To be invited as a member of the press is the most amazing feeling of all. To be invited to cover the event, to tell the story, to preserve the memories, to evoke the feelings of community and togetherness, to encapsulate this wonderful experience and to put into words what so many others have said they cannot. To say this is the best food and wine festival I have attended is an understatement. The Family Reunion is a trailblazing event that raised the bar, reconceptualized and redefined the concept of a food and wine festival.
Category: Black History
The Uncaged Chefs Uncaged Dinner
…having dinner with The Uncaged Chefs will provide a memorable dining experience. As their sign states, “This must be the place.”
Experience DC
On June 23, 2021, Mayor Muriel Bowser hosted the Experience DC Launch in front of Ben’s Chili Bowl on historic U Street in the heart of Washington, DC. to announce to the world that DC is OPEN!
Bacon & Bellini is on TV
My new Taste on TV show, “Bacon & Bellini Explores Culture and Cuisine” will premiere tonight at 8:00pm EST only on Taste on TV!
The Best Fried Chicken Sandwich Ever
THE Fried Chicken Sandwich is here. You have had the rest, now you must experience the best. I just tasted the best fried chicken sandwich ever! It was a creation of Chef Rock Harper, owner of Queen Mother’s.
So Much Southern Spice
By the taste of their food, I can already tell that they will soon dominate the Soul Food world in the DMV.
Kitchencray Cafe Cars & Brunch
This dish is divine. It’s the perfect marriage of texture and taste with seasoning infused in every bite.
Showout Shell Shack
For my main dish, I ordered the Seafood Sandwich. This sandwich is packed with everything! The base is blackened salmon, fire roasted shrimp, and lastly lobster. This is topped with a tropical salsa on coco bread. It is served with seasoned fries.
Sugar in Spring
My favorite is the Cookie Dough Biscoff Brownie. Every layer, every bite makes me want to take another bite. The bottom layer is the ooey gooey brownie. The middle layer is the chocolate chip cookie dough. On top of that is a biscoff cookie layer, topped with a layer of fudge. It is garnished with a drizzle of caramel and topped with a Biscoff cookie and Biscoff cookie crumbles. I could eat this every day.
Quarantine Cooking, Hibachi Style
Quarantine Cooking, Hibachi Style Restaurants and Bars are closed. The streets are empty, while 80% of people are under a government mandated “Stay at Home” order. The events of March 2020 have definitely surprised the world. Our favorite restaurants are closed, but we still want to experience the wonderful food. Our best option is…