If you haven’t read my Spanish Feast Part 1 please do so now! –> Â Spanish Feast#1 Now you all know I received Extra Virgin Oil, Bonito Tuna in olive oil, Wine vinegar, Chorizo, Tetilla cheese and Chocolate Fig Bombons. I had to share some of these goodies with someone so I decided to bring one […]
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Fun Times at Northside Social *Photoshoot*
My dear friend Bridie who’s not just sweet, beautiful and funny happens to also be an amazing baker.. she asked me to help her with few photographs to create some postcards for Northside Social and I couldn’t refuse this since I love hanging out with her and also Chef Rob’s (Pastry Chef) creations! Few things […]
operation:eatery at The City Club of Washington's Charity Classic
By: Rebecca Layton Gunter It’s so fun to support great galas and fundraisers by hosting a Chef’s Table.  On October 28, we joined other restaurants, caterers and craft bartenders at the City Club of Washington’s Charity Classic.  Proceeds benefit lots of great national and local charities,  including a personal fav: SOME (So That Others May Eat.) City Club folks w/ Chef […]
Boxwood Winery – Middleburg, VA – DC Wine Week
I was very lucky to be part of this wine adventure along with other Bloggers such as Kate from K Street Kate, Pheniece from DC Event Junkie (this lady put up with me giving me the ride, thanks!), Liane from Running DCÂ and Leigh from Nice Shoes No Drama I could go through my notes, and […]
Spanish Feast in da House!
SpanishFeast.com has relaunched their website! This morning I woke up, tired, I’ve only worked 3 nights this week at the restaurant, but in a row, plus I’m 30, plus I haven’t worked out in like forever (don’t kill me Vivek!) and I’m sleeping less and less. Â Anyways I woke up, only thing I could have, […]
I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.
Speaking with Wine Director Andrew Limberg from the French Basserie “Lyon Hall” was a fun and educational experience.  I mentioned him we are celebrating DC Wine Week October 15-22 and I wanted to know which wines he suggests with two new staples dishes at the restaurant. His explanation was so on spot even me a total […]
Pok Pok – A Sweet Visit to Portland!
Anything Thai makes me hungry! Â I heard about Pok Pok from a friend who is born and raised in Portland, and then I read all over on yelp, food blogs, etc. Â I think it is a good idea to do a bit research before heading to a place you have high expectations from, and […]
Simple Things – Breakfast
Just when you find yourself thinking what to eat… For me it is difficult at this right moment, struggling to lose weight, be healthy and strong and also aiming to make everything delicious makes creativity hit you in the head few times and depending on your mood well it might work… and sometimes i might […]
Take 2. Burgers, Pizza & Sweets!
. Dolcezza (Georgetown) It’s been a while since my last post, ditto, too much procrastinating and way too many excuses, bottom line I’m back. — The Burger Joint, I tried in the past, not crazy about their fries, shakes are all right (i’m very picky so I recommend just keep it simple with ice cream, […]
Sunday Farm Dinners & Chef
Planning a Farm Dinner with Chef is very interesting, and brings me excitement and of course I also get nervous. Usually when I work on these dinners I don’t have a station I just come to support the Chef cooking the garnishes or prepping and when the moment arrives I work on plating, and taking […]