
What people are saying about RIS.
June 6, 2011
Playing Gin
Refreshing and sometimes floral, the evocative flavors of gin account for some of the most versatile cocktails, many of which are particularly suitable for summer sipping.... Read Full Article
May 31, 2011
Across the Cutting Board with Ris: Pickling
“This is an article about looking back and thinking ahead,” says Ris Lacoste, owner and executive chef of RIS in Foggy Bottom. “Pickling is such a great year-round practice, and now is the perfect time to start thinking about it. Think about everything that’s going to be coming your way—cucumbers, beans, okra, tomatoes, peppers, squash. You need to prep for it.” Read Full Article
May 3, 2011
Across the Cutting Board with Ris: Asparagus is Now!
“Other than shad roe,” said Ris, as we walked around the farmers market on a windy Saturday afternoon, “asparagus is just the harbinger of spring.” Read Full Article
April 29, 2011
Thinking of Drinking: Ritas
With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, here's two margarita ideas for your party.... Read Full Article
April 8, 2011
RIS is Part of Pollywood!
Actress Mira Sorvino was at RIS speaking out about child trafficking. Read Full Article
March 2, 2011
DC’s Female Chefs
The kitchens of some of D.C's best eateries are helmed by women. Check out our list to find out more. Read Full Article
March 1, 2011
RIS Has ARRIVED in RSVP
The Phillips Collection celebrated their 90th Anniversary with a full weekend of events, including a display of cakes from some of the area's top pastry chefs. Our Chris Kujala's cake won the voter's choice, and was featured in the RSVP section of Arrive Magazine, which is seat pocket magazine in all Amtrak trains on the East Coast. Read Full Article
March 1, 2011
OpenTable Diners Vote Us “Fit for Foodies”!
We are in the Top 10 Diners' Choice Winners! Read Full Article
February 25, 2011
5 Bites: Bryan Walton
"I was once a picky eater but now with the different cultures in the DC area, I have learned to appreciate food from all over!"
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February 25, 2011
Washington Flyer - Food We Love
Here's a list.... of what's got us Washingtonians all a-Twitter. Read Full Article








