Five life lessons from José Andrés' book tour

He's already back on the road, feeding victims of Hurricane Florence

Michelin awards a local restaurant three stars in 2019 guide

Forget little black dresses, today is all about a little red book that is also known to stir up some drama. Last week we discussed the 39 restaurants recognized on Michelin's Bib Gourmand list, but today we are talking stars! And to mark the third D. C. Michelin Guide release, we finally have a three-star restaurant to brag about.

#DCFoodPorn is the most satisfying way to pick your next meal

Warning: Don't click on this when you're hungry.

Restaurant Rumblings: Peruvian cooking, a new raw bar and more dining news

The D. C. food scene is constantly evolving, and it can be hard for even the biggest food fan to keep up. Restaurant Rumblings is here to get you up to speed on the latest bar and restaurant news, from hot openings to exciting new menus. Recent openings: Pisco y Nazca. (1823 L St. NW)A branch of the Miami-based Pisco y Nazca has opened in D. C. , bringing its modern Peruvian cooking and cocktails.

Peek inside the oldest restaurant in D.C., Old Ebbitt Grill

12 places to try a cooking class around the DMV

When you’re not hangry and in a hurry, cooking can be an exhilarating and rewarding experience. Even more so when you’re learning a new technique to add to your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re a seasoned home chef or a newbie with a knife, it’s easy to find a cooking class that suits your tastes. Most classes cater to all skill levels and each of the schools have a wide curriculum, so the world is your oyster. The best part?

19 D.C. restaurants added to Michelin's 2019 Bib Gourmand list

Can you smell the anxiety in D. C. kitchens right now? It's Michelin time once again, and September 6 marked the release of the 2019 Bib Gourmand list, with 19 newcomers added and two restaurants removed. Given that last year's list only included three additions and no subtractions, it looks like Michelin season is already off to a more exciting start! Could this mean a three-star ranking is eminent?

Chefs celebrate 40 years at The Inn at Little Washington

When Executive Chef Patrick O'Connell dreamed of hosting a backyard barbecue to celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Inn at Little Washington, he channeled one of America's most epic music festivals, Woodstock. His version, which took place on Sunday, was

Here's where to get your Labor Day brunch on this weekend

It's a three day weekend, so here's where to kiss summer goodbye in style.Where: 1310 Kitchen & Bar, 1310 Wisconsin Ave NWThe Deal: Chow down on shakshuka and smoked brisket hash whenever you want - 1310 is offering up breakfast all day. The restaurant is

4 D.C. bartenders on their worst customers, drink orders and other pet peeves

Trevor Frye, bartenderOn his least favorite drink orders: Irish Car Bombs or Black and Tans. I won’t serve them in my bars.The worst customers in bars: The people who aren't ready to order. .Just have your drink order ready to go when you approach a bar. I

How Martin's Tavern has thrived for 85 years

The legendary restaurant will be celebrating its birthday in September.

DBGB’s Chef Nicholas Tang brings Asian flavors to classic French cuisine

“When we were kids, we always spent the weekends at my grandparents’ house, says Nicholas Tang. It was like one big family meal.”Chef Nicholas Tang of DBGB is tall and gangly, with friendly eyes that light up whenever he speaks of Singapore and his childho

Restaurant Rumblings: Little Sesame gets new life and Jaleo is all-in on tomatoes

First Look: What to expect from the cocktail menu at Guapo's Georgetown

With fall just around the corner -- and this oppressive end-of-summer heat wave we are battling -- I'll take any excuse I can get to be sipping tipples by the water. Give me a marg on the rocks, no salt, with a beautiful sunset and I'm a happy camper! So y

8 spots to bite into an Impossible Burger

Made with wheat and potato proteins, coconut oil, a little soy and an umami-rich molecule called heme, Impossible Burgers look and cook like beef patties. They taste impressively similar as well. Here are eight spots you can bite into one for Meatless Mond

Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte is back in stores for the 15th year

If it feels like Starbucks brings back their uber-popular Pumpkin Spice Latte earlier and earlier each year, it's because they totally do! As of today (August 28), fans across the U.S. can purchase a PSL in any store. Last year, the drink was released on S

Curious Foods: Akira's Grilled Yellowtail Collar

Noodles are the first thing diners will notice at Akira, a small Japanese izakaya located along an unassuming stretch Rockville Pike. And while the ramen bowls are worthy of the attention, it's the hamachi kamyaki appetizer that will likely appeal most t

"Study" the differences between whiskey and bourbon at our private cocktail class

Start your Saturday on a high note and join DC Refined for a private cocktail class at one of the Wharf's stunning rooftop bars, Whiskey Charlie, on Saturday September 8, from 2-3 p.m. If you've been following along with our summer cocktail class series, t

OTT tater tots are the comfort food you need right now

No matter how old we get, we still have a soft spot for tater tots. As we mature though, our bar for what constitutes memorable tots gets higher. We want more than just a batch of the deep-fried potato plugs and a bottle of Heinz. Here are 11 spots where y

Here’s where to order the perfect Diner en Blanc picnic

On Saturday evening, thousands of diners clad in white from head to toe will descend on a yet-undisclosed location in the D.C. area for the annual fête known as Diner en Blanc. The rules are as long as the waiting list: you must arrive with a guest, as wel

D.C.'s 'Rick and Morty' pop-up bar shuts down amid legal threats

No more getting riggity riggity wrecked, son. According to Drink Company, the 'Rick and Morty' themed pop-up bar, Wubba Lubba Dub Pub, has been shut down following legal threats from Turner Broadcasting and Cartoon Network, which owns the hit show. Althou

Maydan named second best new restaurant in country by Bon Appétit

I think at this point it is safe to say that Bon Appétit has the hots for the D.C. dining scene -- and rightfully so! Rose Previte's Middle Eastern concept, Maydan, was named the second best new restaurant in the country, right behind Oklahoma City's None

Bresca is the first D.C. restaurant to join Zero Food Print Initiative

With a proposed plastic straw ban looming over D.C. , sustainability, particularly in regards to the restaurant industry, has been at the forefront of conversation this summer. Even before D.C. Council Member Jack Evans proposed a bill to outlaw plastic st

7 hot spots to dine in Annapolis right now

Even if you don’t have plans to get out on the water, summer is the best season to visit Annapolis. That’s because the seaside town’s restaurant scene is booming, making it a worthy destination for D.C. food fiends looking for a change of pace and some tru

Restaurant Rumblings: Mirabelle reboots, Little Havana opens with flair

This righteous cake baker is feminist AF

To effect change, some people march, some sign petitions and some boycott. Becca Rea-Holloway bakes cakes adorned with snappy protest slogans, like “Immigrants make America great,” “Abortion is healthcare” and “Families belong together.”“Living in D.C. in

Check out these 4 great kosher restaurants in D.C.

Take a local foraging trip with Bourbon Steak's executive chef

Bourbon Steak, celebrated for its plates of grass-fed red meat, is not the first place you’d expect to find a chef nerding out over urban foraging. But Executive Chef Drew Adams is anything but shy when it comes to his fascination with searching for ingre

Barack Obama, Joe Biden have lunch together at D.C. bakery

WASHINGTON (WJLA) - Barack Obama and Joe Biden’s bromance still appears to be alive and well.The former president and former vice president were spotted having lunch together Monday at Dog Tag Bakery in Georgetown.“Look who stopped by @DogTagBakery for lun

Restaurant Rumblings: Local cider, Middle Eastern cocktails and summer menus

Holey Trinity: 3 new places where you can get your bagel fix

Bagel fans have long schmeared the options available in D.C. Thankfully, that's changing. Three baking crews are turning out praise-worthy rounds that are everything an aficionado desires. Call Your Mother “We’re the kings of –ish,” says owner Andrew Dana

Wawa is now available for delivery through Uber Eats

For all you die-hard Wawa fans out there, I have news that is about to make your week! Currently, if you don't live within walking distance of D.C.'s only Wawa location (don't worry, there are many more to come) and a 1 a.m. hoagie craving hits with unden

Sip What Now? Poca Madre's grasshopper-infused sour

When an insect finds itself in a drink, it's usually by accident. That's not so at Poca Madre, where adventurous imbibers can sip on the Charlie and the Chapuline Factory, a cocktail infused with grasshoppers sourced straight from the Oaxaca region of Mexi

Beat the "Sunday scaries" at these 7 D.C. bars

We all know the feeling - it's 5 p.m. on Sunday evening and suddenly you realize the weekend is over, your fun has been had, and the upcoming work week hangs like a gray cloud over you as you try to get yourself together for Monday morning. That's right, i

Restaurant Rumblings: Tuscany in Shaw and beach-themed cocktail flights

The D.C. food scene is constantly evolving, and it can be hard for even the biggest food fan to keep up. Restaurant Rumblings, a bimonthly feature, is here to get you up to speed on the latest bar and restaurant news, from hot openings to exciting new menu

Get ready to take rosé to the next level with pink gin

By now, you’ve likely been indoctrinated into the rosé all day lifestyle. And why not? There’s no better way to battle the heat than with a glass of chilled, pink-hued wine. But what if you also want to rosé all night, and you’re a bit burned out on summer

6 lunches you need to try this summer

With the arrival of summer comes longer lunches, and lazier afternoons, especially if you are one of the lucky ones who gets summer Fridays. Or, maybe you just want to take a day off on those days that it’s actually gorgeous outside and want to treat yours

Learn how to make and use shrubs in private cocktail class at Whiskey Charlie

Do Sunday Funday the right way and join DC Refined for a private cocktail class at one of the Wharf's stunning new rooftop bars, Whiskey Charlie. The Whiskey Charlie team will walk you through a step-by-step guide to creating and using shrubs in your summe

Amazon Prime is giving you 10% off on tons of goodies from Whole Foods

Starting June 27, Whole Foods shoppers in the DMV will start seeing discounts just for Amazon Prime members. Certain items throughout Whole Foods Market and Whole Foods 365 will be marked with a 10% off sign, which you can only get as an Amazon Prime memb

Restaurant Rumblings: Soba noodles and tiki drinks are summer musts

Knead great bread? Learn to make it yourself at this local class

In the five years since Melinda Friend opened her home kitchen for intimate, hands-on bread baking instruction, more than 2000 bread enthusiasts have discovered the joy of making their own freshly baked baguettes, focaccias, seeded country breads, bagels a

Learn how to make Tim Ma's coconut risotto scallops at home

When executive chef Tim Ma was creating a scallop dish at his former restaurant -- Maple Avenue in Vienna, Virginia -- he had one goal in mind. “We just wanted coconut and Thai basil to hit each other,” he says. “We didn’t care about anything else.”At that

Curious Foods: Firefly's vegan chickpea omelet

Weekend brunch is an integral part of Washington's social fabric, but it can be a lonely meal for vegans. Fried eggs, strips of bacon and cheesy potatoes so often dominate menus, leaving few options for those who avoid animal products. It's with that stru

You can get $1 iced coffees from 21 restaurants through Aug. 19

I don't know about you but I am so over this hot and humid weather we are suffering through. Pretty much the only thing getting me through is my favorite way to beat the summer heat -- iced coffee! Lucky for us, Ritual, an order-ahead food app, is bringing

Bethesda's best healthy restaurants

Looking for a delicious meal that you’ll feel good about eating? If you’re in Bethesda, you’re in luck. Bethesda’s wellness scene is a growing one thanks to tons of fitness options (like Equinox, solidcore and PureRyde, just to name a few), and an even lon

5 sweet spots to savor sour beers

D.C. Beer Week doesn’t start till August 19, but that means you’ve only got about 10 weeks to complete your drinking prep. While lagers, porters and IPAs can be easily found, if you’re searching for sours (that trendy, deliberately tangy beer of Belgian or

Where to treat your dad this Father's Day

Dads do a lot for us, whether it's answering a midnight phone call asking why the car is making that weird noise or picking up the tab when they take you out for a beer. This Sunday, here's where you can show your dad a little love. For brunch: Where: Penn

7 places to watch, cheer and drink during the World Cup

The wait is over! After four long years, the 2018 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 14 in host nation Russia. The month-long tournament spreads soccer fever around the globe, encouraging everyone to get in on the action and celebrate the biggest party in the w

Bresca is bringing the French entrée pressed duck to D.C.

From the moment he opened Bresca, chef Ryan Ratino has not shied away from adventurous cooking. Whether he was serving up plates of linguine topped with rich, briny sea urchin tongues or foie gras cake pops, his cooking has known no borders. Partly because

The 2018 RAMMYs honors D.C.'s best kitchen talent

Restaurant Rumblings: Indian Cuisine on 14th Street and more

The D.C. food scene is constantly evolving, and it can be hard for even the biggest food fan to keep up. Restaurant Rumblings, a new bimonthly feature, is here to get you up to speed on the latest bar and restaurant news, from hot openings to exciting new

Local businesses offer free burgers, coffee, sandwiches to celebrate Caps Stanley Cup win

The D.C. area is still celebrating the Capitals winning their first Stanley Cup, and businesses are getting in on the fun by offering free food to customers.Z-Burger in Tenleytown will give away free burgers between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Friday. If a custome

Quadrant Bar is "sound aging" whiskey. Here's what you need to know

Over the weekend, Quadrant Bar and Lounge at The Ritz Carlton West End launched a new line of “sound-aged” spirits. If you are wondering what that means, you are not alone! The sound aging method claims to mimic time and age any liquor by many years in a f

DC Dunkin' Donuts are giving away FREE iced coffees after the Capitals win

The Washington Capitals are just one win away from taking home the Stanley Cup for the first time ever...AND we get free coffee!Yes, that is what D.C. sports fans get to wake up to Tuesday after the Caps stomped the Las Vegas Golden Knights in a 6-2 win in

New Kitchens On The Block gave us a taste of D.C.'s food future

Delicious freebies on National Doughnut Day!

Friday is National Doughnut Day, and here's where to score some freebies!Dunkin' Donuts is offering a free doughnut with the purchase of any beverage.Krispy Kreme is giving their customers a free doughnut with no purchase necessary. Which free doughnut

6 must-visit spots for a successful first trip to Eden Center

I’m a bit ashamed to admit that after living in D.C. for 10 years, I have never been to the much venerated Eden Center, the local mecca of Vietnamese food. But, I decided to change that this year! Eden Center is in the Seven Corners area of Falls Church an

5 new restaurants to try right now

If you’ve understandably been holed up this spring waiting for the sun to come out, it’s time to get over it. Some things are worth getting soaked for, such as checking out some of the hottest restaurants that have opened this month.Butterfly Tacos Y Torta

Restaurant Rumblings: Where to get Nashville Hot Soft Shell and more

Join DC Refined at a cocktail class at Wharf rooftop bar Whiskey Charlie

Start your Saturday on a high note and join DC Refined for a private cocktail class at one of the Wharf's stunning new rooftop bars, Whiskey Charlie, on Saturday June 2 from 2-3 p.m. Learn how to make two of Whiskey Charlie's signature cocktails: The Old S

Sip crushed ice cocktails all summer on Morris Bar's new patio

This patio season, barman David Strauss is reaching back into cocktail history for inspiration. Earlier this May, he opened the new outdoor terrace as his Morris American Bar as the Fix Bar. As the name suggests, the space offering a menu of fixes –old-tim

Veggies in your booze? These 9 drinks prove why it's so in right now

Avocados and corn in cocktails? Think beyond fruit-forward cocktails and sweet flavors this spring with these vegetable-forward cocktails found around the area. Beets, corn, carrots – the options are plenty, and these drinks not only pack a punch, but also

No Invitation? No Worries! 5 places to celebrate the Royal Wedding in D.C.

If your invitation to Saturday's Royal Wedding extravaganza got lost in the mail, don't fret -- D.C. is celebrating the exciting event in a big way. Here are five places in the District to watch the wedding while experiencing the royal treatment, with many

If you suffer from dry eyes, eat this mouthwatering dinner tonight

Omega-3 fatty acids have a fantastic reputation for heart health. But they don't always receive full credit when it's due. Studies show that these Omega-3s, like the ones found in tuna, can drastically improve dry eye symptoms--especially dry eye caused by

Restaurant Rumblings: José Andrés launches Butterfly, The Smith comes to U Street

10 brunch spots where you can make last minute Mother's Day reservations

If you've waited until the last minute you better jump on a brunch res now!

Learn how to make khachapuri, the Georgian cheesy bread of your dreams

Khachapuri is life changing. And that’s not hyperbole. Once you’ve discovered the irresistible combination of crusty dough, ooey gooey cheese, melted butter and a velvety egg yolk that ties it all together, there’s no going back.The dish is a Georgian stap

Jeremiah Langhorne wins James Beard Award for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic

From 22 semifinalists to four finalists to and then there was one we've been chronicling the 2018 James Beard Award season for you here on DC Refined. And the time has come to give a big CONGRATS to chef Jeremiah Langhorne of The Dabney on his Best Chef:Mi

The Royal Wedding Pop-Up Bar is finally here

City Winery opens in D.C. with performance from Suzanne Vega

It’s opening night at the City Winery concert space, and there’s a half-hour delay. A few gracious employees apologize to the growing crowd. A sommelier leads an impromptu tour of the first floor. And finally, the guests at this sprawling Ivy City building

The Source serves up one heck of a tasty bargain

For $100, each person gets one glass of wine or beer; a scallion roll; a scoop of shaoxing ice cream with strawberries and mint; plus family-style portions of lamb shank, eggplant and lamb sausage fried rice.

The 10 best Cinco de Mayo offerings in D.C.

Cinco de Mayo is an annual indulgence in tequila and tacos and all things Mexican. That the May 5th holiday falls on a Saturday this year is a promising arrangement for sipping frozen margaritas and snacking on nachos without the workweek looming. It won't

Hot Take: D.C. gets its first Taco Bamba

With the retirement of high-end Mexican grill Del Campo, it’s time to say hola to the lucha libre of Mexican food: Taco Bamba (777 I (EYE) Street NW). The first D.C. outpost of the NoVa group of taquerias run by Chef Victor Albisu opened in April after pro

Curious Foods: Stinging nettle gnocchi at Lupo Verde Osteria

During his childhood days in Mandello del Lario on the shores of Italy’s Lake Cuomo, chef Matteo Venini and his friends would chase each other around with bunches of nettles, doing their best to avoid the herb's stinging touch. Years later, he’s using the

Restaurant Rumblings: Brookland gets a food hall and a new brunch launches at The Line

This wistful Barmini cocktail flight will make you feel like a kid again

You can experience your childhood all over again at Barmini. Except this time, there are cocktails involved. Taking inspiration from owner José Andrés, head bartender Al Thompson and his team crafted a seven-course Nostalgia cocktail flight ($95; available

10 spots open late night so you can get your dessert on

The sun is long gone, but you're craving something sweet. Don’t worry, there are still plenty of spots where you can get your late night dessert fix. Here are our 10 current faves.Brothers and SistersAward-winning pastry chef Pichet Ong serves up stunning

Frosé is so last summer! 2018 is all about 'Schnapsicles'

You remember schnapps, right? Cheap bottles of peppermint and peach flavored hooch mixed in terrible cocktails at fraternity parties -- ringing any bells yet? But it's different in Switzerland, where artfully distilled fruit brandies are the regional tippl

This rosé season you can support a local business when drinking pink

Conor McCormack is a patient man who has grown accustomed to waiting. Whether it's the four-six day journey before his West Coast grapes arrive in D.C., or the 23 months that his Cabernet Sauvignon grapes must ferment in barrels before bottling, he knows t

D.C.'s latest themed pop-up bar caters to those with 'royal wedding fever'

If you've been giddily tracking every update surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's impending nuptials, the next pop-up bar to come from the Drink Company team is going to be right up your alley. Yes, you guessed it, a Royal Wedding PUB is next on th

Restaurant Rumblings: All-Purpose on the Anacostia, Thali Thursdays and more

Restaurant Rumblings is here to get you up to speed on the latest bar and restaurant news, from hot openings to exciting new menus.

Oodles of non-traditional noodles

Italian pasta is usually made with nothing more than flour, eggs, olive oil and salt. But in the anti-gluten age, chefs are rethinking this classic equation by subbing in a slew of creative alternatives, from mushroom stems to squid tentacles, for the norm

Oh Bey! 4 ways to indulge in your adoration of Beyoncé

We still have to wait three months before Beyoncé takes over FedEx Field with Mr. Knowles in tow. That’s a long time for fans who are always craving more Queen B in their lives. Luckily, there are four flawless ways to get some Bey right now. We promise yo

9 patios and rooftops where you can enjoy the warmer weather

With temperatures projected to hit 80 later this week, we want to spend all of our time soaking up some much-needed Vitamin D! Here are 9 of the best bar and restaurant outdoor spaces where you can catch us sipping and noshing for the foreseeable future. T

Eat more of this superfood to protect your vision

Carrots usually steal the show when it comes to vision-boosting foods. But who would have guessed that spinach is another huge supporter of eye health? This dark, leafy green is rich in lutein, zeaxanthiun and zinc--all key components in age-related macula

Winery Manners 101: How not to be a jerk in the tasting room

Warm spring weekends (which we swear are just around the corner) have a way of beckoning wine lovers to embark on road trips to the sunny patios and welcoming tasting rooms of local wineries. But unfortunately, winery visits can also bring out bad behavior

Headed to WhiskyFest DC? Here’s what to expect

Dram fans, get excited! WhiskyFest -- the leading whisk(e)y festival in North America -- returns to Washington, D.C. on April 17! Now in its third year in the District (and celebrating its 21st anniversary overall), WhiskyFest gives fans the chance to samp

The best happy hour deals in D.C. for every day of the week

There is no denying that everyone likes a good drink and food deal. But sometimes you just don't where the best deals are when the urge strikes. And that's where we come in!To make sure you always know where the best happy hour specials are each day of the

6 D.C. restaurants and bars fully embracing sustainability

Once a trend, “farm-to-table” is now virtually expected at most restaurants. But as our awareness of sourcing and sustainability grows, just being farm-to-table is not enough. Many D.C. restaurants have risen to meet the challenge, and are taking the con

Meet the new D.C. cake maker who slays on Instagram

Have a sweet tooth and love eye candy? You need to be following Broken Tart on Instagram!The cooler-than-cool cakery creates towering treats coronated with dollops of meringue and real flowers. Often there are sweet sauces – like wine caramel (which we did

13 reasons why you should visit Wilderness Run Vineyards in Fredericksburg, Va.

Restaurant Rumblings: Israeli Cooking in Cleveland Park, new brunch at Dacha and more

These photos from #dcfoodporn have us drooling

4 weekend brunch destinations worth going the distance

When you think of brunch, maybe the first thing that comes to mind is bottomless mimosas or all-you-can-eat buffets. While this may be one of the perks of the meal, usually what you end up with is a watered down OJ cocktail and a picked-over smorgasbord of

16 places to eat Easter brunch in the DMV

Ladurée Georgetown (3060 M St. NW) Ladurée will be offering a special prix-fixe Easter brunch menu to mark the holiday, available Saturday, March 31 and Sunday, April 1. Menu highlights include:First Course - Choice of granola or fruit saladSecond Course -

Meet Candy Schibly, the woman serving her coffee with a side of activism

Coffee hasn’t been a simple cup of joe for a hot minute -- we see you, direct-trade latte-art pour-over no-almond-milk-because-it’s-water-intensive hipster shops -- but Candy Schibly brings actual meaning to her brew. For her, coffee is about community and

12 indulgent foie gras preparations to luxe up your life