Central's new GM; Brunch at STK:
PENN QUARTER— Corporate chef David Deshaies has been promoted to general manager and partner at Central Michel Richard (he'll remain as chef as well). He'll oversee a new Sunday brunch (debuting Sept. 21). The restaurant will also add an all-day dining menu in the bar, lounge and patio. [EaterWire]
ADAMS MORGAN— Jack Rose is doing various events in honor of National Bourbon Heritage Month,...
Jerkface Jerky, The Butcher and Other Meaty Beers:
It should come as no surprise that meaty flavors can be expressed in spirits and beers. In some cases they're made by traditional methods, and in other cases they're a bit unconventional.
Prior to the Industrial Revolution smoky beers were the norm. Jack Rose beer director Nahem Simon explains, "In warmer climates malts were dried in the sun to stop sprouting. But in the northern parts of...
Tom Sietsema Salutes the Food at Jack Rose:
For his First Bite, Tom Sietsema revisits Jack Rose, where new chef Russell Jones is making the place more than just a (great) place to drink.
The hamburger and the wings are hits as well. [WaPo]
Jack Rose's New Menu; A Day with Carla Hall:
BOOK CLUB— The Washington Post profiles Carla Hall, just as her new comfort foods-focused cook book debuts. The chef talks about haters on social media, her granny's influence and how she relies on all her senses when she cooks. [WaPo]
ADAMS MORGAN— New Jack Rose chef Russell Jones is debuting his own menu tonight. The whiskey and beer bar will now have a slew of Southern dishes to complement...