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Last night the local dining community honored its own at the 2018 Rammy Awards. The annual, gala, hosted by trade group the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, recognizes the hospitality venues chosen by its panel of anonymous judges and members selected by public vote.
The winners of the 36th Rammy Awards include:
Chef of the Year: Amy Brandwein, Centrolina
New Restaurant of the Year: Chiko
Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year: Masseria
Restaurateur of the Year: Ari Gejdenson, Mindful Restaurants
Upscale Casual Restaurant of the Year: Clarity
Casual Restaurant of the Year: Ivy City Smokehouse Tavern
Service Program of the Year: Minibar
Upscale Brunch of the Year: Osteria Morini
Casual Brunch of the Year: Ambar - Capitol Hill
Favorite Gathering Place of the Year: The Daily Dish
Favorite Fast Bites of the Year: Moby Dick
Rising Culinary Star of the Year: Gerald Addison and Chris Morgan, Compass Rose, Maydan
Pastry Chef of the Year: Tiffany MacIsaac, Buttercream Bakeshop
Beer Program of the Year: Owen’s Ordinary
Cocktail Program of the Year: Espita Mezcaleria
Wine Program of the Year: Bourbon Steak
Joan Hisaoka Allied Member of the Year: USI Insurance Services
Regional Food and Beverage Producer of the Year: Right Proper Brewing Company
Employee of the Year: Andrea Tateosian, Urbana
Manager of the Year: Heidi Minora, Commissary
Congratulations to all the winners.