Über-Chef Thomas Keller will be at Williams-Sonoma in the Mazza Gallerie tomorrow signing copies of his cookbook, Ad Hoc at Home. The event, which begins at 5 p.m., unfortunately penalizes those who may have purchased their cookbook long ago — Keller will only be signing books purchased at Williams-Sonoma. While it may be sound business practice, it’s a shame that this punishes those who were early adopters of the book. For those who are…

Dish of the Week: Tom yum soup This recent up and down weather has left a number of people we know nursing colds, myself included. Aside from downing various over-the-counter medications, I decided to turn to a little bit of homeopathy. Chicken soup has been shown to slow the movement of neutrophils (specialized white blood cells) toward the respiratory system, lessening your body’s fast train to mucus hell. Some swear by onions, garlic, and ginger…

Dr. Granville Moore’s Brickyard officially opened its doors this weekend, and with much avail. Located at 1238 H Street NE, this Belgian influenced pub has a great deal to offer, which was obvious with the number of people who showed up for the “soft opening.” Chris Surrusco, formerly of Rustico’s in Alexandria, is a proprietor and the beer connoisseur. He had estimated about 50 or so covers each night and was pleasantly surprised to see…

Dine Out for Eastern Market on Monday The outpouring of support for Eastern Market continues. On Monday, May 21, several restaurants on Capitol Hill will participate in Dining Out for Eastern Market, a “Dining Out for Life” style charity event where the restaurants will donate a portion of their proceeds to the Capitol Hill Community Foundation’s Eastern Market fund, which has raised $238,000 so far to assist the South Hall merchants while a temporary market…