Hank's Cocktail Classes; What are these 'Nachos?'

ARBITRARY LISTICLES— DCist rounds up its 13 "Best Brunch Spots in D.C." Contenders include Red Derby, Granville Moore's and the Argonaut. [DCist]

FOOD MEDIA— "Have you ever tasted a nacho? Your first question might be, 'What are they?'" The DC Sports Blog has a post based on a Baltimore Orioles program from 1980, when they were attempting to introduce nachos to their concession stand customers. [DCSB]

DUPONT CIRCLE— The Mixtress herself, GIna Chersevani, is back to teaching cocktail classes. She's got a series of classes going just in time for the holidays at Hank's Oyster Bar, beginning in November (they're $65 each). More info here. [Official Site]

VARIOUS LOCATIONS— Sandwich chain Jetties is beefing up its salad menu. A rep sends word that the restaurant has three new salads featuring fall ingredients like roasted beats, local apples, butternut squash and more. [EaterWire]

Hank's Oyster Bar [Photo: R. Lopez]