Meet Karl Johnson. Karl owns Pound the Hill in Eastern Market together with his partners Khalil Ghannam and Frank Rinaldi.  Originally a coffeehouse, Pound the Hill recently launched a new expanded menu that includes an impressive wine list and gourmet bistro fare.  We were able to catch Karl for a …

Photo credit: Kelly Ah, summertime.  Nature’s sweet bounty is at its best: berries, stone fruit, and melons are all in season.  Grills are fired up and churning out deliciously charred meats.  Taste buds crave spicy food and icy drinks.  Indulge your hankerings with these irresistible summertime favorites. Peach and Ricotta …

Photo credit: Jeanine and Jack Fireworks and revelry have come and gone and our livers are on strike.  Appease your body with some much-needed detox in the form of these wholesome and filling salads.  Crisp and delicious, your body might not evict you after all. Green Bean, Potato, and Corn …

Photo credit: National Watermelon Promotion Board The 4th of July is here, and you know what that means: grill baby, grill.  Burgers, chicken, ribs (dare we say veggie dogs?) — all gorgeously charred and slathered in barbecue sauce.  But what of that other summer treat?  Every good American knows watermelon …

Meet Cullen Gilchrist and Jonas Singer. Cullen and Jonas run Blind Dog Cafe, a pop-up coffeehouse located a few blocks north of the U Street Corridor, inside Darnell’s bar during the day.  Serving unbeatable coffee, house-made eats, and drool-worthy confections alongside all the free Wi-Fi you can handle, it’s no wonder …

Photo credit: Tracy Ah, summer.  Time for a vacay!  But what about a staycay?  Chances are you’ll have friends in town at some point this summer.  Dust off your welcome mat and whip out your mixing bowl — nothing says “stay awhile” quite like a homemade baked good. Peach Shortcakes …

Photo credit: Erin With the temps soaring and the Fourth of July quickly approaching, it’s hard not to eat ice cream for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  These delicious recipes will tempt you to do just that.  Now if only someone would petition the FDA to give ice cream it’s own …

Ah, Dad.  Giver of piggyback rides, champion coach of little league teams, and inexhaustible source of wisdom and (unsolicited) advice.  Scrap the generic gifts this year and surprise him with something spectacular.   Tug at his heartstrings with a handcrafted lemon peel baseball.  Softer than modern balls but far more …

Photo credit: Erin Kick up the heat a notch with these spicy recipes.  We’ll have your palate sizzling in no time. Spiced Black Bean, Grilled Avocado, and Goat Cheese Tacos via Naturally Ella Strawberry Serrano Pepper Preserves via Honest Fare Sweet Corn and Roasted Jalapeno Hummus via How Sweet It …

Photo credit: Adrianna It’s sunny and gorgeous outside — summertime is beckoning.  It’s the time of year when everything is lively and fun.  Share these bites with friends on a roof deck overlooking the city or in the leafy park down the street.  This is the kind of food that …

Photo credit: Jane So you’ve decided to appeal to Mom’s heartstrings this year.  Savvy move, friend.  Earn some serious brownie points while bonding over pancakes or a slice of dessert.  Give her something delicious and homemade and make it a day you both remember. Maple Banana Bread via Buttered Up …

Mother’s Day is (nearly) upon us.  For those of you having an “oh shit!” moment, don’t despair — we’re posting this a full week in advance to ensure you have plenty of time to procure the perfect gift this weekend.  We wouldn’t want your mother, grandmother, wife, or mother-in-law angry …

Photo credit: Jessica Vibrant green, satisfyingly crunchy, and one of the harbingers of warmer weather — it’s no wonder asparagus is a fan favorite.  Give spring’s superstar a makeover that’s sure to dazzle those taste buds. Bacon Wrapped Caramelized Sesame Asparagus via How Sweet It Is Spring Panzanella with Asparagus …

Photo credit: J. Kenji Lopez-Alt It’s ramp season.  One of nature’s more fleeting delicacies, ramps are also known as the wild leek.  Similar in appearance to scallions, ramps have a more mild onion flavor and a garlicky sent.  Head to your local green market this weekend and give these flavor …

  Photo credit: Gabrielle It’s National Grilled Cheese Day, which may be our taste buds’ favorite day of the year.  Toasty, crunchy, gooey, salty, buttery, cheesy goodness.  We know not all grilled cheeses are created equal.  Spice up your griddle with something on the wild side.  Break out the pickles …