New Kitchens on The Block 8 - NKOTB 8

703 Edgewood Street Northeast,Washington DC 20017

30 April, 2022

Description

New Kitchens On The Block returns to Mess Hall on Saturday, April 30th! NKOTB IS BACK! The eighth edition of our signature food festival offers a onetime-only opportunity to savor signature dishes and drinks from 7 of DC’s most hyped new restaurants by the city’s buzziest, award-winningest chefs – before they open. NKOTB 8’s participants are: Shababi by chef Marcelle Afram (Maydan) Your Only Friend by mixologist Sherra Kurtz (Columbia Room) and chef Paul Taylor (Southern Efficiency) Tawle by restaurateur Rose Previte (Maydan, Compass Rose) and chef Omar Hegazi Cenzo's Upper Eastside by restaurateur Shaun Sharkey and chef Margaux Riccio (Bubbie’s) Hill East Burger by pitmaster Joe Neuman (Sloppy Mama’s) and Chris Svetlik (Republic Cantina) ToriSumi by chef Blake King (Rose’s At Home) DC Vegan – the city’s first vegan bar – by restaurateurs Leah Curren Moon and Michael Jantz Moon Guests will enjoy local beers from 3 Stars Brewing Company, as well as cocktails galore powered by spirits provided by our generous sponsors – One Eight Distilling, El Silencio Mezcal, and Dahlia Tequila. ***IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT NEW KITCHENS ON THE BLOCK (PART 8) PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING***About our COVID-19 Protocols - This is a Vaccinated-only event!! We will require a vaccination card (or clear photo of your vaccination card) to gain entry. For our safety and yours, no exceptions will be made, and no refunds will be issued, if proof of vaccination is forgotten. Masks are optional. Please pay close attention to the Round you are purchasing! Before making your purchase, you must choose: Round One: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM OR Round Two: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.  Your participation WILL be limited to the start and end times of your chosen round. All purchasers of VIP tickets will receive a MEGA SWAG BAG WORTH MORE THAN $150, featuring coupons, gift cards, and treats from local restaurants. If you're an NKOTB regular, you were one of the first to try Maydan, Call Your Mother, Jônt, the Salt Line, Unconventional Diner, Lucky Buns, Chloe, Reverie, Coconut Club, Colada Shop, Gravitas, Daru, Three Blacksmiths, and Rasa... all before they became the toughest reservations on the planet.  If you're new to this event... NKOTB is an epic crusade. Eat, drink and hang out with D.C.'s hottest chefs, mixologists and restaurateurs. Take pics so you never forget it (and you can make your friends jealous). Post on the socials using #NKOTB_DC. ****Disclaimers: Ages 21 and over ONLY. IDs and Proof of Vaccination will be checked at the door.****** *Please enjoy alcohol responsibly.