Rest in Peace Chris

So sad to hear the news that one of our DC friends passed away.  Chis Crowe always lit up the room with his big smile. Chris loved food just as much as me and always had the best travel stories.  We will always remember and miss you.

Sips and Bites Special at J and G Steakhouse Wine Bar

Starting tomorrow, make your way over to J and G Steakhouse for a new Sips and Bites Menu.  You can't beat this deal!  Choose one pairing for $8 or three for $20. Available Monday through Friday in the Wine Bar, a hidden gem on the lower level of J and G Steakhouse in the W Hotel.  Every option is delicious.

Iceland: Grilled

For our third restaurant of the evening at Food and Fun in Iceland, Guest Chef Chris Parsons from Massachusetts started us off with a plate of art featuring Icelandic Arctic char at Grilled.  With a delicate taste and rosy flesh, Icelandic arctic char is a light and refined alternative to salmon.  It is one of the northernmost fresh water fish found in Iceland.  Chris did an excellent job with the presentation.

Overview: Kababji Grill

Capital Cooking Kababji Grill - slide show
Photos by Lauren DeSantis

I was pleasantly surprised to taste the food at Kababji Grill.  The house made pita chips and Lebanese olives are a perfect way to start the meal.  The hummus is so fresh and creamy and the Baba Ghannouj has a rich smoky flavor from grilling the eggplant over charcoal.  I loved the grape leaves, fried cheese rolls, kebbeh and yogurt sauce.  Kababji would be  a great place to stop in for a full meal or  even for appetizers and cocktails.  The bar is spacious and I've heard they make mojitos with their homemade mint infused lemonade.  Fabulous for the summer or anytime of year and their patio will be opening soon.