building a bridge to connect our city’s youngest up-and-coming artists and musicians, to DC’s musical history, culture, and its most talented musicians.  Funk Parade 2019 is happening Saturday May 11th. The Festival starts at 1:00pm, the Parade kicks off at 5:00pm and the Night Music Festival begins at 7:00pm. (more…)

“UMBRELLA will be a three day pop-up with multiple galleries, art installations, and site-specific projects”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo Credit: Pierre Edwards/@DistrictDodger

Ed. Note: For those not familiar with what’s coming after – see here and here.

From an email:

“No Kings Collective, in partnership with Collection 14, presents UMBRELLA. Taking over an entire city block along the 14th St corridor, UMBRELLA will be a three day pop-up with multiple galleries, art installations, and site-specific projects. UMBRELLA will feature curation and art by Kelly Towles, Naturel, Maggie O’Neill, Monochrome Collective, Girlaaa, Mark Kelner, Fabiola R. Delgado, PAKKE, Rock Creek Social Club, District Dodger, and JAB.

UMBRELLA | April 12th – 14th

Opening Reception April 12th | 5p-12a

2114 14th st NW (between V and W St)

The show is free and open to the public, but you must RSVP.”

More from a press release: (more…)

“What’s going on with District Distilling?”

By Prince Of Petworth


1414-1418 U Street, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I had reservations for next weekend for a tour and tasting at District Distilling and last Monday got an email from Open Table that my reservation was cancelled and District Distilling is permanently closed. I have called them and no one picked up, but their website is still up and nothing has been updated anywhere else to say they are closed. Anyone have any idea what’s going on? Are they actually out of business?”

From OpenTable: (more…)

“robbed at knifepoint on 14th street (broad daylight on a Friday afternoon) near W”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

“Dear PoPville,

A friend of mine was robbed at knifepoint on 14th street (broad daylight on a Friday afternoon) near W street in the Bank of America ATM. Her phone was recovered near Georgia/FL Aves. The police have released this video:

MPD seeks the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in reference to an Armed Robbery (Knife) offense that occurred on 3/22/19 in the 2200 blk of 14th Street, NW. Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411″

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