More Amsterdam Falafelshops; Dogwood Does Cocktails

FOGGY BOTTOM— Westend Bistro has a new chef. Tom Sietsema shares in his chat that Adam Barnett has taken the position; he used to be a sous chef there years ago. [WaPo]

FALLS CHURCH— Dogwood Tavern's drinks menu has been given a reboot. The Falls Church News-Press reports the bar has revamped its cocktail programs with new drinks. Bartender Paul Taylor says he wants to "introduce Falls Church to cocktails." [EaterWire]

EXPANSION WIRE— More Amsterdam Falafelshops are on the way. The restaurant chain has signed a franchise agreement to allow four new shops to open in the D.C. area: in Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Bethesda and Silver Spring. An Arlington one is also on the way. [EaterWire]

Westend Bistro [Photo: R. Lopez]