Recently I had the pleasure of dining at the fine Masseria by Nicolas Stefanelli.  What an experience!!  This restaurant (winner of one Michelin Star in Washington DC) specializes in small, gourmet dishes.  I selected the Five Course meal.  Each course made my mouth so very happy!  The outdoor patio is lovely.  Very chic and cozy with family and friends.  Would be a great place for a date night as well.

My menu included:

TARTARE :

Chapel Hill Farm Veal Tartare.
Caper. Tomato.
Parmigiano.

PROSCIUTTO E MELONE **This, by the way, was my absolute favorite.  The prosciutto melts in your mouth!!**:

Prosciutto Di Parma.”
Melon.Walnut.
Anise Hyssop. “Piadina.”

MACCHERONI: (second favorite)

“Maccheroni Molinari Domus.”
Eggplant. Tomato. ‘‘‘Nduja.”
Ricotta Salata.

OMBRINA:

Mediterranean Stone Bass.
Maryland Blue Crab.
Tomato. Spicy Saffron Emulsion

MIRTILLO E MAIS
Rye and Corn Sbriciolata.
Maple Brown Butter. Huckleberries.
Toffee Corn. Salted Corn Gelato.

Peaks:

Setting; location; ambiance; service; FOOD; and beverages

Pits:

No pits here, my friend!! I enjoyed every moment of this meal.  Lucky for me, I was surrounded by beautiful friends and amazing food.

Check this one out!

Monica