Cook on a Whim: Classic Crème Brûlée

October 10, 2019

This is sneaky, sexy French simplicity at its finest — four simple ingredients composed in a way that mystifies people while simultaneously knocking their socks off.

Michelin Giveth, Taketh Away Stars

October 3, 2019

Four D.C.-area restaurants joined the Michelin club: Gravitas, Maydan, Little Pearl and Sushi Nakazawa.

Cook on a Whim: Equestrian Season Cheese Board


Whether you’re practicing, competing or spectating, no doubt there will be lots of good food to add to the experience. The perfect fit for the sport’s sophistication? A seasonal cheese board.

Cook on a Whim: Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Muffins

September 26, 2019

Sugar, spice and everything nice. These muffins are soft, moist and stuffed with tangy cream cheese.

Cook on a Whim: Roasted Carrots and Parsnips With Tahini Dressing

September 19, 2019

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly veggie side, these roasted carrots and parsnips are just the thing. This dish is easy on the budget, healthy and a cinch to prepare.

Cook on a Whim: Cinnamon Maple Pecan Granola

September 12, 2019

This cinnamon maple pecan granola is so, so good and it makes the house smell like sweet cinnamon as it bakes. Dare I say it’s refined sugar-free, vegan and gluten-free?

Cook on a Whim: Paleo Portobello Mushroom Stir Fry

September 5, 2019

This stir fry hits all the right notes: salty, spicy, really savory with a tiny hint of sweet. The portobellos are beefy and satisfying and the ginger, garlic, chilis and soy give it the flavor and balance of a classic Asian dish.

New Restaurant From Peacock Cafe Opens on P St.

September 4, 2019

The modern Persian restaurant near Dupont Circle is named after 1978, the year the Farivar brothers came to the United States from Iran.

Capital One Café Opens in Georgetown

August 28, 2019

Besides the brews and sweets provided by its partner, Peet’s Coffee, the corner spot has desks, couches, private nooks, meeting rooms and a conference table with a television and screen projector.

Cook on a Whim: Raspberry Jam Brownies


These raspberry jam brownies are rich, chewy on the edges and soft and gooey in the middle, with pockets of sweet jam and little bursts of fresh berries and delicious nuggets of Theo Raspberry Chocolate.