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Run, don’t walk: First Chipotle in Upper Marlboro opening soon
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (DC News Now) — Upper Marlboro burrito fans, your prayers have been answered because Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its first location next week. On Wednesday, July 24, Chipotle will open its doors to its hungry customers at 7623 S. Osborne St. It will be open from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. […]
A dog owner grieves: 3 dogs die at PetSmart facility
ALEXANDIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Employees of the PetSmart store at Potomac Yard Shopping Center in Alexandria are undergoing retraining following the deaths of the three dogs at the location, according to a company statement. The deaths took place within the span of a week since the first one happened during the last week […]
“Hottest Sandwich Shop” Award Winner Has Locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
Restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered Sunday night at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards Gala. Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington announced winners and a range of special distinctions, celebrating excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service. The “Hottest Sandwich Shop” award went to Colada Shop, which has locations in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Hyattsville Housekeeper Cleans Up with $50,000 Scratch-Off Win
Player finds second-tier prize on Jumbo Cash instant ticket. A housekeeper from Prince George’s County can rest easier after making a bed of riches. Thanks to a lucky Jumbo Cash scratch-off, she can relax with a $50,000 prize. The winner bought her $10 instant ticket at a Shell gas...
Wheaton Mall Update: Openings, Closings, and Coming Soon (Summer 2024)
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, closed, or are coming soon to Wheaton Mall at 11160 Veirs Mill Rd. Sake Japanese Steak House is now open in the space previously occupied by Bar Louie. The restaurant is currently in its soft opening phase and taking reservations. Its menu consists of a variety of appetizers, hibachi, sushi, and more.
Sweet Sweet Kitchen Expands Again With Second D.C. Location
Sweet Sweet Kitchen, which specializes in cuisine from Jamaica and Sierra Leone, has once again expanded and opened a second D.C. location at 2427 Minnesota Ave. SE, according to PoPville. According to the restaurant’s Instagram account, the grand opening celebration occurred on July 1st. Sweet Sweet Kitchen began as...
Free scoops and specials for National Ice Cream Day in D.C.
It's National Ice Cream Day on Sunday. Here's where to find free and BOGO scoops and specials around D.C.Why it matters: Most national food holidays are fake — lookin' at you, Crouton Day — but Ice Cream Day is 1) universally loved, and 2) officially signed into existence by President Reagan in 1984.Just say YES to these specials.🍾 Tipsy Scoop (Penn Quarter): The "ice cream barlour" is giving away 50 free scoops of the new Spiked Cherry Limeade Sorbet to first customers.Ⓜ️ Metrobar (Brentwood): A Sunday ice cream social (12-6pm) combines frozen treats from local vendors, food trucks, a beer...
Owings author recognized for novels' successes
Author Daniel Meier was recently recognized for his novels at The Hollywood Book Festival in Hollywood, Calif. The Owings author’s books received a total of 12 awards from four different festivals through the past few years by his J.M. Northern Media group. It was the first time a ceremony was held since the pandemic. Meier received awards for “The Dung Beetles of Liberia” (Top Honors; 1st Sequel), “Blood Before Dawn”...
Saturday Morning Tunes Grateful Dead for Kids returns
If you’re a Grateful Dead fan with young kids, you’ve probably wanted to bring them with you to share your love of this incredible band. Now you can—at The Clarice—with Ed Hough’s Dead Collective. On the morning of Saturday Sept. 14, WTMD & WYPR's Saturday...
Maryland Restaurant Awarded “Beer Program of the Year” RAMMY Award
Restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered tonight at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards Gala as Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced winners and a range of special distinctions, celebrating excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service. Silver Spring, MD restaurant Zinnia came home with the RAMMY for Best Beer Program.
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