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“NRP Group To Begin Construction On Fully Affordable Housing Apartment Serving Washington, D.C.’s NoMa and Union Market Neighborhoods”

By Prince Of Petworth


301 Florida Avenue, NE rendering courtesy PGN Architects, a Michael Graves Company

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, Inc. (MHCDO), has closed on construction financing for Emblem, a 115-unit, entirely affordable housing community in the middle of the thriving NoMa and Union Market neighborhoods. The community will be entirely reserved for families and individuals earning up to 30% and 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI). (more…)

“Michael Rafidi’s YELLOW to Open July 9 In Union Market”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Rey Lopez courtesy YELLOW

Another stud coming to Union Market!

From a press release:

“Today, Chef Michael Rafidi, winner of this year’s James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Chef, announces a July 9 opening date for the Union Market location of YELLOW, his lauded Levantine café known for pastries, mezze, wood-fired pita sandwiches, and specialty coffee. Located at 417 Morse St. NE, YELLOW’s second location will feature 60 seats in a 3,500-square-foot space enhanced with an open kitchen, pastry case, and carryout window. In addition to its much-loved sweet and savory pastries, Middle Eastern spreads, breakfast sandwiches, coffees, and teas, YELLOW Union Market will open in the evenings to serve “All the Kebabs” from the hearth grill. Online ordering will be available Tuesday through Friday for carryout and delivery. Initially, the restaurant will be open from 8am to 3pm Tuesday through Sunday for breakfast and lunch, with All the Kebabs debuting later in the summer. (more…)

“Van Leeuwen’s Sweet Sixteen: Unlock $2 Scoops ALL SUMMER LONG”

By Prince Of Petworth


courtesy Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

From an email:

“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the cult-favorite brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan flavors, is celebrating their Sweet Sixteen with an opportunity for ice cream lovers to indulge in $2 SCOOPS all summer long!

On Thursday, June 20th, in honor of their 16th birthday, Van Leeuwen is selling limited-edition key chains at select stores. (more…)

“Hi-Lawn Hosts Inaugural Rooftop Beer Fest on Saturday, April 20 with 16+ Breweries, Guest Chefs, Live Music & Lawn Games”

By Prince Of Petworth


1309 5th Street, NE courtesy Hi-Lawn

From a press release:

“Hi-Lawn, expansive rooftop bar above Union Market, is inviting all beer-loving Washingtonians to its inaugural Rooftop Beer Fest on Saturday, April 20. The daylong festival (12-7pm) will feature unlimited tastings from 16+ breweries, tacos and Nashville-style hot chicken from guest chefs, live music and lawn games, all with stunning views overlooking the city and Union Market District.

The rooftop bar will host two three-hour tasting sessions: (more…)

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