When my sister booked a reservation at Mastro’s Steakhouse during D.C.’s Restuarant Week, I didn’t hesitate to accept the invitation.
Continue ReadingMastro’s Steakhouse D.C. Wowed Me, then Bored Me
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When in Portland, Mother’s Knows Best (Entree-Size Read)
The question I asked myself: Is how can I do Mother’s Bistro enough justice through words to get you to pack your bags to Portland with the sole intention of going there?
Continue ReadingLove It or Hate It, Mustard Pizza is Having A Moment (Bite-Size Read)
MUSTARD ON PIZZA!? When the news broke a week and a half ago about mustard pizza, it became quite controversial. Most people’s stance on this was synonymous to the crazed Britney Spears fan from a couple years back. “LEAVE PIZZA ALONE!” I’m not a pizza purist. I’m firmly planted on the unconventional side […]
Continue ReadingHow to Avoid Choking On Popeye’s Biscuits (Bite-Size Read)
It is no secret that Popeye’s biscuits are some of the thickest around and have been clogging the airways of unsuspecting patrons for years.
Continue ReadingDon’t Get It Twisted, Miracle Whip Is Not Mayonnaise
Say it with me: “Miracle whip is dressing, not mayonnaise”, according to Kraft.
Continue ReadingHOLY PINTO BEAN! Chipotle is Giving Away Free Guac Tommorrow
It’s a special day for avocado lovers everywhere. In less than 24-hours, you can order your burrito bowl and have your gauc too.. for FREE Why? Chipotle is celebrating #NationalAvocadoDay by giving away free guacamole. And before you get your knickers in a bunch, it’s one serving per a meal. & Here are a […]
Continue ReadingThe 2nd Annual Jollof Festival Is Coming to D.C. (& a Few Other Places)
So I heard through a little birdie, The Jollof Festival is coming to D.C.’s Union Market on July 7th, and as the name implies: buying a ticket will grant you access to a whole lot of Jollof; well, a serving at least. To keep the jollof stewing, I also heard there will be local […]
Continue ReadingFor 2 Years, I’ve Trusted These 11 Kitchen Tools for Every Recipe
When I started buying the “essentials”–assembling my kitchen tool-by-tool, the same way a superhero assembles a team of other superheroes each carrying a unique ability– I kept running into the same wall. A wall plastered with articles of essential tools a cook can’t live without and living without them in everyday use. I […]
Continue ReadingExpand your Stomach, Feast Portland’s Schedule Is LIVE + Tickets COMING SOON!
Guess what? Feast Portland has released their 2018 schedule out into the world! Fiiiiinally. Why Do You Need to Be There? Calling all food enthusiasts, Bon Appetit’s Feast Portland is the place to be in September! Imagine the weather, the ingredients and the PASSION and creativity infused into every crumb of food you eat. […]
Continue ReadingA Week-Long Money Diary Inspired by “Food is Life”
You know, I spend a lot of money on food but only because: 1) I don’t spend excessively on things like clothes, and other material luxuries or services. 2) I’m pretty simple; I pay my bills, save some, and eat most of what’s left away. And how can I feel bad, when the food treats […]
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