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Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton, Mayor Muriel Bowser, Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6), Amer Hammour chairman of capital guidance company Madison Marquette and ANC D.C. Chairman Andy Litsky spoke at a celebration honoring the opening of Phase I of the Wharf neighborhood redevelopment.

The community that was at one point a military hub and later a fish market is now an ever-changing mile-long stretch along the Potomac River with restaurants and retail, residences and businesses and more.

D.C. Deputy Mayor Brian Kenner, who also spoke at the event, talked about what a milestone the day was. He himself lived in the neighborhood 20 years ago and mentioned how exciting it was that the redevelopment’s residences will contain 20 percent…

The vibrant Logan Circle neighborhood is thriving, and more restaurants, shops and real estate pop up every day in the exciting community. Logan Circle was originally named Iowa Circle, but was renamed after John A. Logan, a Union Civil War general who also served as a congressman and senator. There’s still a monument that is in the center of Logan Circle of Logan.

Some of the best restaurants in the neighborhood include Pearl Dive Oyster Palace, Birch and Barley and the famed Le Diplomate. Le Diplomate will instantly transport you to Paris. However, despite being a French restaurant, the Burger Americain is a must-try dish, made simply with mayo and served with pommes frites.

Residents get all their hardware needs at Logan Hardware. Newly…

News on restaurants, events, things to do and what’s coming to Cathedral Heights.

Cathedral Heights is a bustling neighborhood in D.C. with plenty of new retail and living spaces popping up every day. There’s the Cathedral Commons luxury apartments, which are anchored by a block of retail including a Giant, My Eye Dr., Kriser’s Natural Pet Store, CVS, Blue Mercury, CORE72 and more! Food choices in the area are popping up day today as well, with Barcelona Restaurant and Wine Bar, The Grilled Oyster Co. and Silver, just a few of the many restaurants in the Cathedral Commons neighborhood.

Cathedral Heights is the neighborhood to live in if you hail from an international crowd, as many who live there are diplomats or work for worldly organizations like…

U Street has plenty to do for all ages. The 9:30 Club offers great music acts and coming this fall are: The Church, Back to Back, Benjamin Booker + She Keeps Bees and more. If music is life, the U Street Music Hall, an underground music venue, is hosting multiple acts. There’s Hundred Waters, Sonny Fodera and more.

There’s also the 14th and U Farmer’s Market, an urban farmer’s market that transforms a sidewalk into a lovely market setting Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in front of the Reeves Center. Grab all your essentials like fruits, veggies, bread and more.

For those who love nature, you’ll want to visit Meridian Hill Park this fall. Take in the changing leaves and see the longest cascading fountain in North America. Meridian Hill Park…

The Foggy Bottom neighborhood is situated in downtown D.C. and its main identifying landmark is George Washington University and GW Hospital. In addition to the thriving university and hospital, Foggy Bottom is also home to multiple restaurants and things to do.

Founding Farmers is a popular restaurant serving American food. Must-try items include chicken and waffles, and a sky-high chocolate mousse cake. There’s also Kingbird, a French American restaurant in the new Watergate Hotel. Its sleek design serves up menu items like a savory summer squash risotto and tableside bouillabaisse for two with lobster, scallops, spicy sausages and saffron rouille. Tonic at Quigley’s Pharmacy is home to a delicious brunch. You must try their “cin”ful French toast…

Columbia Heights is full of things to do from restaurants, community events and more. Fans of soccer will enjoy the Airedale, which serves German favorites like schnitzel and pretzels with beer cheese. There’s also famed Bad Saint, a Filipino restaurant that accepts walk-ins only, is a must-try. Recommended dishes include the Ginisang ampalaya, or bitter melon, the adobong dilaw (cauliflower and squash stew) and arroz caldo (rice porridge with chicken).

For your sweet tooth, Le Caprice DC Café and Bakery serves up delicious pastries and croissants, as well as mouthwatering macarons. They also provide many delicious grab-and-go items like yogurt parfaits and crunchy granola.

The neighborhood is very active as a community. There are monthly park…

News on restaurants, events and things to do in Dupont Circle this fall.

DuPont Circle is a longstanding neighborhood in D.C. with plenty to do. This fall, consider taking the kids down to Embassy Row for trick-or-treating. Not only are the embassies absolutely beautiful to check out, but rumor has it the treats are king-sized.

DuPont Circle is also home to the Phillips Collection, which is the country’s first museum of modern art. From now through Dec. 31st, photographs, exhibition announcements, letters and more from the collection’s archives.

If you’re looking for a new book to read, Kramerbooks is always a great bet to grab a new book and of course enjoy their delicious brunch. Try their berry buttermilk pancakes with two scrambled eggs, a…

News on restaurants, events and things to do in Brookland for late summer and early fall.

Brookland is a vibrant neighborhood in Northeast DC with plenty of things happening over the next few weeks. For starters, fresh off their 60 Minutes interview, the Sistine Chapel choir will be stopping by the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The choir will be participating in their first U.S. tour in 30 years.

If you consider yourself a foodie, the Brookland neighborhood has a variety of delicious options! City Kabob and Curry House serves up delicious masala and kabob dishes and they deliver! There’s also a Busboys and Poets outpost in the city at 625 Monroe St. NE. The progressive café and hangout is the place to go to get active…

News on restaurants, events and things to do in H Street for late summer and early fall.

H Street is overflowing with news on new entertainment, restaurants, grocery stores and more. To start, the former Kramerbooks managers are set to open a new bookstore on H Street. Solid State Books will open this fall on H Street, in the new Apollo Building development, next to the Whole Foods.

There’s also the renovation of Boundary Road, which is set to reopen as a place called “Bar Elena,” which will include classic arcade games for all you nostalgia lovers out there.

If you’re longing for the days you spent studying abroad, check out the upcoming twin eateries Spile & Spigot Tap House and above the Blue Diner. First-time restaurateurs (and father-son…

THE APOLLO
Atlas District

Street View Gourmet kitchen Living Room Bedroom with hardwood floors throughout. One of the many lounges inside The Apollo.

Address: 600 H St NE

Type: Rental Apartments

No. of units: 431

Affordable Housing: N/A

Type of Unit: Studio, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom

Price: $2,000 - $6,000

Status: Now Leasing

First Move-in: Late 2016

Developer: Insight Property Group

Website: The Apollo DC

The Apollo is the brand-new development located in the center of H Street. It's actually built on the former site of the Apollo Theatre, the legendary entertainment venue that opened in 1913 and lasted until 1955.

The new Apollo is a LEED Gold…