first taste

Ottoman Taverna Serves Turkish Cuisine Turkish-born Hakan Ilhan’s Ottoman Taverna, 425 I St. NW, Suite #107 in Mount Vernon Triangle, opened at the beginning of May, serving classic dishes that incorporate traditional cooking techniques to pay tribute to the flavors of Ottoman Read More

L’Hommage Serves Classic French Dishes Restaurateur Hakan Ilhan opened L’Hommage Bistro Francais, 450 K St. NW, on Sept. 11, although the separate bakery opened Sept. 4. This is his second restaurant in the Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood, joining Alba Osteria, 425 I St. NW. Read More

Magnolia’s on King Should Stick to Basics The new Magnolia’s on King, 703 King St, Alexandria, is an inviting, warm restaurant great for an intimate night out. The 60-seat restaurant from first-time restauranteurs Steve Fogleman and Mehrnoosh Rajabi serves “Southern Immersion” Read More