DC Brau Crust at Paradiso, Turkey Pardoning

DUPONT CIRCLE— Pizzeria Paradiso is whipping up a pie crust with brewer's grain donated from local brewery DC Brau. It costs $2 extra to get a pizza with the crust during the holiday season, but proceeds from the dough are going to charity Bread for the City. [EaterWire]

POLITICS— If the West Wing episode involving President Bartlet pardoning a turkey are on your DVR, you're the target audience for this article from Washingtonian, which delves deep into the process of the Presidential turkey pardon. [Washingtonian]

METRO CENTER— Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel was spotted dining in the main room with two guests at Bibiana last night, according to a rep. [EaterWire]

ARLINGTON AND 14TH STREET— There are plenty of options for takeout this Thanksgiving, but more and more chefs are making their own twists on pies available. David Guas of Bayou Bakery has such varieties as sweet potato, bourbon chocolate chip and bacon cayenne available for $22 (order by Monday); Pearl Dive Oyster Palace pastry chef Ashley Soto will sell off varieties like key lime and Kentucky Derby pie at a sale Tuesday and Wednesday. [EaterWire]

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