Author Archives: Alison Beckwith

Hyattsville’s Huncho House Chef Appears on ‘CBS Mornings,’ Returns to Food Network

Hyattsville-based chef Tobias Dorzon was recently featured on the CBS Mornings show and will return to the Food Network’s Tournament of Champions this month. Continue reading

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University of Maryland Students Paint Mural at Art Works Now in Hyattsville

A group of University of Maryland students painted a new mural at the Art Works Now building in Hyattsville. Continue reading

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New ‘Short Story Kiosk’ Now at the Hyattsville Library

The Hyattsville public library now has a new kiosk that dispenses famous short stories and poems for free. Continue reading

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Dog Haus Biergarten Opens in College Park on Sunday, Feb. 4

The California-based chain specializes in gourmet hot dogs, sausages and burgers made with hormone- and antibiotic-free Angus beef and served on King’s Hawaiian rolls. Continue reading

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How Country Music Legend Charlie Daniels Got His Start Playing in Bladensburg

In the 1950s, country music legend Charlie Daniels got his start playing at clubs in the greater D.C. area, including along Route 1. Continue reading

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Renowned Route 1 Jazz Pianist Daniel Weatherspoon Sells Out Shows in D.C.

Renowned Route 1 jazz pianist Daniel Weatherspoon, a Grammy- and Dove Award-winning composer, producer, and recording artist who has worked with various popular artists, including Beyoncé, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Janet Jackson, Paula Abdul, and Mary Mary, will perform two shows at the Carlyle Room in D.C. in March. Continue reading

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Two Route 1 Hotspots Make D.C.’s Latest ‘Very Best’ Restaurants List

In a special feature in Washingtonian magazine, Riverdale Park’s 2Fifty Texas BBQ was ranked No. 10, while College Park’s Northwest Chinese Food was also praised. Continue reading

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