Dine-N-Dash Returns; Why Bother with Beer Festivals?

BEER HERE— Wine and beer festivals can be a logistical nightmare for restaurants. So why bother? Money and branding, says Washington Business Journal. [WBJ]

PENN QUARTER— For the third time running, José Andrés will host Dine-N-Dash, a fundraiser for World Central Kitchen. This year, 17 restaurants have signed on for the bar and food crawl. Tickets start at $129. More here.

LOGAN CIRCLE— Etto is partnering with New Columbia Distillers to bottle its vermouth. [WCP]