Ramw Announces Rammy Eat The Vote Promotion 4/28 - 5/5

Don't be the only one in the office on RAMMY Election Day without a coveted "I Voted" sticker! The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington encourages food-lovers to "Eat the Vote" and cast a ballot for the 2011 publicly voted RAMMY categories of Hottest Restaurant Bar Scene, Power Spot and Neighborhood Gathering Place.

Voting has never been so much fun.
Public votes determine the outcome of several RAMMY Award categories, including*: "Hottest Restaurant Bar Scene, "Neighborhood Gathering Place," and "Power Spot." During the week of 4/28 to 5/5, diners can "Eat the Vote" and participate in creative events full of food and cocktail specials and energetic fun with the nominees in these categories. Those who cast a ballot via smart phone while visiting participating nominee restaurants will be given an "I Voted" sticker so that they may proudly show the world their voice (and taste) has been heard.

Polls officially open at 12:01 a.m. on 4/28, and votes can be cast on washingtoncitypaper.com through 11:59 p.m. on 5/11. One vote is permitted in each category per individual email address. The ballots will be audited by Thompson Greenspon & Co. and the winners will be announced at the RAMMY Awards on June 26th at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC.

'Eat the Vote' promotions include:
Bar Pilar (1833 14th St. NW) is throwing a Neighborhood Block Party on 4/28 from 5 to 10 p.m., featuring cocktail specials, food specials, and the return of the famous photo booth. Photos will be free to all who vote for the restaurant.

Bastille (1201 North Royal St.) will be offering happy hour pricing all day and night on 4/28, cocktails will range from $6 to $6.50.

Bombay Club (815 Connecticut Ave. NW) is offering a $10 Power Cocktail throughout the week made with 2 oz. of Bank's Rum, .5 oz. of Orange Curacao, .75 oz of house made raspberry syrup and .5 oz. of fresh squeezed lemon juice.

Carmine's (616 E St. NW) will be hosting a Power Party from 4 to 7 p.m. on 5/5 featuring cocktail and appetizer specials; surprise "Power Guests;" tours of the restaurant's Secret Service entrance for all who vote; computers set up at the bar for patrons who wish to vote.

Equinox (818 Connecticut Ave. NW) is hosting a Power Hour from 5 to 6 p.m. every night from 4/28-5/5, which includes cocktail specials and free bar munchies for those who have voted.

PS 7's (777 Eye St. NW) will be hosting a Voting Punch Party on 4/29 featuring master mixologist Gina Chersevani's famous punches at the discounted price of $7 each, as well as burgers and its signature flatbreads for half price.

Masa 14 (1825 14th St. NW) is offering a drink and food special at a discounted price of $10, includes Mango Mojito, Mojito Traditional, Spicy Tuna Temaki Hand Roll and Mango Summer Rolls.

* Also included in the RAMMY Awards public voting is the write-in category of "Your Favorite Restaurant." The Favorite Restaurant category is not included in the "Eat the Vote" promotion.

About the RAMMYS

The RAMMYS Restaurant Awards Gala honors the exceptional ability and accomplishments of the Washington, DC area restaurant industry. Celebrating the 29th annual event on June 26, 2011, a lively awards presentation precedes a dinner reception and dancing at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. The event not only rewards, but also brings the entire restaurant industry together for a fabulous night of celebration.

BizBash Magazine named The RAMMY Awards Gala #1 Food & Restaurant event in DC on the Top 100 events list in 2010 and 2008.The theme of the 2011 gala is Carnevale da Cuisine and will feature pavilions from Australian Beef & Lamb/Embassy of Australia, Cuisine Solutions, Mexico/SAGARPA, Nordic Partners (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway & Sweden), a