D.C. hotels are known for their upscale dining options and fun foodie activities like high tea and inventive cocktail tastings, many of which are seasonal. Here is a rundown of some of the latest D.C. hotel experiences for you to enjoy! Arlo Hotel opens, complete with Arrels Restaurant and a Rooftop Bar D.C.’s oldest surviving […] The post Six new hotel experiences in and around D.C. appeared first on The Dining Traveler ..read more

Like many of you, here at the Dining Traveler, we love to visit Spain, and when we can’t go to the source, we love to eat Spanish cuisine in our local city. While Spanish fare is highlighted by popular dishes like patatas bravas, gazpacho, and pan con tomate, there is much more to Spanish fare, […] The post D.C. Spanish Dining Guide: Spanish Restaurants in Washington, DC for Every Occasion appeared first on The Dining Traveler ..read more

Washington, D.C.’s dining scene is always evolving, with cuisines from all over the world now represented throughout the city, so it’s rare when a restaurant opens that brings something completely new to the arena. Of late however, we have a super existing newcomer: Ceibo, serving up food from Uruguay. Having visited the South American country […] The post Ceibo showcases the multi-cultural cuisine of Uruguay & Argentina appeared first on The Dining Traveler ..read more

There are always so many exciting changes in the Washington, D.C., dining scene – from new restaurant openings to new tasting menus, specialty cocktails, and seasonal dishes. Here, we have featured three new lunches and brunches that have commenced in some of your favorite restaurants, so you can enjoy the delectable cuisine of these spots during the day as well as in the evening. Ilili DC With its colorful interior, spacious windows, gorgeous hanging plants, and dangling gold light fixtures, Ilili is quite the place to dine. Lately, Ilili has started lunch services, which include a variety o ..read more

2024 has started off with a bang in the D.C. area, with lots of new venues opening their doors and highlighting cuisines from around the world. Several of these new venues are serving exciting, innovative vegetarian dishes packed with flavor and almost too beautiful to eat. I know that many of you are looking to lower your meat consumption so here are five new D.C. restaurants with vegetarian dishes that will make you keep your resolutions! Italian – Grazie Mille Trendy and chic, Grazie Mille, located behind its sister venue, Grazie Nonna, is already a hit amongst locals. Low lighting, invig ..read more

The coldest months of the year are upon and here at the Dining Traveler, we think food is the solution to most problems. Treat yourself to one of these steaming bowls of noodle soup will not only help you survive the frigid temperatures but actually enjoy the winter season. Because we love food from around the globe, we have noodle soups from five different Asian countries; each bursts with bright and bold flavors to bring you warmth and comfort all winter long! Here are our picks for places for noodle soup in D.C.: Malaysian Makan’s Curry Mee This bowl of noodle soup is an obsession for me. T ..read more

December is the time for many restaurants to lure their patrons with festive menus and decadent beverage options. From cozy champagne bars to a pop-up ski chalet in the heart of Penn Quarter, here are five holiday dining options in Washington, DC, you shouldn’t miss. Bar Jo, Credit: Rey Lopez for Leading PR For a glass of Champagne: Bar Jo There’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a glass of champagne, and there’s no better place to enjoy a glass of bubbles than at a champagne bar – namely, Bar Jo’s, the cozy champagne bar inside Josephine’s in Old Town Alexandria. The list of ch ..read more

It’s that time of year again! This is my favorite article to write every year because it allows me to reflect on all the delicious dishes I have eaten throughout the course of the year, in and around the D.C. area. From fast-casual spots to super high-end venues, located in northern Virginia, Maryland, and D.C., there is a vegetarian dish and a spot for everyone on this list. This list can also serve as your new year’s resolution: plan to visit each one in 2022! 21. Blue Rock Restaurant’s Maitake Mushrooms The Blue Rock, located in Rappahannock County, Virginia, has a cozy restaurant that h ..read more

In the past few months, the DC area has opened its doors to new restaurants. From pizza to plant-based Latin American fare, here is a rundown of some of my favorite new restaurants in Washington, DC. Check them out while you can still get a reservation. Taleggio Cheese Sticks at Lupo Pizzeria Lupo Pizzeria First there was Lupo Verde, then there was Lupo Marino and now there is the Lahlou restaurant group’s newest restaurant, Lupo Pizzeria. Tucked in a cozy spot on 14th street, this pizzeria has all the ingredients needed to achieve the perfect dining experience. From a great wine list to irr ..read more

Summer is my favorite culinary season. I love all the fresh produce, the herbs, and most of all the tomatoes. With a successful vaccine program in the D.C. area, restaurants have reopened and people, including me, are dining out with a vengeance. Here are six vegetarian dishes you need to try this summer highlighting all the seasonal vegetables in our region. PLNT Burger’s Save the Bay Fillet Dare I say it, but Spike Mendelsohn’s PLNT burger has debuted its best veggie burger yet which definitely qualifies as one of this summer’s best vegetarian dishes. The Save the Bay burger is a vegan f ..read more