The second annual MICHELIN Guide Ceremony brought together New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC, for a dazzling night of culinary celebration. The event was filled with excitement as new stars were unveiled across the three cities, including the announcement of one new MICHELIN Starred restaurant in New York, three new Two-Star restaurants, and significant updates for the Washington, DC market.DC’s Highlights - This year, the DC selection includes 116 restaurants spanning 37 types of cuisine. Two new eateries earned their first MICHELIN Stars, while the highly coveted MICHELIN Green Star was awarded for the first time in the district.New One MICHELIN Stars    •    Mita: Celebrating a fusion of Vegetarian and Latin American cuisine.    •    Omakase at Barrack’s Row: Showcasing exceptional Japanese and sushi craftsmanship.New MICHELIN Green Star    •    Oyster Oyster: Recognized for its commitment to sustainability and outstanding Vegetarian/Contemporary cuisine.Special Awards: Honoring Individual ExcellenceIn addition to restaurant accolades, MICHELIN introduced four special awards celebrating outstanding contributions to the hospitality and culinary world:Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award: Thi Nguyen of Moon RabbitMichelin Outstanding Service Award: Jill Tyler of Tail Up GoatMichelin Sommelier Award: William Simons  of AlbiMichelin Young Chef Award: Carlos Delgado CAusaDC continues to establish itself as a culinary powerhouse, with its 2024 MICHELIN Guide selections showcasing the creativity and diversity of the local dining scene. From new star announcements to sustainability awards, this year’s ceremony cemented DC’s place among the country’s top dining destinations. For a list of the Bb Gourmand additions and all the restaurants who made the book visit here. 

Osteria Mozza is opening in Georgetown, and Nycci was there to check it out. Find out more in this Georgetowner article by Robert Devaney.Photo: Greg “Fritz” Blakey

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Hello everyone. Look, I am somewhere new. You may recall the four shows out at Barrel Oak Vineyards. Remember that? Every week I would drive out and let the blood pressure just drop. And what did I tell you I did after every trip? I would drive down the road from Barrel Oak into the pretty little town of Marshall. I’d stop by Red Truck Bakery for a few cookies and then I would have a late lunch at the Whole Ox where I’d order The Big Ox two 1/3 lb beef patties ground in-house with special sauce and all the fixings. Then I’d swaddle around a little in the market to pick up some wine, some amazing well-curated snacks and some steaks.I’ve always been obsessed with the Whole Ox because it’s in this little gem of a town and carries everything I want from a little independent butcher shop and market and where am I today?!The food is great there and, you know, it's kind of everything you want from an independent butcher shop and market, which sort of leads me to where I am today. So I'm across the street from the Whole OX. I am in this new gorgeous kitchen and event space called, are you ready, the Whole OX 2. Yes, they have expanded and I cannot wait to catch up with this badass butcher. Her name is Amanda Lohoyak.Listen to the full episode here and watch the full episode here.