Marcel’s Year of Style and Taste
2015 Marks a New era with a 3.5-Star Rave from Washington Post’s Revered Food Critic of Robert Wiedmaier’s Flagship “Dinner at Marcel’s suggests luxury dining isn’t going to fade to black … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day desserts around DC
Aside from the “true love” and “kisses,” the sweetest part of Valentine’s Day is definitely the blissfully delicious desserts. That’s why we decided to do a little V-day roundup of … Continue reading
DC chefs & mixologists get “Fit for Hope” with American Cancer Society
Anthony Acinapura, chef de cuisine of Brasserie Beck, wants us to get “Fit for Hope” and help finish the fight against cancer. For the past 100 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) … Continue reading
Wiedmaier opens Mussel Bar & Grille in Arlington, VA
You would think chef Robert Wiedmaier was opening a chain of gyms in the region with the number of folks flocking to his establishments to get their plumped up mussels … Continue reading
Restaurants celebrate Julia Child’s 101st
She introduced us to French cuisine, and showed us that we could achieve it. She made us laugh, and taught us not to cry if something went wrong. Julia Child was that … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Small towns, big trends
Howdy, folks! Reporting to you live from small-town Washington D.C. Last week’s post got me thinking about the rise of small-town barbecue onto a national culinary scene—a trend that was compelling … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Inaugural Sips & Eats
Today is the day! President Barack Obama has once again taken the oath of office, marking the start of his second term as president. The inaugural festivities have, for the … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: Inaugural Blast from the Past
Yet again, another inauguration is here. There’s a unique energy about this place as outsiders join the ranks of Washingtonians, here to witness the historical event. I came across a … Continue reading
SIMONE SEZ: 12-12-12 National Cocoa Day—Toys 4 Treats
At the end of October, a number of cities along the East coast were devastated by Hurricane Sandy. Needless to say it stuck a chord with me, given the impact … Continue reading
Reveling Atlantic City
Last weekend, I took a fabulous trip to Revel Resort & Casino in Atlantic City. With all these blog posts about weekend getaways, I might seem like the ultimate jet-setter… … Continue reading
Sir Wiedmaier + DC Beer Week
Chef Robert Wiedmaier may be known around Washington, DC, as a successful restaurateur and a Harley hog rider; however, an entirely different reputation may soon be preceding him… At the … Continue reading
