1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
The liquor license placard for The Bazaar by Jose Andres says:
“Total Occupancy Load of 387 with seating for 179 to include a Summer Garden with 28 seats.” (more…)
Jose Andres
The man, courtesy Capital One
From an email:
“Capital One is once again breaking the mold for airport experiences with the introduction of Capital One Landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport’s Terminal 2 (DCA).
Capital One Landing is an alternative to the traditional lounge experience focused on bringing elevated dining to the heart of the terminal. Our exclusive partner, the award-winning José Andrés Group, will design this new culinary-focused concept’s food and beverage menu, focusing on authentic, Spanish-style tapas. (more…)
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW photo by Jared Alves
First the blight is removed, then the Waldorf Astoria opens, then the Old Post Office Clock Tower reopens and now the big news from José Andrés this morning (“A vibrant mix of sophisticated cuisine by @chefjoseandres & playful lounge spaces”): (more…)
Thanks to Liz for sending for a José Andrés Restaurants newsletter: “ThinkFoodGroup requires all team members and guests 12 years of age and older to be vaccinated…” (more…)
From the Nationals:
“On Tuesday, June 15 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chef José Andrés will throw out the ceremonial first pitch as part of World Central Kitchen Day at Nationals Park. To pay tribute to their incredible philanthropic work during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nationals will host the staff and volunteers of World Central Kitchen during Tuesday’s game and have a special pregame ceremony to highlight their efforts. (more…)
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via @chefjoseandres
Important update: “And the gift certificate if for people that are vaccinated starting tomorrow, ok?”
Thanks to Ashley for passing on from Chef Jose Andres:
“Ok! We want everyone vaccinated! Starting tomorrow, until we reach 70% of total population anyone that comes with vaccine papers,that proves that has been vaccinated will get $50 gift certificate for any of @thinkfoodgroup restaurants in the @washingtondc area…” (more…)
Oof, missed this one. Back in June 2018 Jose Andres opened this America Eats Tavern in the former Old Glory BBQ space. Per the above note, they will not be ropening.
3139 M Street, NW
But the good news is that a Levain Bakery is indeed coming to the old Johnny Rockets space a few doors down: (more…)
Thanks to Parker for sending:
“The Beefsteak in Dupont Circle has closed and looks they’ve moved everything/one to the foggy bottom location.” (more…)
From Jose Andres: “I’m announcing that On election date I will set up a water, food and restrooms support system to help people standing long hours on a line, on the different States that may have a problem handling voters!”
I’m announcing that On election date I will set up a water, food and restrooms support system to help people standing long hours on a line, on the different States that may have a problem handling voters! @EmCollective https://t.co/nrqRroVyRp
— José Andrés (@chefjoseandres) June 10, 2020
Thanks to Tripp for sharing with us:
“We came across a wonderful, heartwarming act of humanity: Jose Andres, incognito, sharing warm food with people in the exact same location trump desecrated the day before.
I managed to snap a photo that I thought might inspire and encourage others.”