D.C. Pride For Every Type of Washingtonian
Washington D.C.’s best 2026 Pride events, from fashion shows and film fests to block parties and raves.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 18, 2026
Kaela Cote-Stemmermann
Food & Culture Reporter
Kaela Cote Stemmermann covers food and culture for City Cast DC, and writes the weekly “Obsessed” newsletter. She has been to 600 restaurants in D.C. Kaela lives in Adams Morgan with a cranky cat.
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Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 18, 2026
Moon Rabbit’s Susan Bae Wins DC’s Only 2026 James Beard Award
Susan Bae wins the Outstanding Pastry Chef category at the 2026 James Beard Awards, D.C.’s only win.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 15, 2026
Adams Morgan’s Favorite Wine Bar Has a Shot at a James Beard Award
James Beard nominee Maison Bar à Vins is an “Adams Morgan bar for grown-ups”
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 11, 2026
The Best World Cup Parties and Deals in DC
An ultimate guide to World Cup viewing and partying in D.C., including the best bars by country.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 9, 2026
'The Custodian' Explores the Life of Washington Football's Biggest Superfan
This documentary short premiering at DC/DOX Festival explores a Washington Football fan's 57-year quest to preserve the team's history while reckoning with its racist legacy.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 4, 2026
A Local’s Guide To America 250 in Washington D.C.
From exploring historic ships to dancing to local tunes, celebrate America’s birthday like a real Washingtonian.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 3, 2026
Your Guide to D.C. in June 2026
June is slam-packed with activities (not to mention an election!). Here’s the best things to do in D.C. this month.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannJun 2, 2026
The Best Beaches Within 3 Hours of D.C.
From family-friendly boardwalks to beachside party towns, here are the best beach getaways from D.C.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannMay 28, 2026
The Summer of EDM is About To Hit D.C.
Fueled by new venues and social media, EDM is having a resurgence in D.C.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannMay 21, 2026
Eating Facebook Marketplace Food for An Entire Weekend in DC
From tamales to seafood boils, the viral Facebook Marketplace food trend is hitting the DMV.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannMay 14, 2026
The Obama musical returns Washingtonians to an old, hopeful DC
This raunchy love letter to 2008 D.C. by a former Obama campaign staffer left us weeping with laughter and nostalgia.
Kaela Cote-StemmermannMay 4, 2026