Vidalia's "Sweet Sixteen"  Vidalia will feature a celebration of our beloved Vidalia onions from May 20 to June 20.  Don't miss the onion specials for lunch and dinner or the incredible five course onion tasting dinner menu with optional paired wines.  Vidalias..."you can eat them like an apple!"  To read more about our favorite sweet onion go to www.vidaliaonion.org. 

More Onion News  Chef Jeffrey Buben can be seen on the popular Monkey See website cooking some of his favorite Vidalia onion dishes that you can do at home!  See the techniques, get the recipes and enjoy those wonderful Vidalia onions at home.  Chef Buben Cooks Vidalia Onions on MonkeySee.Com.

The dry crisp refreshing Rosé Wines are wonderful wines for the spring and summer.  Bis will showcase these rosé wines and the flavors of Provence for the month of June with our favorite rosés by the glass and a special bar menu featuring small plates of Provençal inspired dishes such as Cod Brandade, Tuna Tartines and Vegetable Anchoïde. 

Monday, March 30, 2009 is Taste of the Nation with our own R.J. Cooper III as the Chef Chairman.  Share Our Strength works hard to end child hunger and this event is amazing.  Information is available on the SOS  Taste of the Nation  website. 

New spring menus at Bistro Bis and Vidalia!   Bistro Bis Menus    Vidalia Menus

We were so proud of our Vidalia manager Khoa Nguyen who appeared as a contestant on NBC's The Chopping Block.  Khoa and his cousin decided to withdrew from the competition at the end of the show during the first week.    Khoa said that he believed this would be the best thing to do in light of the fact that he was used to people working together to make a restaurant work successfully and we agree.   Everyone who saw the show made of point of calling and telling us how professional he presented himself!  He is the winner in our book!

Chef Jeff appeared on Fox Midday News for D.C. Central Kitchen and the Cuisine Solutions product created for the charity's benefit.  Jeffrey Buben's Shrimp & Grits can be found in the local grocery stores and can also be bought online.  Read all about it at D.C. Central Kitchen's website.  On the news show Buben cooked Mussels Marseillaise.  The recipe will also appear in the July 2009 issue of Gourmet Magazine.  Click on the link below to view.  
http://www.myfoxdc.com/dpp/midday/whats_cooking/020309_whats_cooking_vidalia 
                                                                  
The new crop of Vidalia onions are right around the corner.  Start looking for our Vidalia Onion Degustation Menu in May!

Restaurant Week was a great success and thanks so much for your patronage and great emails especially in this economy. Spring menus are just around the corner . We are looking forward to the crisp and delicious spring Vidalia onions, morels, asparagus and our favorite local shad and shad roe as it becomes available, so come visit again soon.

Vidalia and Bistro Bis both made the February issue of Washingtonian Magazine's 100 Best Restaurants for 2009! Thanks for supporting us and we looking forward to try and still find new ways to make your dining experience a "capital" favorite.

Vidalia's bargain Happy Hour was also mentioned in the March 2009 issue for Washingtonian's 75 Best Bars. Come see what the insiders know...specialty cocktails at great prices, wine tastings and complimentary hors d'oeuvres from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Absinthe Minded - The bar at Bis is featuring an Absinthe menu. The infamous anise-flavored spirit derived from herbs is served in the classic style with a sugar cube and distilled water from an absinthe dripper.

We are celebrating Vidalia’s 15th Year Anniversary, but you don’t have to bring us the traditional crystal! Instead Vidalia is giving you a gift. Vidalia will feature a three course tasting lunch for $19.90.  You may choose a tasting portion of one appetizer, entrée and dessert from our entire incredible lunch menu. Beverages, sales tax and gratuity are not included. For reservations call 202.659.1990 or book online at www.opentable.com. Anniversary Lunch is not available when there are special menus during holidays and other special occasions. 

Vidalia and Bistro Bis have beautiful silver and black gift cards that can be bought in the restaurants or online. You may choose from a pre-determined amount or choose your own.  The card can be used at both restaurants!   Go to Vidalia or Bistro Bis and click on the gift certificate link in the corner. 

Celebrate  your special events at Vidalia or Bistro Bis! Chef/Owner Jeffrey Buben and his staff will add that special "wow factor" to your cocktail party, business luncheon, private dinner or a group gathering in our wine bar with creative hors d’oeuvres, menus, spectacular wines and favorite cocktail libations. We can cater to all your occasions in the restaurants, your office or home. For details and more information, contact Khoa Nguyen at Vidalia or Tony Fischer at Bis.  

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Vidalia's Wine Bar

Happy Hour Half Price Specials

Come join us from 5 to 7 p.m. for special selections of premium liquors, specialty cocktails, wines and libations at half price.  All beers, bottles and drafts are $3.50. 

Happy Hour Wine Tasting

Our popular Monday through Friday complimentary wine tasting is from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.    Each day of the week will feature a different theme and three wines. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres created by Chef R.J. Cooper will enhance the experience. For further information, call Mike Nevarez at 202.659.1990 or email him at mnevarez@vidaliadc.com

 Sample Hors d'Oeuvres
House Made Charcuterie, Patés, Rillettes and Sausages
Paté of the South (Pimento Cheese) with Onion Crackers
Vidalia Onion Dip with Sweet Potato Chips
Miniature BLT's
Stuffed Fingerling Potatoes
Jeff's Pepper Jelly with Crackers

 Happy Hour Tasting Menu
(Join us for our Happy Hour  or the Wine Tasting and Stay for Dinner!)

Vidalia offers a three course happy hour dinner from 5:30 to 6:30 PM for $39.90.  Guests will be offered a three course menu selection of an appetizer, entrée and dessert from our nightly specials.  Price does not include beverages, alcoholic beverages, sales tax or gratuity.  This special menu can also be ordered with the sommelier's wine tasting flight for $49.90.  See below for our Happy Hour Wine Tasting details.

Catering by Vidalia and Bistro Bis

Did you know that we have a new catering division?    Our personal approach, planning and phenomenal custom built menus combined with exceptional service easily distinguishes us from the myriad of other catering companies in the area.   Breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, receptions, wine tastings, boxed meals or even group cooking classes can be designed with your specifications in mind and can be set up or delivered to your office, home or other venue. 

Please contact Khoa Nguyen at  dining@vidaliadc.com or by calling 202.659.1990 to discuss the possibilities. 

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Bis on the Go!

Bistro Bis now offers coffee, teas and pastries "to go! "   We open this take out service at 6:30 a.m. daily.  Savor our estate grown Bis blend coffee and a fresh baked selection from our pastry chef. 

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 Please email us at info@vidaliadc.com or info@bistrobis.com  with any comments or questions.