Business Ins & Outs: 1310 Provisions, J. Crew, Amorino Gelato, Citibank, Flor, Cafe Divan

August 18, 2025

In: Amorino Gelato at 34th & M Amorino Gelato Al Naturale opened Aug. 15 in the space, formerly occupied by the Georgetown Running Co. — and, before that, Poseurs bar […]

Update on Georgetown’s Extended Sidewalks and Streateries

August 11, 2025

By the Georgetown Business Improvement District Georgetown’s streatery program launched in 2021 and fueled Georgetown’s post-pandemic economic recovery. It continues to shape our public realm and has further activated our […]

Business Ins & Outs: Reverie, Georgetown Preschool, Blossom Daily

August 4, 2025

Out: Reverie’s Last Day Is Oct. 4. A Michelin-starred restaurant by chef Johnny Spero that survived the pandemic and a 2022 fire will serve its last meal on Oct. 4. […]

 After All That, Council Passes $22-Billion Budget    


After months of agony, weeks of heated discussions and two hot (literally and physically) days of considering last-minute amendments (some on issues believed to be long resolved), the Council of […]

Record Number of Restaurants to Close; Council Meets Again on Initiative 82

July 28, 2025

The District Council is voting on Monday, July 28, whether or not to reconsider a controversial local law that raised the minimum wage for all restaurant workers, including thousands who […]

Yala Greek Ice Cream: Hellenic Flavors In Georgetown

July 17, 2025

By Caroline Woodward  Yala Greek Ice Cream, the self-described “first authentic Greek ice cream shop in America,” is opening its inaugural U.S. shop in Georgetown, bringing new style and flavors […]

A Culinary Voice Recognized: Linda Roth’s RAMMY Win 

July 16, 2025

Linda Roth has never run a restaurant kitchen, but she’s helped shape the identity of countless dining rooms across the city. A trusted publicist, strategist, and storyteller, Roth has spent […]

News Bytes: DC Water, Rock Creek Parkway


DC Water to Begin Canal Road Slope Stabilization  DC Water reports that it “will begin slope stabilization work along Canal Road Northwest starting around mid-August … before construction at the […]

Business Ins & Outs: Ateliers Jacob, Amorino Gelato, Hästens

July 14, 2025

In: Ateliers Jacob Ateliers Jacob, the Canadian cabinetry manufacturer, opened its U.S. flagship showroom July 7 in Georgetown’s Design District at 3330 Cady’s Alley NW. The company tells us: “Ateliers Jacob’s 3,300-square-foot showroom provides high-end […]

One Year In: Next ChaptHER Launches Microgrant, Thanks Community


By Maren Fagen The women’s empowerment group Next ChaptHER announced a new grant and reflected on one year of their work at their first birthday party July 9. On the […]