Written by DCist contributor Whitney Satin Time to embrace the crisp weather that’s finally settled in by cozying up with a steamy cup of hot chocolate or cocoa. Oft-talked about versions include Murky’s famous $5 cup, or the bevy of celebrity starlets served up at ACKC, but the District welcomes a few new options this season to help you stave off the chill … or just indulge a chocolate craving. Locolat Café Niel Piferoen, owner......

Dish of the Week: Potato salad Where: Your backyard, or small patch of grass We're coming up on 4th of July, so we're in prime potato salad season. Whether you make your own or buy it, it's always delicious. If you make your own, the variations are endless, with different herbs, proteins, vegetables, mustards and vinegars that you can add. Perhaps go with a Japanese-style salad with small boiled shrimp and edamame. My most recent......

How many rocket scientists (and their friends) does it take to serve frozen yogurt? Just about 21 or so if you ask Mr. Yogato, the anthropomorphic mascot of a new shop opening tomorrow in Dupont Circle. Yes, rocket scientists. Steve Davis, the company's founder and "Man of Yogurt" is also an employee of SpaceX, a space exploration company with an office in D.C. Struck by the lack of "froyo" options when he transferred here (though......