The ramen and the pork buns are long gone, yes. But this iteration of Momofuku is far superior to the cut-and-paste Dave Chang-ian concept that once greeted guests at this massive, brightly lit City Center space.
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7 DC-Area Beers To Drink In Flagship February
Babe Ruth, in addition to his claim as (probably) the best baseball player ever, was a prodigious beer drinker with well-developed and modern views on the combination of water, hops, yeast, and barley. The man really cared about the brewers, not just the beer. Here’s something he said once: “Sometimes when I reflect on all the … Continue reading 7 DC-Area Beers To Drink In Flagship February
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
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
Erik Payne 