Articles by Lauren Sloat
Top Mexican Bars in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Whether craving reposado or something sweet and swirled, we’ve got you covered...
Where to Find the 5 Best Margaritas in D.C.
For National Margarita Day
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Drinking 'ritas in the district is almost as patriotic as downing gin rickeys. W...
Top 10 Places to Drink Outdoors in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Check out 10 of our favorite places to enjoy a libation outdoors....
Best Bars for Wings in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
From vegan-friendly "wings" to a gourmet variety, we've rounded up the best bars...
Warm Up: 9 D.C. Bars with Fireplaces
Drinks by the fire are so much nicer
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
A crackling fire is the perfect complement to your next glass of cider....
Five Hot Drinks to Warm Your Soul
From chocolate and cream to cider and spice
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Warm up on cold nights with these five hot cocktails....
Bluejacket Brewery Is Now Open
Long-awaited brewery and restaurant from opens its doors
The brews are flowing at Bluejacket and its bar and restaurant, The Arsenal....
Play Around: 8 Bars With Games in Washington D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
From a movie theater with bar service to bocce ball courts and indoor mini golf,...
Happy Hour Crawl: 14th Street
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Avoid the late night weekend crowds and snag some great deals while you're at it...
8 D.C. Fall Cocktails to Try Now
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Pumpkin, pear, and pepper — oh my! It's time to try a new fall cocktail in the...
5 Must-Visit Hidden Bars in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Blame it on renewed nostalgia for the 1920s (see: Boardwalk Empire, The Great Ga...
Eat and Drink Like a Bartender at Boundary Road
With an exclusive,well-crafted late night menu, H Street's Boundary Road caters ...
5 Best D.C. Local Beers for Fall
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Transition from saisons and hefeweizens to some of these seasonally appropriatel...
Oktoberfest Events in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
You may not make it to Munich this year, but don't sweat it - there's a stellar ...
Fall Preview: 13 Bar, Restaurant and Brewery Openings in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
This fall is shaping up to be a promising season for District drinkers - check o...
Where to Drink on Labor Day Weekend in DC
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Gather the guys (or gals) for some decidedly unlaborious Labor Day weekend plans...
5 Low-Alcohol Cocktails Perfect for Day Drinking in D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Make the most of the remaining days of summer with some day drinking plans that ...
Let the Dogs Out: 5 Bars Where You Can Drink With Rover in Washington
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
There's no reason to leave the pup at home when he's welcome on the patio of the...
DC Beer Week 2013 Preview: 8 Don't-Miss Craft Beer Events
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
This year's festival runs August 11-18, and must-hit events include a beer pairi...
5 Places to Pair Your Drink With Lobster in DC
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
It's lobster season, and with it comes a new opportunity for pairing summer beve...
Zengo Introduces Three New "Test Kitchen" Cocktails
Raise a glass to the last weeks of summer with one of three cocktails from the l...
Cool Down: D.C. Bars with Great Air Conditioning
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
A collection of Drink DC-tested, certifiably cool locales to enjoy libations whe...
5 Essential Hangover Cures in Washington, DC
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Despite the best intentions (liquor before beer, anyone?), hangovers can happen ...
Flowing Bowls: 5 DC Bars That Pack a Punch
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
The cocktail made popular by British sailors in the 1600s is experiencing a revi...
Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite: 5 Places to Celebrate Bastille Day in D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Roulette, cabaret, bikinis - there are lots of things for which we can thank the...
Independence Day: Where to Celebrate July 4th in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Patriotically themed parties and beverages abound in the District this week....
5 Banging Bacon Drinks in Washington, DC
You'll be bacon for these libations
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
These bacony cocktails will have you saying "pork please!" in no time....
Black Jack Debuts New Cocktail Menu With Palomas and ISCDs
Every cocktail on the list packs in three ounces of booze, nearly double the cit...
Warm Weather Brew: 5 Local Beers Perfect for Summer
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
District drinkers benefit from ever more options for cooling down with a local b...
Myriad Margaritas at Mi Cocina, New in Chevy Chase
A Tex-Mex eatery with serious marg appeal
Dallas-based Mi Cocino brings to Friendship Heights margaritas so strong that th...
Summer Preview: 6 Bars to Look Forward to in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
It's opening season in the District and a slate of new restaurants with notable ...
5 Hot Cocktail Trends in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
It's out with the old and in with the new when it comes to cocktailing in D.C., ...
Where to Drink on Memorial Day Weekend in Washinton, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Toast the new season at one of these bars or events in the days ahead....
B Too Brings More Beer to Logan Circle
Because everything is better with a "B"
Chef Bart Vandaele's B Too delivers a seriously insane Belgian beer list to Loga...
Where to Find Boozy Milkshakes in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Who said you had to choose between drinks and dessert, anyway?...
Bars with Purse Hooks in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
There are plenty of bars with purse hooks in D.C. where you can stash your stuff...
Izakaya at Daikaya Serves Up Japanese Whiskey, Cocktails
This is not your college sake bomb
The 90-seat izakaya at Daikaya serves up cocktails, shochu, sake and Japanese wh...
7 Bars Where You're Most Likely to See a Celebrity in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Celebrity sightings in D.C. feature more than just the Majority Whip at these fa...
Best Tap Lists in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
These bars are a sure bet for a winning draft list....
Now Open: GBD (Golden Brown Delicious)
With booze-baked doughnut flavors and an expertly edited beverage program helmed...
Nats Brew: Craft Beer Options at Nationals Park
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
The Nats aren't the only thing heating up at Nationals Park this year - the venu...
Now Open in Dupont: The Gryphon
Now open in Dupont, The Gryphon puts a polished spin on the sometimes stale spor...
6 Don't-Miss Hot Cocktails for Cold Nights
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Six cocktails mulled, brewed and spiced to warm perfection....
Mari Vanna Now Open in Dupont Circle
Russian restaurant offers more than 70 house-infused vodkas
The new restaurant-bar in Dupont Circle is half grandma's house and half cocktai...
Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week Drink Deals: 8 Reservations to Make Now
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Find out where to dine with a drink lover during D.C. Restaurant Week....
2013 Preview: 5 Bars to Look Forward to in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Five forthcoming openings that are making us thirsty....
Now Open: Farmers Fishers Bakers, Serving Tiki Cocktails, Beer Cocktails and More
Washington Harbour Restaurant Reopens Post-Flood with Notable New Beverage Program
Farmers and Fishers has reopened as Farmers Fishers Bakers, with a remodeled spa...
New Year: Five Drink DC Resolutions for 2013
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Resolve to invigorate 2013 with these five fun district drinking strategies....
Washington, D.C.'s 10 Hottest Bars of 2012
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Ten new bars that defined the D.C. drinking scene in 2012....
Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve 2013 in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
We've rounded up 2012 New Year's Eve options for everyone in the district, inclu...
Ripple's Josh Berner Shares His Favorite Christmas Cocktail Recipes
Cocktail classes are set for January and February
by Lauren Sloat in Cocktail Recipes
Josh Berner shares three winter-worthy drink recipes from his latest cocktail cl...
The Federalist Shakes up Early American Cocktails With Winter-Worthy Infusions
The Federalist's Rob Yealu debuts a winter cocktail lineup and house-made infusi...
D.C. Beer: Top 5 New Local Beers of 2012
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
From Bluejacket's preview batches to an anniversary ale and seven-brewery collab...
Mayfair & Pine Thibaut-Janisson Winery Wine Dinner, December 7
Charlottesville wines get paired with Top Chef cuisine
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
Taste your way through six different wines produced at Charlottesville's Thibaut...
Gift Guide: 5 Top-Notch Gift Spots for D.C. Drink Lovers
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
We've rounded up the best places to find wine, beer and cocktail-related gifts f...
Matchbox 14th Street Opens November 30 With Wine on Tap
The 14th Street location will officially open its doors on November 30, with som...
Celebrate: 5 Places to Hold Your Office Party in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
We've rounded up a selection of venues with the perfect blend of atmosphere and ...
Poste Launches Cour de L'Hiver, A Winter Courtyard Bar
Poste Modern Brasserie has transformed its beloved courtyard into a wintry cockt...
Rosa Mexicano Introduces New Fall Menu and Cocktails
New menu curated by Jonathan Waxman celebrates the season
Rosa Mexicano is working with local purveyors to craft uber-seasonal lineups....
Halloween Party Guide for Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Whether you're going goblin or sexy siren, there's a Halloween party for souls o...
Cast Your Cocktail Vote Around the District
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Election season has spawned Obama- and Romney-themed libations - not to mention ...
Drafting Table Now Open on 14th Street
Now open on 14th Street, Drafting Table is serving up comfort fare and a sizable...
DC Wine Week Guide: Five Don't-Miss Events
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
It's officially now DC Wine Week 2012! Her's where to raise your glass with othe...
Daily Grill Introduces New Happy Hours and Renovated Bar
The bar at Dupont's Daily Grill is sporting a new look - and new happy hour item...
Five Must-Try Fall Cocktails in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Some of our favorite fall treats are showing up in liquid form around the Distri...
New Fall Cocktails at Masa 14
Newly appointed executive chef Adam Goldman introduced five new seasonal plates,...
Art and Soul's Saturday Suppers Introduce D.C. to New Spirits
Inaugural event features Glorious Gin
Capitol Hill's Art and Soul is now featuring monthly four-course, family-style m...
Sommelier Matt Carroll Wins Bottle Battle II
Brabo sommelier Matt Carroll faced off against mixologist-about-town Gina Cherse...
Autumn Beer: Five Local Washington, D.C. Brews for Fall
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
With notes both spicy and sweet and sourced from the local harvest, this collect...
Fall Preview: 7 Bar & Restaurant Openings in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
From another district-based brewery to cocktail bars both curated and Japanese, ...
Firefly Renovation Will Revamp Bar Program
Firefly is closing for substantial renovations, most notably including an expand...
Labor Day Events in Washington, D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Get in the Labor Day spirit by resolving to kick back this weekend, whether it's...
Gina Chersevani at Hank's Oyster Bar: Don't Mess with the Mixtress
The Mixtress shakes up cocktails with attitude at The Eddy Bar
At the Capitol Hill location of Hank's Oyster Bar, The Eddy Bar features uniquel...
DC Beer Week Cruises Into Washington
by Lauren Sloat in Beer
Sunday marked the third annual DC Beer Week Craft Beer Cruise, a three-hour Odys...
Forthcoming Bluejacket Brewery Unveils Latest Collaborations at Churchkey
by Lauren Sloat in Beer
Washington O.C., a 10.5% ABV caramel-tinged quad, is one of the most popular of ...
D.C. Beer Week Guide: 10 Don't Miss Events
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Here's your guide to the best events during the fourth annual D.C. Beer Week....
Get your Margarita Fix at El Chucho
The Jackie's Sidebar Mixologist Mixes it Up in Columbia Heights
Now open in a former liquor store in Columbia Heights, El Chucho features the sa...
901 Restaurant & Bar Unveils New Cocktail Specials
In recent weeks, 901 has rolled out a series of new cocktail specials, including...
London 2012 Summer Olympics Food & Drink Specials in Washington, D.C.
Raise a glass for Team USA
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
Whether it's a Brit-themed burger or a bevvie emblazoned with the Olympic rings ...
Lots of Wine (and a Little Food) at Tel'Veh
Tel'Veh is all about the wine, with a great selection by bottle and glass....
Drink to Summer Restaurant Week, August 13-19
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
A handful of D.C.'s best restaurants have added beverage specials to their summe...
Independence Day: July 4 Celebrations in Washington, D.C.
Happy birthday, America
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
There's no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in D.C. - it's imposs...
Matchbox Unveils New Infusions & Plans for 14th Street
Local mini-chain Matchbox is adding a collection of house-infusions into the sum...
Summertime Sips: Five Cocktails to Try Now
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
We'll take any excuse to drink, but swimming through the D.C. swamp air is our f...
Last Call for America Eats Tavern and Fullsteam Brews
by Lauren Sloat in Beer
There are only a few weeks left to sample Owen Thomson's Americana cocktails as ...
10 Best D.C. Bars for Summer
by Lauren Sloat in Roundups
From beer gardens and bocce courts to rooftop getaways and water-based watering ...
Tropicalia Coming Soon to U Street
Rumor has it that in the very near future, the corner of 14th and U streets NW w...
Drink Like an Italian at La Forchetta
At Roberto Dona's latest, the fresh, housemade pasta is some of the best in the ...
Bandolero Brings Margaritas on Tap to Georgetown
Until Mike Isabella's Bandolero opened its in late May 2012, the Georgetown dini...
3 Stars Brewing Opens Homebrew Shop
by Lauren Sloat in Beer
On June 1, 3 Stars Brewing Company will open its Homebrew Shop, the first of its...
A Chat with Mixtress Gina Chersevani, Mixologist at Hank's Oyster Bar on the Hill
The third installment of Hank's Oyster Bar will differentiate itself with a 20-s...
Ted's Bulletin Carves Cocktail-Club Niche With New Spring Drinks
Until recently, Ted's Bulletin was best known as a neighborhood diner, but now i...
Owen Thomson Mixes Cocktails with History at America Eats Tavern
America Eats Tavern serves the most researched, highly historical libations in t...
Now Open: Rooftop at Masa 14
Now there's another Sandoval spot to add to your list of drinking destinations f...
Now Open: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at the Washington Hilton
In February 2012, Brentwood-based coffee shop The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf opened ...
Savor Icelandic Food & Drink Without a Trip to Winterfell, April 12-15
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
A Taste of Iceland brings Icelandic food, drink and culture to DC for four days ...
901 Restaurant & Bar's New Sidewalk Patio Is Open
901 Restaurant & Bar just unveiled an 800-square-foot patio and will be celebrat...
Drink Like a President at Jefferson-Inspired Wine Dinners
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
Apropos of Jefferson's April 13 birthday, two different menus at The Jefferson h...
Preview Bandolero Tasting Menu with Cocktail Pairings at Tackle Box, April 19-May 5
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
Though construction delays mean there's no set launch date for Mike Isabella's f...
Ruinart Champagne Introduces New Brands to D.C.
by Lauren Sloat in Wine
Last week, area tastemakers gathered at Poste for a "sensory interpretation meal...
First Look: Ripple's Sugar Magnolia
Perfect post-cocktail, gourmet picnic fare
Ripple's gourmet market Sugar Magnolia is now open daily, and proffers sweet tre...
Weekend Picks, 3/22-3/25
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend: preview Artini entries, stand-up comedy with craft brew...
New: Boqueria Fills Niche for Post-Work Downtown Crowd
The first D.C. outpost of Boqueria officially opened its doors at the corner of ...
Weekend Picks, St. Patrick's Day Edition, 3/15-3/18
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Sip and Savor on Wednesdays at The Capital Wine Festival
by Lauren Sloat in Wine
District food and wine enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to learn about some...
Weekend Picks, 3/8-3/11
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Oyamel Toasts Spring with Tequila & Mezcal Festival
Early March fun for locals
by Lauren Sloat in Drink Deals
This week marks the beginning of Oyamel's Tequila & Mezcal Festival, a two-week ...
Weekend Picks, 2/23-2/26
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Weekend Picks, 2/16-2/19
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Where to Celebrate Valentine's Day in Washington, D.C.
Because romancin' is better with booze
by Lauren Sloat in Culture
Whether you want to share sexy sips with a significant other or are looking to r...
Park Hyatt Lounge: Serious Cocktails for the Downtown Crowd
The Park Hyatt is already known as a foodie destination, but slightly more under...
Brazil Meets China: Zengo Serves up Shanghai-Sao Paulo Cocktails
Zengo has just launched Test Kitchen: Shanghai-Sao Paulo, a new seasonal food an...
Weekend Picks, Groundhog Day/Super Bowl Edition, 2/2-2/5
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Weekend Picks, 1/26-1/29
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Drink for Dogs at the 11th Annual Sugar & Champagne Affair, Feb 1
by Lauren Sloat in Event Listing
Notable Washington bartenders and chefs will come together for the 11th annual S...
Weekend Picks, 1/19-1/22
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
Weekend Picks, 1/12-1/15
What to do this weekend
by Lauren Sloat in Events
What to do this weekend...
What to Drink at Enzo Fargione's Elisir
While there may have been controversy surrounding the water, there's no question...
Restaurant Week: 5 Picks with Great Drinks
by Lauren Sloat in Drink Deals
Gourmet food on the cheap is all well and good, but what's Restaurant Week witho...
New at Poste: Winter Drink Menu & Heated Outdoor Courtyard
Two seasonally-inspired cocktail menus and a restyled outdoor courtyard have tra...
J&G Steakhouse: Happy Hour on the Hour & JG2GO
by Lauren Sloat in Bars & Restaurants for
You don't always have to shell out big bucks to drink (or eat) in high style. ...
Now Open: Black Jack
Fourteenth Street's new shrine to artisanal cocktails marries craft libations wi...
Local Wines and Autumnal Cocktails at the Farmland Feast, Nov 7
by Lauren Sloat in Events
On Monday, November 7, D.C.'s best known chefs and sommeliers will come together...
5 Best Wine Bars in DC
by Lauren Sloat in Wine
The trifecta of Dupont, U Street and Logan Circle offers a walkable array of Was...
The History of The Boulevardier Cocktail - and How You Can Make it at Home
In this history segment, we take a closer look at a classic cocktail: The Boulevardier....read more ›
by The Drink Nation Nov 2, 2020
Inside Look: Campari's Stylish North American Headquarters in New York
If you're a frequent Negroni drinker, always order Wild Turkey Bourbon in your old fashioneds, or prefer your margaritas made with Espolón Tequila, C...read more ›
by The Drink Nation Jan 9, 2020
Behind the Bar: Liana Oster of Dante
For this exciting installment of Behind the Bar, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Liana Oster, the head bartender at Dante in New Yo...read more ›
by The Drink Nation Jan 7, 2020
Pabst Blue Ribbon Launches Blue Ribbon Whiskey in Select US Markets
PBR has launched their own whiskey. Let's keep an open mind and see what is inside this bottle....read more ›
by Carrie Dow Sep 24, 2019
The Master Sommelier Scandal is Now the Subject of a New Investigative Series
There's a new investigative series about one of the biggest scandals to ever hit the wine world....read more ›
by The Drink Nation Sep 13, 2019
Try These Summer Cocktails This Season in D.C.
It's officially summertime in the city, and we can't think of a better way to cool off from DC's heat and humidity than with a cold, boozy cocktail in...read more ›
by Lanna Nguyen Jul 31, 2019
Using Peas to Make Gin Might Lead to More Environmentally Friendly Spirits, Studies Show
Scientists may have discovered a more environmentally friendly way to ...read more ›
by The Drink Nation Jul 23, 2019
Drink a Classic Cocktail for a Good Cause During Negroni Week, June 24-30
Negroni Week 2019 is June 24-30, so drink this classic cocktail for a good cause....read more ›
by The Drink Nation Jun 19, 2019
What to Do if Your Uber, Lyft, or Cab Driver Ever Strays From Your Destination or Makes You Feel in Danger
If you're taking an Uber, Lyft, or cab and feel unsafe, there are step...read more ›
by Nina Starner Jun 19, 2019
D.C.'s Best Wine Bars
Whether you're a wino or a wine novice, DC is home to a number of wine bars perfect for casual sipping or for expanding your palate. ...read more ›
by Lanna Nguyen May 29, 2019
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