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Brunch in Washington, D.C. at Maialino Mare
Brunch in Washington, D.C. at Maialino Mare

Maialino Mare offers delicious brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am-2 pm. It’s located in the Yards Park area of DC on the ground level of one of my favorite hotels, The Thompson DC. Their Italian-inspired menu is delightful. Our🥂food and drinks were perfectly prepared and scrumptious, the service is outstanding, tables are spread out nicely, and natural light floods the dining area during the daytime (big, beautiful windows)…

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International superstar Jay Sean to launch 'smoothsail' sparkling sake at HEIST Summer Series this Saturday
International superstar Jay Sean to launch 'smoothsail' sparkling sake at HEIST Summer Series this Saturday

A globally-inspired new twist in the white-hot canned beverages category has finally arrived: Smoothsail, the world’s first premium, canned sparkling sake brand boasting natural flavors, clean ingredients, zero sugar, and a superior taste profile, hits the market August 14.

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Sugar Defined: Meet pastry chef, Chiyon Yoon
Sugar Defined: Meet pastry chef, Chiyon Yoon

“I baked once or twice before I was a teen. I started baking a bit more in my early 20s. I never thought I’d be baking professionally, but I’ve invested so much in Sugar Defined, that I feel the need to see it through to how far I can go. I learned how to bake as an expression of love many years ago.…”

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Food From The Seoul: Meet Chef Chihi
Food From The Seoul: Meet Chef Chihi

“I knew the basics of cooking, so I challenged myself and enrolled in the Pastry degree in Le Cordon Bleu Miami and graduated as a pastry chef. After graduating, I realized I had no patience on the waiting game for baking and that baking was not for me, so I shifted to culinary, I love the heat, fire, being able to experiment more…”

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Celebrate Mother's Day at Shilling Canning Company
Celebrate Mother's Day at Shilling Canning Company

Shilling Canning Company and Executive Chef Reid Shilling are preparing a multi-course large-format style Mother's Day dining experience that will include Spring Vegetable Salad, Catfish Toast, and Ham & Cheese Quiche to start; followed by Wood Roasted Chateaubriand and Maryland Crab Imperial accompanied by duchess potatoes, peas & carrots, and charred spring onions. For dessert…

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Caboose Commons to Host Springfest on April 17th
Caboose Commons to Host Springfest on April 17th

Caboose Commons kicking-off spring with their second annual beer festivalSpringfestonSaturday, April 17. The Mosaic District brewpub will be pouring tastes and gathering six other regional breweries including Alewerks, Right Proper, Väsen, Honor, Sinistraland Rocket Frog, for a day of sublime tastings and socially distant “brewery hopping.”

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Caboose Tavern Launches New Breakfast Service
Caboose Tavern Launches New Breakfast Service

The Vienna location will offer one free coffee or espresso with any breakfast purchase to celebrate! Beginning Monday, March 8, Vienna-favorite Caboose Tavern (520 Mill Street NE) is launching breakfast service from 8 to 11am daily for foodies and coffee fans alike. Homey morning classics such as“breakfast on a stick”, fried chicken biscuit, breakfast bowls and plates like the signature potato hash…

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Shilling Canning Company presents "Bold But Bubbly", a month-long program in honor of women in winemaking, past & present
Shilling Canning Company presents "Bold But Bubbly", a month-long program in honor of women in winemaking, past & present

Shilling Canning Company presents Bold But Bubbly, a month-long program in honor of women in winemaking, past & present. Restaurant co-owner Sara Quinteros-Shilling celebrates Women’s History Month with a special book + champagne package and virtual book club discussion on March 31.

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DC: "Moon Rabbit" Restaurant Opening on February 11
DC: "Moon Rabbit" Restaurant Opening on February 11

Moon Rabbit will be reopening on February 11! During their brief hibernation, the team has been busy finding ways to reimagine offerings and are excited to launch new programming for the month of February. You will find delights such as…

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Mercy Me ("Sorta South American Cafe, Restaurant, and Bar") in Washington D.C.
Mercy Me ("Sorta South American Cafe, Restaurant, and Bar") in Washington D.C.

Mercy Me (“Sorta South American Cafe, Restaurant, and Bar”) is located on the ground level of the at the Yours Truly Hotel located at 1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037. Their food and beverage offerings, featured pop-ups, patio seating, whimsical outdoor lighting gave me all the good vibes. It's an oasis in the middle of the city!

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HEIST x Kennedy Center: Responsible nightlife programming returns to Washington at iconic cultural center
HEIST x Kennedy Center: Responsible nightlife programming returns to Washington at iconic cultural center

Vibrant nightlife and cultural offerings finally return to Washington with the launch of a new socially distant pop-up lounge on the iconic rooftop of the Kennedy Center. HEIST x Kennedy Center is a grand, socially responsible experiment in restoring much-needed life to the Washington scene…

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Places to Go in the DMV Area That Feel Safe Right Now
Places to Go in the DMV Area That Feel Safe Right Now

Places I consider to be safe have safe practices in place and offer alternative methods to “touch”. Here are the places I personally visited in the DMV area and trust (NOTE: Please use your best judgment when visiting and one of the places I’m listing. If you arrive and see that the location is crowded and/or not practicing safe distancing, etc., do not risk it.)

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Check It Out, DMV: Occasions Caterers' New “Milestones from Home” Celebrations Package!
Check It Out, DMV: Occasions Caterers' New “Milestones from Home” Celebrations Package!

Calling all brides and grooms, graduates, and more: Occasions Caterers, D.C.’s premier catering company, wants to make your festivities just as special with their new “Milestones from Home” celebrations package. The menu features…

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Peruvian Brothers to Celebrate Grand Opening at La Cosecha on February 1st!
Peruvian Brothers to Celebrate Grand Opening at La Cosecha on February 1st!

The Peruvian-style sandwiches, empanadas, desserts and hot sauces that power their award-winning food trucks will now have a permanent place to call home!

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