Running From the Border: The Resurgent Taco

Taqueria Distrito Federal. Photo by Jean Schindler

Having endured decades of abuse at the hands of an American fast-food chain which shall not be named, the taco’s reputation is on the mend – and the humble dish is finally reclaiming its rightful place in the pantheon of comfort food. Modern tacos bear some similarity to what Aztec farmers made long ago, but… read more »

Slam Dunk: Q & A with Britt McHenry

Photo by Tim Lundin

Britt McHenry is a rising star in Washington’s corps of sports journalists.  After covering high-profile national events such as the Super Bowl and the Men’s NCAA Tournament, she made the D.C. market her home in the summer of 2010. Britt is a Florida native who practically grew up with a Dan Marino jersey on her… read more »

Monument Snowboards

Board art and photo courtesy of Rammellzee

Monument: Creating Creative Boards It’s no secret: snowy weather seldom comes to the Metropolitan Washington area until winter is halfway over. As soon as the first flake hits the ground, two things happen: beltway drivers get anxious, and snow lovers of all ages get ready, excited to have some fun in the fresh powder. The… read more »

Oysters: Love on the Half Shell

Oysters

Many foods evoke thoughts of romance, especially around the much-celebrated holiday on February 14th. Chocolate may come to mind for some, but for many of us no food is more perfectly suited to matters of the heart than the oyster. Whether you’re a regular at the local raw bar or you’ve never tried shellfish, chances… read more »

Winging It: The (Sort of) History of the Wing

Wings

Apparently, there has been enough confusion about Buffalo wings that Wikipedia editors felt it necessary to include this admonition: “The American buffalo, like all mammals of its size, has no wings and cannot fly.” The tale of the Buffalo wing doesn’t have one universally agreed-upon version, but like most great legends there is general agreement… read more »

Chewing her Way to the Top: Meet Sonya Thomas, World Champion Eater

Sonya eating a record 167 wings at the Philadelphia Wing Bowl in 2004. Photo by Jeff Fusco.

In one unforgettable scene from the movie Cool Hand Luke, Paul Newman introduced the world to the phenomenon of competitive eating – and although it took a few decades to gain acceptance and popularity, its star has finally risen.

Long Live the King

Multiple-choice question: Why do Washingtonians go to trivia night? Is it A) for the thrill of competition B) to show off their inner nerd C) to impress each other with team names like Dead Hooker Storage, Illiterati and Fat Kids Always Win at See-Saw D) All of the above? Whatever our reasons for playing, trivia… read more »