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BARTACO: PIKE & ROSE
11886 Grand Park Avenue, North Bethesda, MD bartaco will be coming soon to North Bethesda’s Pike & Rose development, to offer an upscale, yet relaxed dining experience inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay and Southern California. The restaurant will deliver a fresh take on upscale street food with a coastal vibe——tacos, rice bowls, poke, soups, salads, and desserts—as well as an extensive beverage menu with specialty cocktails made with fresh, juiced-to-order citrus. bartaco aims to provide the perfect spot for guests to escape and enjoy globally inspired tacos and bold flavors in a welcoming atmosphere. For more information, click here.
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BOUBOULINA
11580 Old Georgetown Road, North Bethesda, MD Bouboulina, a new full-service American grill influenced by Mediterranean cuisine, will has opened on the street level of the new 915 Meeting Street Office in North Bethesda’s Pike & Rose development. This new 3,080 square-foot concept from Ted Xenohristos, Dimitri Moshovitis, and Ike Grigoropoulos is the group's third concept in Pike & Rose (Melina and Julii). The restaurant is named for Bouboulina, who commanded her own fleet and private army during the Greek War of Independence. The restaurant features a wood-fired grill, premium steak cuts, fresh seafood, and more. For more information, visit their website here.Photo by Deb Lindsey
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Nowruz 2025: Celebrating Persian New Year in...
Spring is here, and with it comes Nowruz, the Persian New Year. This March 20th brings a celebration of renewal, fresh beginnings, and delicious traditions. Restaurants and bakeries across the DMV are marking the occasion with festive menus, special dishes, and cultural celebrations. Think fragrant sabzi polo and tender kebabs to sweet shirini and symbolic haft-sin displays, there are plenty of ways to join the festivities. For ways to celebrate the holiday, visit here.
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Eater: Moon Rabbit hosts top female pastry...
This Sellout Collab Pizza in D.C. Is Here to Stay; Plus, a Mount Pleasant mainstay celebrates seven years, Moon Rabbit hosts top female pastry chefs (featuring mini interviews by Nycci Nellis), and more intel from Emily Venezky for Eater DC, here.Photo: Maria Rebrikova for Slice & Pie
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Nycci's Can't-Miss NYE 2025 Parties
Ring in the 2025 with a bash! Nycci has you covered with the new year's parties in the DC area! Listen now.
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Industry Night: There's Nothing Like a Dame
As March unfolds, we honor National Women's Month by spotlighting the remarkable women leaders in food, wine, and hospitality. Our panel consists of esteemed members from Les Dames d’Escoffier, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women through grants, mentoring, scholarships, and educational programs. With 29 chapters worldwide and a dynamic presence in DC, Les Dames d’Escoffier fosters community and support for women striving to excel in the industry.Joining us today are:Lori Gardner, President of the Washington DC Regional Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International and a prominent food writer in DCKatherine Miller, recognized by Fortune and Food & Wine magazines for her innovative contributions to the food and beverage sectorMicheline Mendolsohn, Deputy CEO of Sunnyside Restaurant Group, overseeing ventures like We the Pizza and Good Stuff EateryChef Danielle Turner, Chef & CEO of Forklift Media, creating high-quality culinary content for digital and print mediaTogether, they will share their experiences, discuss the challenges women face in the hospitality industry, and highlight the importance of supporting one another. Join us as we explore the impactful stories of women leading and shaping the future of food, wine, and hospitality in the DMV area. Lizten to the full episode here or watch it here.
