via ChiKo
The mouthwatering news from ChiKo:
“Mark your calendars for the week of March 14th and get ready for an incredible line-up of specials and events to fulfill your dumpling dreams! Take a look below to check out the featured specials and events.” (more…)
327 7th Street, SE photo by Kimberly Kong
Ed. Note: This space was previously home to Montmarte.
Check out the Newland Prefixe Menu here.
From a press release:
“On March 8, chef Andrew Markert will open the doors to Newland located at 327 7th Street SE for its soft opening. Named after the street in the Guilford neighborhood of Baltimore where Markert grew up, Newland is his most ambitious project to date, and represents the culmination of his journey in cooking thus far. The restaurant tells Markert’s story through technique-driven dishes with touches of nostalgia that showcase the elevated cuisine that is the focus of the current moment in his career. It joins Beuchert’s Saloon, his nearly nine-year old Capitol Hill restaurant located around the corner, and the upcoming nearby brick-and-mortar space for Fight Club, his pandemic-era sandwich pop-up, in his growing portfolio of Capitol Hill restaurants. (more…)
233 12th Street, SE
Thanks to Charles for sending:
“Just wanted to let you know that Motts Market, a beloved Capitol Hill “corner store” for at least 30 years (and possibly 100, no one remembers when it wasn’t there) will be closing Friday. (more…)
This rental is located at 658 11th Street NE near G Street NE. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,675 / 1br – 760ft2 – Great English Basement 1Bedroom, 1Bath Private Entrance (Capitol Hill/ Atlas) (more…)
photo by Nicky Sundt
From the United States Capitol Police:
“Below you will find the road closures for the State of the Union address on March 1, 2022. These are the same road closures the USCP has had in the past and are not related to the potential truck and vehicle convoys.
Beginning at 5:30 pm on March 1, the following streets will be closed to traffic: (more…)
Thanks to Matt for sending around 8:30am Saturday morning. Very likely related to preparation for the upcoming State of the Union Address (Tuesday, March 1, 2022) as well as a possible trucker convoy. (more…)
301 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
From a press release:
“The Mendelsohn family of Sunnyside Restaurant Group announce the reopening and new location of Santa Rosa Taqueria. Located on Capitol Hill at 301 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, blocks away from its original location, the Mexican restaurant will have a new look with menu favorites and additional items curated by Chef Brian Lacayo and Catherine Mendelsohn. Opening is expected in late winter, 2022. (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“The First District is investigating an attempted armed carjacking that occurred this evening (Wed.) at approximately 6:50pm in the 900 block of 4th St SE. The victim reported that while retrieving a dog from inside their vehicle, a suspect approached from behind and spun them around. The suspect showed a firearm and demanded the keys. (more…)
“Corner of 3rd & D St NE from the Library of Congress collection.”
Thanks to John for sending this awesome bit of history: “Junction Bakery & Buffalo-Bergen share the ground floor(s) of the gingerbread house site now. (more…)
AlertDC reported around 7:30pm “MPD reports the 1400 block of 18th Street NW is closed in all directions due to crash activity.” Thanks to Marco and Elizabeth for sharing last night. (more…)