Tastes of China
Oct.-Dec.
Chinese-inspired menu
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC Lobby Bar
The Lobby Bar honors the Terra Cotta Warriors’ arrival by serving up Chinese rolls with prawns, ginger, mint and sweet soy; glazed duck satay skewers with hot chili sauce and the “Ancient Warrior” cocktail, a refreshing blend of Domain Canton ginger liquor, firefly raspberry tea vodka, Chambord and sprite. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. Available Oct.-Dec., Tues.-Fri. 5-10 PM, Sat. 11 AM-11 PM, Sun. 11AM-5 PM.
Nov. 4-Mar. 7
Terra Cotta Tasting Menu
Mie N Yu Restaurant
www.mienyu.com
Mie N Yu will be offering a four-course tasting menu featuring regional Chinese flavors. Guests who purchase the menu will receive a gift certificate that can be redeemed for a ticket to the National Geographic Museum’s Terra Cotta Warriors exhibition. 3125 M St. NW. (202) 333-6122. $49.
Nov. 14-Dec. 3 & Jan. 2-Feb. 14
Tea Chinois
Willard InterContinental Washington
The Willard InterContinental’s famous Peacock Alley undergoes a Chinese transformation this fall with Tea Chinois, a dramatic afternoon tea experience. Tea-goers are treated to a multi-sensual experience inspired by Chinoserie, the 17th- and 18th- century Western esthetic representing fanciful European interpretations of Chinese styles. Guests can sample European and Chinese flavors, incorporated into items such as ginger, Mandarin mousse and green tea meringues, along with traditional tea offerings like Lapsang Souchong, organic Dragonwell and Thousand Days Red Jasmine. Tea service will be accompanied by music from Guzheng master Alice Kan. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. (202) 942-7000. $39, $49 with glass of champagne. Nov. 14-Dec. 3: service daily at 1 PM; Jan. 2-Feb. 14: Fri.-Sun. at 2:30 PM.
Nov. 19-Mar. 31
Terra Cotta Warriors menus
TenPenh
www.tenpenh.com
To welcome the Terra Cotta Warriors, TenPenh will offer a special Terra Cotta Pot lunch special and Emperor’s Choice three-course prix fixe dinner special, focusing on a different spice prominent in Chinese cooking each week. Dishes including Sichuanese Braised Fish in Spicy Sauce feature spices such as chives, Chinese pepper, cinnamon and coriander that date back to the era of the Warriors’ creation. TenPenh will also offer The Immortal, a cocktail blending ginger, green tea and a mystery liquer. 10th St. & Pennsylvania Ave. NW. (202) 393-4500.
Nov. 21
Chinese Cooking Class with Susanna Foo
Ten Penh
www.tenpenh.com
To teach diners and foodies about Chinese cooking techniques and ingredients, TenPenh will welcome noted Chinese chef and cookbook author Susanna Foo for a cooking class, featuring a cameo appearance by Chi Chang, National Geographic’s terra cotta warrior performance artist. Chi Chang will also be performing at other locations around the city in November in December. 10th St. & Pennsylvania Ave. NW. (202) 393-4500.
Nov. 26
Thanksgiving Dinner
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving three-course prix fixe menu in The Lobby Café & Bar. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. $70 adults, $35 children 12 & under. 11 AM- 9 PM.
Nov. 26
Thanksgiving Dinner
Fahrenheit Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving four-course prix fixe menu in Fahrenheit Restaurant including a holiday dessert buffet. 3100 South St. NW. (202) 912-4100. $85 adults, $40 children 12 & under. Noon-8 PM.
Dec. 1-30
Signature Holiday Dessert: Warm Gingerbread Pudding with White Chocolate Anglaise
Morrison Clark Restaurant
www.morrisonclark.com
Served in honor of the holiday season. 1015 L St. NW. (202) 898-1200. $6.
Dec. 12, 19
Chocolate Decadence
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC
Delight in a buffet of sumptuous chocolate desserts and Champagne cocktails from the Champagne Sommelier in The Lobby Café & Bar. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. $35. Seatings at 6, 8 & 10 PM.
Dec. 24
Christmas Eve in Westend Bistro
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC
Celebrate the night before Christmas with a special holiday menu in Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. $75 per person. 5:30 PM-11 PM.
Dec.24
Christmas Eve
Fahrenheit Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown
Celebrate the night before Christmas with a special four-course holiday menu in Fahrenheit restaurant. 3100 South St. NW. (202) 912-4100.
Noon-8 PM.
Dec. 25
Christmas Day in The Lobby Café & Bar
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC
Enjoy a festive three-course prix fixe menu in The Lobby Café & Bar. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. $70 adults, $35 children 12 & under. 11 AM-9 PM.
Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve in The Lobby Café & Bar & Westend Bistro
The Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC
Count down to 2010 with celebratory cocktails, champagne flights and a Hot Toddy Bar in The Lobby Café & Bar, or enjoy a memorable meal from Westend’s award-winning menu. 1150 22nd St. NW. (202) 835-0500. 5 PM-midnight.
Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve
Fahrenheit Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown
Count down to the New Year with a memorable meal in Fahrenheit. 3100 South St. NW. (202) 912-4100. Seatings at 5:30, 6 & 6:30 PM: $75 adults, $40 children 12 & under; seatings at 8PM-midnight: $145 adults, $40 children 12 & under.
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