District Night 2025

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Thank you for joining us for the seventh iteration of District Night!

Since our founding in 1938, WDG has been a District based business and tonight is about highlighting and supporting companies founded and grown in DC. We hope this evening gives you more insight into the ingenuity and innovation taking place in our city. We also want to thank you, our clients, and celebrate our long standing relationships.

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PASSPORT TRAVEL GUIDE

Upon Arrival Welcome to District Night 2025!

Please peruse your Passport and locate the night’s locally crafted special offers.

Proof of Travel Use the map and Passport to explore the vendors spread throughout our office. Each destination may be redeemed only tonight, but there is a lot to explore!

A True Explorer While you’re in the mood to try new things, we invite you to continue to explore our District vendors at their websites, social media, and locations for the full local experience!

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Weihe’s Dunkel Garten Zenit Journals Bee J’s Cookies Matet’s Kitchen Rejuvenation Republic Restoratives Bailiwick Clothing Company Pryncess Treats Kin Apparel Andy Factory Atlas Brew Works District Winery Deanna’s Delights BicycleTrash Ingrid’s Bakery Mulan Dumpling Donna Faye’s Bakery Lemon & Whim Arkibuna Coffee Peruvian Brothers Thrasher’s Rum Chef Mikko Catering

Weihe’s Dunkel Garten • • Golden Triangle • •

Beer Parti Animal A robust Irish Stout built for revelry.

Rich as well blended masonry, this stout boasts a creamy head reminiscent of freshly poured concrete.

Aromas of roasted barley and dark chocolate rise like the blueprints for a great night. Its smooth, velvety texture flows across the palate, a masterclass in sturdy engineering. Notes of coffee and a subtle sweetness create a balanced structure, capable of supporting even the most spirited celebrations. It’s the foundation for a good time, guaranteed to top out well.

Woofeweizen Refreshing Wheat Beer waiting for you at the door after a hard day at work.

This German-style weissbier boasts a hazy appearance and a light, fruity aroma with hints of banana and clove.

The taste is smooth and slightly sweet, balanced by a subtle tartness. Its light body and effervescence make it highly drinkable, perfect for any weather or pairing with lighter fare. Woofeweizen offers a unique and enjoyable twist on a classic style, sure to please both wheat beer aficionados and casual drinkers alike. Unleash your relaxation and smooth over any ruff day.

When Eddie Weihe founded the architecture firm that would become WDG in 1938, he committed himself to three principals: great design, client satisfaction, and high quality brewing. Whether relaxing at his drafting table or saluting the topping out of his latest project, Eddie lived by the idea that a hard day’s work should always end with a relaxing sip of his handcrafted beer.

Eighty-eight years later, Weihe’s Dunkel Garten follows in that tradition by blending WDG’s commitment to architectural excellence with craft beers that showcase the attention to detail on which our clients have come to rely. A variety of hops and robust fermentables infuse these brews with the same passion of our founder’s original vision. On behalf of WDG, we invite you to sample the finest we have to offer and raise a toast to Eddie Weihe, a man of exquisite taste and commitment to great beer.

1025 CONNECTICUT AVENUE NW, SUITE 300 WASHINGTON, DC 20036 (202) 857-8315 • wdgarch.com • @wdgarch

Zenit Journals • • Washington, DC • •

Wellness Journals For people struggling with self-care, Zenit Journals are your personalized tool to move forward in your wellness journey with love and ease.

You are worthy of your wellness. Zenit is a radical wellness company with the mission to make wellness accessible to everyone.

Wellness prompts that help you actively support your mental health and wellness. We also provide journaling workshops to hold space for folks to slow down, process, and reflect in community. Zenit is founded by Alina Liao, mental health advocate and wellness coach. Learn more at zenitjournals.com.

3419 18TH ST. NE WASHINGTON, DC 20018 202.930.3019 zenitjournals.com

Bee J’s Cookies • • Washington, DC • •

Cookies S’mores

Chocolate cookie topped with toasted marshmallow fluff and graham cracker crumbs

Old Fashioned Chocolate Chip

Brown butter cookie with semi-sweet chips, milk, and dark chocolate chunks

Sea Salt Caramel Crunch

Brown butter cookie with white chocolate, pretzels, dark chocolate chunks, and sea salt caramel drizzle

Funfetti Citrus sugar cookie with rainbow sprinkles

Florida Sugar

Citrus sugar cookie rolled in powdered sugar

Blackout

Double chocolate cookie with semi-sweet chocolate chips

Bee J’s Cookies, based in Washington DC, was cofounded by two millennials who believe in the convening power of food.

As a Black-owned business, Bee J’s Cookies endeavors to be a staple in the local community (and beyond).

We like to say that Bryant Jones, our baker, doesn’t have a sweet tooth; he has sweet teeth! Growing up, Bryant spent summers - and at times a few years - living with his grandma, Sweetie, when his mom had military assignments overseas. Sweetie made everything from scratch, and Bryant absorbed these cooking skills and would serve decadent desserts and treats to friends and family, some of which were based on family recipes.

Andrea O’Neal is one of five kids and the kitchen has always been at the heart of her childhood home. She’s fondly dubbed the chief taster in the Bee J’s Cookies kitchen! Andrea’s background is in communications and public relations. After meeting Bryant and tasting his delicious desserts, she helped craft the Bee J’s Cookies brand.

Where to find Bee J’s Cookies: Union Market Shop made in DC

1309 5TH ST. NE WASHINGTON, DC 20002 beejscookies.com

Matet’s Kitchen • • Washington, DC • •

Specialty Foods Chicken Lumpia A savory Filipino style spring roll made from a thing pastry wrapper and filled with ground chicken and vegetables.

Adobo Chips A fun snack version of Adobo chicken - the national dish of the Philippines. Adobo balances soy sauce, vinegar, garlic and other spices to create a delicious blend of flavor that packs a punch! These chips are made with russet potatoes.

Matet’s Kitchen is a family owned Filipino food brand that specializes in providing authentic and rich flavors of the Philippines. Named after Chef Mother Matet, sibling owners Christopher and Marcia offer a convenient way for discerning palates to enjoy the diverse and delicious tastes of Filipino cuisine.

Matet’s launched its first product line in July 2023 and is currently manufacturing lumpia - a popular Filipino spring roll in NE DC with distribution to 20 local stores across the DMV area. Embracing the unique flavor profile found in Filipino cuisine, Matet’s has set its eyes on expanding their product line and is expecting to launch an Adobo flavored potato chip in spring 2025.

Where to find Matet’s Kitchen products: Rice Asian Market (NW, Washington DC) Union Kitchen (multiple locations) Streets Market Market Poultry (SE, Washington, DC) Takoma Silver Spring Co-op (Takoma Park) One Stop Shop (College Park) Bethesda Co-Op (Cabin John, MD) Grosvenor Market (Rockville, MD)

matetskitchen.com

Rejuvenation • • Washington, DC • •

Plant-based Energy Drinks Plant Based Energy Drink, NO JITTERS, NO CRASHES, just pure bliss. Helps with focus and attentiveness throughout the day. Great coffee replacement.

Rejuvenation: Apple Contains: apple, cinnamon, blue agave, guyasa, water Great for: blood pressure/blood sugar regulation, preworkout, healthier skin appearance

Rejuvenation: Pineapple Contains: pineapple, ginger, cinnamon, honey comb, guyasa, water, lemon Great for: blood pressure/blood sugar regulation, lymphatic drainage, glowing skin

Rejuvenation: Hibiscus Contains: hibiscus, rose hip, lime, water, blue agave, guyasa Great for: pre-workout, cured blemishes, hair loss

Rejuvenation provides a 100% plant-based energy juice made with only six organic, allergen-free ingredients, delivering a clean and sustained energy boost without jitters or crashes. Unlike traditional energy drinks filled with synthetic caffeine and additives, our formula harnesses the power of natural ingredients to support focus, endurance, and overall wellness. With a versatile product line available in bottles and keg tap options, we cater to retail, hospitality, and health-conscious consumers looking for a better way to energize their day.

Rejuvenation addresses the lack of clean, plantbased energy options in the market by offering a 100% natural, allergen-free alternative to synthetic energy drinks. Many consumers experience jitters, crashes, and health concerns from artificial ingredients, excessive sugar, and synthetic caffeine.

Our solution provides sustained energy using organic ingredients, catering to health-conscious individuals, those with dietary restrictions, and anyone seeking a better-for-you energy boost without compromising on taste or effectiveness.

drinkrejuv.com

Republic Restoratives • • Ivy City • •

Spirit Borough Bourbon (44% abv)

Five-year high-rye whiskey aged in charred oak containers and finished in 50-year-old Armagnac casks.

Specialty Cocktail Tuxedo No. 2

For people who know what they like but aren’t afriad to try something new, meet our riff on the age-old martini.

Featuring vermouth, Luxardo, and orange bitters, we made this to be stored in the freezer so it’s ready to pour and sip with no extra steps. Cheers.

Republic Restoratives Distillery, located in the heart of DC’s burgeoning Ivy City neighborhood, is not only America’s largest crowd-funded distillery, but also one of the few women-owned and operated distilleries in the world. Home to CIVIC Vodka, Borough Bourbon, Chapman’s Apple Brandy, and Rodham Rye, we believe cocktails foster community, and we proudly provide accessibly priced, consistently delicious, quality spirits to our friends and yours.

1369 NEW YORK AVENUE NE WASHINGTON, DC 20002 • (202) 733-3996 republicrestoratives.com

Bailiwick Clothing Company • • Washington, DC • •

DMV Apparel Designed and Printed in DC & the DMV

Bailiwick Clothing Company is a DC-based apparel brand that artfully merges the worlds of design, culture and purpose. Started by brothers JC and Jeff Smith in 2016, Bailiwick makes t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, and casual wear that represents DC and the DMV. Our gear is designed and printed in DC and the DMV, and we’re dedicated to sharing the stories of the people, places, and things that make this area special.

Where to find Bailiwick Clothing Company products: Shop Made in DC (Dupont, Wharf, Georgetown) Steadfast Supply (Navy Yard & Ballston Quarter) The DC Pop-up at Reagan National Airport (DCA) Pop Local (L’Enfant Plaza) Smithsonian’s National Zoo DC Historical Society Smithsonian American Art Museum

bailiwickclothing.com

Pr yncess Treats • • Washington, DC • •

Cookies Sugar Cookies

Buttery, golden, and irresistibly crisp - Pryncess Treats Sugar Cookies are a timeless delight baked from a 70-year-old recipe.

Peanut Butter Cookies

Bold peanut butter flavor in every bite. Pryncess Treats Peanut Butter Cookies deliver rich, nutty perfection.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Packed with chocolate chips and baked to a crisp, buttery perfection. Pryncess Treats Chocolate Chip Cookies redefine indulgence.

Meet Elysia, the 9-year-old CEO of Pryncess Treats—a bakery built on love, family, and a 70-yearold secret recipe! At just 6 years old, Elysia started selling cookies at pop-ups. Now, her cookies are officially sold in Union Kitchen grocery stores!

Pryncess Treats brings nostalgic, homemade flavors to every bite. Customers can’t get enough of their favorites—sugar cookies, peanut butter cookies, and chocolate chip cookies—all of them thin, buttery, and perfectly crunchy. Elysia has been featured on Good Morning Washington, proving that kids can be successful entrepreneurs too!

But she’s not stopping there—she’s also a published author! Her book is now available on Amazon, inspiring other young entrepreneurs to start their own businesses.

And she’s not doing it alone—her 5-year-old brother, Ezekiel, is right by her side, helping at pop-ups and charming customers.

pryncesstreats.com

Kin Apparel • • DMV • •

Clothing / Accessories Benefits of Satin Satin naturally retains moisture, it doesn’t absorb it, allowing your hair to stay moisturized and protected. This leads to stronger and healthier hair.

Compared to cotton, satin is a much softer and silkier material.You see, traditional hoodies are often made with cotton, when hair interacts with a material like cotton there is a lot of friction which causes frizz and breakage. Due to the silky nature of satin there is a lot less friction which helps minimize breakage and frizz.

Satin is simply less disruptive. Whether it be full out fro, last night’s twists, summer braids or your forever locs, satin saves your style! Less friction means more preservation.

Philomina Kane is a Ghanaian-American entrepreneur and content creator. Born with a passion for the arts, her early years were filled with captivating performances in numerous theater and dance productions. In 2017, she graduated from Princeton University and began to cement herself as a haircare YouTuber. Garnering a following of nearly 200,000 subscribers, Philomina became a guiding force, empowering Black women to embrace and care for their natural hair. In 2020, Philomina founded KIN Apparel, a brand dedicated to crafting satin lined hoodies and hats for both hair protection and comfort.

The innovative approach of KIN Apparel caught the attention of Shark tank and in 2021 Philomina landed a six-figure deal with SKIM’s founding partner Emma Grede. Philomina is a winner of the prestigious Pharrell Williams’ Black Ambition Prize and a Forbes 30 Under 30 lister. Today, she remains committed to the growth of her brand and shares her wealth of knowledge with aspiring entrepreneurs, teaching them how to monetize their passion.

kinapparel.org

Andy Factor y • • DMV • •

Condiments Mambo Sauce, a District classic!

Uncle Dell’s Mambo Sauce - the authentic D.C. wing sauce that will leave you wanting more! From our home kitchen to your table, our ketchup-based sauce is slightly spicy, tangy in all the right ways, and is sure to become a staple in your household. It’s versatile enough to be used as both a dipping sauce and a glaze, and pairs perfectly with chicken, salmon, fries, onion rings, and even mac and cheese (yes, seriously!)

Andy Factory is a condiment company that’s passionate about creating delicious and versatile products that can be used to elevate any meal, bringing families together around the dinner table.

We understand the importance of family and community, and our goal is to create products that enhance the dining experience and help create cherished memories, whether it’s a casual dinner or a special occasion.

andyfactory.com

Atlas Brew Works • • Ivy City | Navy Yard • •

Beer Dance of Days: Pale Ale (5.7% abv) Dance of Days is a pale ale generously hopped with beautiful and bright Citra and Mosaic hops. We add wheat malt to the grain bill of this Pale Ale to give the beer a robust body and silky mouth feel that perfectly complements the floral and citrus flavors from two of our favorite hops.

Ponzi: West Coast IPA (7.3% abv) Made with 5 varieties of hops including Mandarina Bavaria and Centennial, followed by hints of Munich malt, Ponzi’s aroma writes checks that its flavor cashes.

District Common: Craft Lager (5.1% abv) Inspired by the beers that accompanied America’s westward expansion, District Common is fermented using lager yeast at temperatures common to ales.

Silent Neighbor: Stout (6.7% abv) Made with generous portions of rye and blackstrap molasses, our award winning stout is named as an homage to our neighbors in the historic Mount Olivet Cemetery. It has a hearty richness with notes of rye, chocolate, and roasted barley blended with rich molasses and subtle fruity bitterness.

Located in DC’s Ivy City and Navy Yard neighborhoods, Atlas Brew Works creates balanced, great-tasting ales and lagers in a solar-powered facility. Its second location opened across from Nationals Park in early-April 2020, and its third location opened in Alexandria, Virginia, in Spring 2024. Atlas is available in bars, restaurants, and stores throughout DC, Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Tennessee. DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio residents can order Atlas through DTC shipping.

The production brewery and original taproom located in Ivy City in Northeast DC features sixteen craft beers on tap, event space, brewery tours and an outdoor beer garden.

Located steps away from Nats Park, the Navy Yard brewery and taproom features fifteen taps, a dozen TVs, delicious pizza + wings by Andy’s Pizza and a huge outdoor patio.

2052 WEST VIRGINIA AVENUE NE WASHINGTON, DC 20002 (202) 832-0420 • atlasbrewworks.com

District Winer y • • Navy Yard • •

Wine 2021 Unoaked Chardonnay - Finger Lakes, NY Our Unoaked Chardonnay is fermented in stainless steel tanks over a period of 30 days and is aged for 8 months also in stainless steel. The resulting wine is bright and crisp with notes of grapefruit, apple, and white peach.

2022 Dry Rosé - Lodi, CA

This 100% old vine Grenache spends 48 hours on its skins before being pressed off to stainless steel tanks for fermentation and aging. Notes of strawberry, watermelon, and guava.

2018 Mourvedre - Suisun Valley, CA

This Mourvedre is grown in a vineyard that experiences hot days and cool nights. This allows the fruity notes to ripen while preserving strong acid. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and aged in 14% new French oak for 30 days. The notes are an aroma of milk chocolate, nutmeg and spice. A silky palette of subtle dark cherry and violet, with strong earthy vibes of leather, stone, and smokey cooked meats. Medium bodied with balanced acidity and strong but smooth tannins on the finish.

District Winery is a boutique working winery set in the heart of The Yards, a bustling community in DC’s Navy Yard along the Anacostia River. Winemaker Phil Arras produces our premium small batch wines, combining the quality of tradition with the freedom of innovation. Visit us to tour DC’s only winery and learn about how our wines are produced, then settle into the restaurant and enjoy wines made onsite while indulging in our seasonal menu. For those looking to commemorate a special occasion, we will also function as a private event venue, featuring full-service weddings and corporate gatherings with wine crafted on-site, exquisite cuisine, and the beautiful winery as a backdrop.

385 WATER STREET SE WASHINGTON, DC 20003 (202) 484-9210 • districtwinery.com • @districtwinery

Deanna’s Delights • • Laurel • •

Plant-based Desserts Cookies so good you won’t believe they’re plant-based!

Chocolate Chip Cookie Our original, signature recipe is not just a cookie, it’s an experience.

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Savor our version of an oatmeal raisin cookie with a robust delicious experience you won’t easily forget.

Carob Chocolate Chip Cookie You won’t miss the chocolate in our healthier version of a double chocolate chip cookie!

When warmed, fans describe it as a yummy “brownie cookie.”

Deanna’s Delights® began with a mother’s love for her child with allergies. So we work hard to be the best at what we do.

We use our own original signature recipes, made from natural, high quality, plantbased ingredients to make everything that comes out of our kitchen from scratch, with love.

We take the time to freshly bake desserts we know you’ll be proud to serve at your next dinner party, or your next family meal that your pickiest Aunt is sure to attend.

We invite you to experience a company created with you & your family in mind. We give families the best we offer our families.

Enjoy a healthier kind of dessert company.

We care. You’ll love to share.

Be proud to take everywhere.

deannasdelights.com

BicycleTrash • • Brookland • •

Products Belts Bottle Openers Decor Items Dopp Kits Jewelry Sling Bags Wallets

BicycleTrash is a DC-based brand of upcycled products handmade by owner and maker Topaz M. Terry using original designs. Topaz uses bike parts collected from local bicycle repair shops and other upcycled materials to create handcrafted bags, home goods, and accessories.

Where to find BicycleTrash Products: Brookland Arts Walk Shop Made in DC

716 MONROE STREET NE, STUDIO 10 WASHINGTON, DC bicycletrash.com

Ingrid’s Baker y • • DC • •

Baked Goods Fortified Flatbread Crackers Super Seeds & Cranberries Hazelnut & Cacao Almond & Sea Salt Cookies and Brownies Chocolate Chip (a classic!)

Salted Chocolate Decadence (rich chocolate & toasted pecans) Oatmeal Raisin (a non-chocolate classic!)

Pumpkin Spice (the new-kid, too good for only one season) Chocolate Brownies

Ingrid Hansen is an entrepreneur and business owner. A life-long baker, Ingrid’s foray into gluten free baking came about when her youngest child developed sensitivity to gluten as a college freshman.

Fast forward to 2025 and Ingrid now operates Ingrid’s Out-Of-The-Ordinary Bakery out of Union Kitchen where she is a member of their Accelerator Program.

Her Fortified Flatbread Crackers, Cookies, and Brownies are available at Union Kitchen retail stores, in D.C. and Virginia, several independent grocers and markets in Maryland, and online at her website helloingrids.com.

helloingrids.com

Mulan Dumpling • • DMV • •

Dumplings Classic Pork & Cabbage Dumplings Curry Chicken Dumplings Shrimp & Chives Dumplings Plant-based Dumplings All served with Ginger Soy dipping sauce

Hi, I’m Kristy Lam, the founder of Mulan Dumpling.

We are a women-owned company dedicated to the well-being of our customers and staff. Inspired

by Mulan, the legendary Chinese young woman, we share a passion for dumplings and women’s empowerment.

Our journey began with a health scare in 2016 when my partner Roya Shadravan discovered she had a brain tumor. Thankfully, she survived the operation without any harmful symptoms. This life-changing event made us extremely conscious about the food we eat and its health benefits. It was challenging to find convenient Asian cuisine free from additives and artificial ingredients, while those made with “clean” ingredients often lacked flavor. We believe it’s possible to have BOTH! This led us to create Mulan Dumpling, where we pour our heart and soul into crafting flavorful dumplings using only natural and simple ingredients.

(202) 813-0595 mulandumpling.com

Donna Faye’s Baker y • • Washington, DC • •

Bakery Mini Pound Cakes Banana Cinnamon, Blueberry, Cookie Butter, Carrot, Grandmommy’s Original, Oreo & Cream, Lemon, Red Velvet, Rum Butter Cookies Chicago Style, Lemon, Chocolate Kiss, Butter Pecan (St. Patrick’s Day Sprinkle), Cherry, Snickerdoodle

Founded by Jamila Jenkins, this family-owned bakery is a beautiful tribute to her mother, Donna Faye-Pitts Jenkins, and the cherished recipes passed down through generations.

As a child, Jamila watched her mom bake what everyone called her “famous butter cookies”—melt-in-your-mouth treats that weren’t just about the taste but about love, tradition and legacy. Donna started D’s Gourmet Butter Cookies in 2006, but after her sudden passing in 2010, Jamila took up her mom’s passion, carrying the legacy forward.

Now, Donna Faye’s Bakery brings you Chicago-style butter cookies, rich pound cakes and more—all made with the same heart and tradition Jamila learned as her mom’s sous-chef. Every bite is a taste of home and a celebration of family.

1309 5TH ST. SE WASHINGTON, DC 20002 (202) 743-4963 • donnafayesbakery.com

Lemon & Whim • • DMV • •

Soaps, Candles, Gifts An assortment of handmade soaps and candles with scents to suit everyone!

Lemon & Whim is all about good, clean fun! This small business specializes in everyday luxury, creating handmade soaps, candles and gifts that are sure to make you smile. Their products are vegan, cruelty free and crafted in small batches.

Treat yourself... then breathe in and relax!

lemonandwhim.com

Arkibuna Coffee • • DMV • •

Coffee Whether you’re sipping a drip coffee at one of our trucks or grabbing a bag of beans to brew at home, you’re not just enjoying coffee—you’re supporting a business built on passion, community, and a love for the craft. Join us in celebrating the art of coffee, one cup at a time.

Established in 2014 Arkibuna Coffee Co. is a locally owned and passionately operated coffee company dedicated to bringing exceptional coffee experiences to the DMV area. From our humble beginnings at local farmers’ markets, we’ve grown into a beloved community staple, known for our commitment to quality, sustainability, and connection.

In 2018, we launched our first coffee truck, bringing our freshly roasted, single-origin Ethiopian coffee directly to our customers. Today, we proudly operate three unique coffee trucks, each offering Full espresso bars and our carefully crafted beverages.

At Arkibuna, we believe in the power of coffee to tell a story. Our beans are ethically sourced from small farms in Ethiopia, ensuring fair compensation for farmers and sustainable practices. We roast our coffee in small batches in Alexandria roastery, guaranteeing the freshest and most flavorful cup every time.

arkibuna.net

Peruvian Brothers • • Union Market | Alexandria | Arlington • •

Empanadas, Hot Sauce Mini Beef Empanadas Mini Chicken Empanadas Mini Spinach & Cheese Empanadas After eleven years of operation, the Peruvian Brothers have expanded from one original food truck to four food trucks, two restaurants including their newest restaurant located at the Amazon HQ2 location in National Landing, concession stands & food trucks at stadiums, theatres, zoos, farmer’s markets and a large scale catering company serving the entire District of Columbia metro area including Maryland and Virginia.

Brothers Giuseppe and Mario Lanzone were born and raised off the coast of Lima, Perú, in a close-knit community of “La Punta” where family and the ocean reigned. The only time they didn’t spend in the ocean was spent feasting on fresh fruits, vegetables and meats prepared by loving hands. When developing Peruvian Brothers, Giuseppe and Mario wanted to give DC not only delicious Peruvian ingredients and flavors but also a piece of their unique heritage. Our Delicious Baked Empanadas are made daily with fresh delicious ingredients and lots of love.

Our Rocoto Hot Sauce bottles are adorned with tiny chullos (Peruvian Hats) at the top of each bottle which are hand-knitted by women artisans in the mountains of Peru. One of our goals here at Peruvian Brothers is to provide these women with continued employment opportunities to help them support their families. All Rocoto Hot Sauce purchases help us continue to help these women artisans in need.

WASHINGTON, DC • ARLINGTON & ALEXANDRIA, VA (703) 625-6473 peruvianbrothers.com

Thrasher’s Rum • • The Wharf • •

Rum Thrasher’s Relaxed Rum (50% abv)

Our relaxed rum is aged for 2 years in whiskey barrels and is the highest proof offering from Thrashers to date.

Thrasher’s Spiced Rum (40% abv)

Thrasher steeps star anise, clove, allspice, cinnamon, vanilla bean, and orange peels in his signature White Rum. The result is an aromatic and zesty rum that can be either sipped or mixed.

Thrasher’s Green Spiced Rum (40% abv)

Our Flagship and the first of its kind: a botanical-based blend made to impart flavors reminiscent of English gin. The light, distinctive spirit is herbaceous, floral, and vibrant with hints of green citrus.

Thrasher’s Coconut Rum (40% abv)

There are 2 different expressions of coconut in this rum.

The end result is a savory rum with a delicate smooth mouthfeel, hints of coconut, and no sugar added after distillation.

Specialty Cocktail Tiki TNT Problem Forgetter: Thrasher’s Spiced Rum, Bourbon, Peach Liquor, Honey, Lime, Overproof Rum, Cream

Thrasher’s Rum is made at Potomac Distilling Company which also houses Tiki TNT ‘Rum Bar’ at the District Wharf. To make it easy to find, the Distillery has a 74 foot brick smokestack with ‘Thrashers Rum’ painted on one side and ‘Make Rum, Not War’ on the other. It is a landmark we can see when crossing the Francis Case Memorial Bridge and from any spot on the Wharf by the river. In the works since 2016, this project was the logical next step for Todd Thrasher, who made a career for himself in bars since he started bartending in college and moved up the ranks to manager, sommelier, cocktail maker, and business partner. Todd Thrasher made a name for himself by making his own mixes, usually from the best ingredients available from the season. He experimented with different methods, presentations and flavors. Rum is Todd’s favored spirit since his college years, so when presented with the opportunity to open his own business: a distillery, it had to be a rum distillery. We hope you will taste the love, passion and craft in this new local product by Todd Thrasher.

1130 MAINE AVENUE SW WASHINGTON, DC 20024 thrashersrum.com

Chef Mikko Catering • • Dupont • •

Nordic Fine Foods Pass around Bite / Hors d’oeuvres

Teriyaki chicken bites with teriyaki dipping sauce Shrimp salad with saffron and lime on brioche toast Seared tuna with wasabi cream and soy on bagel chip Goat cheese-feta mousse on pastry cups with grapes Roasted beef-horseradish wrap Mushroom salad on seed bread

Taco & Smoke Bar

House Smoked Salmon lettuce wraps with house kimichi Aquavit gravlax with egg salad lettuce wraps Skagen style shrimp salad tacos Smoked beef brisket soft tacos with sour cream and cheddar cheese Pulled pork sliders

Mashed Potato Bar

Chive/garlic mashed potatoes; Asian style chicken meatballs; Beef meatballs, lingonberry demi-glace;Vegetable meatballs; Sautee mushrooms; Creamy tomato-basil sauce; Sour cream-tahini sauce Scallions, bacon, parmesan cheese, crispy onion

Zero-proof / Non-alcoholic Cocktails Elderflower Blueberry Lime Virgin Cocktail Elderflower Cucumber Strawberry Mocktail Hbiscus Spritzer Lingonberry Lemonade

Chef Mikko, the owner and executive chef of Chef Mikko LCC, is a celebrated, classically trained chef from Finland. Chef Mikko has won numerous national and international awards for his creative cooking; for traditional Nordic food and for his amazing baking, including breads, crackers, pastries and cakes. Mikko has also been widely celebrated for his knowledge of foods and gifted ability to choreograph gatherings, large and small, which bring people together to celebrate both momentous occasions and the everyday.

Today, Chef Mikko operates a very successful catering business here in the District. In May 2018 Chef Mikko expanded his Nordic themed catering business and opened Cafe Mikko Nordic Fine Food were you can find house-smoked salmon piled on thinly sliced home-made rye bread; herring made a plethora of ways; buckwheat blinis piled with fresh sour cream, onions, and caviar; homemade soups filled with hearty root vegetables from local sources; and mushroom and beet-root salads just like you would find in Nordic farmers markets and food halls.

1636 R STREET NW WASHINGTON, DC 20009 (202) 525-3919 • chefmikko.com

THANK YOU!

We hope you enjoyed imbibing, learning, and thinking locally with us this District Night! We would love to serve you in the future for any Architectural, Interiors, or Master Planning needs.

• CHEERS •

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