Tom Sietsema

Food Correspondent

Tom Sietsema is the James Beard award-winning food correspondent for The Washington Sun, as well as the author of the online newsletter “Next Course” on Beehiiv. Previously, he was the food critic for The Washington Post for 25 years.

Talk to Tom: Why Do You Love Purple Patch So Much?

October 15, 2026 05:05 a.m.
Talk to Tom: Michelin Stars, Anniversary Recs and D.C.’s Best Thai

October 08, 2026 05:10 a.m.
Talk to Tom: A Legendary French Spot in Great Falls Gets New Owners

October 01, 2026 05:09 a.m.
Talk to Tom: Where to Eat in Georgetown

September 24, 2026 05:13 a.m.
Talk to Tom: A ‘Hidden Gem’ in D.C. and Stellar Chinese in Virginia

September 17, 2026 05:15 a.m.
Talk to Tom: Thoughts on Rye Bunny, Corkage Fees and Cramped Tables

September 10, 2026 05:09 a.m.
Tom Sietsema’s 5 Favorite Dinners in D.C. for $25 (or Less!)

September 09, 2026 05:50 a.m.
Talk to Tom: Where to Go for a Celebratory Dinner

September 03, 2026 05:05 a.m.
Talk to Tom: A Great Tavern-Style Pizza Joint in Dupont

August 27, 2026 05:03 a.m.
Talk to Tom: In Search of the D.C. Area’s Best Cheese Shops

August 20, 2026 05:15 a.m.
Ned’s Club Is Buzzy, Exclusive — And a Work in Progress

August 13, 2026 05:20 a.m.
Talk to Tom: Where to Go for D.C.’s Restaurant Week

August 13, 2026 05:15 a.m.