![]() Together we can leverage the power of our pocketbooks to keep local businesses afloat by logging off national websites for a while and supporting local businesses as much as we possibly can.Rob Wolcheski, the lead developer for Roadside, said housing options are available for students, as City Ridge is a mile away from American University’s campus. Now that is a beautiful way to show some serious local love!Ĭlick here to share your DC area favorites with us and the others on our lists. Other restaurants participating are Cava and Duke’s Grocery, so you can show them some love as well! Mark Bucher, owner of Medium Rare, set up eight Community Fridges that he stocks with healthy, restaurant-quality meals for anyone who needs one to take. Here is an inspired way to support a handful of local restaurant AND help folks who are food insecure. Enjoy takeout or dine-in in their lush, socially distanced “city garden.”Ĭhef Todd Gray, and his wife and business partner, Ellen Kassoff. PlazaArts: This local shop has everything you need to stay – or get – creative while keeping safe at home from high-quality professional equipment to paints, markers, and colored pencils for your little ones!Įquinox: Chef Todd Gray and his wife Ellen Kassoff are proud to serve innovative, award-winning cuisine while maintaining their commitment to sustainability. Miriam Szubin, Director of the Parenting CenterĬork Wine Bar: Owned by former EDCJCC Preschool parents Diane Gross and Khalid Pitts, this Logan Circle spot offers at least 50 wines by the glass and 250 bottles in their market from small producers around the world. Java House: Right down the street from the EDCJCC on 17th & Q, Jeff says this spot is “always a great place to get a bite to eat… their coffee is terrific, too.” And they have outdoor seating! Bundle up and enjoy some fresh air and a hot chocolate in the neighborhood. Ari says “delivery is quick, staff are kind, and the food is great quality!” ![]() ![]() Pupatella: Emily suggests starting off with the brussels sprout appetizer and describes their Neapolitan pizza as “the best overall pizza in this neck of the woods.”Ĭhar Bar: A local kosher meat restaurant on L St. Habana Village: Excellent Cuban food – also in Adams Morgan!Įmily Jillson, Director of Development and Marketingīaked By Yael: Hands down the BEST challah in town! And you can even subscribe to have a fresh baked one ready and waiting for you each week (or sent to your home)! Does it get any better than that? Ĭhris Brown, Director of Building Operationsīukom Café: Excellent West African food and drinks in Adams Morgan. Mahogany Books Owners/Founders (L-R: Ramunda Young, Mahogany Young, & Derrick Young). Check out their line-up of events, join their book club, or visit their store! They also take a leadership role in the African American community by promoting reading, writing, and cultural awareness. Mahogany Books: A wonderful, independently-owned bookstore that lifts up Black authors and celebrates Black culture, art, and history. Best part – you can have all the cheeseburgers you want and still keep it kosher! Add a milkshake and rest assured that all of their packaging is compostable. HipCityVeg: Super delicious vegan food – try their sliders or sweet potato fries. Sonya Weisburd: Director, Morris Cafritz Center for Social Responsibility “Big enough for any haul, but small enough to take your call!” Tenleytown Trash: A local trash/recycling company owned by longtime Theater J subscriber Barney Shapiro. To kick off this Eat Local/Shop Local effort, our EDCJCC staff are sharing some of their favorites with you below.Īdam Immerwhar: Artistic Director, Theater JĬommissary: Adam describes Commissary as a favorite “super LGBT vegan-friendly casual eatery.” He makes a special pitch for their truffle popcorn (“a great happy hour snack”) and says their “nachos are dangerously good!” ![]() I imagine we all have a lengthy list of neighborhood favorites (and we’d love you to share some of your favorites with us here!). ![]() So this is my invitation to order out and go shopping! Without a really concerted effort by friends, fans, and neighbors to keep business flowing their way, many are struggling to stay afloat during the pandemic. They are so much of the fabric of this vibrant city of ours!Īnd they are seriously hurting right now. We are so blessed to live in a city with incredible locally owned restaurants, bars, bookstores, and all sorts of amazing small businesses. It’s February 14 and I want to encourage you to SHOW SOME LOCAL LOVE today… and every day! ![]()
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