The Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (www.goldentriangledc.com) will host Chef Kazuhiro “Kaz” Okochi, the head chef at the award-winning KAZ Sushi Bistro at 1915 I Street NW, for an outdoor cooking demonstration, Fri., Sept. 16, from Noon–2 p.m., during Farragut Fridays at Farragut Square Park (at the intersection of K St. and Connecticut Ave. NW). Attendees will learn from Chef Kaz as he prepares a twist on okonomiyaki – a popular Japanese dish, sometimes referred to as “Japanese pizza.”
Okonomiyaki, which is more like a crepe than a pizza, is made from a rich savory cabbage pancake in an egg and flour batter with pork belly, red ginger, smoky dried bonito flakes, Japanese mayonnaise, and a special sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. Samples will be available on a first come, first served basis.
The chef demonstration is part of Farragut Fridays, a weekly outdoor activation of one of the city’s most well-known national parks, which draws more than 39,000 visitors over the summer. Throughout the day, the Golden Triangle BID invites people to use the free Wi-Fi at Outdoor Office and enjoy a variety of pop-up events including adoptable puppies, scavenger hunts and music during lunch. The programming serves as an additional amenity for workers and tourists, as it’s occurring a block from the White House. The complete schedule of activities can be found at goldentriangledc.com/farragutfridays.
“Just one month before the release of Washington, D.C.’s first Michelin Guide, the city’s attention is sure to be on the food scene. These chef demonstrations will give everyone a taste of the creativity and vibrancy of our neighborhood and the more than 32 restaurants here,” says Leona Agouridis, executive director, Golden Triangle BID. “The fact that Michelin decided to bring on of the new guides here doesn’t surprise me. With the diversity and stature of our region, Washington offers unique dining options for workers, tourists, and residents.”
Park Hyatt Washington will host the fall 2016 Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine, a seasonal culinary & beverage experience onSaturday, September 17. This culinary gatheringsalutes the ingredients, flavors, and talents of local chefs, regional artisans and sommeliers, and it will take place aboard Liberté, a custom-designed 74-foot schooner. Guests will take pleasure in the breathtaking views of Maryland’s Eastern Shore while enjoying passed hors d’oeuvres prepared by Executive Chef Franck Loquet and Blue Duck Tavern’s Chef de Cuisine Brad Deboy, along with wines and fall-inspired cocktails selected by Blue Duck Tavern’s General Manager Joseph Cerione. Priced at $250 per person (tax not included), the menu will highlight carefully sourced, seasonal fare from local farmers. Guests will meet Park Hyatt Washington’s culinary team in Annapolis, Maryland to board the schooner for the three-hour sailing experience complete with a bountiful reception.
WHERE: 300 Second Street
Annapolis, Maryland 21403
WHEN: September 17, 2016 from 2 PM to 5 PM.
HOW: To purchase tickets, please call + 1 202 419 6620 or
email masters.phwashington@hyatt.com
The Old Town Boutique District today announced the dates for their signature Fall event that encourage shoppers to stroll, shop, find and win fabulous prizes. The Old Town Boutique District Shop & Stroll event will take placeSeptember 22-25 (Thurs-Sun) throughout the streets of Old Town.
Shop & Stroll is a four-day event that invites customers to shop and explore the districts 30 boutiques. Participants who visit all the boutiques and collect stamps at each location will be entered to win a gift package and shopping spree worth more than $1,000. Additionally, participants who purchase the limited edition event bag ($20) will receive discounts from each boutique. Participants present the tote at all Boutique District shops for a discount on their purchase and a free gift. In addition, shoppers that purchase the bag will be entered to win “Spotted in the Boutique District” prizes during the event as well as a chance to win the Golden Ticket Prize. One lucky winner will find a Golden Ticket in his or her event bag to receive a one-time 50% off coupon good at participating stores on full-priced merchandise only. Shoppers can purchase the bags online and at designated Old Town locations (see website for details).
Those who like to socially share their Shop & Stroll experience are encouraged to post their pictures on Instagram, tag the Old Town Boutique District and use the hashtag #OldTownStroll for a chance to win a $100 gift card of an Old Town Boutique District shop of their choice.
Shoppers can pre-register for the Shop & Stroll event at OldTownStroll.com beginning Thursday, September 8. Shoppers can return their completed stamp cards to their favorite boutique to be eligible for the Grand Prize $1,000 shopping spree (2nd Place is a $500 shopping spree). Customers who do not pre-register may download the stamp card via the event website.
EVENT DETAILS
What: Old Town Boutique District Fall Shop & Stroll Event
When: Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun – September 22-25, 2016 (rain or shine)
Where: Old Town Boutique District
Time: Hours vary by retailer, visit website for info
Website: www.oldtownboutiquedistrict.com or http://www.oldtownstroll.com/
Instagram/Twitter: @OTBoutiques Hashtag: #OldTownStroll
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OldTownBoutiqueDistrict
- At this shopping party, you can score stylish handbags, shoes, apparel and more from coveted designers like Chloé, Valentino, Tibi, Maje, The Kooples, Derek Lam, Jimmy Choo, Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta and GANT—all at up to 80 percent off retail.
- While stocking up on fall’s hottest designer trends, enjoy award-winning SOTO sake.
- Be sure to leave your bag and jacket at home to skip the coat-check line. Then, head straight through the FastPass entrance to navigate the constantly replenished racks.
- Stay hydrated while power shopping with organic iced tea refreshments from the Pure Leaf Tea House Collection.
- At this shopping party, you can score stylish handbags, shoes, apparel and more from coveted designers like Chloé, Valentino, Tibi, Maje, The Kooples, Derek Lam, Jimmy Choo, Lanvin, Oscar de la Renta and GANT—all at up to 80 percent off retail.
- While stocking up on fall’s hottest designer trends, enjoy award-winning SOTO sake.
- Be sure to leave your bag and jacket at home to skip the coat-check line. Then, head straight through the FastPass entrance to navigate the constantly replenished racks.
- Stay hydrated while power shopping with organic iced tea refreshments from the Pure Leaf Tea House Collection.
BrewHaHa at the Old Ebbitt Atrium– Kicking off DC Beer Week, Ebbitt’s 4th Annual BrewHaHa features ten local breweries and ten local chefs showcasing some of DC’s best food and craft beer. Guests will enjoy unlimited tastings of 20 craft beers from local breweries alongside 20 terrific tastes from top restaurants. Held in Old Ebbitt Grill’s expansive atrium, the cocktail-style party features live music, as well.
Participating chefs & restaurants include Nathan Anda (Red Apron Butchery), Mike Friedman (The Red Hen/All-Purpose), Kyle Bailey (Sixth Engine), Logan McGear (Smoke and Barrel), Alex McCoy (Alfie’s), Gabe Thompson (RPM Italian), Jonatan Bohr (Shaw Brewpub & Kitchen), Zach Smith (The Hamilton), Jeff Eng (Clyde’s Tower Oaks Lodge), and Salvatore Ferro (Old Ebbitt Grill).
Old Ebbitt Grill’s 4th Annual Craft BrewHaHa (675 15th Street, NW 20005) will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016, from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Tickets are priced at $75/ all-inclusive and can be purchased online at Ebbitt.com. This event is 21 and over.
On September, 29, Chef Bryan Voltaggio will host his first Virginia No Kid Hungry Dinner presented by Citi, an exclusive multi-course event to benefit No Kid Hungry‘s work to end childhood hunger in America. The dinner will feature nationally renowned guest chefs Michael Voltaggio (Ink), and Jeff Mahin (Chef/Partner Stella Barra Pizzeria, Summer House Santa Monica, M Street Kitchen, and Do-Rite Donuts) from California along with Spike Gjerde (Woodberry Kitchen, Parts & Labor, Artifact Coffee, Grand Cru, and Woodberry Pantry), Travis Croxton (Rappahannock), and Cassidee Dabney (Blackberry Farm) from Maryland, Virginia and Tennessee all united for a cause: making sure all children in this country have the healthy food they need, every day.
Dorothy McAuliffe, No Kid Hungry Virginia Campaign Chair, is confirmed as a special guest. Through the No Kid Hungry Virginia Campaign it is our goal to convene the collective power of schools, the executive office, foundation, corporate, and community partnerships to end childhood hunger in the Commonwealth by the end of 2017.
The dinner will be preceded by a cocktail reception and will feature a live auction in which guests can bid on a variety of luxury culinary and travel items. All proceeds from the event support No Kid Hungry’s work to end childhood hunger across the country and right here in Virginia.
Event details:
Where: Vanish Farmhouse Brewery at Black Hops Farm
When: Thursday, September 29, 2016 | 6:30pm- Cocktails | 7:30pm- Seated six course dinner
Tickets: Individual ticket- $350 | Chef’s Table- $1,500 | Table sponsorships available
Every Kid, Healthy Food, Every Day
One in five children in this country struggles with hunger, including more than one in six kids in Virginia.
Using proven, practical solutions, No Kid Hungry is ending childhood hunger today by ensuring that kids start the day with a nutritious breakfast and families learn the skills they need to shop and cook on a budget. Already, No Kid Hungry and its partners have connected kids struggling with hunger with more than 460 million additional meals.
Chef Voltaggio has hosted five No Kid Hungry dinners in his home state of Virginia. In 2015, his Frederick No Kid Hungry Dinner raised enough to help feed children in need more than 820,000 healthy meals.
The Virginia No Kid Hungry dinner is supported by national presenting sponsor Citi and local No Kid Hungry Champion sponsor Syzygy Events.
For additional information and to purchase tickets, please contact Samantha DeNafo at sdenafo@strength.org or 202-478-6572.
James Beard Award-winning British author of A Bird in the Hand and Sunday Telegraph food columnist Diana Henry returns to La Cuisine in Alexandria, VA to promote her new book, SIMPLE: Effortless Food, Big Flavor – a gorgeous collection of 150 no fuss, flavor-packed recipes with influences from around the globe.
“The dishes in Simple are the kind I cook every day. They’re interesting – from all over the globe – and have lots of flavour, but they’re not taxing. There are recipes for Wednesday night suppers for the family and Sunday lunches – the lazy sort! – for friends. What we’re really short of when it comes to every day cooking is ideas – and that’s what I’ve given in Simple. Lots of them.”
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Saturday, October 1, 2016 2:00-4:00 PM Location: La Cuisine, 323 Cameron Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314-3219 Free of charge For additional information, please visit: www.lacuisineus.com |
