Foodie And The Beast

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.  On today’s show:·        Old Town Alexandria’s only hotel and spa, the Lorien is a chic getaway. For dining fun there are the BRABO Brasserie and the Tasting Room, serving European cuisine with an American twist and inventive cocktails. We hear about the latter today as we are joined by Phillip Blane, the Lorien’s general manager, and Fernanda Romero, The Tasting Room’s manager;                                                                                                                                                                                                         ·        Oysters have long been considered a natural aphrodisiac to increase sex drive and desire. In fact, Casanova ate large amounts of oysters for breakfast each day due to their stimulating properties. Do they work?  We find out when Rick Allison, chef/owner of the King Street Oyster Bar, joins us. He offers more than 10 varieties on any given day in his four locations, with a fifth coming soon to No