Washington, DC, Penn Quarter – BISTRO D’OC – Taste the South of France…

BISTRO D’OC

www.bistrodoc.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Perfect for pre-theater meals
• Family-owned and -operated
• Serving specialities from the South of France

When did French food get so ‘fancy’? Just because you can’t pronounce some of the menu items (ahem, grosses crevettes et St-Jaques rôties) doesn’t mean you won’t love the classic flavors of Southern France.

At Bistro D’oc, Chef Bernard Grenier and his family have created an enclave of French flavor and flair. From the chic cafe ambiance to the genuinely nice staff and—it practically goes without saying—stunningly good food, this DC treasure certainly has that je ne sais quoi.

– Hannah, Bloomspot Staff Writer

Penn Quarter
518 10th St NW
Washington, DC 20004
Between N E St & N F St
(202) 393-5444
www.bistrodoc.com

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

3.5 stars and 141 reviews on Yelp

“Went here on a date and absolutely loved it. The food was perfect from start to finish. The staff was really friendly, attentive, and helpful. Finally, the restaurant itself is cozy and cute. Can’t wait to go again!”

Yelp Reviewer Naomi S., Arlington, VA, 3/25/12
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“Excellent mussels, salads, and desserts. If my boyfriend and I only went on one date for the rest of our lives, I would choose D’oc followed by a film at Landmark, conveniently right around the corner.”

Yelp Reviewer Kevin D., Washington, DC, 10/13/11
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“What a French bistro ought to be. Small, charming, and reasonably priced … Potage Cresson was excellent.”

Yelp Reviewer Peter T., Washington, DC, 12/17/11
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“This place is the best kept secret in DC. It is the best French bistro around and has great prices. I have been going here for seemingly 10 years for lunch and have never had a bad meal.”

Yelp Reviewer Brian M., Washington, DC, 8/21/11
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FEATURED MENU ITEMS

POTAGE CRESSON

Cream of watercress soup with gruyere and croutons

PÂTÉ MAISON

Duck liver pepper pâté, fig compote, olives, and cornichons

CHEVRE CHAUD

Warm Bûcheron goat cheese, haricot verts, roasted beets, and olive oil on mesclun lettuce

ONGLET GRILLÉ POMMES FRITES

Angus hanging tenderloin, red wine sauce, house French fries

CONFIT DE CANARD MAISON

Crispy duck confit, mushroom fricassée, house french fries

CASSOULET LANGUEDOC

Bean stew with duck confit, toulouse sausage, lamb, and pork

BOEUF BRAISE AU VIN DU LANGUEDOC

Boneless Angus short ribs slowly cooked in red wine with mushrooms and rutabaga, served with potato purée

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• Expires October 17, 2012.
• Valid for dine-in dinner only.
• Limit one per person. May purchase multiples as gifts.
• Limit one certificate per table; two person minimum.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• Taxes and gratuity not included; please tip on full value.
• Cannot be used with other offers; not valid for happy hour specials.
• Refunds allowed up to 24 hours after close of Bloomspot sale.

New Orleans, LA – DAUPHINE ORLEANS HOTEL – Quiet French Quarter Favorite…

DAUPHINE ORLEANS HOTEL: NEW ORLEANS HOTEL COLLECTION

www.dauphineorleans.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Quiet French Quarter locale steps from Bourbon St.
• Elegant boutique hotel with classic balconies
• Saltwater pool and tropical courtyard
• On-site parking available

It’s where beads fly off balconies and jazz notes barrel down alleyways. Still, NOLA doesn’t have to mean an all-nighter every night. Cozy, refined, and relaxing, this boutique hotel is a posh hideaway in the heart of the French Quarter.

Sure, historical decor keeps a picturesque past in tact, but fear not, the Dauphine is also up on the latest trends (think WiFi, fitness center, and Tempur-Pedic™ beds). The hotel bar, May Baily’s Place (a 19th century “sporting house” in a cottage where John James Audubon painted his “Birds of America”), gives the best nightcap around. Things heating up outside? Take a dip in the famous saltwater pool or stroll the tropical courtyard.

While you want the buzz of Bourbon Street, let’s face it, you also want some shut-eye. Discover a quiet sanctuary steps from it all.

– Evelyn, Bloomspot Staff Writer

French Quarter
One block from Bourbon St, Antoine’s, Arnaud’s, and Broussard’s; across from Susan Spicer’s Bayona Restaurant; near Royal St, and Natchez Steamboat Wharf’s last of the famous Mississippi Paddlewheel Steamers with twice daily cruises
415 Dauphine St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Between Conti St & St Louis St
(800) 521-7111
www.dauphineorleans.com
Special ongoing offers for Bloomspot subscribers can be found atwww.neworleanshotelcollection.com/200

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

4 stars and 58 reviews on Yelp

“My stay at the Dauphine was fantastic. I found the staff to be friendly and accommodating. It’s a charming hotel, clean and elegant. You can’t beat the location in the French Quarter.”

Yelp Reviewer Siri S., New York, NY, 4/18/12
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“First time in NOLA, spent 4 nights here and we couldn’t have asked for anything more … Great location, friendly staff, amazing beds, and free complimentary breakfast!”

Yelp Reviewer Neeta J., Costa Mesa, CA, 6/8/11
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“One of the best “boutique” hotels in the Quarter is The Dauphine! … If you’re looking for a smaller, boutique style hotel to enhance your experience in New Orleans, this would be one of my top choices!”

Yelp Reviewer Steve I., New Orleans, LA, 3/1/11
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“This Hotel is absolutely the best to stay in when you are visiting NOLA … The Bed, oh lord, the bed. Amazing …. You feel like you’re sleeping on a cloud.”

Yelp Reviewer Nessa F., Massapequa, NY, 7/29/10
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FEATURED PACKAGE

2-NIGHT NEW ORLEANS EXPERIENCE PACKAGE FOR TWO

Includes accommodations in a Superior Carriage House King or Superior Main House King room, daily continental breakfast, two welcome drinks, two tickets to the Southern Food and Wine Museum at the Riverwalk Marketplace, discount book valued at $250 for special offers at the Riverwalk Marketplace, two-for-one entry to Mardi Gras World Attraction, $20 gift certificate to Hemline Boutique, complimentary bottle of wine with purchase of two entrees at Roux on Orleans restaurant, WiFi, and in-room coffee and bottle water.

$299 for 2-night weekday New Orleans Experience Package for two (up to $513 value)

Valid for stays Sunday through Thursday…

$439 for 2-night weekend New Orleans Experience Package for two (up to $633 value)

Valid for stays that include Fridays or Saturdays…

• Valid for reservations May 27–September 30, 2012.
• Includes accommodations in a Superior Carriage House King or Superior Main House King room, daily continental breakfast, two welcome drinks, two tickets to the Southern Food and Wine Museum at the Riverwalk Marketplace, discount book valued at $250 for special offers at the Riverwalk Marketplace, two-for-one entry to Mardi Gras World Attraction, $20 gift certificate to Hemline Boutique, complimentary bottle of wine with purchase of two entrees at Roux on Orleans Restaurant, WiFi, and in-room coffee and bottled water.
• Not valid July 4–7.
• May purchase multiples to reserve consecutive dates.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• Transportation from the airport to hotel can be booked atwww.myairporttrip.com/nohc; limo, cab, or shuttle service from the airport directly to the hotel are available. Mention Dauphine Orleans Hotel for exclusive discount.
• 14% tax will be added upon Bloomspot purchase.
• Cannot be used with other offers or existing reservations.
• Refunds allowed until 11:59PM PST on May 23, 2012. All sales are final after this date.

New Orleans, LA HOTEL MAZARIN Luxe French Quarter Getaway…

HOTEL MAZARIN

www.hotelmazarin.com

Why You’ll Love It

• Elegant, historical French Quarter hotel
• Complimentary welcome drinks and a bottle of Champagne
• Two-for-one entry to Mardi Gras World and shopping credit

At Hotel Mazarin, the energy of Bourbon Street meets the grandeur of 18th-century New Orleans. Sugar-capped beignets and purple bougainvillea or world-famous jazz and cocktail-induced frenzies. The choice is yours.

Stay at the epicenter of Mardi Gras in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. Have an appetite for gourmet plates? Roux on Orleans dishes up the finest NOLA cuisine down the way.

Below your wrought iron balcony, the city’s signature party scene comes alive. Inside, marble floors, gold chandeliers, and a famous courtyard fountain make up Mazarin’s luxe style. Imagine walking a few blocks to the Mississippi River. Or stepping around the corner to jump on a trolley to Audubon Park. Hotel Mazarin puts you in reach of it all.

– Evelyn, Bloomspot Staff Writer

• Valid for reservations between May 28–September 30, 2012.
• Based on double occupancy.
• May purchase multiples to reserve consecutive dates.
• Superior Queen/Queen room can accommodate four people for an additional charge of $40 per third and fourth person per night.
• Not valid July 4–7, August 11, or September 1, 2012.
• Transportation from the airport to Hotel Mazarin can be booked atwww.myairporttrip.com/nohc; limo, cab, or shuttle service from the airport directly to the Hotel Mazarin are available. Mention Hotel Mazarin for exclusive discount.
• Must redeem in one visit; no cash or credit back.
• 14% tax will be added upon Bloomspot purchase.
• Cannot be used with other offers or existing reservations.
• Refunds allowed until 11:59PM PST on April 3, 2012. All sales are final after this date.