Dining As one of Zagat’s “Most Exciting Food Cities in America” and home to restaurants that have earned the attention of Food & Wine , Bon Appétit and North America’s fourth Michelin Guide , Washington, DC offers many reasons to dig in to its expanding dining scene. capital Métier Eric Ziebold’s elegant, Michelin-lauded tasting room, which is situated below his starred Kinship , offers creative American cuisine across from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center . Pineapple and Pearls Famous for its multi-course modern American tasting menu, this Capitol Hill spot entices diners with lavish creations like poached shrimp, a morel-filled French omelet and Pecorino pound cake. culinary michelin -starred restaurants Blue Duck Tavern Located in the Park Hyatt Washington D.C. , Blue Duck serves incredible farm-to-fork fare and a popular upscale brunch. Masseria Nicholas Stefanelli takes diners to the coast of Italy through prix-fixe perfection and rustic decor. Plume Thomas Jefferson’s gardens inspired this downtown dining institution located in The Jefferson, Washington, DC , which features a list of more than 1,300 wine labels. Siren by Robert Wiedmaier Located in The Darcy, Curio Collection by Hilton , Siren by RW offers a seasonal “Chef’s Whim” multi-course tasting menu featuring fresh seafood bites for up to eight guests. explore more dining Restaurants & Private Dining listings begin on page 84 26 | EVENT PLANNING GUIDE