BDT investment provides additional liquidity, growth opportunities BDT Capital Partners has taken a significant minority common equity stake in WhistlePig Rye Whiskey, according to a joint announcement from the companies. WhistlePig was founded in 2008. The investment by BDT Capital Partners allows WhistlePig’s current shareholders to have liquidity and one of the original founders, Raj […]
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D.C. Cocktail week 2018 by RAMW brings plenty of food-drink pairing experiences to imbibers and foodies across the Washington, D.C. area with several high-profile restaurants participating during the week-long event November 12-18. Delicious bites will abound as talented bartenders, mixologists and chefs team up to use the event to welcome the autumn season. At Indique, the Gin and Tonic will be paired with Bhel Puri Chaat….At Royal in Shaw, there’s a tribute to autumn and Columbia with The Decadence Club.
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Swizzle Chill anchors Bryce Shemer and Chrissy Perez team up to find out why Spark at 12 in the Bloomindale neghborhood of Washington, D.C. is such a favorite local hangout. Lisa Comento is on hand to guide us through this Caribbean culinary adventure with Chef Peter Prime, Spark at 12, in a firehouse that was built in 1897.
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Another big story with some Tiki-Bar influence has been developing at the District Wharf: the November opening of highly-anticipated Potomac Distilling Company… in the heart of the bustling waterfront, will represent a three-story production facility, producing four styles of Thrasher’s Rum. Nestled in the building will be a neighborhood tavern to be known as Tiki TNT from Todd Thrasher.
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The Wanding Oasis drink truck is ready to cool down the hot temps and provide fruity sips at National Harbor, Md. during the summer weekends. Frozen libations are blended up for the enjoyment of National Harbor. The truck is a vivid, boozy affair on wheels at the National Harbor, Md.
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The Open Gate Brewery Barrel House by Guinness is opening this summer in Halethorpe, Md., just south of Baltimore, Md., and about 30 miles north of Washington, D.C. Guinness parent Diageo Beer Company USA announced the August 3 grand opening… Guinness Brewmaster Peter Wiens and Head Brewer Hollie Stephenson will lead a production team crafting Guinness Blonde and experimenting with other beers that reflect the essence of American and Maryland brewery heritage.
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In this web-broadcast episode with Anchor Chrissy Perez and Co-Anchor Rocky Weisberger, we discover why Boca Botanas is such a hit just north of Washington, D.C. Dishes like chimichurri steak, empanadas, lomo saltado and several other authentic Latin-American samplings and entrees make the trip off the beaten path in Montgomery County quite rewarding. Boca Botanas is located at 239 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.
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With Scott Parker, Jason Fisher, Ryan DeMagistris, Nick Cordero and Mike Cordero at is helm, the MacNac Hospitality Group has made a name for itself in Northern Virginia for its diverse offerings and consistent growth…Social Restaurant Group (SRG) made its appearance in the area over the last few years with several openings in the D.C. area, and three restaurants in Arlington alone.
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Twin Valley Distillers continues to grow and innovate, bringing different flavors and techniques to its spirits and flavored liqueurs produced out of its hard-to-find distillery off East Gude Drive in Rockville, Md. Recent growth has been attributed to constant experimentation and a growing reputation in Maryland and D.C.
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2018 RAMMY Award for Beer Program of the Year and Cocktail Program of the Year have exciting special events and promotions planned from Monday, May 21, through Friday, June 1. During the week of May 21, all five Beer Program of the Year finalists will showcase their outstanding offerings through in-house promotions, while some Cocktail Program of the Year finalists will offer specialty cocktails the week of May 28.
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The 2018 RAMMY Awards, hosted by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, celebrates the diversity and expertise of D.C.’s most renowned food destinations. Take a look at Bar Charley in Dupont Circle or Petworth Citizen & Reading Room in the Petworth neighborhood.
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As the snow melts and the cherry blossoms bloom, crisp, fresh flavors of spring replace the warm winter spices. Popular restaurants in the D.C. area are keeping up with the changing produce and introducing seasonal menus that highlight the best the spring has to offer.
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