Quest for the Best

Photo by Caroline Angelo

“Dear PoPville,

Any chance you could crowdsource the best crème brûlée in DC proper? My partner and I used to frequent The Riggsby for their incredible version (paired with one of their great cocktails too), but I see that they’re reopening as The Bar at Lyle’s and the new menu does not feature crème brûlée. I wrote to them seeing if there was any chance they would add it back (fingers crossed), but I figured I should find a new spot in the very real case they reject a stranger’s request. I’ve been adamant since moving here five years ago that The Riggsby’s version was the best I ever found, but hopefully someone can open my eyes!”

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“Dear PoPville,

I have a question for the masses – I’ve never gotten gel or acrylic nails before and would love to try it now that I’m fully vaccinated, but only with someone who really knows what they’re doing. Anyone have a nail tech or salon in NW DC they really trust and would recommend for gel or acrylic?”

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Nick ask: “Who has the best corned beef hash in the area? Nothing cures a hangover like some crispy hash and some runny eggs!”

“Dear PoPville,

This may be an odd request, but would you be open to posting a general inquiry about best palm readers in DC? I’m looking to go to one and would be curious to see what the PoPville community says, if anything.”