Foodie And The Beast

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.   On today’ show: ·        There's a cherry blossom-themed cocktail competition coming your way, sponsored by High Road Spirits Importers. In with the details is Jennifer Nellis, the Mid-Atlantic market manager for High Road Spirits, and competition finalists  John Cooper, the general manager at D.C.’s Vagabond Kitchen & Bar and the bar manager at Prost, Lucy Valenti, the bar manager at the  Residents Café & Bar, and Kevin Cornejo,the beverage director at Mita;                                                                          ·        Our good buddy, Danny Lledó, is the talented chef/owner of the Michelin-starred Taller del Xiquet, where  awesome Mediterranean-inspired dishes rule.  ChefDanny is in today with a preview of his upcoming Easter menu; ·        Recent budget cuts by the feds have put a harsh spotlight on the increasingly difficult task of feeding folks living on the margins.  Kate Urbank, site director for Food Rescue US – DC , is in with info about