Women Who Feed Us: Where to Eat, Sip & Support This Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, and International Women’s Day lands on March 8, which feels...
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BUMBLEBIRDS
303 Pennsylvania Avenue SE bumblebirds, a fast-casual pop-in celebrating Southern fried chicken sandwiches, spirited cocktails, and heartfelt hospitality has opened in the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of DC. Celebrity chef, bestselling author, and beloved television personality Carla Hall is partnering with DC-based Sunnyside Restaurant Group, the family-run restaurant company led by The Mendelsohns—Cathy, Harvey, Micheline, and Spike—to share a concept that’s equal parts flavor, fun, and personal history. Hall brings her signature cooking style and favorite Southern flavors home, anchored by recipes inspired by her grandmother and a menu designed for repeat cravings. Expect crispy fried chicken sandwiches with regionally inspired toppings, golden tenders and nuggets, and a variety of homestyle sides including Southern biscuits, a pimento cheese board, and kettle chips fried onsite. Bumblebirds will feature an Iced Tea and Lemonade Bar, plus Southern-inspired cocktails crafted by renowned mixologist Andra “AJ” Johnson.Photo by Vina Sananikone
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SKILETTE
PROJECTED OPENING: Fall 2026 3246 Prospect Street NW Skillette, a DC-based cooking school and culinary lifestyle house from founder Kelly Singer, is opening its first permanent studio this fall in Georgetown. Inspired by the culinary culture of Paris, the space will serve as Skillette’s flagship and a hub for hands-on classes, gatherings and curated retail. Skillette will introduces a first-of-its-kind retail and culinary concept to the neighborhood, blending education, community and shopping in one space. The 1,525-square-foot space will offer a cooking school, an atelier and gathering room for shared meals and culinary experiences. Designed to feel like a chef’s working home, the space will offer immersive culinary education and programming, including a core technique curriculum, the five-day Mid-Atlantic Culinary Program, seasonal and master classes, chef residencies, kids programs, and custom corporate and private events.
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BYOH: Bring Your Own Haggadah
Why is this night different from all other nights? Because Passover comes with stories, tradition, and really good food when done right. Whether you’re hosting a Seder, heading out to one, or just looking for Passover-friendly ways to eat well all week long, the DMV has options that make observing the holiday feel manageable. And while no on makes Matzoh Brie as good as your mom, you can honor the tradition and still enjoy every bite.Capital Jewish Museum: Join the Capital Jewish Museum on Thursday, March 26th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at their 3rd Annual untraditional Passover Seder. Read from their community Haggadah, clink glasses over stories old and new, and connect over charoset and horseradish, and find inspiration around the table.Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak, & Stone Crab: Celebrate Passover with a prix-fixe holiday menu of traditional favorites like Gefilte Fish with red beet horseradish, Chopped Liver or Suzy Friedman’s Vegetarian Chopped Liver with bibb lettuce salad, and Matzo Ball Soup. For the main course, choose from Herb Roasted Chicken, Braised Short Rib, and Wild Alaskan Halibut en Papillote, all served with Ginger Glazed Carrots and Potato Pancakes. End with a slice of Flourless Chocolate Cake or Key Lime Pie. The Passover dinner is $79.95 for adults and $34.95 for children aged 12 and under, plus tax (gratuity not included). Available Wednesday, April 1st and Thursday, April 2nd from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.Mon Ami Gabi (Bethesda): Mon Ami Gabi is offering a Passover menu for dine-in or carryout on Wednesday, April 1 – Thursday, April 2. The holiday menu features traditional dishes like Matzo Ball Soup, Housemade Gefilte Fish, Slow-Braised Beef Brisket, and more, available for $64.95 per adult and $26.95 per child aged 12 and younger, plus tax (gratuity not included). For those celebrating at home, carryout orders can be placed four days before intended pickup at 5:00 PM, with pickup times from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM on Wednesday, April 1 – Thursday, April 2. Each carryout order will be cold-packed with reheating instructions.Prescription Chicken: Prescription Chicken is offering a variety of Passover Packages to help make this holiday even more delicious! During Passover, all are welcome at the holiday table, and we are donating 5% of Passover-related sales to World Central Kitchen. Orders will be delivered or available for pickup on March 27th.SABABA: SABABA is celebrating Passover with a lineup of seasonal specials prepared by Executive Chef Ryan Moore, created exclusively for the occasion. They will offer a curated selection of a la carte Passover dishes from Wednesday, April 1 - Thursday, April 9, available for both dine-in and to-go (with the exception of dessert). Highlights include Charoset, Braised Salmon in Chraimeh, Braised Beef Brisket, and more.Summer House (North Bethesda): From Wednesday, April 1 – Thursday, April 2, Chef Ink Barrack presents a multi-course meal complete with traditional dishes like Matzo Ball Soup, Braised Short Rib, Flourless Chocolate Cake, and more. The prix fixe menu is available for $64.95 per person and $26.95 per child aged 12 years and younger, plus tax (gratuity not included). Passover specials are also available a la carte. Celebrating at home? Preorder your Passover dinner for pickup on Tock by Monday, March 30 at 12:00 PM for pick up on Wednesday, April 1 – Thursday, April 2 between 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
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St. Patrick’s Day in the DMV: A Multi-Day...
Nycci Nellis of TheListAreYouOnIt.com is tracking all the St. Patrick’s Day festivities happening across the DMV, highlighting a multi-day celebration packed with food, drinks, and lively events. The festivities kick off early with several multi-day whiskey-focused celebrations featuring Irish favorites, Guinness, and classic dishes. On March 14, guests can enjoy a waterfront VIP Irish experience with whiskey tastings and live music, while neighborhood spots host all-day celebrations and themed events. Alexandria joins in with a city-wide bar crawl, and a long-running St. Baldrick’s Day event on March 15 offers a meaningful way to celebrate while raising funds for pediatric cancer research. On St. Patrick’s Day itself, iconic pubs across Capitol Hill and Northern Virginia deliver all-day parties filled with Irish music, whiskey, and community spirit. Nycci’s top advice: pace yourself, enjoy the hearty Irish fare, and remember it’s a marathon, not a sprint.
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Industry Night: RPM Italian DC: How Great...
In this episode of Industry Night, Nycci Nellis kicks off her new residency at RPM Italian in Washington, DC, going behind the scenes of one of the city’s most dynamic dining rooms.Filmed inside RPM Italian in Mount Vernon Triangle, this conversation brings together the people who make the experience sing:– Richard Hanauer, Operational Beverage Partner, on building RPM’s award-winning wine program and bespoke single-vineyard “house wines”– Chef Massimo Vicidomini, Executive Chef, on handmade pastas, and seasonal sourcing– Boo Kim, General Manager, on hospitality and creating a room guests want to return toTogether, they unpack what it takes to build a restaurant where wine isn’t intimidating, pasta is made by hand daily, and service feels effortless. Power lunch or date night. Listen to the full episode here and watch it here.
