What is that saying about April showers? Seems like we can’t shake them this month, with every day bringing a chance of sprinkles or thunderstorms. Or hail. Or hurricane winds. Hopefully you can enjoy the weekend in and around the Hill rain or shine. Whether you’re hunting for Easter Eggs, hyped up on Peeps, or […]
The bargain-hunting folks at LivingSocial.com have decided to increase their offerings with new Instant Deals–coupons that are for day-of savings and for very limited timeframes. They kick off this program this week all over the city, with specials tonight at Pound Coffee ($15 to spend between 5:00 and 9:00 pm tonight for $10) and Rock […]
We have an appetizing little update on our news from weeks and weeks ago on a new commercial neighbor on Seventh Street SE: an in-house charcuterie; cheeses; a large wine selection; ales; and a “fresh progressive menu,” with chef Brendan Tharp, formerly of Baltimore’s Blue Hill Tavern, at the helm. Forgive the mixed metaphor, but […]
It’s difficult not to have knee jerk reactions to change. Especially big change, and when Hine Junior High at Eastern Market is torn down, the building that’s going up will indeed be big. It’s the source of much anxiety and concern for some residents, a much anticipated boost in the arm for commerce and density […]
What a month…weather locally took a back seat in the news to weather-related events abroad. The Hill has seen its share of excitement in the past four weeks. We’ve had our streets shut down for elephants, marathons, and the boring old presidential motorcade. We have a new coffee shop on Pennsylvania Avenue (welcome Pound Coffee) […]