Darrell Dean Antiques
1524 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC 20007
(202) 333-6330
Metropolitan Interiors
1524 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC 20007
(202) 333-4663
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Two of my favorite antique shops in Georgetown are Darrell Dean Antiques & Metropolitan Interiors. I’ve known Darrell Dean as a very talented artist for many years. You’ll always find unique and ever changing items at his shop. If you find something you really like and want, I would recommend buying it when you see it because it probably won’t be there the next time you go. He has some wonderful antiques and vintage 20th century items. Right now he has a very large collection of hand colored fashion prints of beautiful ladies in 1920 & 30′s clothing. If you are into fashion posting these collections on the wall would make a great statement. I’m surprised people have not purchased the prints and have had the clothes recreated. I also love the incredible ceramics he has to offer. I always stop by when I’m in Georgetown to see what I can fall in love with. While your at Darrell Dean Antique, I would recommend walking next door to Metropolitan Interiors which is vintage 20th century. It’s easy to walk around and say, “I had one of those!” It will bring back many memories and for the quality of the pieces the prices are very reasonable. If you want a tour of the best shops in Georgetown walk from The Four Seasons Hotel on M St. and turn right on Wisconsin Avenue and walk until you end up at the Addison/Ripley Fine Art Gallery.
1069 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20007-3635
(202) 337-4141
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The last time I was at Blues Alley Club, I saw
Michel Legrand. Michel Legrand is a famous French Pianist/Composer who wrote very popular music from my generation including The Summers of ’42, The Windmills Of Your Mind- Thomas Crown Affair, Never Say Never- James Bond 007, Yentl,
Umbrellas of Cherbourg and many others. I had never seen people cry at a jazz concert before his performance of Umbrellas of Cherbourg. I looked around the room and saw husbands and wives embracing one another, young men and women with tears in their eyes, and I felt chills down my core. If you have the chance to see Michel Legrand perform, GO! He is 79 and plays like he’s 30. His fingers move around the keyboard faster than you can move your eyes.
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Ruth’s Chris Steak House
1801 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.,
Washington, DC 20009
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I have been to several Ruth’s Chris Steak Houses around the country. Some of the Ruth’s Chris Steak Houses are franchised and seem to not be as good. Although every restaurant has a bad day, Ruth’s Chris Steak House on Connecticut Ave, in Washington, DC has never had a bad day. If you’re lucky enough to get Barbara as your waitperson, she’ll take good care of you. She not tall, has dark hair and has a funny but tough sense of humor. She makes you feel right at home.
The bargain is the set menu where I had a steak salad which is all greens, tenderloin beef- perfectly cooked, mashed potatoes, creamed spinach and for dessert we shared a small chocolate cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, which was wonderful, and we had bourbon bread pudding, which was the size of a saucer for a large coffee cup. I could have eaten the whole thing myself, but I had to share.
When you’re in Washington, DC and want a great steak and service from Barbara, head to the Ruth’s Chris Steak House on Connecticut Avenue.
Baked & Wired
1052 Thomas Jefferson Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20007-3813
(202) 333-2500
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Bigger, better, cupcakes
Baked and Wired is a wonderful cafe with terrific baked goods. The cupcakes are bigger and better than Georgetown Cupcakes. My favorite cupcakes are the coconut, red velvet, Chai Tea Latte and German Chocolate. They are SO good. I also enjoy the coffee. Its at a beautiful location right next to the C&O canal. Sometimes when there’s water in the canal there are barges drawn by mules.
The Phoenix
1514 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington DC 20007
Tel: 202 338-4404
Fax 202 338-4406
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Retailer The Phoenix in Washington, DC was related
to the Pan American Phoenix in NYC. Two friends originally started both shops and now
they are run separately. The Phoenix in Washington has been here for as long as I’ve
been here, over 40 years.
They have a wonderful variety of jewelry,
folk art & antiques. It’s the oldest shop in Georgetown so that means they must be doing something right!
Teak Wood
1323 14th Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20005
(202) 290-1856
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Teak Wood is a brand new (2011) restaurant in Logan Circle. Now, Logan Circle
has three Thai restaurants within two blocks of each other Rice and Titanic as well
as Teak Wood. All three are very good. I find the only difference to be in price and
atmosphere. At Teak Wood you’ll pay a little bit more but the food is well prepared and
beautifully presented. My favorite dish is the Pad Thai Shrimp.
If you like Thai food, you should try all three of these restaurants in Logan Circle.
2007 14th Street, NW
Washington, DC
202.797.7171
Inspired by the story of Marvin Gaye’s infamous two years in self-imposed exile in the small Belgian town of Ostend, the creators of Marvin; including Chef James Claudio have combined the cafe society of Belgium, with the proud soul of the American south. I love the belgium waffel with fried chicken, or try the classic moulles-frites. This Belgium/Southern restaurant honoring Marvin features a soundtrack of rare funk, soul, ska, and jazz. The roof deck, is heated, partially covered, and open year round.
1433 P Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20005
(202) 234-1818
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I use to live 2 blocks away from Stoney’s and it was my favorite hangout. It’s in the Logan Circle Neighborhood where I lived for 30 years. They serve fantastic sandwiches, hamburgers and pizza. View full article »
Ben’s Chili Bowl
1213 U Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20009
(202) 667-0909
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During the riots of ’68 Ben’s Chili Bowl was open for business. I was in the Army at the time, and I walked down 14th & U while the neighborhood was being set on fire. I remember walking past Ben’s Chili Bowl. I wanted to get a hot dog but we couldn’t because we were there to protect it. Now, the 14th St. corridor is one of the trendest neighborhoods in the city. Ben’s Chili Bowl survived the riots of ’68 and the flight of Washington.
I would recommend getting there early because there’s always a line. Celebrities like President Barack Obama, and Bill Cosby along with other politicians find Ben’s the place to be. Kudos to Ben’s Chili Bowl, forever!
Bar Pilar
1833 14th Street Northwest
Washington D.C., DC 20009
(202) 265-1751
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Every time I have been to Bar Pilar, I have enjoyed the food, company and atmosphere. Ernest Hemingway’s fishing boat inspired the name and the decor including the mounted Marlin, a painting of Papa himself, viking beer from Iceland and the tapas styled menu. It’s hard to believe I always want to order the honey glazed carrots, but I do. Also, I love the Cheese and Charcuterie Plate. I could always make the cheese platter my main course. The steamed mussels with white wine, garlic, herbs and grilled bread served in big bowls are always a popular dish. I would recommend looking at their menu.
