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The outside of Matchbox restaurant on 14th Street NW. (Photo: M.V. Jantzen/Flickr)

Bankrupt

Matchbox Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy D.C.-based Matchbox Food Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Monday, citing the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the need to “rationalize its store footprint,” the company said.   Founded in 2003, Matchbox
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The classic pepperoni Detroit-style pizza at Red Light. (Photo: Mark Heckathorn/DC on Heels)

Face Off

Red Light Wins D.C.’s Detroit Pizza Battle Detroit-style pizza is becoming a trend in the DMV food scene. Unlike the pizzas from the flimsy, mass-produced chain pizza companies founded in Motor City – Domino’s and Little Caesar’s – the city boasts a hearty pizza known as
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Paella de la duquessa de Denía with lobster, red prawn, cuttlefish and sénia rice. (Photo: Mark Heckathorn/DC on Heels)

First Look

Xiquet Opens Tuesday in Glover Park After seven months, chef Danny Lledó is ready to open his fine dining concept, Xiquet (pronounced “chee-KETT”), 2404 Wisconsin Ave. NW, for dinner tonight showcasing recipes and products from Spain.   Located in Glover Park, the
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