I have recently looked at some of the aspects of Prohibition on the Hill, looking at the raids of 1931, as well as the production of liquor here. That still leaves one important aspect of the alcohol trade unexplained: The sale thereof. Most was, of course, sold under the counter at establishments that sold “near […]
While it can be fun having our neighborhood be the focus of the planet for a few days it is also sweet relief when the barricades come down and we return to our kind of normal. How shall we celebrate? We’ve got some great theatre happening this weekend so grab some dinner and drinks and […]
Did you know today is National Pie Day? Even better, the folks at Dangerously Delicious Pies on H Street are offering a 20 percent discount on all pies today. Also, from 5 p.m. to midnight, the shop is hosting a “Date Night” special: two slices of savory and sweet pie and two drinks for $20. […]
Food halls seem to be the new trend in the District. Eastern Market started this trend like a thousand years ago, so perhaps it’s a trend that’s rebounding (what’s old is new again?). Union Market in Northeast recently opened its doors, offering gourmet lamb sausage, empanadas, and New York style egg creams. The Capitol Riverfront […]