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A Healthier Option: Foggy Bottom Farmer’s Market

Looking to be a healthier eater in Washington, DC?

The Foggy Bottom Market is conveniently located by the Foggy Bottom Metro Station. Open from 2 – 7 pm, don’t forget to visit the market on your way home from work or from class.

Foggy Bottom farmers bring their prized premium pickings of field fruits, fresh vegetables, organic and grass-fed meat, gourmet bread and handmade cheeses, flowers, dips, organic apple cider, and even freshly made Taiwanese pulled-pork buns to tickle your taste buds.

Shh… The market is seasonal and only opens on Wednesdays, April to November! Click here for more information.

Prix Fixe Perfection at Marcel’s

When it comes to elegant dining, look no further than well-known chef/owner Robert Wiedmaier’s Marcel’s in popular Foggy Bottom.  With classic French training and a Belgian heritage, Wiedmaier serves decadent dishes with an authentically European flair – a refreshing nod to traditional cuisine that is hard to come by in a sea of contemporary dining establishments.

Although Chef Wiedmaier’s return to traditional French Picture 23favorites is perfect for those looking for a rich sauce to accompany a decadent cut of meat, Marcel’s does keep it fresh with modern dishes for those looking for a lighter take on the evening.  From juicy lamb medallions wrapped in phyllo with spinach and duxelles, to Hamachi crudo with pink grapefruit and cilantro puree, Marcel’s is sure to please even the most discerning palate.  The tempting prix fixe dinner menu is organized in a choice of three, four, five or seven courses (one look at the menu and you will most likely opt for seven!).  Whichever you choose, with just one bite, you’ll understand why this award-winning French gem earned The Washingtonian’s “100 Best Restaurant’s of 2010” honor.

Insider Tip: Along with its several prix fixe course selections, Marcel’s also offers a Pre-Theatre three course selection before 7 PM for just over $50.  Valet park your car at the restaurant and a sharp Mercedes will chauffeur you to the Kennedy Center for an elegant evening out.