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RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Wine Program of the Year Finalists

July 3, 2024
RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Wine Program of the Year Finalists Specials announced at the DMV’s top wine programs the week of July 8 Washington, DC (Jun e 24 , 2024 )— Finalists for Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington ’s 2024 RAMMY Awards Wine Program of the Year have exciting events and promotions planned for the second week of July. From Monday, July 8, through Sunday, July 14, the region’s top wine programs will showcase their outstanding in-house offerings. Guests are encouraged to come out and celebrate their favorite watering holes. Apéro -...

The $100,000 Pork Chop Challenge Winner To Be Announced At The RAMMYS

July 2, 2024
Washington, D.C. – The winner of the $100,000 Pork Chop Challenge will be announced at t he 42nd RAMMYS Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on July 21, 2024. Hosted by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), The RAMMYS honors the exceptional ability and accomplishments of the hard-working individuals and organizations of the region’s restaurants and foodservice community. The purpose of the challenge is to identify the area’s best pork chop and award the winner with a $100,000 cash prize. Additionally, as part of the competition,...

Voting Begins in the Capital Beltway for the People’s Pork Chop Awards in the #100kPorkChopChallenge

June 24, 2024
By $100k Pork Chop Challenge June 19, 2024 Washington, D.C. – The #100kPorkChopChallenge has moved into the voting phase. The public can now vote for their favorite pork chop dishes from participating restaurants in the Capital Beltway. The winner will receive a $100,000 cash prize, and an additional $100,000 worth of pork products will be donated to the Capital Area Food Bank. “Thanks to the generous support from pork producers nationwide, we are thrilled to host this competition. It not only promotes culinary excellence but also brings communities together to support local...

Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School Named The 2024 RAMMYS Joan Hisaoka Allied Member of the Year

June 18, 2024
Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School Named The 2024 RAMMYS Joan Hisaoka Allied Member of the Year Inaugural RAMMYS Honors Event also recognized Kathy E. Hollinger with the 2024 Duke Zeibert Capital Achievement Award and six DMV dining destinations with Honorary Milestone Awards Washington, DC (June 18 , 2024)— Restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered tonight at the historic Watergate Hotel for the first-ever RAMMYS Honors event as Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced a range of special distinctions determined by the...Read more

RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Beer Program of the Year Finalists

June 10, 2024
RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Beer Program of the Year Finalists Specials announced at the DMV’s top beer programs the week of June 24 Washington, DC (June 10, 2024 )— The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington ’s 2024 RAMMY Awards Beer Program of the Year Finalists have exciting events and promotions planned for the last week of June. From Monday, June 24, through Sunday, June 30, the region’s top beer programs will showcase their outstanding in-house offerings. Guests are encouraged to go out and celebrate their favorite watering holes. Atlas Brew Works...

RIS BY RIS LACOSTE TO OFFER $20.09 ANNIVERSARY LUNCH MENU HONORING ORIGINAL 2009 OPENING AND UPCOMING RIS LACOSTE DAY.

June 3, 2024
RAMMY-winning chef and James Beard-nominee to introduce curated menu featuring house traditions and guest favorites to continue 15-year anniversary celebration and June 5 proclamation. WASHINGTON, D.C., MAY 28, 2024 - Starting June 1, in conjunction with RIS by Ris Lacoste’s ongoing 15-year anniversary, RIS LACOSTE DAY on June 5th, and the upcoming RAMMY Awards season, the celebrated chef and restaurant will introduce a $20.09 RIS Bar Lunch honoring the property’s original 2009 opening. Nostalgic pricing on selected entrees will showcase the American traditions that have become...

8/12 - 8/18: Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week

May 29, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Avery Meetre, LRA PR avery@lindarothpr.com 202-369-4954 8/12 - 8/18: Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week WHAT: Summer Restaurant Week , presented by Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), returns as the biannual celebration of the region’s spirited restaurant industry. Restaurant Week invites everyone to close out summer with the return of one of the area’s most anticipated food-related celebrations. Participating restaurants will again offer multi-course brunch and lunch menus with updated tiered pricing for $25 or $35 per...Read more

RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Cocktail Program of the Year Finalists

May 20, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Adelene Ung, LRA PR addie@lindarothpr.com 443-900-5033 RAMMYS Highlight Week for 2024 Cocktail Program of the Year Finalists Specials announced at the DMV’s top cocktail programs the week of June 3 Washington, DC (May 20 , 2024 )— Cocktail Program of the Year Finalists for Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) 2024 RAMMY Awards have exciting events and promotions planned for the first week of June. From Monday, June 3rd, through Sunday, June 9th, the region’s top cocktail programs will showcase their outstanding in-house...Read more

Congressman James E. Clyburn To Be Honored Guest at RAMW Foodservice PAC Beefsteak Fundraising Dinner

April 11, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Keiristin Wilbert Keiristin@ramw.org 202-331-5990 Congressman James E. Clyburn To Be Honored Guest at RAMW Foodservice PAC Beefsteak Fundraising Dinner Washington, DC (April 3, 2024) — Rep. James E. Clyburn (D-SC), will be the honored guest at the RAMW Foodservice PAC Beefsteak Fundraising Dinner on April 16, 2024 in Washington, D.C. There will be a fireside chat between Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) President and CEO, Shawn Townsend and Congressman Clyburn. Tickets are $275 and are on sale now. Purchase tickets here . About...Read more

Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Announces 2024 RAMMY Awards Finalists

April 8, 2024
Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Announces 2024 RAMMY Awards Finalists The capital region’s foodservice industry recognizes innovative individuals and concepts and companies as category finalists Washington, DC (April 8, 2024)— Restaurant industry professionals and allies gathered this evening as the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced Finalists for the 2024 RAMMY Awards . Finalists will be recognized again and winners announced Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center at the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards Gala, which...Read more

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