return to our roots

Last night's meal was at Agraria on the Georgetown Waterfront. Reviews weren't stellar, and I've definitely fallen victim to paying way too much for not even close to enough quality on the waterfront, so I was hesitant about Agraria. Happily, all my fears were unfounded, and our group enjoyed an hours-long meal, relaxing at the bar...


Agraria: Developed by the North Dakota Farmers' Union, Agraria serves original, modern dishes inspired by ingredients that are farmed using sustainable methods in a contemporary and comfortable setting.

AGRARIA
3000 K St NW # 101
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 298-0003‎
www.agrariarestaurant.com

Don't miss: Tuna & Salmon Tartare, Salads.
We enjoyed: Seared Scallops, Grilled Salmon, Butternut Squash Ravioli, and I had the Grilled Polenta (which came with a lively caponata, steamed spinach, and a peppery arugula oil)
Best qualities: Waterfront location, fresh ingredients, quiet atmosphere, fantastic bar.

georgetown cupcake

Sprinkles, I think, is to blame/credit for the nationwide cupcake bonanza that's piqued the interest of even the tiniest sweet tooth.  Today, I visited one of the two cupcakeries that have gained a wide-reaching fan base in Washington, D.C. 

Georgetown Cupcake

www.georgetowncupcake.com  

1209 Potomac Street

Washington, D.C. 20007

This tiny outpost, located adjacent from the Shops at Georgetown (across the street from Dean & DeLuca on M) draws admirers from far and wide for their tiny confections. At $2.75 a pop, it's a splurge, but one bite into their lemon berry cake and you'll know it's worth it. They serve about a dozen flavors every day, plus chocolate and vanilla. I got a half-dozen of these in mocha, lemon berry, vanilla squared, chocolate banana, and chocolate mint. I polished off the lemon berry buttercream in no time flat - I can't wait to try the rest! (Photo is of Georgetown Cupcake's finest). 

Cake Love

www.cakelove.com 

1506 U Street, NW

Washington, D.C. 20009

(202) 588-7100 

Lawyer-turned-baker Warren Brown started his empire with this store in the late 1990's. His cakes and confections won him the favor of an untold number of Washingtonians, not to mention a new national fan base thanks to his show on the Food Network, "Sugar Rush." If you don't have a sweet tooth yourself, this is the perfect spot to buy a box of four as a thank-you to someone who was nice to you!