Feel Like Vegging Out?
Or, do you have strong feelings about vegetarian dining in Washington? Don’t lie, all you Eating In complainers are out there, I know it! Here’s your chance to shine. VegDC is having a contest to determine the best vegetarian restaurant in Washington. I know, I know, a contradiction of terms, but stick with me here…

With nearly 30 vegetarian-only eateries in the region, VegDC is right to start whittling down the list to get to the best. Their contest is split into restaurants by state, so you can choose three favorites, then pick the best of the three. In addition, you’ll have a chance to win “one of ten animal-friendly prizes” from the contest’s sponsors: Pangea, Perfect Organics, the Vegetarian Society of D.C., and the subtly named Compassion Over Killing.

Are you new to the veggie scene? If so, make sure to check out VegDC’s excellent guide to Washington’s no-face dining. You’ll probably be surprised at the range of vegetarian options here in town. In addition, there are several places that have good veg-food such as Food for Thought at the Black Cat or every Indian restaurant. Mortons? Not so much.

Eastern Market’s Still There. Go.
In case you haven’t noticed, or are for some reason have misunderstood what has happened with the vendors following the April 30, 2007 fire at Eastern Market, the vendors are still there, just in different forms. The Market has been pushing advertisements in the local media and neighborhood lists to make sure people know that the market is still open, and that many vendors are still selling their goods. Most, if not all, of the arts vendors and farmer stands are still there every weekend, and 8 of the inside vendors have moved outside to sell goods.

Photo from hallieW.