2653 Connecticut Ave, NW previously home to Petit Plats
Thanks to a few folks for writing in: “Woodley Park – Petit Monde closed.”
I stopped by this past Saturday and indeed they were closed during prime morning hours: (more…)
Thanks to Chris for sending this great shot from Georgetown.
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1802 14th Street, NW previously home to a Lou Lou Boutique
From a press release:
“Pitango Gelato, the authentic Italian gelateria and coffee shop with locations throughout the Washington, DC, region and Baltimore, is thrilled to officially announce the opening of a highly anticipated new shop along DC’s 14th Street corridor. The store, opening on February 27th at 1802 14th Street, NW, is Pitango’s eighth location. The new gelateria and coffee shop will serve freshly brewed coffee, Italian baked goods, and artisanal, hand-spun gelato made with high-quality, carefully curated ingredients. The 1,027-square-foot space, designed by EastWing Architects, will also offer indoor seating for up to 10 guests.
To celebrate its official debut, the gelateria and coffee shop will host a festive grand opening on Friday, February 27th. Beginning at 5pm, (more…)
Within an hour of the DMV. Our “Flight Deck” is perfect for meetings and retreats. Breathtaking, peaceful grounds with an abundance of space. Approximately 2800 SF sits on a 3/4 acre property – perfect for lawn games and zip lining. 20×20 furnished deck + dock. Mayo Beach and Beverly Triton 1 mile away.
photo by Victoria Pickering
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724 9th Street, NW
“Spanish Kaiseki | Tapas & Omakase”
“Dear PoPville,
Any word on Cranes? I had a reservation this weekend that was cancelled for “maintenance issues” and now their website is down.” (more…)
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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.
photo by LaTur
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“Dear PoPville,
Friday Night Mayo at the Lyle (1731 New Hampshire Ave, NW)
You were with a friend and we were next to each other at the Lyle bartop on Friday night, when (more…)
From the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Columbia:
“Curtis Lear, 30, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced today to 18 months of incarceration in connection with driving an SUV recklessly at high speed on the National Mall as hundreds of visitors were present, causing over $9,000 in damage to the lawn, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I’m reaching out to see if you have heard anything about why the Dunbar pool has been closed since June. I’ve reached out to DPR multiple times, (more…)
2475 18th Street, NW
“Soulful plates inspired by Italy, gently touched by Ukraine”
“Dear PoPville,
Update on the DLight Cafe space in AdMo, just walked by as they were hanging up new signage, will reopen in March as a prosecco-on-tap bar with Italian sweet treats. Name is Sorso.” (more…)
1345 S Street, NW
hahaha gotta admire their honesty!! (more…)