If you all missed it, Restaurant Week made its way for the summer which is now called Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week which ran from August 13th to August 19th. Who comes up with these names? Or was this always the name? LOL! Anyway, I got to check out two restaurants last week and I'll fill you in on the differences of the two and what I liked or maybe even disliked about the two.
Those of you that may check my site from time to time might have seen that I had a launch party on July 12th
for the official launch of Franky J Co. It was a lot of work but in the
end so much fun! I wanted to create an event where it showcased a few
of my talents such as shoots I've styled that you see
throughout my website, and a small DJ set from me with DJ by
the name of DJ Geena Marie leading the vibes for the night. I made sure that there was purple everywhere that I could put it since that's my theme for everything involving Franky J Co.
I held the event at Dacha Loft (be sure to tell Alexandra I sent you) in Washington, DC. This space is one of the coolest event spaces with it being pretty secluded, super artsy inside and the building is actually purple on the outside, what a coincidence, right! There were lite bites passed around during the earlier part of the event and a bar set up with just about everything you could think of. I loved the bar!
You can get a sense of how awesome the event was from the photos, enjoy!
I held the event at Dacha Loft (be sure to tell Alexandra I sent you) in Washington, DC. This space is one of the coolest event spaces with it being pretty secluded, super artsy inside and the building is actually purple on the outside, what a coincidence, right! There were lite bites passed around during the earlier part of the event and a bar set up with just about everything you could think of. I loved the bar!
You can get a sense of how awesome the event was from the photos, enjoy!
I, unfortunately, but more so fortunately slept through the Royal Wedding because it came on just a little too EARLY! LOL! I did catch some of the looks throughout the day and there were tons! The hats were definitely the talk of the wedding. I loved all of fascinators as well some of the non-traditional hats. The men looked so dapper with their tail coats. I picked some of my favorite looks from the wedding. Who were your favorites?
What a weekend!!! I didn't expect to get so much rest while also having so much fun. LOL! This weekend was filled with so many happenings be it in DC as well as personal outings with family. Saturday was a full day and night of the Funk Parade festivities. I was only able to make it out for the night portion since I got my hair colored and anyone that has done that before knows that it takes some hours to complete so I'll include a photo from after the Funk Parade showcase at the Lincoln Theater with my new do.
Before I made my way to food, I decided to get my mom her Mother's Day gift as well as my sister's birthday gift. I found two cards but I had to find the rest later that night while out on the town (shouts to Rite Aide on U street that has everything that you can imagine. LOL!).
I decided that Mark's Kitchen would be my best bet for variety as well as something tasty and I was right! I originally had a taste for sushi because of how hot it was outside but their sushi chef wasn't in so I settled for a salmon club with sourdough bread and OMG! I will be back for that soon.
Before I made my way to food, I decided to get my mom her Mother's Day gift as well as my sister's birthday gift. I found two cards but I had to find the rest later that night while out on the town (shouts to Rite Aide on U street that has everything that you can imagine. LOL!).
I decided that Mark's Kitchen would be my best bet for variety as well as something tasty and I was right! I originally had a taste for sushi because of how hot it was outside but their sushi chef wasn't in so I settled for a salmon club with sourdough bread and OMG! I will be back for that soon.
I hope you all tuned into the 'Heavenly Bodies' themed Met Gala. This theme was referenced from the 'Heavenly Bodies' exhibit which had catholic inspired looks but more glam. There was so much to pull from with this theme while still staying cohesive. I think this might have been one of my favorite themes where so many celebrities actually followed the theme. A few had me lost, lol, but for the most part it was within the theme. I choose some of my favorites for you all to check out!
I turned 32 last week on February, 22nd. YAY and YIKES! LOL! I had a full week of events and parties throughout DC. I put on a 90's themed birthday party which was so much fun! There were vibes anywhere from Clueless to Tupac to Run DMC! GOOD TIMES!
Also, sidenote, I know I haven't been the most present on my new site, but there are a lot of final touches needed to get everything going. Not to worry, it's coming a long! I appreciate all of the support with what I have to come.
Also, sidenote, I know I haven't been the most present on my new site, but there are a lot of final touches needed to get everything going. Not to worry, it's coming a long! I appreciate all of the support with what I have to come.
Valentine's Day is here and some of us might not have completely locked in plans. These plans could be for those lovebirds looking for a place to go or if you're just looking to do a galentines day, that works also. Either way, you must go somewhere fun and if you happen to get a deal then it's a win, win! I'm going to fill you in on some places I think would be worth your wild and your pockets will thank you.
El Techo - 606 Florida Ave NW
This place is a hidden gem but also such a cute, casual spot. I feel like you can wear just about anything here and you'll fit right in. They are doing a Valentine's special of chips and guacamole, a seafood-filled paella, flan, and bottle of win for $50. This is a NO BRAINER! Grab your significant other or your friends and get your butt there!
El Techo - 606 Florida Ave NW
This place is a hidden gem but also such a cute, casual spot. I feel like you can wear just about anything here and you'll fit right in. They are doing a Valentine's special of chips and guacamole, a seafood-filled paella, flan, and bottle of win for $50. This is a NO BRAINER! Grab your significant other or your friends and get your butt there!
Are you all sick of my Restaurant Week posts yet? Lol! This is the last one for the winter edition this year and I'll get into some other topics. The last restaurant on my list was Sushiko. This was another restaurant that wasn't necessarily apart of the plan, but plans changed and a friend was open to check this spot out.
If anyone knows me, they know that I just love sushi. Sushi has to be prepared a certain way, it should taste fresh. I personally love raw, fresh sushi. It just brings me joy!
This was another restaurant that offered a four-course meal and they didn't skimp like some restaurants, I won't name. I decided to start out with a drink and the Ginger Champagne was perfect. This drink contains sparkling wine, ginger, and a lemon twist. Everything on the menu sounded so good! I started out with the Otsukuri which is the chef's finest selection of sashimi of the day.
Next was the second course which was called Karage. This was flash dried marinated chicken, house pickle, and ginger caramel. This tasted so flavorful and for those not so adventurous with sushi, this is a good option for you. I can still taste this now it was so flavorful.
My third course was chef's finest selection of nigiri of the day and element roll. This dish was almost too pretty to eat but was so good once I took my first bite. I was so impressed with the element roll paired with the semi-spicy dipping sauce. The nigiri all had different flavors to them as far as fresh or smokey and I loved them all.
Last, was dessert, which was green tea ice cream. I've never been a big fan of green tea ice cream, but a great way to clear your palette after so much sushi.
This restaurant was my favorite of the three, hence why I saved the best for last. The service here was amazing, super knowledgeable waiters, and every dish kept getting better and better and better. They also offer a happy hour at this spot, DAILY. I'll most definitely check that out!
If anyone knows me, they know that I just love sushi. Sushi has to be prepared a certain way, it should taste fresh. I personally love raw, fresh sushi. It just brings me joy!
This was another restaurant that offered a four-course meal and they didn't skimp like some restaurants, I won't name. I decided to start out with a drink and the Ginger Champagne was perfect. This drink contains sparkling wine, ginger, and a lemon twist. Everything on the menu sounded so good! I started out with the Otsukuri which is the chef's finest selection of sashimi of the day.
Next was the second course which was called Karage. This was flash dried marinated chicken, house pickle, and ginger caramel. This tasted so flavorful and for those not so adventurous with sushi, this is a good option for you. I can still taste this now it was so flavorful.
My third course was chef's finest selection of nigiri of the day and element roll. This dish was almost too pretty to eat but was so good once I took my first bite. I was so impressed with the element roll paired with the semi-spicy dipping sauce. The nigiri all had different flavors to them as far as fresh or smokey and I loved them all.
Last, was dessert, which was green tea ice cream. I've never been a big fan of green tea ice cream, but a great way to clear your palette after so much sushi.
This restaurant was my favorite of the three, hence why I saved the best for last. The service here was amazing, super knowledgeable waiters, and every dish kept getting better and better and better. They also offer a happy hour at this spot, DAILY. I'll most definitely check that out!