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Mr. Yogato, one of several tart yogurt chains, takes a unique approach to swirling the dessert.

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Familiar Appeal

Chef Orlando Hitzig presides over Columbia Firehouse, a straightforward, Southern restaurant in Old Town.

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It's Downhill

Blue Ridge will disappoint chef Barton Seaver's fans.

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The Table Is Set

The Restaurant Week participants have been announced. Where are you making reservations?

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2008 Fall Dining Guide

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BlackSalt Is Losing A Great Catch

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Attention, shoppers: The city's top fishmonger is leaving his iced display case in the Palisades. BlackSalt's Scott Weinstein -- the gangly dude behind the retail counter in the front of the seafood restaurant -- says he'll be leaving the job at the end of October.

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Nicaro Reopens: Same Name, Very Different Place

Silver Spring's Nicaro restaurant reopened today, under new management and with a new executive chef at the helm. Luis E. Martinez, a veteran of restaurants like Potomac Grill, Red Rock Canyon, the Cheesecake Factory and McCormick & Schmick's, and his team have taken the reins of the restaurant, which was previously run by chef Pedro Matamoros ...

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