{"id":3139,"date":"2016-03-23T02:45:55","date_gmt":"2016-03-23T02:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.diningtraveler.com\/?p=3139"},"modified":"2016-03-23T02:45:55","modified_gmt":"2016-03-23T02:45:55","slug":"cherry-blossom-menu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diningtraveler.com\/2016\/03\/cherry-blossom-menu.html","title":{"rendered":"Washington, DC: On The Cherry Blossom Menu"},"content":{"rendered":"
One of my favorite times of the year in Washington, DC is cherry blossom season. The Cherry Blossom Festival takes place\u00a0from March 20th to April 17th. The city truly comes to life as the tidal basin and its surroundings turn pink as the trees bloom. \u00a0Many restaurants and bars have added a cherry blossom menu during this special season. From decadent desserts to elegantly crafted cocktails,\u00a0 here are my picks of some of my favorite places in Washington, DC:<\/p>\n The Jefferson Hotel:<\/em><\/strong> \u00a0In my opinion, The Quill <\/a>is one of the most beautiful hotel bars in the city with its classic decor and inconspicuous patio which faces 16th Street. There, the Sakura cocktail comes to life as part of their cherry blossom menu. \u00a0The cocktail\u00a0includes Bluecoat Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, grapefruit juice, honey syrup, dashes of rhubarb bitters, and dashes of peychauds.<\/p>\n Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken<\/strong><\/em>: \u00a0Want to score points at the office? \u00a0Show up with a box of the cherry blossom doughnuts from Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken<\/a>. \u00a0The vanilla doughnut has a sweet cherry filling with a beautiful cherry blossom design. \u00a0My favorite part was the cream cheese glaze. They are quite rich, so you can even share one!<\/p>\n Fyve at Ritz Carlton Pentagon City:<\/strong><\/em> \u00a0A favorite lunch escape during my Pentagon days, Fyve Restaurant <\/a>at The Ritz Carlton Pentagon City is a hidden gem. \u00a0Their cherry blossom menu includes a beautiful Japanese inspired bento box with sashimi, sushi, tempura, and miso soup for $25\u00a0during lunch service.\u00a0 Not only was it beautifully prepared but also delicious.<\/p>\n Olivia Macaron:<\/strong> <\/em>\u00a0When in Georgetown, you must treat yourself to an Olivia Macaron<\/a>. \u00a0Perfectly crunchy on the outside and creamy inside, these sweet treats are a favorite among DC locals. \u00a0Their seasonal menu includes a sakura macaron: with pale pink shells, filled\u00a0with a white chocolate ganache and infused with cherries.<\/p>\n The Melrose\u00a0Georgetown:<\/em><\/strong> The Blossomtini at The Melrose Georgetown Hotel <\/a>has to be one of the prettiest cocktails I’ve ever had. \u00a0Although I shared the recipe recently on the blog, I think I will return for the real deal at their chic bar and intimate patio space. \u00a0I also love the fact their recipe has Kriek, one of my favorite Belgian beers. Very inventive!<\/p>\n Sushiko Chevy Chase:<\/strong> <\/em>\u00a0It is only fitting that\u00a0of my favorite Japanese\u00a0restaurants, Sushiko Chevy Chase<\/a> added a special cocktail to their menu:\u00a0The\u00a0Sakura Bitsu. The cocktail combines whiskey, beet and clove pur\u00e9e, orange juice, yuzu and blossom\u00a0water, garnished with a cherry and and orange. While there for a cocktail, make sure to follow with their omakase menu. \u00a0It’s been one of our dining highlights in Washington, DC.<\/p>\n The Lafayette at Hay Adams:<\/strong><\/em> \u00a0If you’re looking for a fine dining cherry blossom menu, The Lafayette at Hay Adams is one of my picks. \u00a0The restaurant is offering a Japanese-inspired three-course,\u00a0prix fixe dinner menu with\u00a0a sweet finish,\u00a0of caramelia chocolate panna cotta\u00a0with cherry marmalade and griottines.<\/p>\n Whether you are visiting Washington, DC or live in the area, take the time to take in the cherry blossom spirit! From doughnuts to cocktails, there are many edible homages to sakura in the city! \u00a0What’s your favorite DC cherry blossom menu offering?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" One of my favorite times of the year in Washington, DC is cherry blossom season. The Cherry Blossom Festival takes place\u00a0from March 20th to April 17th. The city truly comes to life as the tidal basin and its surroundings turn pink as the trees bloom. \u00a0Many restaurants and bars have added a cherry blossom menu […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":3153,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[37,39,7],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-3139","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-dc","8":"category-dc-life","9":"category-food"},"yoast_head":"\n<\/a>
The Jefferson Hotel,\u00a01200 16TH ST NW\u00a0Washington, DC\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n
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Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken, 1308 G St NW, Washington, DC<\/em><\/h4>\n
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Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, 1250 South Hayes Ave, Arlington, VA\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n
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Olivia Macaron, 3222 M St NW, Washington, DC\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n
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The Melrose Georgetown, \u00a02430 Pennsylvania Avenue NW<\/span>, Washington<\/span>, DC<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/h4>\n
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Sushiko,\u00a05455 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD<\/b><\/em><\/h4>\n
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The Hay Adams Hotel,\u00a0800 16th St NW, Washington, DC <\/em><\/h4>\n
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