The High Holidays: They’re either early or late, and this year Rosh Hashanah seems late and Yom Kippur is even later! This Jewish holiday never arrives exactly when it’s supposed to. However!  Rosh Hashanah does begins at sundown on the evening of Wednesday, October 2. It is time to ring in the Jewish New Year with the blowing of the shofar, swirling slices of apples into honey, and then throwing our sins (via pieces of bread) into a body of water. It’s a time to gather with family and friends, celebrate, and eat (obviously). And THEN! On the evening of October 11th, t’s time to set the table and take part in the fast for Yom Kippur. For the uninitiated: A big meal on that Friday night, followed by a full day of fasting on Saturday (no food or water) and then followed by another huge meal to "break" the fast. For those who celebrate, the last thing you need to worry about is what you and the fam are eating! Fortunately, if you are looking for help, we have suggestions for all the soup, brisket, challahs, fish, bagels, and schmears. L’Shonah Tova to those of you who celebrate ~Rosh Hashanah:Occasions Caterers: Enjoy an exclusive home delivery package for Rosh Hashanah this year from Occasions Caterers. The menu features traditional favorites like Chopped Chicken Liver, Challah, Tzimmes, Apricot Rugelach & more. To ensure timely delivery, orders must be placed by 12:00 p.m. at least 3 days prior to your desired date through Occasions MarketPlace. Their curated menu brings the essence of tradition and flavor right to your table, making holiday preparations effortless; 202.546.7400; 655 Taylor Street NE; place your orders here.Each Peach Market: Each Peach Market is offering special Rosh Hashanah dinners available for purchase from October 1st - October 3rd. The menu features Slow Roasted Brisket, Roasted Carrots with Tahini Dressing, a Baby Spinach and Roasted Golden Beets Salad, Jeweled Forbidden Rice, Zaatar Smashed Potatoes & French Apple Cake; 202.525.1725; 3068 Mount Pleasant Street NW; To place an order, click here.Prescription Chicken: Along with the traditional apples, honey & challah, why not kick off Rosh Hashanah with Grandma’s Matzah Ball Soup? Prescription Chicken has you covered with their special Rosh Hashanah package, offering 2 24oz Matzah Ball soups, 4 mini challahs, 2 apples & a jar of Petworth Honey for $36. You can add more broth, matzah balls, or honey to suit your needs. Prescription Chicken even offers shipping! Plus, their soup is on sale nationwide at Sprouts, Streets, Heinens & McCaffreys through Rosh Hashanah. They are also hosting a special giveaway filled with holiday essentials - visit their website for full details; 1819 7th Street NW; For more information, click here.SABABA: Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with exclusive specials from Chef Ryan Moore, available from October 2th - October 4th. SABABA will offer dishes that honor the traditional ingredients of the holiday, featuring apple, honey, and brisket. Menu highlights include Roasted Haloumi with apple marmalade and honey ($16), Golden Beet & Pomegranate Salad ($16), Braised Salmon ($28), and Braised Beef Brisket ($30). The full menu will also be available during dinner service; 202.244.6750; 3311 Connecticut Avenue NW; For more information, click here.Teddy & The Bully Bar: Teddy & The Bully Bar is excited to host its annual Rosh Hashanah celebration, offering both in-restaurant dining and take-home experiences on October 2nd and October 3rd from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. The 3-course menu puts a modern twist on traditional Rosh Hashanah dishes, crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Guests will enjoy a festive start with challah, apples, and honey, followed by a selection of appetizers, including Matzoh Ball Soup and house-made Gefilte Fish. Main course options range from brisket of beef to roasted half chicken, while dessert highlights include honey cake and flourless chocolate cake. The dine-in experience is priced at $60 per person, and take-home options are available for $62; 202.872.8700; 1200 19th Street NW; For more information, click here.Yom KippurBaked by Yael: Baked by Yael has curated a special High Holidays Collection filled with all the essentials for a festive celebration. The collection includes High Holiday Challah, Honey Cake Pops, Apple Cake, Babka, and a variety of sweet treats perfect for breaking the fast. Enjoy these delicious offerings and bring a happy, sweet New Year to you and your loved ones; 202.234.9235; 3000 Connecticut Avenue NW; click here to view the menu.Occasions Caterers: Enjoy an exclusive home delivery package for Yom Kippur this year from Occasions Caterers. The menu features traditional favorites like Chopped Chicken Liver, Challah, Tzimmes, Apricot Rugelach & more. To ensure timely delivery, orders must be placed by 12:00 p.m. at least 3 days prior to your desired date through Occasions MarketPlace. Their curated menu brings the essence of tradition and flavor right to your table, making holiday preparations effortless; 202.546.7400; 655 Taylor Street NE; place your orders here.Each Peach Market: For Yom Kippur, Each Peach Market is offering their signature bagel platters, perfect for breaking the fast. The platters feature an assortment of 12 fresh bagels, served with cream cheese, tomato, capers & onions. Guests can choose to add lox or upgrade to the fully loaded option, which includes lox, kippered salmon & whitefish salad; 202.525.1725; 3068 Mount Pleasant Street NW; click here to place your order.SABABA: SABABA will celebrate Yom Kippur with special menu offerings on October 11th and 12th. Guests can enjoy Chef Ryan Moore's pre- and post-fast specials. Highlights include Hummus Sabich Salad ($18.00), Grape Leaf Wrapped Haloumi ($16.00), Sumac Crusted Salmon ($28.00), and Braised Brisket with carrot, sweet potato, and walnut tzimmes ($30.00). These specials, along with a seasonal a la carte menu, will be available Friday from 4:00 - 10:00 p.m. and Saturday from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m.; 202.244.6750; 3311 Connecticut Avenue NW; click here for more info.

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Nycci talks all things Restaurant Week ~

So today I am back with the Peter Chang family at their latest restaurant in the DC Area - NiHao Arlington, at the new Amazon headquarters at National Landing in Arlington, VA. The vibe is very hip and summery, with an airy street-facing bar and lots of delicious small plates. Lydia Chang designed the gorgeous space and I cannot wait to catch up with her. ALSO on this show is good friend and recent James Beard & RAMMY award winner Masako Morishita — so excited to have two boss babes with in with me today.I met Masako before she was ever in a restaurant kitchen. I remember where I met her! We were at the opening of Officina and your boyfriend at the time (now husband) introduced us. You were making something — dumplings doing pop ups? Anyway a year or so later you joined me on F&TB — you were executing at Brent Kroll’s Maxwell. And now you winning all sorts of well-deserved accolades while behind the stove at Perry's. How did you go from being the captain of the Commanders cheerleading squad to the 2024 James Beard Foundation’s Emerging Chef and the 2024 RAMMY’s Rising Culinary Star of the Year.At the end of today’s show, Lydia and Masako agreed to a short panel discussion on the trials and tribulations of being immigrant Asian women in the hospitality industry. Lydia’s team laid out a feast for our discussion — it was honest and frank and delicious  — tune in here