Masa 14
Masa 14

Back At It Again

If you have ever lived in or around DC, I'm sure you've heard of Richard Sandoval's restaurant Masa 14. This Asian-Latin eatery has been a staple in my DC restaurant circuit for years but had sort of been forgotten as I was trying to keep up with the insane new restaurant openings in the District. BUT, Masa's new chef de cuisine, Ryan Ratino has put Masa back on the heat map and is absolutely slaying it with innovative, seasonal cuisine.  Check out my evening of utter bliss below.

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ReviewsMichelle Strobelmasa 14, richard sandoval, ryan ratino, chef ratino, chef sandoval, chef ryan ratino, dc restaurant, dc restaurants, dc dining, hangry district, restaurant reviews, restaurant, reviews, three stars, asian latin fusion, asian cuisine, dc Comment
Twisted Horn
Twisted Horn

The Happiest of Hours

Petworth's Upshur Street continues to stay poppin' with the newest installment of the Hank's Oyster Bar family - Twisted Horn. This snacks and cocktails establishment is classy yet casual with drinks to die for and perfectly popable eats to keep you from being hangry.

- See more at: https://michelle-scholtes.squarespace.com/blog/2016/3/29/twisted-horn#sthash.uT9Al6Li.dpuf

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ReviewsMichelle Strobeltwisted horn, dc, petworth, hangry district, happy hour, cocktails, snacks, cheese, meat, hanks, hangry, bars, vermouth, date nightComment
Hangry District Cocktail
Hangry District Cocktail

Tart, Sweet & Boozy

My most recent YouTube episode, Cocktails, debuts right in time for my birthday week!  Watch me craft my favorite cocktail with local spirits and tons of flavor.  If you're in the District, make sure to pick up some Green Hat Gin for this springtime libation and tag me during cocktail hour using #hangrydistrict! Cheers!

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RecipesMichelle Strobelcocktail, cocktails, gin, green hat gin, saint germaine, elderflower, lime, happy hour, cocktail hour, youtube, champagne, sparkling wine, dc distillersComment
Citrus Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
Citrus Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Lettuce Love Salads

If you're following along on my YouTube channel, you'll see that today's episode is all about salad!  This citrus salad is inexpensive but packed with flavor.  Use any greens you like to accompany the bright citrus that is mellowed out with a sweet and tangy honey vinaigrette.  It's a perfect side dish to bring to a party, make for simple lunches or to impress your guests. Recipe below....

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RecipesMichelle Strobelsalad, salads, lunch, citrus, citrus salad, winter citrus, vinaigrette, honey, honey vinaigrette, knife skills, hangry district, local honey, save the bees, dc, washington dc, food blog, food blogger, entertaining, girls lunch, luncheon, springComment
Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
Prosciutto Wrapped Melon

The Girls Luncheon series continues on my YouTube channel with Prosciutto Wrapped Melon!  This seriously easy appetizer keeps the hanger at bay, while your guests catch up before the main eating event. My best friend Kari is in the kitchen with me to lend a helping hand.  If any of your friends offer to help you before a party, always say yes!  Those extra sets of hands always come in HAND-y....(sigh). Dummy-proof recipe below.

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RecipesMichelle Strobelappetizer, prosciutto wrapped melon, melon, prosciutto, hangry district, youtube, hangry, quick, simple, spring, summer, meat, fruitComment
Seared Scallops with Pea Puree
Seared Scallops with Pea Puree

Don't be Shellfish...

Here's a fun fact: I auditioned for the NBC show Food Fighters in 2013 and made it through five rounds of interviews and challenges.  During one of the rounds I had to make a signature dish and describe it.  I made this. It was the first time I had made it, soooo I guess it wasn't really a signature? Maybe that's why I didn't get cast on the show?  Shit.  Anyway - it BECAME a signature dish of mine and now I make it all the time. It's simple, fresh and perfect for Spring.  I challenge you to make it this season and tag me along the process using #hangrydistrict!  Check out how you can make it below.

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RecipesMichelle Strobelscallops, seafood, appetizer, seared scallops, pea, pea puree, mint, spring, seasonal, pea pureee, peas, scallop, hangry districtComment