Frederick Douglass’s Final Home is Reopen and Available for Tours
The historic home of the famed abolitionist Frederick Douglass, Cedar Hill. reopened to the public on July 4th and is now available to tour again!
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Around Town
‘Best Chef’ Kevin Tien Pledges to ‘Stand Up For What’s Right’ at 2023 RAMMYs
The restaurant industry and foodies who love it came together for the 41st RAMMY (Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington) Awards at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The highly anticipated annual event was not only a celebration of professional excellence, but a chance to appreciate the community, give accolades to years of service, and recognize how the industry is changing.
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Captain Your Own Retro Boat This Summer on the Potomac
Sea Suites Cruises, the brand that brought you Tiki Boats and the Potomac Paddle Club, now has two classic fiberglass party boats (think ‘Mad Men’ era) that are setting sail from The Wharf.
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Help the Cause: DC Restaurants Are At War
This annual restaurant industry fundraiser and competition may have started as a friendly rivalry between Ralph Brabham and Drew Porterfield, co-owners of Beau Thai and BKK Cookshop… who now also co-own Jane Jane with Jean-Paul “JP” Sabatier. But now in its sixth year, there are serious bragging rights at stake.
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BLT Steak’s Summer ‘Aperitivo Hour’
BLT Steak DC is holding an ‘Aperitivo Hour’ from 3 pm to 5 pm every Friday through September 1, 2023.
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Albisu’s Taco Bamba Will Be Returning to Chinatown
Not only is one of DC’s most flavorful taco places turning 10 this month, but it has recently been announced that the Taco Bamba in Chinatown (777 I Street NW) that closed in 2020 will be reopening in 2024.
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DC Loves This Spiked Tea Founded in Nearby Ocean City
DC loves its summer beach trips to Ocean City, so DCers will especially crave this OC-crafted and inspired drink that comes in a Boardwalk pack.
Founded in Ocean City, MD, (and backed by Anheuser-Busch since late 2021), Hoop Tea is a line of flavored spiked iced tea that comes in Original, Mango, Watermelon, and Peach Flavors.
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Fast-Casual Korean SEOULSPICE Opens Latest Location in Navy Yard
Fast-casual Korean comfort food spot SEOULSPICE opened its seventh location in Navy Yard (1251 First Street SE) earlier this month. The menu, which is fully customizable with bases, proteins, and toppings, does contain some suggested featured combinations. (Pro tip: Try the Kimchi Krunch Salad Bowl with Chicken, an unexpected favorite.)
Read MoreBen’s Chili Now Available At Giant Foods
Stores in Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware are now carrying a variety of Ben’s Chili Bowl favorites, including Ben’s Chili Bowl’s Original and Spicy Half Smokes, Chili Con Carne, and Turkey Chili in Giant Food’s prepared food sections and hot bars.
Read MoreWeekend Wants: The Alhambra Bloody Mary Cart
Alhambra in the St. Regis has debuted a new Bloody Mary Cart! The restaurant’s signature vodka-and-tomato juice indulgence comes with customizable ingredients, garnishes, and more during weekend brunch service.
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