By Southwester Staff Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, and the new normal of social distancing, much of our daily lives have been altered. There are people about, and the community is abuzz, but we are all politely keeping our distance. This is a difficult time for everyone in the community […]
Local Businesses Still Serving the Waterfront Community
By Southwester Staff With nationwide shutdowns and social distancing being implemented to slow the spread of Coronavirus, many local businesses and their employees are feeling the economic strain. During this unprecedented time, many businesses and restaurants are struggling to stay open in some capacity. Some storefronts have shortened their hours […]
Bread for Life Program at Pancake Church Keeps Serving
By Louise Chase Dettman “Whether you are called to serve or have a need to be served, all are welcome at St. Augustine’s every Sunday morning at 8 a.m. for one of the best breakfasts in town and the most welcoming volunteers around!” That’s what St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church says […]
Cordial Keeps it Local
By Mike Goodman Cordial Craft Wine, Beer and Spirits, located at 35 Sutton Square, SW, has been at the Wharf since 2017, and remains focused on making local, artisanal libations available to all. This is not your typical liquor store, as it emphasizes products from family vineyards, D.C.-area distilleries, and […]
Grand Opening for Sacred Grounds Cafe
Sacred Grounds Café, the newest coffee shop in Southwest DC, opened its doors last December for a soft opening. Since then, the café has enjoyed welcoming the community to sip on smooth coffee by Rise Up Coffee Roasters and enjoy freshly baked goods by Honey’s Desserts. This month Sacred Grounds […]
The Southwest Spoon: Amity & Commerce is Enjoyable and Approachable
By Mike Goodman What comes to mind when we think of the Mandarin Oriental? Luxury, extravagant, pricey? While all of that might be true, the Mandarin at 1330 Maryland Ave., SW has embraced a modified brand with their new restaurant concept, Amity & Commerce. With the recent explosion of luxury […]
Coffee with a Purpose at Sacred Grounds Café
By Rev. Phillip C. Huber If you have walked near the corner of M Street and Delaware Avenue lately, you may have noticed some heavenly scents in the air. The long awaited Sacred Grounds Café: Coffee with a Purpose, at 222 M St. SW, is now open and offers the […]