WASHINGTON, D.C. - Juniper at The Fairmont Washington, D.C. has added a modern twist to American comfort food by utilizing fresh, locally grown and sustainable ingredients in traditional favorites that guests identify with.  Executive Chef Jason Dalling kept his eyes on the increased popularity of comfort food trends while creating classic American menu offerings of delicious, old-time recipes with modern and artistic presentations.

Rather than appetizers, Chef Dalling has created a variety of “Small Plates” including Macaroni and Cheese made with Virginia and Maryland Creamery Cheeses with Ritz Cracker Crust; Pop Tarts made of Pennsylvania Mushrooms, seasonal Asparagus and local Brie and a duo of Tater Tots and Pigs in a Blanket with Chili Ketchup and locally smoked Cheddar.  Great for sharing, these dishes invoke warm childhood memories of Mom’s cooking.

Salads and sandwiches have been creatively updated using locally grown and sourced Ingredients.  A BLT Chopped Salad of Boston Lettuce vine ripened Tomatoes with crispy Bacon; Waldorf Salad with Cherry Wood Smoked Chicken and spring Mesclun Greens with candied Walnuts; Grilled Ham and Pleasant Ridge Cheddar Cheese and Atlantic Lobster Roll, Pancetta, Heirloom Tomato, White Truffle Crème Fraiche are just a sampling of Chef Dalling’s innovative yet familiar dishes.

Artistically presented entrées titled “Large Plates” include Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes, Corn and Potato Succotash, organic Mache, Mustard and Dill Aioli; baked Cauliflower Casserole, Tofu Bacon, Truffle Oil; organic Beef Tenderloin Pot Roast, New Potatoes, Ciopollini Onions and Rockfish and Chips, Cajun Cornmeal Crust and hand cut Fries are all artistically presented.

Desserts are contemporary versions of mother’s after dinner treats.  Executive Pastry Chef Aron Weber’s house-made Ice Creams accompany such classics as Rhubarb Pie, Brownie Sundaes, Chocolate Fudge Slice and Strawberry Shortcake. A miniature dessert sampler, Sorbets and thick, creamy Milk Shakes are hard to resist, and may prove be the most comforting and tempting of all.

Located in The Fairmont Washington, D.C. at 2401 M Street, N.W., Juniper serves breakfast lunch and dinner daily from 6:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m.  For reservations, guests may visit The Fairmont Washington, D.C., and Juniper online at www.fairmont.com/washington or call by calling (202) 457-5020.

The Fairmont Washington, D.C., located in the city's fashionable West End, is convenient to the finest museums, theaters (including the Kennedy Center), shopping and dining.  Close to two metro stations, it is five miles from Reagan National Airport and 33 miles from Dulles International Airport.  At 415 rooms and luxury suites, The Fairmont Washington, D.C. offers a wealth of facilities while maintaining an air of tranquility insured through the design of intimate spaces, plenty of natural daylight, and a cascade of plants both inside and out.