2023 James Beard Award Semifinalists Announced

January 26, 2023

In a Jan. 25 New York City press release, the James Beard Foundation (JBF) announced its 2023 Restaurant and Chef Awards Semifinalists with nominees to be announced on March 29 […]

Laura’s Soft Amaretti Cookies

January 5, 2023

I love the flavor of almond. It comes across, at least to me, as such a natural flavor. It makes me feel as if I’m eating something healthful as it […]

Laura’s Gluten-Free Linzer Cookies

December 15, 2022

These linzer torte cookies — aka gluten-free linzer cookies — are not only delicious, but quick and easy. The recipe is egg-free as well with a vegan option. I did […]

Grand Openings for L’Avant-Garde and Yellow Cafe

December 7, 2022

Georgetowners have been anticipating the debut of these two restaurants for quite some time. They open this week. L’Avant-Garde L’Avant-Garde, a contemporary brasserie by Fady Saba along with storied Michelin-starred […]

Cookie and Kate: Buffalo Cauliflower

December 1, 2022

By Cookie and Kate This buffalo cauliflower recipe has been a long time coming. I’m glad to get it to you just before the big game! This recipe is a vegetarian […]

Thanksgiving Dining Specials Around Town 

November 14, 2022

Wondering where to eat this Thanksgiving? Thankfully, we have six options around town for the perfect dining-out holiday meal.  The Henri   1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW   Prefer to eat Thanksgiving at […]

Cookie and Kate: Simple Healthy Slaw

November 3, 2022

By Cookie and Kate Let’s talk about this healthy slaw recipe. It’s proof that sometimes, the most humble of ingredients can make for the best recipes. Take cheap cabbage, with all […]

Cookie and Kate: Healthy Apple Muffins

October 27, 2022

By Cookie and Kate It’s apple muffin time! You all really seem to love my banana muffins, pumpkin muffins and carrot muffins and the blueberry muffins in my cookbook. Today, apple muffins are joining the club. Like the others […]

Cookie and Kate: Dark Chocolate Mini Peanut Butter Cups

October 20, 2022

By Cookie and Kate Do I have your full attention? Excellent. These homemade chocolate treats are essentially grown-up, homemade Reese’s peanut butter cups. I make my peanut butter cups with […]

Embassy Chef Challenge: China, Mexico, Philippines, Pakistan Winners


After a two-year hiatus, attendees of the Events DC 2022 Embassy Chef Challenge kicked off the inaugural International City Food Festival Oct. 13 at the Kogod Courtyard, as they traveled […]