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“Rue Cafe’s trellis is almost complete”

By Prince Of Petworth


3906(ish) 14th Street, NW

“Coffee has become a commodity. On every corner is yet another coffee shop, selling yet another sugary flavored something. We want to bring you an authentic experience of how coffee should be enjoyed. At the Rue Cafe on 14th Street, enjoy the elements of the traditional Ethiopian coffee experience. Whether you need a place to grab a quick breakfast or lunch, study or work with free wi-fi, or hang out with friends, the Rue welcomes you!”

Update:

Thanks to Steve for sending the latest from Rue Cafe:

“It looks like a week or two until it’s completely finished!” (more…)

SOST: “Three Ethiopian-Eritrean siblings reimagine a former community center as a vibrant three-story social hub in Shaw, blending hospitality and heritage to create an immersive destination where culture meets community”

By Prince Of Petworth


1901 9th Street, NW courtesy SOST

From a press release:

“SOST, meaning “three” in Amharic language, is set to debut at 1901 9th St NW on Friday, December 13, in the heart of D.C.’s historic Shaw neighborhood. This three-story cultural destination delivers an unparalleled immersive experience integrating dining, music, and community in celebration of the Black diaspora. What once stood as an Ethiopian community center now features a hybrid café/wine bar, a restaurant with a rooftop lounge, and a secret subterranean space for auditory discovery and craft cocktails. (more…)

“Michelin-Starred Chef Elias Taddesse is back in the kitchen at Doro Soul Food”

By Prince Of Petworth

From an email:

“DC’s beloved and award winning Chef Elias Taddesse is back in the kitchen cooking up a whole new menu at Doro Soul Food, his popular carryout in Shaw. Chef Taddesse is launching eight new dishes next week at Doro, including, by popular request, wings 3 ways. In addition to the wings, he is also introducing a vegan sandwich made with crispy enoki mushrooms.

New Menu Items Launching July 30 at Doro Soul Food (more…)

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