Third Anniversary Celebration

If you missed it - YOU MISSED IT! K Street Kate's Third Anniversary Celebration was one smashing great time... Muleh was overflowing with friends, supporters, and some newly introduced to what the online magazine has to offer - the best this city has to offer!

Even if you were venturing into uncharted territory for yourself (14th Street is rockin' and Muleh is too much of a gem to be hidden... KSK readers know that!) you knew you were in the right place when you pulled up to four hot Ferraris from our sponsor Ferrari & Maserati of Washington at the entrance.


If you hit the first bar, the Corcoran Vineyards wine bar, you tasted some of the best of Virginia wines... including that Viognier and Cabernet Franc. Thanks to Jim Corcoran for sharing some local flavor with us - everyone loved it - and we're planning some K Street Kate sponsored tasting trips soon.
Through the furniture, fashions, and friends - and DJ Neekola's hot beats - we hit the vodka bar, sponsored by Emperor Vodka. And no one could get enough... so we had Emperor Vodka in the K Street Kate-ini too! Pairing it with Domaine de Canton, a french ginger liquor (that was so yummy people started drinking it on the rocks as well) and some strawberries and lime made this K Street Kate signature drink a little sweet and lot sassy - just like us!
Speaking of sweet... did you have any of those Darlington House cupcakes?? They may have looked too cute to eat, but we gobbled them up!! If the dessert is this good, imagine what the pasta is like...

We have to thank our incredible hosts, Christopher Reiter (Muleh was the PERFECT venue!), Lynda Erkiletian of T.H.E. (thanks for bringing the beautiful people!), Rodrigo Garcia (my #1 fan and partner) and Anne Lee (who understands that being Kate's best friend sometimes means manual labor...) for making the night one to remember. I also could not have done it without the help of Victoria Sanders who has been incredible to work with, and PGP Events (more on that to come...)
I'm thrilled about KSK's three incredible years, but want 30 more just like them. Thanks to everyone for helping me realize the dream! Check out the slideshow for more pictures from some of the talented photographers on hand, including Pat Ryan, Michael Domingo and Joe Reblando - and of course, an event video is coming soon to K Street Kate.




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Not Dogs & Lettuce Wraps

An annual tradition meant to coincide with the American Meat Institute's (AMI) Annual Hot Dog Luncheon, this PETA-sponsored event seeks to promote non-meat alternatives by giving away veggie hot dogs or "not dogs" as they're often called. Every year they dress up Playboy Playmates in lettuce bikinis (not real lettuce, unfortunately for the men!) who give out not-dogs to anyone willing to wait in the huge line. This year's Playmate guest of honor was Playmate of the Year Jayde Nicole.

But AMI faked PETA out for the 2nd year in a row by scheduling their Annual Hot Dog Lunch a week later than originally planned. For those that like the real thing and think that meat is yummy, AMI's annual Hot Dog Lunch will be held next week on 7.22.09. But before you start salivating, the event which boasted over 1,000 attendees last year included more than 50 Members of Congress and United States Secretary of Agriculture Edward Schaffer, Hill staffers, industry officials and 30 members of the media is invitation only. It remains one of the most popular events of the summer on Capitol Hill.




Joe Reblando photographed and contributed to this post.
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Want to Be a Madison?


Join us for the annual recruitment event on Sunday, August 30th at the Rookery - rsvp required. For more information on the ladies of the Madison and the purpose of this social and philanthropic organization, visit here.
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Confirmation Cocktails?

Supporters of Judge Sotomayor organized a private and intimate reception at The Park at Fourteenth this evening in her honor. Sotomayor, the first Hispanic Supreme Court nominee in history, entered her first day of questioning in confirmation hearings today, facing 19 Senators on the Judiciary Commitee.
Thanks to Felicia Montgomery for sending K Street Kate this sampling of those present:
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Soiree Bastille Chic

In case you missed last Saturday night's Soiree Bastille Chic, check out the K Street Kate video above to see all the fun and fashion!

Planete Chic and sponsors, including hair by KMS California, make-up by E.L.F. Cosmetics and accessories by 213 Industry packed the house for the pre-Bastille party and eco-friendly fashion show at the ever-popular Darlington House...
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Saddest News, In Memory of a Friend

Just knowing Desi Deschaine would put a smile on your face. This 30 year old Communications Director for DC Councilmember Jack Evans was active socially, in the community, and in area political circles. He was a super smart, enthusiastic and supportive friend and will be missed.

The saddest news came this morning. A body that had been found but not identified in Baltimore's Inner Harbor was confirmed to be Desi Deschaine. Desi has died from apparent drowning after disappearing from a party.

We're all shocked and saddened by this news, but keep Desi and his family in our thoughts, asking that you will do the same.
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C'est la 14 Juillet!

Mais oui! We're celebrating the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789 by storming Adam's Morgan's Mainstreet for our own Bastille Day celebration.

If you want to start out by being truly French, go en greve (strike) around 4 PM and join us for live music and petanque (like Bocce Ball, but so much cooler because it's French) at Marie Reed School (18th & Wyoming Ave. NW).

Later at L'Enfant Cafe (2000 18th St. NW) a re-headed King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette will "let [us] eat cake" while they host the French Maid Relay Races. There will be french music, french food, and some door prizes a la francais as well.

Then we'll continue to Napolean (1847 Columbia Rd. NW) to laissez les bons temps roulez and toast the French with free champagne offered to anyone wearing red, white, and blue. Ca va? Bien sur!!
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The District Dish

Tonight we filmed episodes of The District Dish (in advance so we can have some summer vacation!) at Redwood in Bethesda. Redwood is owned by the brilliant masterminds who brought us some of my favorites...Mendocino (now under new ownership), Sonoma, and other wine bar/restaurant delights.

We filmed with the newly crowned (as of YESTERDAY) Miss District of Columbia, Jen Corey, and the Founder of an international art movement, Art Jumping, Allison Reimus. Don't know about art jmping yet? You will - check back in August!

But on today's new webisode, we feature the beauty behind a local skincare business, Ada Polla of Alchimie-Forever. And if you like what you see, keep in mind that the brand is opening a new flagship store this summer in Georgetown, so the goods are near you! Tell 'em you heard about it on The District Dish...
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Beauty Night OUT

Do you love to shop, sample, and score? Five fun and fabulous hours of complimentary cocktails and hor d'ouevres will introduce you to some of the must-have Spring 2009 designers and their ideas of what's hot right now in beauty services, products and fashion. It's one of Style and Image Networks signature events...


On Wednesday, July 22nd at the Beacon Hotel (1615 Rhode Island Ave. NW) check out Beauty Trends from Beauty 360 and hair styling from PR at Partners, and snag one of those coveted Swag Beauty Bags - these are legendary! (And are only guaranteed to advance ticket purchasers - $25 in advance)

*This event benefits Through the Kitchen Door. Find out more and purchase tickets here.
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Miss DC 2009

Last night at the Lincoln Theatre on U Street, the dream of yet another young lady came true - she was crowned Miss District of Columbia and is on her way to Miss America! A packed audience waited with anticipation for the crowing moment of 21 year old American University student Jennifer Corey.

Jen, as her friends call her, took home the top prize as well as preliminary awards in swimsuit, talent (opera) and evening gown. Sophia Davis would win top honors in the Interview competition. Jen's court consisted of 4th runner up Ashton Kunkle, 3rd runner up Sophia Davis, 2nd runner up Randi Levendusky and 1st runner up - and first time pageant competitor- Stephanie Williams.

With a platform on recycling entitled "Let's Talk Trash!", Jenn will begin preparations for Miss America immediately. Watch for Jen at appearances around town and find out more information about the Miss DC program here.
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Ferrari California Dreamin'


Vroom! Vroom!

Allow us to introduce our newest K Street Kate sponsor. She's sleek, chic, has a rockin' body and we hear she's equally attractive to the men and the ladies. Yeah, she goes both ways...and from 0 to 60 in about 3 seconds!

Owning a Ferrari or Maserati is the dream of just about every guy we know. And the ladies are right there behind them these days! These are extreme cars. They have passion, prestige...and serious power. They also have uncompromised quality. Not a bad thing to dream about.

Don't think it'll ever happen for you? Wrong! We have it on good authority now is the best time to buy! Ferrari & Maserati of Washington provides both new and pre-owned models to the mid-Atlantic region, like the Maserati GranTurismo, GranSport and Quattroporte or the Ferrari F430, 360 Modena and the new and hotly anticipated California. And while these investment rides will look hot for summertime cruising, you'll get just as much of a thrill from these headturners years down the road... until you just have to trade in your model for that newer one you've been dreaming about.

And we just have to add, you'll be happy to be part of the Ferrari and Maserati of Washington family. The new owners are great people that we trust and are proud to call our friends. Go in and just take a look - and tell them K Street Kate sent you!
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Dog Days

You know I love Georgetown, but lately, the 14th Street/U Street area has been my go-to location for a fashion fix. If you haven't had an opportunity to check it out, I've got the perfect time for you to get some trendy local glam for a great deal!

It's the Tenth annual Dog Days of August. On August 1 and 2 shops, theaters and restaurants along (and just off) the 14th Street and U Street Corridors will throw open their doors and celebrate the heat in one of DC’s coolest neighborhoods with spectacular sales, give-aways and entertainment.

But if sales and deals aren't enough to get you out, the Dog Days will also feature the Studio Theater’s Annual Garage Sale, a Source Family Open House, a ceviche tasting at Café Saint Ex, a community festival at the 14th and U Farmers’ Market, the Washington Improv Theater’s improv-a-palooza and much much more.

Don't miss out on these Dog Days or you'll be giving us those sad puppy dog eyes.

*This annual event is sponsored by the MidCity Business Association, a member organization representing over 200 businesses, galleries and theaters along the 14th and U Street corridors.

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Barefoot on the Beach


For more information on the Barefoot Wine Beach Rescue Project coming to the District of Columbia at Hains Point on July 18th, see here.
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Want a Better Website?

On July 13th, Revolutionary Performance Management will be sponsoring FREE website evaluations and consultations. We know we'll be taking advantage! Go and talk to developers, graphic designers and website strategy specialists about anything from colors to content to search engine optimization... Don't know what any of that means? You definitely need a better website!
Stop in July 13th to the Doubletree in Dupont Circle - 1515 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20005, Cabinet Room, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Call Daniel at 202-360-4WEB (4932) to register!
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The District Dish


Continuing the tradition of beinging you ALL that DC has to offer, The District Dish posted a new webisode featuring Destination DC's Manager of Communications, Carla Barry Austin.

Formerly known as the District's Tourism and Convention Corporation, Destination DC is equally as important for locals as those coming to visit the city, with important information on area activities and useful deals!

Carla tells us why DC is powerful... and how you can make it personal! Watch it!
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W Hotel Opens

Though the W Hotel is saving its massive opening showdown until later in the Fall, the doors opened to the public today, first with a preview of the famous Bliss Spa and then with a more select who's who cocktail reception on the roof.

Lined up down the block (both blocks) to get a glimpse of the "View from Above" - which is, obviously, the same view that the hotel has always had, it was previously the Hotel Washington - non-invited guests of the opening party still had the chance to enjoy the skyline by making dinner reservations. Whether they had seen it before or not, even the view was "new" tonight.

But even if you didn't play the name game to guess which friends of yours might have scored resi's upstairs in order to make it past the clipboard gals and onto the elevators, DJ Neekola was spinning the party downstairs in the lobby and everyone ran into someone they knew. In terms of buzz generated by W's opening night, we'd say it was a "W"... a win that is.
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