Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath One of my favorite things about living around DC, is the way all of the diverse cultures come together on a plate. We’re fortunate to live in a place where we can all find the food we grew up with from within our fair city, or around the Beltway. It’s like having a passport to another country [...]
Articles By: Megan McGrath
Winter Cocktail Preview at POV
By Megan McGrath, Punch Palate Correspondent POV at the W is known for its iconic view of DC, and for rolling out the red carpet. And soon they’ll be rolling out their new Winter Cocktail Menu!  These posh offerings feature strong spirits to warm you up, and hints of citrus and spice. I got an advance look [...]
Simply Brilliant Cocktail Class
By Megan McGrath, Punch Palate Correspondent I dabble in drinking cocktails, but I’ve never really spent much time making them.  My dad and my friend are former bartenders, so I’m usually just in charge of the food. Sometimes the standard beer and wine selection can get a bit dull. Especially, when I’m throwing a dinner party. [...]
Tasty Tapas and Happy Hour at Recess
by Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath When I hear the word “recess” it conjures up fond memories of growing up. Playing with friends, and a much deserved break from the school day. The conveniently located Recess Tapas Lounge is the perfect adult playground after work. Only a block from the McPherson Square metro and steps from [...]
A Perfect Old Town Partnership: The Sugar Cube and La Fromagerie
by Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Welcome to paradise, my version of paradise anyway! Stepping into Old Town’s The Sugar Cube is like walking into the brightest, happiest place on earth, candyland! Patrons are instantly greeted by vivid, sunny colors, and both unique and nostalgic candies. The recently relocated store has everything from gourmet truffles (more on that [...]
The Park Hyatt Washington & Blue Duck Tavern’s Masters of Food & Wine Event
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Summer Sundays are lazy days. Most of us lounge around the pools, or seek out air-conditioned activities to avoid the opressive DC humidity and to recover from our Saturday nights. In fact, just about the only thing that can motivate this city on a Sunday is the promise of an amazing [...]
Boqueria: Bringing Barcelona to Dupont Circle
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath I love to travel and one of my favorite places in the world is definitely Barcelona. Â The city’s energy is infectious, the architecture eclectic, and the food, well let’s just say I’m still dreaming about that paella. Â Thank goodness Boqueria recently brought Barcelona to me. Â Right in the heart [...]
A Divine Wine Dinner At Old Hickory Steakhouse
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath On May 5th I attended the Old Hickory Steakhouse Wine Dinner featuring Cooking Light and Tortoise Creek Wines.  The dinner held at the Old Hickory Steakhouse, was a lovely evening filled light foods packed with flavor.  The wines from Tortoise Creek were the ultimate compliment, and the Tortoise Creek owner, [...]
A New Look at The Curious Grape Wine, Dine and Shop
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Most of you in Arlington have heard of The Curious Grape. The playful wine shop has been around the Shirlington block for a few years, and recently re-opened with new and expanded services. The Curious Grape Wine, Dine and Shop now features the additions of a cheese counter (!), [...]
I Love Lamb aka Greek Easter Celebration at Zaytinya
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Spring spring spring! I’m so happy, I could break out into a musical number. I love the fresh fruit and veggies, and most of all, sitting outside before things in DC get too sticky with our infamous humidity (more on that later). Spring also means it’s time for Easter. [...]
901 Restaurant Revamped Menu
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Stepping into 901 Restaurant feels like you are transported to Vegas, and friends, that is a very good thing in my opinion. The decor features sleek white leather booths and accents with dim lighting. The restaurant also features an impressive beer and cocktail menu, which I sampled, and a [...]
Visit to Mad Fox Brewery
By Punch Palate Correspondent Megan McGrath Did you know there’s a beer revolution happening in the DC area? Beer is no longer a cheap accompaniment to a tailgate in the middle of the summer, but a classy companion to a fancy meal in some of our hottest restaurants. I’m all for sampling the vast lists [...]
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