David Hagedorn

David Hagedorn is the restaurant critic for Arlington Magazine and Bethesda Magazine at Moco360. He is co-author of The New Jewish Table: Modern Seasonal Recipes for Traditional Dishes; My Irish Table: Recipes from the Homeland and Restaurant Eve; and Rasika: Flavors of India. Hagedorn created the Chef’s Best benefit for Food & Friends in 1991, which continues to this day. In 2012, he created and continues to chair the Chefs for Equality benefit for the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

Articles by This Contributor

Wining and Dining in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley

Savor the scenery (and some stellar cooking) at these bucolic restaurants and inns.

The Talent Behind the Chefs

Chefs get the all the credit, but a stellar dining experience is the work of many hands. Meet some of the supporting players at Bayou Bakery, Palette 22, Rus Uz and more.

DIY This Pepita Cantina Cocktail

The Irish Fizz arrives just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.

The Secret to Texas Jack’s Juicy Brisket

It takes two days' work to make this low-and-slow brisket right.

Restaurant Review: SER

Superb Spanish cooking, impeccable service and personal touches spell success in Ballston.

Go for the Doughnuts, Stay for the Chicken

The wings at Astro Doughnuts in Falls Church are double-fried perfection.

Cooking With Garam Masala

Tips and tricks for cooking with the Indian spice staple garam masala

Philly Me Up: A Philadelphia Food Tour

The City of Brotherly Love is on fire with destination-worthy restaurants and bars.
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King Cakes for Mardi Gras

Head to Bayou Bakery in Courthouse for this gloriously gaudy brioche delight.

Restaurant Review: Tupelo Honey Cafe

Our Southern food critic takes issue with the Arlington newcomer's spins on certain hallowed traditions.

Dinner for Carnivores in the Mosaic District

Love meat? Red Apron Butcher's "Beast of the Month" dinners will make you think you've died and gone to heaven.

Restaurant Review: Brine

Oysters aren't the only draw at Rappahannock River Oyster's Mosaic District restaurant. But they're a big one.