Maine is an interesting place. It’s remote. It’s beautiful. It’s empty. I had the pleasure of visiting Portland, the state’s largest city, for the second time earlier this year. My time was short - fly in Monday afternoon, fly out Tuesday early evening - but I’m not one to miss an opportunity. Between my two … Continue reading Two Days In Portland, ME
Food
For Your Restaurant Week Consideration: Circa
This article originally appeared on HungryLobbyist.com on Aug. 15, 2018. For most of us, DC Restaurant Week, which runs from Aug. 13-19, might as well be a holiday. We eat. We drink. And at such palatable prices. Indulge yourselves, is what I’m saying. There are a ton of local spots participating this year, which is awesome. But, also, … Continue reading For Your Restaurant Week Consideration: Circa
Bresca Really Is The Bee’s Knees
This article originally appeared on HungryLobbyist.com on July 20, 2018. Back in April 2017, I had my first and last meal at Ripple. It closed not long after. I was there for Hungry Lobbyist to cover the unveiling of a spring menu starring prosciutto di parma. The meal was delicious (mmm burrata salad with crisp prosciutto) as it … Continue reading Bresca Really Is The Bee’s Knees
2941 Will Make You Want To Drive Into Virginia
This article originally appeared on HungryLobbyist.com on May 7, 2018. One of the best parts of the DC food scene is this: its not limited to the 70 sq. mile plot of swamp we’ve come to know and love. As much as our biases might tell us otherwise, there’s good ingredients, good chefs, and good dining in Maryland and Virginia. … Continue reading 2941 Will Make You Want To Drive Into Virginia
Sloppy Mama’s Slings BBQ All Over DC
This article originally appeared on HungryLobbyist.com on Mar. 27, 2018. It’s finally Spring – don’t ask when the weather will start acting like that’s true – which means BBQ season is right around the corner – and Sloppy Mama’s slings BBQ all over DC! But if you’re no good around a grill, don’t fret. DC’s BBQ scene continues … Continue reading Sloppy Mama’s Slings BBQ All Over DC