By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer Dupont’s newest eatery, Mari Vanna opened its newest U.S. location last Tuesday night for a special friends and family preview party. Known for its authentic Russian cuisine, the restaurant is named after fairytale grandmother Mari Vanna who was said to have welcomed hungry travelers into her house with a [...]
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Pamela’s Punch featured in New Year’s Eve Fashion Segment
Post by Punch Pret-a-Porter & Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer In an effort to inspire some New Year’s eve outfit inspiration, our very own Felice Smith recently appeared in a live TV segment for the local CBS affiliate WUSA9. The segment was hosted by area lifestyle expert and Carine’s Bridal Atelier owner Carine Krawiec who styled New [...]
Fairfield Inn & Suites Celebrates 25 Years With a Giveaway
By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer This month marks the 25th anniversary of the Fairfield Inn & Suites hotels. As part of the Marriott family, the Fairfield Inn & Suites are known for catering to both business and leisure travelers and I can attest to that first-hand. Years ago when I worked for Oscar Mayer, [...]
House of Dior Chevy Chase Presents Fall ’12 Collection
By Punch Pret-a-Porter Whitney Stringer The House of Dior of Chevy Chase recently invited an intimate group of “Fashingtonians” for a special Fall Ready-to-Wear collection preview. Style blogger April Jones Firoozabadi of My Style DC hosted the midsummer champagne reception. Guests were introduced to the new line which features classic yet updated Lady Dior styles [...]
Shop Fall Must-Haves On Sale Now at Nordstrom
By Punch Pret-a-Porter and Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer Nordstrom’s highly anticipated Anniversary Sale is underway. This fall’s shopping lists are all about moto leather jackets, brightly colored tights, structured statement bags and narrow cropped pants and the must-have staple for all, is the tough and rugged boot. You can find these pieces and many more [...]
Musiq Monday
By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer If you’re looking for way to unwind from the weekend check out Musiq Soulchild (above) performing live at Howard Theatre Monday, July 9th in the evening. The 11-time Grammy nominated artist is best known for his soulful sounds mixing influences from R&B, rock, hip-hop, funk, soul, funk, blues, and [...]
Play With Your Food: Recess Tapas Lounge Opens Friday
By Punch Review Correspondent Whitney Stringer Starting Friday you’ll have a real excuse to play with your food! Recess Lounge located in the White House corridor will open their highly anticipated Tapas Lounge. The popular nightclub has partnered with Chef Will Vivas to also offer a full tapas menu for Happy Hour and dinner service. [...]
Red Sprinkle Fashion Camp Kick-Off Reception
By Punch Pret-a-Porter Correspondent Whitney Stringer This week marks the start of the Red Sprinkle Fashion Camp at Mary’s Center in Northwest DC. Mary’s Center is known for their great work delivering high-quality health care, education and social services help to families in need in Wards 1, 2 and 4. Red Sprinkle a local fashion [...]
The Best Hats of the RAMMYS
By Punch Pret-a-Porter Correspondent Whitney Stringer On Sunday night the local hospitality community stepped out topped in their favorite hats for the highly anticipated RAMMYS. Each year the Restaurant Association Metropolitian Washington puts on a party to celebrate our areas best restaurants and industry leaders. This year’s soiree was all about the hats with the [...]
P.O.V Summer Cocktail Party with Gilt City
By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer On Tuesday night a posh group of Washingtonians gathered at P.O.V. Roof Terrace and Lounge, the stylish rooftop bar at W Hotel. P.O.V. partnered with Gilt City, the popular site from Gilt Groupe offering great insider prices for exclusive offers and adventures around town. To kick-off summer, the evening [...]
ABC’s “Scandal” Inspiration Judy Smith Speaks at Howard University
By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer On Tuesday evening, the Black Public Relations Society of D.C. hosted a special pre-screening event for ABC’s newest show Scandal with Howard University. The show is loosely based on the hard-hitting career of D.C. crisis management professional Judy Smith. Smith of Smith & Co, has been called upon to [...]
Rémy Martin Hosts VIP Dinner to Launch “V”
By Punch Preview Correspondent Whitney Stringer Last week the folks behind the House of Rémy Martin hosted a group of D.C. tastemakers, socialites and media mavens for their launch of their newest product, “V”. While Rémy Martin is know for their collection of cognacs, “V” is in a category of it’s own, as a 100% [...]
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