Living in a city that is constantly flooded with tourists for most of my life, you learn to be cool and nonchalant about all the amazing things your city has to offer. New Yorkers don’t go to the Statue of Liberty or the Empire State Building except on school trips or with out-of-town guests. So…
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Ms. Vedral Goes to Washington: Bourbon
New Yorkers, as a rule, do not impress easily. When we say that we’ve seen it all, we mean it. A simple ride on any subway will show this to be true. We live surrounded by historic landmarks and film crews shooting movies across the street from our iconic buildings. I saw my first transvestite…
Die Antwoord: Huh?
A heady brew converged upon Nightclub 9:30 (for more on the history and identity of the 930 Club, see here) last night to see the Zef movement’s crown jewel, Die Antwoord. Emerging from total obscurity in 2010, this hip-hop outfit crept onto the scene with a bizarre mix of rap, electronica, and world music. The…
America Eats Tavern: Isn’t This That New Jose Andres Place?
I suppose there are two distinct kinds of Washingtonians: those who care about Jose Andres and those who do not. Maybe you don’t care that he has brought the purposeful and flavorful cooking of his Spanish homeland to our Bloomin’ Onion nation. That’s your prerogative. And I pity you. Jose Andres is the creator/owner/name behind…
Boundary Road: (P)review
Boundary Road, the long-awaited tavern and eatery at 414 H Street NE, is officially opening on Monday after a series of delays, according to their Facebook page. Aside from the wagon-wheel chandelier upstairs, the decor looks great (lots of wood and exposed brick) and their drink menu looks quite inventive, including one made with…
Fruit Bat: Mellow Delight
Like the 90’s R&B soundtrack on its stereo, Fruit Bat on a Thursday night is mellow and delicious. Between the homey feel of The Pug and the electic and sometimes shocking vibe at The Red Palace, Fruit Bat is a gem on H Street. Between wild and divey, it’s just the right kind of relaxed…
Sticky Rice: Yeah, We Do Brunch Now
That’s right folks. You suspected that Sticky Rice had gone mainstream before now. But brunch? Yes, brunch. No longer do you need to hit up Mandu for Asian-style weekend brunch specials; now you can go to Sticky Rice and not miss out on tots! The brunch menu at the newly expanded (a new annex and…
On the Ground: Sad Umbrella
Hope you brought your umbrella. It’s going to rain today. Just ask the Internet.
Ask Rob: Winter Blues
What’s a good way to avoid the post-holidays doldrums? I get so bummed after New Year’s every year. What can I do this time? After the rush and excitement of Christmas and New Year’s, you may feel a letdown when you go back to work and everyday life. This is perfectly normal. If you tend…
DC Style Is Real 