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April 16, 2024
Restaurants are on the forefront of sustainable food systems, exposing consumers to new foods, ingredients, and meals. But how can we make sustainable-leaning menus more popular while delivering for customers?
Hear form the World Resources Institute's Coolfood Initiative and take in pro-tips around nudge theory and design principles to help integrate sustainable, plant-forward cuisine into menus. Tune in to see how you can feature dishes that are friendly to your kitchen, your bottom line, your customers, and your planet.
About the Speaker Clara Cho is the Data Analyst...
April 11, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Keiristin Wilbert
Keiristin@ramw.org
202-331-5990
Congressman James E. Clyburn To Be Honored Guest at RAMW Foodservice PAC Beefsteak Fundraising Dinner
Washington, DC (April 3, 2024) — Rep. James E. Clyburn (D-SC), will be the honored guest at the RAMW Foodservice PAC Beefsteak Fundraising Dinner on April 16, 2024 in Washington, D.C. There will be a fireside chat between Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) President and CEO, Shawn Townsend and Congressman Clyburn. Tickets are $275 and are on sale now...
April 10, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Keiristin Wilbert
Keiristin@ramw.org
202-331-5990
Nationals Legend Ryan Zimmerman Talks Restaurants, Winning Teams at RAMW Annual Meeting
Washington, DC (April 3, 2024) — Ryan Zimmerman, an investor in Long Shot Hospitality and a key member of the 2019 World Series Champion Washington Nationals, will be the featured speaker at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW).
“Mr. National excelled both on the field, as part of a championship team, and off the field, as part of a leading...
April 8, 2024
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Announces 2024 RAMMY Awards Finalists
The capital region’s foodservice industry recognizes innovative individuals and concepts and companies as category finalists
Washington, DC (April 8, 2024)—Restaurant industry professionals and allies gathered this evening as the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced Finalists for the 2024 RAMMY Awards. Finalists will be recognized again and winners announced Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center at the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards...
April 2, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Keiristin Wilbert
Keiristin@ramw.org
202-331-5990
Statement from RAMW on Deadly Strike That Killed 7 World Central Kitchen Team Members
Washington, D.C. (April 2, 2024) - With heavy hearts, we grieve the loss of seven World Central Kitchen Team members who were killed in an air strike in Gaza. These brave individuals faced dangers unknown to provide meals and sustenance to the victims of war in Gaza.
Their last act was to deliver food to those in desperate need. We thank these brave workers for their...
March 25, 2024
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) offers spring, summer, and fall internship opportunities in Government Affairs and Member Advocacy for self-motivated individuals with an interest in public policy in the food, beverage, and hospitality industry. RAMW offers a hands-on, meaningful internship experience that provides:
Skill- and knowledge-building opportunities in the field of public policy, especially as it relates to small business.
Training and experience in professional writing, research, and database management.
Opportunities to build...
March 19, 2024 to September 30, 2024
Are you a small business owner looking to offer health insurance to your employees? Broker + Business Connect is an initiative by RAMW to help connect small businesses to a health insurance broker that will assist with each step of the enrollment process.
While building a successful restaurant business is hard work, finding affordable, quality health insurance for your business doesn’t have to be. RAMW can help with the challenges of finding and getting health coverage. Meet with experts during our 30-minute Broker+Business Connect Q&A session, our open forum...
March 6, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 6, 2024
Contact: Keiristin Wilbert
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington
Keiristin@ramw.org | (202) 331-5990
Spring Wine Fling Returns March 19th
Uncork Spring with 2 glasses of wine paired with a 2-course dinner menu at restaurants across the region.
WHAT: Spring Wine Fling, presented by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns to the region on the Spring Equinox to give diners another...
March 5, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Keiristin Wilbert
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington
Keiristin@ramw.org
Media@ramw.org
202-331-5990
STATEMENT FROM RAMW PRESIDENT AND CEO SHAWN TOWNSEND FOLLOWING PASSAGE OF RESTAURANT REVITALIZATION AND DRAM SHOP CLARIFICATION AMENDMENT ACT OF 2023
Washington, DC (March 5, 2024) - This bill represents a pivotal opportunity for bolstering an industry that continues to face the lingering effects of the pandemic, marked by inflation, a decrease in downtown patronage, and safety concerns.
Today’s legislation reduces...
March 1, 2024
Six Organizations Selected to Implement Public Safety and Public Health Programs
Friday, March 1, 2024
(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice (DMPSJ) announced six community organizations that will receive a total of $950,000 for the Fiscal Year 2024 Safe Commercial Corridors Grant Program. The program is designed to promote public safety and public health through evidence-based activities for residents, workers, and visitors.
“These grants are one more way that the government can...
February 26, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Keiristin Wilbert
Keiristin@ramw.org
202.331.5990
RAMW PROSTART STUDENT INVITATIONAL 2024 ANNUAL CULINARY EVENT TAKES PLACE MARCH 5TH
Ballou High School and Roosevelt High School participating for the chance
to represent the District in national competition
WASHINGTON, DC (FEBRUARY 26, 2024) — Students from Ballou High School and Roosevelt High School will show off their mastery of culinary and management skills at the third Washington, DC ProStart Student Invitational, to be held at THEARC East Building on Tuesday...
February 12, 2024
Where To Dine On Valentine’s Day 2024
Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day. There is still time to make plans. Here are our picks for romantic celebrations, and Galentine’s celebrations in Metropolitan Washington.
Brasserie Beck
Enjoy a 4 course prix fixe dinner for $85 per person (excluding a Valentine's Day special drink) or $95 (including one Valentine's Day special drink). Offered February 9th - February 17th. Make Reservations HERE
Immigrant Food
Immigrant Food is celebrating Valentine's (and Galentine's) with some...
February 8, 2024
Statement from RAMW President and CEO Shawn Townsend on Restaurant Revitalization and Dram Shop Clarification Amendment Act of 2023 Vote
We are pleased that this week’s bill adds key definitions and standards to dram shop law to lower the exorbitant cost of the District’s liquor liability insurance for our local neighborhood restaurants, which we all know is some of the most expensive in the US.
Thanks to Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, Chair of the Committee on Business and Economic Development, a number of other measures to make doing every day business better...
February 6, 2024
RAMW First Date Restaurant Recommendations
Going on a first date is very exciting. There’s so much to think about, so much to plan. What should you wear? What topics should you discuss? Where should you go? We are here to help you decide one of those questions…where to go. Bookmark this page and refer to it whenever you decide to go on a first date. These restaurants will surely impress you and more importantly, your date.
Breakfast/ Brunch
Founding Farmers
Unconventional Diner
Eat Brgz - West End
Fiola Mare...
February 5, 2024
Celebrate Mardi Gras in DMV in 2024
Here are our picks for a festive Mardi Gras in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area.
Tiki on 18th and The Game Sports Pub
Enjoy a special Mardi Gras Menú from February 2 - 13, 2024 featuring Jambalaya Pasta, Fried Oysters and Shrimp, Fried Oyster Po Boy, Fried Chicken, Red Beans, and Rice, Bourbon-Glazed Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding. Karaoke will kick off the menu on February 6, 2024 and ending with karaoke on February 13, 2024.
La Côte’ D’Or Cafe
Diners can experience a $45.00 3-Course Dinner Menu.
Due South
Let the...
February 2, 2024
RAMW Members celebrate Lunar New Year in style. Here are our picks for Lunar New Year.
China Chilcano’s Lunar New Year Celebration
Usher in the Year of the Dragon with China Chilcano’s Lunar New Year Celebration! From February 8th - 11th, enjoy limited-time dishes from Head Chef Daniel Lugo and expertly crafted cocktails from the bar.
And on Saturday, February 10th, enjoy a traditional Lion Dance led by the artists at Tai Yim Kung Fu beginning at 6pm!
A symbol of abundance and unity, whole fish are key to any Lunar New Year celebration. Our steamed whole striped...
January 29, 2024
Dear RAMW Community,
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey towards better support and protection for the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington and its members. It is with great pleasure that we introduce our new insurance partner, Preferred Insurance Services, Inc.
At RAMW, we are committed to advancing our mission and serving our community with the utmost dedication. In our continuous effort to enhance the well-being of our members, volunteers, and stakeholders, we have carefully chosen Preferred Insurance Services, Inc. as our...
January 19, 2024
Contact:
Anthony Hesselius, LRA PR
anthonyh@lindarothpr.com
202-277-3642
Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week Extended
140+ Participating Restaurants Will Offer Promotion 1/22 - 1/28
WHAT: Winter Restaurant Week, presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), will officially extend from Monday, January 22 through Sunday, January 28, doubling the biannual celebration of the region’s restaurant industry. Over 140 specially priced menus have already been confirmed throughout DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia at...
January 19, 2024
Contact:
Avery Meetre, LRA PR
avery@lindarothpr.com
202-369-4954
The 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards Return Sunday, July 21, 2024
Nominations now open for the capital region’s premier foodservice industry awards
Washington, DC (January 8, 2024)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced today that the 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards will return to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, in partnership with Events DC, on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The awards return to honor excellence in long standing categories that range from individual professional honors to...
January 13, 2024
FINAL REGISTRATION: FEBRUARY 16, 2024
REGISTER HERE!
The National Cherry Blossom Festival, in conjunction with Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, is proud to showcase the Washington, DC area’s vibrant restaurant scene during the 2024 Festival, from March 20 – April 14. Restaurants who enroll in the program offer custom spring-themed menu items that are featured on Festival channels, encouraging Washington, DC area residents and visitors to experience flavors of this iconic DC season with friends and family.
To provide the most value to...
January 4, 2024
Contact:
Avery Meetre, LRA PR
avery@lindarothpr.com
202-369-4954
RAMW Highlights Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week Offerings
Restaurant Week website now live to view participating restaurants + make reservations
Washington, DC (January 3, 2024)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced today the roster of restaurants participating in Winter Restaurant Week from Monday, January 15, through Sunday, January 21. The area’s signature dining promotion gives diners and restaurants something to commemorate this month with...
December 18, 2023
Contact:
Avery Meetre, LRA PR
avery@lindarothpr.com
202-369-4954
1/15 - 1/21: Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week
WHAT: Winter Restaurant Week, presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns as the biannual celebration of the region’s restaurant industry. Restaurant Week gives both diners and restaurants something to commemorate this January with specially priced menus offered throughout DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
To expand menu options available for diners, participating restaurants will offer...
December 6, 2023
Party Planning Made Easy! TheListAreYouOnIt.com & RAMW have partnered up to create a list of EVERY private dining space in the DC Metro Area. This is just the beginning - as we learn of new options, we will add them here. So, whether you want an intimate dining experience for 12 or a dinner party for 200, the accommodations you want to know about are here .. on our List of Private Dining options:
2941 Restaurant - Private dining rooms can accommodate an intimate gathering of 2 to larger private events of up to 100. The main restaurant and outdoor terrace are also available for...
November 16, 2023
DC Health Link, the District of Columbia's Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplace, offers many different health plans to meet every need and budget. Enrollment is easy, and expert help is available.
Annual Special Offer for Coverage Starting January 1
To make sure every DC business can cover its employees, we offer special flexibility for employers starting coverage on January 1st. Employers offering coverage starting January 1st do not have to meet the following standard eligibility requirements:
Fifty percent minimum employer contribution toward employee premiums...
