The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) celebrated local restaurant industry professionals Sunday, July 24 with the RAMMY Awards. The DMV food scene’s brightest were honored on stage, receiving their awards. It was the first time they were able to gather in regular fashion after a modified event in 2021 and virtual-only events in 2020.
“Chef-inspired concept” is a phrase that many inside the restaurant industry may want to vanquish in 2019. How about chef-driven or chef-managed? This appears to have more purpose and significance. On that point, enter Chiko (Chai-Koh), a three-unit chain, born and bred in Washington, D.C, and expanding nationally (but quietly). Chiko is not just a restaurant, it’s also is a trend at the same time. And it’s growing into a chain, with three locations now open (two in DC and another in Encinitas, Calif.), but doesn’t feel like a chain.
Swizzle Chill TV is honored to be part of the RAMMYS coverage this year thanks to the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) and Events DC. Swizzle Chill TV Anchor Bryce Shemer is at the RAMMYS, interviewing top, local restaurateurs with RAMMY Awards still in hand. The Washington, D.C. area is producing culinary stars, and acclaimed restaurants and restaurateurs, nearly by the week. Our team was there to capture the excitement.