City Cast DC with Michael Schaffer
DC’s new Michelin stars are here!
November 8, 2023
Good morning neighbor! These AI-generated D.C. guidebooks have me cackling. They are "written" by authors that don't seem to exist and offer comically bad advice for exploring the District like; "Boating on Rock Creek Lake" or enjoying our "world-famous Walla Walla Sweet Onion celebration." 🤦♀️
What's CITY Talking About?
Two New Michelin Stars
Michelin awarded two new stars to D.C. restaurants last night. One to Rania, an upscale Indian spot downtown, and another to Causa, a Peruvian tasting counter in Blagden Alley. Meanwhile, Cranes lost its star. Michelin also surprise-awarded two new Bib Gourmands to taquería La Tejana and café Yellow Georgetown. May the reservation races commence! [Michelin Guide]
Wildfires in Shenandoah
Virginia has declared a state of emergency as wildfires burn in Patrick County and Madison County. As of Tuesday afternoon, the fires had burned 670 acres within Shenandoah National Park. The emergency declaration will allow additional resources, equipment, and staff to be deployed. [NBC4]
New DC Police Chief Confirmed
Pamela A. Smith has been serving as acting chief since July but was just confirmed as D.C.’s new permanent police chief. Smith is the second woman and the first Black woman to run the agency. She has monumental tasks ahead of her as D.C. faces record-high levels of homicides, increased car-jackings, and a spike in violent crime – particularly among kids. [Washington Post 🔒/City Cast DC 🎧]
MoCo Wants to Revamp Buses
Montgomery County’s Ride On bus system is planning a reboot. The updates to the system would include cross-county routes and increased frequency and reliability. However, the plan needs funding. Even if the money comes through, don't hold your breath, the improvements won't be implemented for five to seven years. [Greater Greater Washington]
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What To Do
🚗 Grant Circle Traffic Meeting | Wednesday | 4:30 p.m.
DDOT is unveiling proposals to calm traffic at Grant Circle for public comment. If you can’t make it, fill out this quick survey regarding the potential improvements. [Free, Petworth]
🏅 Community Changemakers 2023 | Wednesday | 6 p.m.
Head to Hook Hall to meet and learn about over 70 local nonprofit organizations as part of Spur Local’s annual Changemakers of the Year awards. [$35+, Park View]
👩🏾🍳 Sohla El-Waylly Cooking Chat | Thursday | 7:30 p.m.
The popular chef and YouTuber is coming to The Lincoln Theater to chat about her new book “Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook.” [$30, U Street Corridor]
🌿 Black Women, Green Spaces | Thursday | 11 a.m.
Sip coffee at the Anacostia Community Museum and learn about how women of color have fought against environmental racism in the District. [Free, Anacostia]
Today on City Cast
Eastern Market Turns 150. Let’s Party!
It’s Eastern Market’s 150th anniversary this weekend. The City Cast team is here to talk history, favorites, and what’s on tap for the celebration.
That’s all folks, talk tomorrow ❣️
Kaela
Today’s newsletter was edited by Adrian González. News was written by Susannah Broun.
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