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A few local restaurants and bars are joining together to help you enjoy a fun and delicious Cinco de Mayo celebration this year! Come indulge in the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Mexico as businesses along the 14th Street corridor, from Spring Road to Shepherd Street NW, come together to offer exclusive specials and promotions on May 4th-5th.
Read MoreChef Danielle Harris will open her newest venture, a smoothie shop, in the tiny purple storefront on Upshur Street that used to house the Little Food Studio. The Blend Bar Company opens Saturday, April 27th.
This weekend, Chef Danielle Harris will open her newest venture, a smoothie shop, in the tiny purple storefront on Upshur Street that used to house the Little Food Studio. You’ll find fresh fruit juices, boba tea, acai bowls, smoothie bowls and a creation called a “pound cake bowl.”
Read More“I knew that if I put a presence here, with commerce, that this block would get safer,” he said. “Commerce brings good things. It brings foot traffic. It brings attention. It can be a deterrent.”
Virk moved into the Upshur Street property, installed floodlights in the alley and got to work on his newest business venture. He had previously operated a Sbarros Pizza and Subway sandwich shop franchise, as well as multiple pizza parlors in Ohio, and knew a thing or two about what to do (and not to do) when it came to pizza and sandwiches.
Read MoreLower Georgia Ave is keeping it hot and spicy with the 4th Annual Chili Cook Off on Sunday, February 18th from 2-5pm at The Midlands in Park View! Local restaurants will be competing for the coveted People's Choice Award and other prizes. Join your friends and neighbors for free family-friendly fun to sample them all and pick your favorite.
Read MoreJuan Luis Salazar had been looking for a new place to house La Coop, his three-year old coffee shop and roastery, ever since troubles with his landlord meant he had an end date to his lease at 5505 1st Street NW. He looked at places all over the city, even entertained offers from big retailers downtown, but nothing felt right to the businessowner who wanted to remain in a neighborhood he says has supported him so much over the last three years.
Read MoreSandovan’s Restaurant and Lounge has been an unwavering presence at 4809 Georgia Avenue NW for the past decade, serving as a cherished oasis in the Petworth community. However, the end of an era is on the horizon as the doors of this beloved establishment are set to close at the end of the month. The reasons behind this decision are multifaceted.
Read More“As some of you may know, we encountered pest challenges six weeks ago. We extend our sincerest apologies to each and every member of our community as we understand this may have impacted your trust and confidence in us and we want to address the situation directly and openly.
We invite you to join us next week for Community Social Hours, Monday 10/2 through Thursday 10/5 from 4-5 pm. You'll get to enjoy a free meal (either a 2-piece combo or your choice of sandwich), meet our team and get all your questions answered.”
Read More“Our family is West Indian: Guyanese and Trinidadian. My uncle, Jay Narain, the original owner, played football, or soccer as you call it,” co-owner Reid explains about how The Pitch Tavern came to be back in 2015. “Soccer is played on a pitch. Cricket is played on a pitch. In baseball there’s a pitch. That’s where [we] got the name.”
Read MoreChristine Lilyea, owner of Slash Run on Upshur and The Runaway in Brookland, is opening a coffee shop/ record store / bar at 205 Upshur Street NW. Christine is partnering with Paul Vivari, co-owner of Showtime Lounge and the Neptune Room, for the new store named "Wake Me, Shake Me."
Read MoreWhen I was going through a tough time, Cinder stepped up to be there to help. This year, when my Dad passed away, I mentioned that I wanted to do something at Cinder but I didn’t know what. Matt Krimm suggested a special drink, with part of the proceeds going to the Parkinson’s Foundation. So, that’s what they’re doing for June. Here’s how you can enjoy and help at the same time.
Read MoreEl Torogoz restaurant on 9th Street, between Varnum and Upshur, owned by David Ventura, has been sold and is renamed Mary Bar & Grill’s Tex-Mex Restaurant. I stopped in for a chat with owner Mary Orellana and her daughter Roxana Castellon to discuss other changes besides the name.
Read MoreNot only did Cinder BBQ never close during the COVID-19 pandemic, but it also became a neighborhood staple where friends and families could safely gather outside to eat and donate money so Cinder BBQ could provide meals for others. The mutual support helped solidify the relationship we see today.
Read MoreLost Sock will be serving food until noon and then customers are welcome to stay during the changeover when Brightwood Pizza opens. ANXO, Lost Sock, Everyday Sundae and HR Records will be hosting a block party on Sunday, April 16th to celebrate the opening of the new popup.
Read MoreOn March 18th, Qualia Coffee officially closed its Petworth doors after nearly 14 years at the location.The coffee shop had originally temporarily closed the Georgia Ave business, operating out of the neighboring Commonwealth Cantina as a pop-up. However, the company announced that it would not be following through with the previously scheduled maintenance, instead electing to shut down the location.
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