The Gibson expands to include upstairs

Consumed.DC — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:10:09 +0000

For The Gibson, lines at the door are just not acceptable. In fact, they don’t even want to tell you where the door is located. Instead, patrons are either flat-out refused entry or are offered a chance to leave their phone numbers where they can be reached if a bar stool or table opens up.

We happen to prefer this up-front, no excuses kind of approach. It’s like the “he’s just not that into you” of the bar scene. Either you’re in, or you’re not. End of story.

But to help ease the pain of so many being turned away, The Gibson has decided to give us just a few more seats by opening an upstairs level. The bar will nearly double in size when the upstairs level opens this weekend and will feature two private rooms that can be rented in advance.

They’ll be kicking off the whole thing at their Corpse Revival Halloween Party, which, for $75 for the night will include cocktails and snacks (also a new addition)from 8:30pm to 2:30am.

The Gibson, 2009 14th Street, NW

How to: roast pumpkin seeds

Consumed.DC — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:15:32 +0000

Pumpkins From Flickr

Sure, roasting pumpkin seeds is not rocket-science, even for the under-skilled home cook. But a few differences in technique can transform a childhood snack into a culinary experience.

After you’ve carved your pumpkins this weekend and otherwise finished your preparations for Halloween, check out this take from Emeril on roasting pumpkin seeds with garlic powder, salt, and red and black pepper.

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The Gibson expands to include upstairs

How to: roast pumpkin seeds