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IN THE PAPERS - Nicolas Sarkozy and Barack Obama made a joint call for tougher sanctions on Iran yesterday at the White House but the media seemed more interested in a Presidential trip to Bens Chili Bowl earlier in the day! WEDNESDAY, 31st MARCH, 2010
Travel Expert-at-Large Nelson George chats with Kamal Ali of DC's Big Ben's Chili Bowl.
Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington DC is famous for it's half-smoke chili dog, and only two people can eat it for free: President Obama and Bill Cosby. On Travel Channel's Man v. Food, Adam Richman stopped by to get the low-down on Obama's visit. www.travelchannel.com
Those we left behindYoungstown VindicatorFounded Ben's Chili Bowl diner, a Washington landmark. Oct. 7. X‚âIrving Penn, 92. Photographer famed for stark simplicity in portraits, fashion shots. ...
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The Real World DC: Meet the Tribes of WashingtonGawker... the African American population, whether it's Duke Ellington, go-go music, or half smokes (which is like a hot dog on steroids) at Ben's Chili Bowl. ...and more »
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Free Food for Foursquare MayorsADOTASADOTAS - Until 2008, only one person got to eat free at Ben's Chili Bowl, a culinary institution in my hometown of Washington, ...At Foursquare Venues, The Mayor Eats For FreeWashington PostFoursquare adds merchant prizesTECH.BLORGE.comall 4 news articles »
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Adventures in the nation's capitalSacramento News & ReviewThe president made waves when he ate at DC's Ben's Chili Bowl, a 51-year-old black-owned-and-operated hot-dog-and-chili joint in the same neighborhood where ...
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The GrioNotable African-Americans we lost in 2009The GrioBEN ALI (1927-2009) - A native of Trinidad borne from parents of Indian descent, immigrant Mahaboob Ben Ali opened up Ben's Chili Bowl in ...
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Ben Ali: Hot SauceNew York TimesBen Ali was a businessman with a plan. He gave all three of his sons the middle name Ben in case one of them ever took over Ben's Chili Bowl, the restaurant ...
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Ben's Chili Bowl owner uneasy with healthcare reformThe Hill (blog)By Michael O'Brien - 12/16/09 10:12 AM ET The owner of the venerated Washington, DC institution Ben's Chili Bowl signaled unease this week with healthcare ...
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...needs of small business. That's certainly not the case for the owner of one small business we sought out, the venerated Ben's Chili Bowl on Washington’s U Street, where President-elect Obama visited last January. It's atypical of small businesses in the sense...
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FOX News
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Job Hunt: Small Business in the USFOXNews (blog)That's certainly not the case for the owner of one small business we sought out, the venerated Ben's Chili Bowl on Washington's U Street, ...and more »
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Washington City Paper (blog)Say Hello to the Inaugural Class of the DC Dish Hall of FameWashington City Paper (blog)Yep, you know it as the chili half-smoke from Ben's Chili Bowl. The famous link in the natural casing, topped with the joint's dark signature meat gravy, ...How Did Your Favorite Dishes Fare in the Hall of Fame Voting?Washington City Paper (blog)all 2 news articles »
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If you're coming to DC, you need to stop by and get a half smoke! Production and Photography by David Phillipich Opening music by Har-You Percussion Group, downloaded from FreeMusicArchive.com www.phillipich.wordpress.com www.davidphillipich.com
Greater Greater WashingtonThen and Now: Ben's Chili BowlGreater Greater Washingtonby Allicia • December 7, 2009 3:30 pm Ben Ali, founder of Ben's Chili Bowl, passed away two months ago. Lines stretched out the door of the Ali family's ...
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Kodak Ektachrome 64T shot using an Eumig Nautica at 18fps. No wratten 85B filter was used on the front of the lens. Telecine was performed on a Moviestuff Workprinter XP with RGB control using a Canon XH-A1 for capture. I am REALLY pleased with how this camera shoots Ektachrome 64T.
Capitol Hill Summer 2009 Champions, Ben's Chili Bowl Bocce, donate their $1000 prize to the charity Teaching for Change at an event hosted by Nizam Ali at Ben's Next Door on U Street.
The Obama's and Bill Cosby aren't the only people who eat at Ben's Chili Bowl hahaha JoRob does too.. when they think i'm musiq soulchild lol www.JoRobIsMusic.com http
The Obama's and Bill Cosby aren't the only people who eat at Ben's Chili Bowl hahaha JoRob does too.. when they think i'm musiq soulchild lol www.JoRobIsMusic.com http
Ben Ali, owner of Ben's Chili Bowl passed away on Wednesday October 7th, 2009. Ben's Chili Bowl was and is a staple in the Washington DC area. This location has been successful since the 60's.. and has seen the city and the world change dramatically. Check out www.RoundupRussy.com for more stories like this
Ben Ali, owner of Ben's Chili Bowl passed away on Wednesday October 7th, 2009. Ben's Chili Bowl was and is a staple in the Washington DC area. This location has been successful since the 60's.. and has seen the city and the world change dramatically. Check out www.RoundupRussy.com for more stories like this
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Ali had been fighting off-and-on health issues. He had recently returned from a cruise with his wife, Virginia, City Paper reported.
"The Ali Family and all of th Ben's Chili Bowl and Ben's Next Door Family want to thank Ben Ali for leading this legacy
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OH NO THEY DIDN'T
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LOL, she got all the moves!
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...location (Dupont circle, Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights) you can have greasy empanadas wherever your drunk ass ends up! Ben’s Chili Bowl: Everyone knows that Ben’s is the ideal spot to indulge at after a long night-o-drinking. Chili, half smokes, and chili...
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Wonkette
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My wife and I visited DC this year and went to the famous Ben's Chili Bowl. It's a historical site. A restaurant that started over 51 years ago, it's black owned and operated is visited by people from Bill Cosby to the President: Barack Obama. It was cool check it out.
While filling in for a vacationing Donnie Simpson on 95.5 WPGC in DC, Frank Ski wanted to pay homage to one of DC's staple landmarks, the legendary Ben's Chili Bowl! Owner, Nizam Ali shared some of his family history dating back to 1958 and it was clear to see why an entire community has embraced Ben's Chili Bowl & the success that will carry the eatery for another 50 years!
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...in DC loves Ben’s Chili Bowl, the U Street landmark known for its half-smokes, mediocre chili, long lines and politician sightings. This past year, Ben’s opened up Next Door next door, an upscale bar and restaurant that serves generally delicious southern...
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Wonkette
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My Dad speaking on the US finally getting an African American President. This is an excerpt from ABC News. (Short Version)
My Dad speaking on the US finally getting an African American President. This is an excerpt from ABC News. (Long Version)
Inside Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington, DC....mmmmmmmm
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...Martis, along with Z-Man playing the Chipper Jones role. Q: Mr. Obama’s recent frequenting of renowned DC area eateries (Ben’s Chili Bowl, Ray’s Hellburger, etc.) seems to make the news with regularity … what’s the one place that he hasn’t been photo opped...
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Right Off Russell
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...legs of an obese meter maid with his pants falling down, around a zombie like FDR, or between the Lincoln Theater and Ben’s Chili Bowl. It’s an unforgiving 22 par course, with most holes set at an unrealistic par 2. Three are par 3 holes, including the most...
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DCist
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...American saloon, opened just in time for the inauguration, not to mention the worldwide fame of its iconic parent, Ben’s Chili Bowl, following President Obama’s visit. And though chef Rock Harper (of Hell’s Kitchen fame) has since departed to Alexandria’s...
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Zagat
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...“As-salaam alaikum. I’m out of the office this week, with limited access to e-mail and voicemail. Doing lunch at Ben’s Chili Bowl with President Obama and then headlining Meet the Press.” Your dad doesn’t have to be Kenyan to know that the half-smoke at Ben’s...
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The Root
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You can't get any closer to the DC action and the fabulous life of the Washingtonians and the Politicians than staying in this Historical Designated Townhome. Our Rates include Taxes, Linens, Cleaning Fee, Long Distance Telephone calls, and internet connections!!!!! Allow yourself to be introduced to two fabulously renovated, professionally decorated units in a federal style, historically designated row house in the famous U Street Corridor. Each unit can be rented separately as a one ...
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...into homebodies. The president’s only other post-election foray into this city’s restaurant circuit was a drop-by at Ben’s Chili Bowl for its famous chili dog. Michelle Obama, however, has been more active on the Washington food scene, with which she has...
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The Politico
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...Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily; brunch, Sun.; dinner entrees $18-$31 Ben’s Chili Bowl 1213 U St. N.W. (202) 667-0909 www.benschilibowl.com Breakfast, Mon.-Sat.; lunch and dinner daily; Ben’s Chili Dog $3.80 Kenny’s Smokehouse 732 Maryland Ave. N.E. (202)...
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The Politico
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...of D.C. Sports Bog. Get This Widget >> Anyone else think it was weird that when they were walking down the sidewalk to Ben's Chili Bowl, Lindsay was between Ben and Mehan? Not only that, but Meghan was forced to walk on the street while Lindsay was in the...
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The Washington Post
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...joint in its March issue with a list of the 10 best places to get chili from coast to coast. The magazine's picks: 1. Ben's Chili Bowl, 1213 U St. NW, Washington, D.C. 2. Joe Rogers' Original Recipe Chili Parlor, 820 S. Ninth St., Springfield, Ill We encourage...
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Hartford Courant
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...chili joint in its March issue with a list of the 10 best places to get chili from coast to coast. The magazine's picks are Ben's Chili Bowl, 1213 U St. NW, Washington D.C.; Joe Rogers' Original Recipe Chili Parlor, 820 S. Ninth St., Springfield, Ill.; Chili...
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Canoe
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PATRONS AT BENS CHILI BOWL TALK ABOUT HOW THEY FEEL ABOUT BARACK...
South Asians at Bens Chili Bowl: Bens Chili Bowl is a landmark DC restaurant that has been serving the community for the last 50 years. The interesting fact is that for nearly 2 decades now Pakistanis have played a major role in running the place. This story is about the integral role that South Asians play today in the American economy and society. Sarah Zaman Urdu VOA News Washington
CLIP FROM NEW MUSIC VEDIO BROUGHT THE FUNK CASTING CALL SET FOR END OF FEB 2009 WHERE? WASHINGTON DC CLUB INDULJ MORE INFO WWW.FLESHUNLINITED.BLOGSPOT.COM
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...here is CSTB’s Award Winning Pro Bowl Chilli Recipe : Ingredients :750 g of Sainsbury Lean Minced Beef 1 jar of Uncle Ben’s Hot Chili simmer the minced beef in a wok or non-combustible container until brown. drain the fat in a collander. remove half the beef...
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Can't Stop The Bleeding
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