The National Cherry Blossom Festival kicked off this past weekend, and with peak cherry blossom dates officially starting Wednesday, area restaurants are busy cashing in on cherry blossom fever. As we mentioned earlier, a number of local eateries are celebrating the arrival of D.C.’s famed blossoms with cherry-themed food and drinks. DCist sampled some of these creations over the weekend. From savory to sweet to boozy, there are plenty of cherry-infused treats to tempt both…

This election season, the electorate is hungry for change. Or perhaps we’re just hungry. As the presidential campaign enters its home stretch, area bars and restaurants are rolling out election-themed eats and drinks. Around town you can eat a sushi roll or hamburger that represents your favorite candidate; drink a martini that represents your true political color; watch a debate while dining on Undecider Sliders and sipping an On The Fence martini. While seasoned campaigners…