Spring has sprung in DC, and what better way to celebrate than with delicious cherry blossom-inspired food and drinks? Restaurants around the city are getting creative with their menus, offering a variety of options to tantalize your taste buds and capture the essence of the season.
Indulge in Afternoon Tea & Sweet Treats
- Art and Soul is hosting a special cherry blossom tea time from March 20th through April 14th. Enjoy an afternoon of savory sandwiches, sweet treats, and bubbly drinks in a delightful setting.
- Olivia Macaron is offering a tempting selection of cherry blossom-flavored macarons, perfect for a sweet treat on the go. Their Morello cherry recipe features jam, fruit-flavored ganache, and white chocolate, all encased in a delicate shell.
Savor Savory Dishes with a Cherry Blossom Twist
- Nama Ko is showcasing a unique Sakura Smoked Katsuo Bonito Sashimi dish created by Chef Derek Watson. This dish features black garlic shio koji, kumquat kosho, and house-aged ponzu with cara cara oranges and sakura blossoms.
- Immigrant Food by Chef Ben Murray is offering a taste of Japan with their new menu featuring Strawberry Ponzu Poke and a "Coco Blossom Mocktail" - a refreshing drink perfect for a warm spring day.
Sip on Cherry Blossom-Inspired Cocktails
- Resident's Cafe and Bar is bringing back their popular "Sakura Spritz Cocktail" made with lime, morello cherry, whey, sakura sochu, maurin quina, Japanese bermutto, sparkling sake, and topped with beautiful cherry blossom petals.
- Dirty Habit has crafted a special "Sakura Whisper" cocktail featuring Roku gin, lime boshi, shiso shrub, and lillet blanc. They also offer a "Nocturnal Blossom" cocktail for those who prefer a sweeter drink.
Support a Cause While You Dine
- Estuary is donating a portion of the proceeds from their Cherry Bombe Community Table to DASH (Domestic Alliance for Safe Housing). Enjoy a delicious meal and support a worthy cause.
This is just a taste of the many cherry blossom-inspired delights offered by DC restaurants. So grab your friends and family, and embark on a culinary adventure to celebrate the beauty of spring!