BABE
Whether it's for brunch or dinner, I make it a point that whenever I am in D.C. to visit
THE PIG located in Logan Circle at 1320 14th Street NW, Washington D.C.
www.thepigdc.com
SPOTTED PIG
Eating a whole pig is not new to me. Lechon (slow roasted pig over a pit of charcoal) is a mouth-watering Filipino tradition that is often the centerpiece of any joyous celebration. Although, I must admit I have never dissected nor ate off of a pig's head before. As I was going through the menu, The Pig's Head immediately caught my attention. I had to convince my two other friends who were skeptical about it for two reasons: It might be too overwhelming for us 3 girls, as it serves 4-6 people and it was too heavy for dinner at 10 o' clock in the evening! The manger who happens to be our friend was waiting for our decision, and gave us a couple of minutes to discuss. I simply told my friend who was celebrating her birthday, "It's your birthday, go big or go home!" -And I guess, you know what happened next.
Bourbon Happy Hour @ The Pig DC
$6 each or $7 bourbon flights (4 different types of bourbon all at one)
Didn't make it to the Happy Hour, but I got to meet
SIR OINKS A LOT
(bacon bourbon, pear puree & ginger beer)
From Farm-to-Table to Fine Dining
As if the porcine head was not enough..
CHARLIE PALMER STEAK DC
101 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC
http://www.charliepalmer.com/charlie-palmer-steak-dc/
On our way to dining room, we could not help but get drawn to the floating glass cube, which housed the restaurant's impressive wine collection.
"There is champagne, and there is Krug"
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare
(Avocado, Soy & Lime Emulsion, Sesame Flat Bread Cracker)
Truffle & Bacon Twice Baked Potato
Pancetta Roasted Brussel Sprouts
(I usually pair my Porterhouse with Creamed Spinach, however I chose the greens
to balance it out. -Or simply my attempt at make myself think I'm eating healthy)
(Bacon Lardon, Cippolini, And Morel Mushroom)
At the end of the evening, after our main course, much conversation and the last drops of the Krug bottle, the sommelier recommended us to have a sneak peek of the rooftop. We were escorted by a gentleman to the rooftop terrace, which has spectacular views of the Capitol.
Rain or Shine, Night and Day, I will ride...
"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -Albert Einstein
Rain or Shine, Night and Day, I will ride...
As recommended by my local friend,this life size statue of Albert Einstein can be found on the grounds of the National Academy of Sciences. (apparently not all know about this.) It's hidden, but it's quite easy to spot if you're checking out the Lincoln Memorial, which is how I stumbled upon it while riding my bicycle in the rain.
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