In addition to eating out, I do like cooking for myself. DC's plethora of farmers markets allows for a nice variety of choices. I like to pick a seasonal vegetable for the week, steam it in my Instant Pot, then mix and match with proteins and grains throughout the week. In addition to veggies, there are a growing number of vendors offering both ethnic and veg-friendly foods. Check out Ozfeka Catering for some Anatolian dishes and a vendor called "Wholesome Clean Eating" which offers veg and vegan options. I particularly enjoyed their crunchy tangy Asian Slaw made with Quinoa. Always yummy (and they keep for a good long while) are the pickle options from Number 1 Sons. For the non-vegans there is Blue Ridge Dairy and Clear Springs Creamery, which offers ethically produced dairy products (not to mention Quark, which I finished off in two sittings). There really isn't anything as delightful as locally sourced yogurts, cheeses and butter. With winter coming on a good number of farmers markets have closed for the season but we are lucky to have some year-round options. Check out the Arlington Courthouse, Falls Church or Chevy Chase markets on Saturdays or the Dupont Circle Freshfarm or Palisades markets on Sundays. And don't forget about Eastern Market, open Tuesdays through Sundays.
The popular grain bowl trend gets a twist with this Indian-inspired takeout bowl place. Same concept -- a base, greens, toppings, etc., but the options are mostly Indian inspired and the majority of offerings are vegetarian (although not vegan, given the heavy use of Ghee in cooking). My take is mixed. Some of the items were outstanding, some less so. I got the Lemon Tumeric Rice, which was delightful. Fresh and tangy, with a little bite, it was one of the best rice dishes I've ever tried. On top of this I got the Tofu/Cauliflower protein. It was half and half. The cauliflower was perfectly roasted, the roasted onions delightful, and the nuts were a beautiful added crunch. The tofu, however, was watery, and the green and red peppers well past prime. Next, I added sauteed spinach, which was incredibly bland, and the peanut sesame sauce, which was "okay" but forgettable. I didn't do additional toppings, although there were plenty. I did get two of the mini s
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