West African delicacies such as moi-moi, a jumble of black-eyed peas, tomatoes, and corned beef; feijoada, a rich Brazilian casserole of black beans, pork, and smoked meats; bouillabaisse, the fish stew from France; Italian favorites such as pasta carbonara; succulent lamb kabobs or crisp falafel (vegetable fritters) from the Middle East; crunchily addictive Vietnamese spring rolls; spicy Carolina shrimp with steaming white grits; and some of the finest marbled steaks and butter-soft prime rib this side of the Mississippi: these are just a few of the dazzling dishes you'll find in the nation's capital. More »
