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February 27, 2017
Press Release | WASHINGTON, DC – February 27, 2017 – Washington, DC is committed to becoming the number one city for inclusion. Collectively, the Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) in collaboration with Events DC, the city’s convention and sports authority, and Mayor Muriel Bowser will continue its first-of-its-kind collaboration at the WeDC House at South by Southwest (SXSW). The...
January 25, 2017
Press Release | DC Restaurants Help Kick Off 2017 Washington Auto Show
RAMW member restaurants welcome fans with Auto Show specials and promotions
Washington, DC - Events DC and the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) along with its members are excited to welcome the 2017 Washington Auto Show from January 27 – February 5, 2017. The annual show marks a new era for Washington, D.C.‘...
November 30, 2016
News | NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Small Business Saturday wrapped up its seventh year on Saturday, November 26th, the outpouring of support for local businesses across the country hit record highs with 72% of U.S. consumers aware of the day. More shoppers reported visiting local independent businesses on Small Business Saturday this year than ever before, according to results from the Small Business...
November 16, 2016
News | Congratulations to these RAMW members who recently received Michelin Guide Ratings for the inaugural 2017 DC Michelin Guide.
2 Stars:
minibar by Jose Andres- RAMMYS 2016 Cocktail Program of the Year Finalist
1 Star:
Blue Duck Tavern- RAMMYS 2016 Upscale Casual Brunch Winner
Fiola- RAMMYS 2016 Service Program of the Year Winner
Kinship
Masseria- RAMMYS 2016 New Restaurant of the...
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...
