Nate Anda, who has specialized in pushing the envelope of the everyday protein, is currently readying to take the next leap: into the brick-and-mortar business. Red Apron's 709 D Street NW storefront should open in a few months, and it'll be, well, everything a meat-lover could possibly want.
Tube Meat Week: Nate Anda of Red Apron
The Weekly Feed: Vote for Pedro Edition
You can’t help but smile when you see some version of tater tots on a menu.
More Freedom For Food Trucks Under New Rules
It looks like it might be smoother sailing for food trucks in the District under a new set of rules published today that would regulate where, when and how they can operate throughout the city.
Pizzaiolo Edan MacQuaid to Open Restaurant on 14th Street
Pizzaiolo Edan MacQuaid, whose impressive resume includes 2 Amys, Red Rocks, Pizzeria Orso and Local 16, is set to open a pizza place at 1832 14th Street NW in partnership with one of the owners of Local 16, Aman Ayoubi.
Gray and Councilmembers Are Big Fans of The Hamilton
The Hamilton, a sprawling, two-story restaurant and live music venue owned by the Clyde's Restaurant Group in the space previously occupied by the Borders Books and Music at 14th and F streets NW, received its official blessing today from District officials.
The Weekly Feed: Whodat Yat Edition
Everyone has a go-to bar drink. It's reserved for the time when maybe you've had a long day and you just want something old and familiar without all the complications.
The Weekly Feed: Hop To It Edition
Many folks like to welcome the New Year (whether Julian or Lunar) by eating foods they consider lucky. I'll also be celebrating with something close home: Hoppin’ John or black-eyed peas.
DCist's Favorite Dishes of 2011
A look back at a busy year in the D.C. food scene, along with some of the staff's favorite dishes they ate in 2011.
D.C. Restaurant Renames Itself Fujimori; Don't Worry, Peruvian Leader Still in Jail for Human Rights Crimes
Lima Restaurant will reopen in 2012 as a new restaurant called Fujimori. The restaurant portion of the K Street NW property—Lima Lounge will remain in the basement—will serve food inspired by Asian migration to Latin America.
Eataly Narrows Down Search to a Few Large D.C. Locations
In July, we reported that celebrity Chef Mario Batali's Italian food-and-drink emporium Eataly would open in D.C. sometime in 2012, and it looks like real estate agents have identified three to four possible locations for it.
2012 Winter Restaurant Week Announced
The 2012 Winter Restaurant Week dates have been announced -- January 9-15.
Eat Your Values
Via BoingBoing, we find a report by the Restaurant Opportunities Center United that ranks eateries across the country based on not only how good their food might be, but also how good they are to their workers.
The Weekly Feed: Alouette Edition
Recently, Poste Brasserie appointed Dennis Marron of Jackson 20 as its new executive chef, and he has revamped the menu with many French bistro classics. Among my favorites -- tete sliders.
The Boys (and Girls) of Movember
This month, you might have noticed some rather unattractive facial hair on a number of men. For some, it was No Shave November. But for others, the month was Movember.
Heritage India's Future Not Looking Good
Yesterday, we discussed how D.C. Police Chief Cathy Lanier has sparingly used her emergency powers to shut down bars and restaurants after violent incidents. Now it looks like Heritage India, the site of a fight which led to a shooting that left one man dead last weekend, is faced with much more than having its doors shuttered for 96 hours.
DCist's Local Holiday Shopping Guide: Food
This is the first in a series of holiday shopping guides that focus on small businesses, and local stores, producers and purveyors. We're going to kick it off with our favorite places to grab food-related gifts.
Ireland's Four Fields Forever! (Or Until April 2012)
Cleveland Park's Ireland's Four Fields is sticking around, at least for another few months.
The Weekly Feed: Strained Yogurt Edition
A dish I've come to fancy lately is labneh, a staple in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurants and other eateries with a penchant for small dishes.
The Weekly Feed: Mystery Date Edition
American Ice Company's Twist the Knife Sloely: surely the most delicious liquid tribute to Napalm Death you'll find in this town.
D.C. Joins the Food Day Movement
Happy Food Day, Washington! October 24, from here on out, is now a day that America can collectively become more conscious about food safety, responsible food production and healthy and affordable food.
Penn Quarter Jaleo To Get Remodel
Jose Andres, perhaps inspired by the swanky green room he lounged in before making an appearance on Conan earlier this week, will soon be giving the Penn Quarter branch of his Jaleo chain a brand new look.
D.C. Remains a Vegetarian Stronghold
Last year, to the bewilderment of many a west coast transplant, the District was named as the country's most "veg-friendly" city. As it turns out, we appear to have defended that title, at least to a certain extent.
The Weekly Feed: Pork Pandemonium Edition
This week we pay homage to the most glorious breakfast meat of all time -- bacon.
Early-to-Rise Brunchers Can Soon Get Sunday Fix
Until recently, if you wanted a Bloody Mary with your Sunday brunch, you'd have to wait until 10 a.m. But as of last week, early morning Sunday drinking became a possibility, as restaurants were given the go-ahead to apply to serve alcohol starting at 8 a.m.
Fiola Among Esquire's Top 20 New Restaurants
Italian newcomer Bibiana Fiola made Esquire's 2010 2011 list of the top 20 best new American restaurants.
Toki Underground to Host Eddie Huang Pop-up in October
Toki Underground will be hosting Chef Eddie Huang of New York's Baohaus for a pop-up event on October 14 and 15 starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, and 5 p.m. on Saturday.
The Weekly Feed: All Twisted Up Edition
With Oktoberfest upon us, we've got our minds on beer -- and how to make or get a soft pretzel to go with it.

