Washington DC is preparing for the inauguration of the 47th President Donald J. Trump on Monday, even as extreme weather has moved the swearing-in ceremony indoors.
Inauguration day begins with that ceremony at noon. According to Destination DC, it will culminate with official inaugural balls.
A number of restaurants in the greater DC area are inspired by the inauguration details and experiences to mark the event, they told Fox News Digital earlier this week.
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Combine a burger and fries with a diet cola
At the Watergate Hotel, visitors can celebrate the inauguration at The Next Whiskey Bar to celebrate one of President Trump’s favorites with an elevated twist: the Presidential Stack.
This dish offers a gourmet take on the classic burger, paired with golden truffle fries and a bucketful Diet Coke for the ultimate nod to Trump.
The Next Whiskey Bar, located in the Watergate Hotel, offers a Presidential Stack that includes a burger, truffle fries and a bucket of Diet Coke. (Watergate Hotel)
Also available at The Next Whiskey Bar is the Presidential Bites Flight, a selection of luxurious small plates created to define the occasion.
Enjoy black truffle sliders with Wagyu beef, mini lobster rolls made with Maine lobster, caviar, yuzu aioli and foie gras.
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Save room for oysters with caviar, served alongside traditional dishes, and be sure to do so drinking champagne.
“In honor of this historic inauguration, we have created a menu that balances playfulness and sophistication and embodies the festive spirit of the Watergate Hotel,” Executive Chef Tony DiGregorio told Fox News Digital.
The Next Whiskey Bar at the Watergate Hotel is one of several DC locations offering a special menu to commemorate the inauguration. (iStock)
“From the delicious Presidential Stack to the curated appetizer flight: every dish is a tribute to tradition with an elevated twist.”
Enjoy whisky, wine and culinary snacks
Consider booking the ‘Table 47 Experience’ at Salamander Washington DC.
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The special menu for two consists of whiskey, wine and culinary snacks from chef Walter Alvarado.
“Guests and locals alike can enjoy the Table 47 Experience, featuring rare whiskies, vintage wines and expertly curated appetizers,” Alvarado told Fox News Digital.
Salamander Washington DC’s special menu features rare whiskeys, vintage wines and curated appetizers, as well as afternoon tea. (Scott Suchman)
“We are also pleased to present our Presidential Afternoon Tea, which pays tribute to the remarkable legacies of our country’s presidents.”
Enjoy a three-course dinner inspired by presidents
At New Heights Restaurant in DC’s Woodley Park neighborhood, take a culinary journey through history with a special three-course dinner menu: “A Presidential Feast: Flavors from Inaugural History.”
Offered exclusively through the end of January, this meal features a selection of official menu items served at the congressional luncheons of previous U.S. presidents.
The conference lunch is a long-standing tradition and is held after the swearing-in ceremony.
Presidents who have served in the White House are honored with a three-course dinner at a DC restaurant. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)
“We have had seven leaders in power since New Heights opened in 1986, so creating a menu with the same dishes that past presidents have enjoyed is a truly awe-inspiring moment for me,” said Chef Jose Molina.
“Cooking for others has always been my greatest joy – that’s why I became a chef – so I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate this history than by giving our guests the opportunity to enjoy the same iconic dishes,” he said also. .
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“And doing it here in our nation’s capital makes it even more special.”
Sip and enjoy afternoon tea
At Blue Duck Tavern at the Park Hyatt Washington DC, visitors can enjoy afternoon tea the weekend before Monday’s inauguration from 3 to 5 p.m.
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The tavern claims that its tea cellar is home to one of the most extensive tea collections in the United States, with more than 30 rare, limited-production teas.
The tea experience also includes chef-curated dishes and gourmet pastries.
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“Park Hyatt Washington DC is adding more noble items, such as lobster and caviar, to the afternoon tea menu in anticipation of our guests’ expectations for this important event,” said Jean-Claude Plihon, culinary director and food and beverage at Blue Duck Tavern. .
