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Mango with sticky rice by Jason Hutchens Dish of the Week: Mango with sticky rice Where: Banana Leaves, Beau Thai, Nava Thai, most Thai restaurants In the immortal words of Marge Simpson, "Fruit is nature's candy," and few things are sweeter than ripe mango over a bed of sticky... continue reading on DCist

Drink of the Week: Avocado smoothie Where: Pho 14, Pho Viet Why do so many people love avocados? It's not just about their mild, slightly citrusy taste; it's the rich, creamy texture that makes guacamole the perfect foil to a crunchy tortilla chip or a decadent surprise tucked inside... continue reading on DCist

Photo by jasja dekker. Dish of the week: inari Where: Kotobuki, Kushi In the world of nigiri sushi, fish is king, but that doesn't mean there aren't other delicious options. Inari is not the most beautiful piece of sushi out there, especially compared to a glistening, gem-like slice of... continue reading on DCist

If you need some high-quality sausage in your life, there's one place you should get to: Eastern Market. It can be easy to miss if you're wading through the crowds on a busy weekend, but the market's South Hall is a veritable sausage mecca. Home to an absolutely dizzying array... continue reading on DCist

Nutella crepe by philliefan99. Dish of the Week: Crepes with Nutella Where: Crepe Amour, Crepes at the Market, Crepes on the Walk, Point Chaud Café, Crepes on the Corner Some might call Valentine's Day a thinly veiled consumerist holiday drummed up by the greeting card and floral industry. I... continue reading on DCist