State of the Union Drinking; Rammy Noms Closing

AWARDS SEASON— Think a particular place really, really deserves a Rammy? Nominations for the city's industry awards close Wednesday. Here's where to nominate. [EaterWire]

BETHESDA— Max Brenner, which closed briefly for renovations recently, has a bunch of new chocolate-focused menu items. Chef Katzie Guy Hamilton has added such dishes as a peanut butter and jelly sandwich cocktail, a cake batter cocktail, chocolate pasta, chocolate covered cherry waffles and more. [EaterWire]

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS— Only in D.C. is it an annual tradition to drink away the State of the Union Address at a bar. Going Out Guide has a good roundup on where to go, including such places as The Star & the Shamrock. [GoG]

U STREET— Speaking of the State of the Union address, Duffy's is offering free tater tots during the speech. Now that's an incentive. [Facebook]

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