Restaurants


660 North Capitol Street, NW

From a press release:

“Peruvian Brothers, the Washington, D.C.-based fast-casual concept founded by brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone, is set to open its third
brick-and-mortar location at 660 North Capitol Street NW. The new restaurant, opening to the public on Monday, April 20, marks a significant milestone for the immigrant-founded brand and its continued growth across the DMV region. Opening day will feature a full day of programming celebrating Peruvian culture, free alfajores, and complimentary bottles of the popular Peruvian Brothers Rocoto Hot Sauce for the first 100 customers. (more…)


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4327 8th St NW
4327 8th St NW

A detached Petworth home with a wraparound porch — and its own garage and driveway: 4327 8th St NW

  • Detached corner lot in Petworth

  • Slate-floored wraparound porch

  • Detached garage and private driveway

  • Rebuilt in 2013

  • Five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 9BR/9.5BA Victorian compound in Dupont Circle, pairing a four-level renovated residence with a private elevator and custom millwork with a fully renovated, income-producing three-unit building next door—all for $7M.

  • “Modern 3-level penthouse loft with monument views from a private rooftop terrace in a prime DC location! This bright and open penthouse unit features 1,800 sq ft of living space and over 800 sq ft of private outdoor space with two balconies and an amazing rooftop terrace with a hot tub, outdoor shower, and stunning monument views.”

  • “Newly refreshed and remarkably versatile, this Dupont Circle compound offers a unique combination of an updated main residence, a legal 1BR/1BA lower-level unit, and a detached carriage house with private garage parking—creating endless possibilities for guests, an au pair, multigenerational living, home offices, private retreats, or income-producing space.”

  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “spacious Petworth rowhome offering multiple levels of living space and a flexible floor plan” whose “finished English basement provides additional living space with one bedroom/bonus rooms, a full bathroom, and a wet bar.”


Marshall Heights


4401-4435 Benning Road, NE

From a press release:

“The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer, builder, and manager of multifamily housing, in partnership with Marshall Heights Community Development Organization (MHCDO) Inc., today announced the financial closing and groundbreaking of The Waymark, a 109-unit, mixed-income community in Washington, D.C.’s Ward 7. The new affordable housing development will be reserved for families and individuals earning up to 30%, 50% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). (more…)


Event

Sophocles’ “Oedipus Rex” meets 1993’s rom-com “Sleepless in Seattle.”

Two different actors will take the stage each night without having rehearsed or read the script. Instructions from a voice in their headphones will guide them through the piece as they assume the roles of Oedipus, Jocasta, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks.


Rant/Revel


photo by Diane Krauthamer

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Chinatown

“Dear PoPville,

Please see the flyer (above) for 1882 Foundation’s Mabel Lee Mural fundraiser. Led by the 1882 Foundation to ensure that Chinese American history is recognized, preserved, and integrated into the American narrative, this mural will be located in a highly visible public space in Washington, DC’s Chinatown. (more…)