International superstar Jay Sean to launch 'smoothsail' sparkling sake at HEIST Summer Series this Saturday

A globally-inspired new twist in the white-hot canned beverages category has finally arrived: Smoothsail, the world’s first premium, canned sparkling sake brand boasting natural flavors, clean ingredients, zero sugar, and a superior taste profile, hits the market August 14.

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Caboose Tavern Launches New Breakfast Service

The Vienna location will offer one free coffee or espresso with any breakfast purchase to celebrate! Beginning Monday, March 8, Vienna-favorite Caboose Tavern (520 Mill Street NE) is launching breakfast service from 8 to 11am daily for foodies and coffee fans alike. Homey morning classics such as“breakfast on a stick”, fried chicken biscuit, breakfast bowls and plates like the signature potato hash…

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New 14th Street Restaurant Gypsy Kitchen Opens Tonight (DC)!

Gypsy Kitchen (1825 14th Street NW, DC), a new pan-Mediterranean style restaurant, is opening its doors on 14th Street tonight! Executive chef Eric Milton, formerly of Think Food Group, has put together an extensive menu influenced and inspired by the flavors of Spain, Greece, Lebanon, Morocco, and more. Milton's menu will feature a mix of traditional dishes and innovative bites such as…

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Don't Sleep on Bánh Bao (Recipe Alert!)

Bánh Bao is a Vietnamese steamed bao filled with ground meat, egg, Chinese/Vietnamese sausage, et al, and enveloped in a puffy white bun that is heavenly. Brings back so many childhood memories! I’ve made Bánh Bao only 4 times in my life. By far, yesterday’s recipe works out the best! My recipe is here. I published it here to remember for me and to share so you can make Bánh Bao, too!

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How To Make Fancy Coffees

It’s no secret that I love espresso. Most of my friends and fam also love it as much as I do and sometimes we can be a bit picky about how our coffees are prepped and how they taste. I love to play barista for visitors but then realized that most of my friends assumed making these drinks is difficult.

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