Lanna Nguyen

Eat SHŌTŌ. Photo by Rey Lopez. Courtesy of SHŌTŌ. April 21, 2022 @ 2:00pm | Lanna Nguyen A multi-sensory experience awaits guests at SHŌTŌ, the contemporary izakaya that opened in Midtown Center in February. With equal weight given to design, architecture, and Japanese culinary arts, the restaurant hopes to provide a multi-dimensional dining journey that transcends all others. “There’s a story behind absolutely everything,” according to managing partner Arman Naqi.

Eat Steamy Bao Buns. Photo courtesy of Tiki TNT. November 2, 2021 @ 10:00am | Lanna Nguyen They’re known for boozy tropical cocktails and island-inspired bar bites, but with new Executive Chef Steve Kim at the helm, Tiki TNT’s food menu will be getting a boost as he brings his brand of coastal cuisine to the three-story bar on The Wharf.

Eat Potato Crusted Halibut. Photo courtesy of Bourbon Steak. August 19, 2021 @ 12:00pm | Lanna Nguyen Award-winning chef Michael Mina recently visited the D.C. location of his renowned steakhouse, Bourbon Steak, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Georgetown. To mark the occasion, the celebrated chef, along with Bourbon Steak’s Executive Chef Robert Curtis, presented a six course tasting menu at a special media dinner.