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November 6, 2016
Press Release | Today, Whitman-Walker Health (WWH) announced several DC-area restaurants will show their support for the upcoming Walk & 5K to End HIV, formerly AIDS Walk Washington, by participating in the first annual Brunch to End HIV on Sunday, November 6th. Each of the participating restaurants has agreed to donate a portion of their November 6th brunch sales to benefit Whitman-Walker’s HIV...
November 3, 2016
Press Release | ProChile, Foods From Chile and the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) held their third annual Chilean Chef Challenge last night at the National Restaurant Association building in Washington, DC. Guests had the opportunity to eat, drink and experience Chile with seven chefs and six mixologists creating dishes and cocktails using Chilean products and the inspiration of Chilean...
October 31, 2016
Press Release | Stratford University, with eight campuses in Virginia, Maryland, and internationally in New Delhi, India, will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the Tallest Pyramid Cake on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11 at Potomac Mills. The current record for the Tallest Pyramid Cake measured 1.98 m (6 ft 5.95 in) and was achieved by Atul Bakery, Shakti Foundation and Ashwin Sudani in Surat...
October 19, 2016
Press Release | CohnReznick LLP, one of the leading accounting, tax, and advisory firms in the United States, has announced that it will present its 2016 Restaurant Technology Summit.  The event will focus on the theme of “Breakthrough Strategies for Competing in Today’s Digital Marketplace” and will take place on October 27th in Washington, D.C. Addressing the fact that restaurant owners...
October 13, 2016
News | WASHINGTON D.C. Oct. 13, 2016--Michelin today released the first selection of the MICHELIN Guide Washington 2017, which highlights the diversity and richness of the local culinary scene. In this first selection, three restaurants have been awarded two stars: Mini Bar, where under the eyes of his customers, chef Jose Andres offers particularly avant-garde and innovative cuisine in the form of a...
October 7, 2016
Press Release | As the official convention and sports authority for the District of Columbia, Events DC will shine its venues in a red glow to celebrate the 2016 playoff berth of the Washington Nationals.  Events DC will light up the following venues: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Carnegie Library at Mt. Vernon Square and Gateway DC to support the Washington Nationals during their postseason quest...
August 11, 2016
News | I'm sure that the President and First Lady have a lot on their minds right now. It’s not because they’ll be vacating the White House shortly, or that they won’t have Air Force One at their disposal, or that all those late-night ragers with Vice President Biden will come to an end (c’mon, that guy parties!). No, it’s because the First Couple famously loves to go...
July 15, 2016 to July 21, 2016
Press Release | Seventh Annual Belgian Restaurant Week in the Nation's Capital July 15-21, 2016 Belgian Restaurant Week is back and better than ever this July. Coming off serious domination on the Eurocup field, the Belgians are doing what they do best: drinking Belgian beer, cooking delicious waffles and frîtes -- and partying! All week long, the top Belgian toques in town will unite in honoring...
June 24, 2016
Press Release | Workforce development and job placement are key focus Fairfax, VA (June 24, 2016) – Stratford University’s School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts is pleased to announce its new partnership with the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW). With a focus on workforce development and job and intern placement, RAMW will connect and promote...
June 15, 2016
Press Release | This summer, the Neighborhood Restaurant Group, Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (BID) and Liberty Property Trust are partnering to bring a seasonal, craft beer garden called Canteen to the District. The 100-seat outdoor beer garden in the courtyard at 2100 M Street NW will feature 10 rotating drafts, a menu from Red Apron Butchery, weekly live music, and lawn games. Canteen will be...
June 12, 2016
Press Release | Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Announces 2016 RAMMY Award Winners Washington, DC (June 12, 2016)—Top foodservice industry professionals and their fans gathered tonight at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the 34th Annual RAMMY Awards as Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced winners in 22 award categories. The selection process for the...
June 10, 2016
Press Release | The Convention Center Will Host More Than 2,000 Top Restaurant Industry Professionals across the District’s Vibrant Culinary Experiences Washington, DC [June 10, 2016] – As the official convention and sports authority, Events DC and partner, Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) prepare to celebrate the much-...
May 23, 2016
Press Release | Washington, DC – The National Center for Health Statistics’ recently released report “Health Insurance Coverage: Early Release of Estimates From the National Health Interview Survey,  2015” shows that the District of Columbia continues  to have one of the  lowest uninsured  rates in the nation. The National Center for Health Statistics report highlights...
May 18, 2016
Press Release | Representatives from Washington’s vibrant restaurant scene came together with the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) on May 10 to discuss developments in the restaurant and foodservice industry. Allison Aubrey, Food & Health Correspondent for NPR, led a discussion that touched on restaurant growth in Washington, the unique opportunities restaurants provide, and how to...
May 12, 2016
Press Release | Occidental Grill & Seafood Recognized for 110 Years in Business Washington, DC (May 5, 2016) – Occidental Grill & Seafood, a Washington dining staple celebrating its 110th year on Pennsylvania Avenue, will receive the 2016 Honorary Milestone RAMMY Award from Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW). Honoring longstanding local restaurants and RAMW...

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