More than 60 of the region's top restaurants participated in Washingtonian's annual Best of Washington party. The highly praised high-end Indian restaurant Rania won Best in Show for the second consecutive year, featuring a unique shiso chaat leaf with a flavorful dip. Kyojin showcased a 140-pound tuna, carving fresh nigiri for guests. Ukrainian restaurant Ruta impressed with a 302-pound holubtsi, while Ellie Bird's cucumber salad combined dried blue crab and Thai green chili. The Dabney celebrated summer with delicious corn grits and other creative vegetable dishes also stood out throughout the event.
Rania received top honors for the second year in a row with their ultra-crisped shiso chaat leaf, praised for its balance of elegant flavors and textures.
Kyojin impressed guests with a unique experience by bringing a 140-pound tuna to carve fresh nigiri for attendees.
Ruta aimed for a record with their 302-pound holubtsi, showcasing an elaborate preparation that included traditional stuffed cabbages.
Ellie Bird's smashed cucumber salad distinguished itself with toppings of dried blue crab and Thai green chili in lime yogurt.
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