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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

WCHS sophomore Blythe Cook enjoys a plate of fried fish with a side of collard greens for the first time as she appericiates soul food at Malia's Kitchen located between Mcdonalds and Philly Cheesesteaks.

Local black-owned restaurants slay with soul food

By Isabella Ngwana and Naomi Wright March 30, 2023

Regardless of one's ethnicity or socioeconomic status, if one had their ears plugged into the radio or MTV videos, around that time one of the most popular RnB songs that crossed over to pop culture galvanizing...

Jeni's consistently comes out with new and unique flavors such as the above pictured "Powdered Jelly Donut", which was released on April 14.

Jeni’s Ice Cream freezes the competition

By Ryan Weiner, Sports Editor May 10, 2022

All good things must come to an end. While this saying applies to many different facets, it now symbolizes the end of an era in Cabin John shopping center. In December of 2021, the Baskin Robbins in Cabin...

The outside of Colada Shop has many Cuban themed murals which immediately evoke the Cuban culture with the restaurant in Cabin John shopping center.

Take a trip to Cuba with authentic cousine

By Justin Greenzaid, Sports Editor May 10, 2022

Colada Shop is a Cuban cuisine cafe and now has a location open at Cabin John Mall. The store  was opened in the spring of 2021 so it is still relatively new addition. The Colada Shop has two DC locations,...

This is an example of an order at Poké Papa, including salmon, diced chicken, white rice, edamame, sweet shoyu sauce, and sriracha sauce.

Poké Papa has a refreshing “create-your-own-bowl” option

By Sacha Feldberg, Arts Editor October 22, 2019

The food court in Westfield Montgomery Mall is one of the most popular places for WCHS students to hang out, and on Sept. 21, they introduced a new restaurant: Poké Papa. This restaurant is inspired by...

Berries and Bowls feature a colorful and welcoming exterior, which couples a clean and comfortable interior along with lots of business as a new smoothie restaurant.

Berries and Bowls opens in Kentlands this September

By Kathy Hu, Online Editor October 17, 2019

People all over the area have long been searching for a healthy and local food option that is both delicious and carries a low calorie count. At last, everyone's wishes have been answered.  Smoothie...

A poster advertises the new Boardwalk restaurant that just opened in Montgomery Mall.

Boardwalk Restaurant Opens in Montgomery Mall

By Brandon Li, Business Manager March 20, 2017

Montgomery Mall’s new restaurant introduces a unique beach-style cuisine to the food court. Established in 1981, Boardwalk is located between Panda Express and Sarku Japan in the Mall. Boardwalk...

Chef Joel Hassanali’s specialites include foods local to Maryland.

CRAVE will make your tastebuds go wild

By Arielle Gordon, Arts Editor May 26, 2015

CRAVE Bethesda: American Kitchen & Sushi Bar is the latest restaurant to be garnering attention from the CHS community. CRAVE is a full-service lunch and dinner restaurant that offers a wide variety...

Summer House's assortment of dishes gives diners the opportunity to experience West Coast food.

Summer House brings West Coast to Bethesda

By Madison Hurr, Features Editor May 26, 2015

Walking into Summer House: Santa Monica, I was immediately transported to the West Coast. The food and decor earned five out of five stars, as the restaurant offered a wide variety of dishes and a cool,...

Chine Gourmet Bistro is the newest restaurant at the Cabin John Shopping Center.

New restaurant brings Chinese food back to Potomac

By Arielle Gordon, Photo Editor March 20, 2015

China Gourmet Bistro is the newest Chinese restaurant to try its hand at Asian cuisine in Cabin John Shopping Center. It is the third Chinese restaurant to occupy 7945 Tuckerman Lame in recent memory;...

Chef Geoff’s offers wide variety of fine dining

Chef Geoff’s offers wide variety of fine dining

By Ilana Berger, Fact Checker November 29, 2012

For anyone looking to show their buds some love—taste buds that is—Chef Geoff’s is the place to go. Chef Geoff’s became wildly popular with its first two locations in D.C., and after spreading...

New fast-casual restaurants open in D.C.

New fast-casual restaurants open in D.C.

By By Ben Fox, Staff Writer February 21, 2012

In the 1970s Burger King created one of its most memorable slogans, the now infamous line “Have it your way!” The meaning behind that phrase was that the food a customer ordered could be changed based...

Seasons 52 offers healthy options to hungry students

Seasons 52, located on Rockville Pike across the street from White Flint Mall, is a restaurant that offers indulgent yet healthy food choices. The atmosphere is extremely warm and refreshing. The floors...

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