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February 4, 2021
Press Release | Servicemen and women invited back to the nation’s capital for future leisure travel. Washington, DC -- Mayor Muriel E. Bowser and the Hospitality Alliance, comprised of Destination DC, Events DC, Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington and the Hotel Association of Washington, D.C., today announced that members of the military will be eligible for special deals and discounts in DC...
February 3, 2021
Press Release | Benson J. Fischer, Love Real Estate founder, has had an extensive background in real estate and food service. He has owned and operated 51 restaurants and orchestrated hundreds of restaurant leases, sales, and workout-reorganization transactions. He has also bought and sold restaurants and manufacturing/distribution businesses in Bankruptcy. Benson’s brings 40 years of exceptional...
January 13, 2021
Press Release | Groundbreaking collaboration provides detailed copyright information for more than 20 million songs, including reconciled ownership shares, offering greater transparency for the industry NEW YORK – (December 21, 2020) – ASCAP and BMI, the nation’s two leading performing rights organizations, today announced the launch of SONGVIEW, a comprehensive data platform that...
November 11, 2020
Press Release | Cocktail Enthusiasts, Local and International Experts, Acclaimed Chefs, and Entertainers Host Virtual Happy Hours and Cocktail How-Tos Washington, DC (November 10, 2020)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) kicks off its celebration of cocktail culture and restaurants as DC Cocktail Week returns – with a twist – November 16-22, 2020, at more than 75 restaurants...
September 20, 2020
Press Release | Irrepressibly Strong Industry and Winners in Regional Award Categories Celebrated Amidst Ongoing Challenges Washington, DC (September 20, 2020)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced winners of The RAMMY Awards tonight during a virtual program viewed live by a first-ever public audience. Broadcasted live from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the two-hour...
September 1, 2020
Press Release | The 2020 K-FOOD Cook-Off with K-Seafood will be held at the Hyatt Regency at Tysons Corner Center on Sunday, September 27th, 2020, 3-6pm. This event is sponsored by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, the Korean Food Promotion Institute, the Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs, Ministry of Oceans and Fishery and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. Event...
September 1, 2020
Press Release | In recognition of the increasingly popularity of Korean food on the American culinary landscape, the 2020 K-Food Week Video Contest will feature K-Food stories shared online by K-Food enthusiasts. The contestants’ videos will describe their K-Food experience, i.e.: What’s your favorite K-Food? Why? When did you first experience K-Food or visit a K-Food market or eatery? What do you...
August 26, 2020
Press Release | Program to celebrate resilient industry with Best of RAMMYS dining experience September 11-18 Washington, DC (August 26, 2020)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) will announce the winners of The RAMMY Awards during a virtual, live program on the evening of Sunday, September 20, from 6pm to 8pm. Broadcast live from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the two...
August 3, 2020
Press Release | New Identity and Website Complement a Growing Team with Expanded Services Bethesda, Md. – Potomac Construction, one of the Washington, D.C. region’s leading commercial general contracting firms, has been providing clients with the highest levels of quality construction and guidance for over 15 years. Entering a new decade and the next chapter in the firm’s ongoing legacy, the...
July 30, 2020
Press Release | Annual promotion born from crisis in 2001 returns to support current restaurant recovery efforts.   WHAT: Summer Restaurant Week, presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns as the region’s biannual celebration of outstanding restaurants that contribute so much to our region. New this year, Restaurant Week has expanded to include a to-go program with a...
July 9, 2020
Press Release | Effort will aid Washington D.C. area restaurant families diagnosed with COVID-19 FRANKLIN, TN, June 24, 2020 – Capital One today announced a $25,000 grant to CORE: Children of Restaurant Employees in support of restaurant employees with children in Washington D.C., Northern Virginia, and the Southern Maryland area.  CORE, a national non-profit organization, provides financial relief...
June 25, 2020
Press Release | Industry moves forward to honor resilience and innovation this year and focus on rebuilding Washington, DC (June 25, 2020)—Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) along with its partners at Events DC announced today that The 38th Annual RAMMY Awards have been rescheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2020 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The format for the awards...
May 4, 2020
Press Release | First virtual RAMMYS Nominations Announcement celebrated resilient industry and awards finalists. Washington, DC (May 4, 2020)—Industry professionals and their fans tuned in online this afternoon as Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced finalists for the 2020 RAMMY Awards, the winners of which will be announced later this year. The new format was...
April 27, 2020
Press Release | WHAT: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) is excited to bring The 38th Annual RAMMY Awards Nominations Announcement online on Monday, May 4. During these unprecedented times, RAMW commends its members for their resilience, innovation, and community support. The announcement of the RAMMYS finalists will again celebrate the industry and highlight the finalists...
April 23, 2020
Press Release | Today, we're excited to announce a new marketing initiative designed to help diners more easily support DMV restaurants working tirelessly to keep kitchens #openfordelivery and takeout. With local public health safety restrictions expected to last through mid-May, we've partnered with Justin Schuble – Founder + Creative Director of the Metropolitan Washington region's most...

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