Pizzeria Paradiso Is Opening A New Wood-Fired Pizza Restaurant in DC
Pizzeria Paradiso owner Ruth Gresser admits she’s not one for rapid expansion. Since opening the original Dupont Circle location 26 years ago, the wood-fired pizza pioneer has only debuted three other...
View ArticleJenna and Barbara Bush Still Have Favorite Places in Washington
George W. Bush’s daughters haven’t lived in Washington for years, but this month finds them in town again to promote their bestselling cowritten memoir. We asked for some of their favorite local spots....
View ArticleWashingtonian Recommends: Where to Find the Best Pizza Around DC
Who dishes up the best pizza around DC? We’ve found destination-worthy pies at the best restaurants in town, plus others that are perfect for a delivery craving on the couch. All-Purpose 1250 Ninth...
View ArticleWashingtonian Recommends: The Best Restaurants in Georgetown for Every Budget
Georgetown is known as DC’s toniest neighborhood, but there are plenty of dining options for every budget and whim—from affordable vegetarian tacos to spendy steaks, A-list haunts, and places to drink...
View Article10 New Bars and Restaurants to Try Around DC
Yangs 1358 H St., NE Three fantastic things—hot pot, cold beer, and tacos—converge on H Street. Maketto chef/owner Erik Bruner-Yang has taken over Impala Cantina with the new concept, which may stay if...
View ArticleSix DC Restaurant Power Players Talk Politics in the Dining Room and VIPs
Earlier this week, a group of DC dining power players gathered at the National Press Club to discuss a touchy topic for many business owners: politics, and how they should (and should not) play out in...
View ArticlePizzeria Paradiso Has Permanently Closed in Alexandria After a Decade
Pizza pioneer Ruth Gresser has closed the Old Town, Alexandria location of Pizzeria Paradiso after a decade on King Street. The restaurant has been dark due to Covid-19 since March. Gresser cites...
View Article6 Fun Food Events Around DC
It’s Noodle Week at Chiko, the trio of Chinese-Korean fast-casual spots. Tonight, April 22, guest chef Spike Mendelsohn is honoring Earth Day with a special “Eat The Change” stirfry ($16). Daily...
View ArticleSomeone Stole a 3,500 Pound Mobile Pizza Oven From Pizzeria Paradiso
In 2019, Pizzeria Paradiso commissioned a custom, mobile brick oven to cater festivals and events. The distinctive orange and blue Marra Forni oven was tiled with the restaurant’s name and cost about...
View Article14th Street’s Veteran Cork Market & Wine Bar Expands to Spring Valley
One of the best food trends to come out of the pandemic—at least from this avid home cook’s perspective—is the rise of restaurant-markets, whether it’s chefs opening their larders to the public, or...
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