Scott Greenberg, wtop.com
WASHINGTON – Most of us can’t wait to get out of Washington, D.C. in August. But if you’re considering sticking around next week, there are two things that will work in your favor; less traffic and the annual summer Restaurant Week dine-a-thon.
From August 13th through the 19th, over 200 of the area’s finest restaurants will offer three-course meals for set prices during the 18th biannual Washington, D.C. Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants will offer a three-course lunch for $20.12 (get it? 2012) and a three-course price-fixed dinner for just $35.12.
Further adding to the value-oriented experience, many of these restaurants will also offer up wine tasting specials that you can pair with lunch or dinner.
Click here for a complete list of restaurants taking part in the promotion.
Art and Soul, at 415 New Jersey Ave, Northwest is the brainchild of restaurateur Art Smith. Art grew up in a small southern town where he says, “… My cuisine is certainly a reflection of my upbringing.”
But Smith has come a long way since his youth, cooking for some of the world’s most famous celebrities, including a ten year stint as the personal chef for Oprah Winfrey. Art and Soul celebrates Art’s southern roots with a modern spin.
Continuing with the southern theme, Vidalia restaurant, at 1990 M Street, Northwest, is planning of offering some of chef and owner Jeff Buben’s classic dishes, such as shrimp and grits, on the week-long menu.
Sommelier Ed Jenks has put together a list of red and white wines that represent great quality and value, including an Argentinian Torrontes from Don Manuel Villafa