After Peacock Room Chef Leaves; Is That Really Maryland Crab?

GEORGETOWN— Nicholas Sharpe is leaving After Peacock Rooms. Tom Sietsema shares in his chat today that the chef doesn't know his next move yet. [WaPo]

MARYLAND— A study by advocacy group Oceana found that 38 percent of crab cakes labeled "Maryland crab" by restaurants were actually not blue crab. Almost 90 different restaurants were surveyed. [Oceana]

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS— It's Maple's third anniversary tonight. They're offering $3 house glasses of wine, $3 off pastas and free cake to celebrate. [EaterWire]