Conde Nast Traveler (July 2010)
“Word of Mouth – The Rule Book – Feed your ego with a weekend in the world HQ that is Washington, DC”
Art and Soul recognized as ‘New Guard’ dinner date spot for southern-inspired fare and cocktails.

Conde Nast Traveler (May 2010)
“March on Washington”
Art and Soul highlighted as location for Oprah Winfrey’s inauguration episode and for First Lady Michelle Obama dining at the restaurant.

Urban Daddy (April 2010)
“Perfect Pair”
In exchange for one Hamilton, the Capitol Hill hangout will provide you one of seven small plates paired with an appropriate libation.

Washington Post Express (March 2010)
“New work of Art”
Art Smith talks about reversing his diabetes, losing 100 pounds, and provides tips on how to live a healthier lifestyle including his favorite Egg White Frittata recipe.

Washington Flyer (March 2010)
“Sublime Dining When my Southern routes come a callin.”
Chef Art Smith serves up mighty good hoecakes with house-cured salmon and caviar and a rockfish Chesapeake jambalaya with charred tomato sauce.

Washingtonian (January 2010)
“100 Best Restaurants” - Celebrity Chef Art Smith - formerly of Oprah Winfrey’s home kitchen – and his local deputy, Travis Timberlake, serve up feel-good food. Their renditions of classic Southern faire are both gussied up (an oyster po’boy turned into a hoecake) and faithful (simple fried chicken with white gravy).

Roll Call (November 2009)
“Hotel bars serve people-watching fun.”
Art and Soul offers tasty libations in a decidedly hip environment…the bar is peppered with funky furniture and has a lively vibe in the evenings

Washingtonian (October 2009)
“Best Bites Celebrity”
Chef Art Smith, Art and Soul’s goat-cheese drop biscuits, hoe cakes, and Chesapeake Bay Fry featured.

Washington Examiner (September 2009)
“Art and Soul chef grew up in the business”
Chef profile of Executive Chef Travis Timberlake.

Baltimore Magazine (August 2009)
“Hot Times in the City”
Few D.C. restaurants evoke Obama-aura more then lunch at chef Art Smith’s Art and Soul, a five-minute walk from the U.S. Capitol.

The Washington Post (August 2009)
“Happy Tails – Chic Treats on the Hill”
Among dog lovers Art and Soul is know for its Pooch Patio Menu.

Capitol File (Summer 2009)
“Dining by Décor”
Looking for an eatery with that perfect feel of modern feel and urban sophistication? Then look no further then restaurant-guru Art Smith’s first DC spot, serving regional cuisine with a Southern accent.

DC Modern Luxury (Summer 2009)
Art and Soul recognized as one of DC’s hottest local brunches.

Washingtonian (June 2009)
Capital Comment
Art and Soul featured as hosting First Lady Michelle Obama, First Mother-In-Law Marian Robinson and friends for lunch.

Metrocurean (June 2009)
“Crabs on the Hill”
All summer long Art and Soul hosts Crab and Beer Wednesday’s on the patio.

Food Arts (May 2009)
“Set a Place for The Prez”
Located in The Liaison Capitol Hill, Art and Soul is dominated by a gallery of black and white oil portraits by American artist Randy Slack that celebrate world leaders from Ghandi to President Obama – “liaisons in history that help bring people together.

Washingtonian (May 2009)
“Best Bites - Favorite Brunches”
Located in The Liaison Capitol Hill, Art and Soul is dominated by a gallery of black and white oil portraits by American artist Randy Slack that celebrate world leaders from Ghandi to President Obama – “liaisons in history that help bring people together.

The Washington Post (April 2009)
“Baby, That’s Good”
Art and Soul featured for hosting baby food making classes and The Liaison Capitol Hill featured for serving home-made baby food on the in-room dining menu.

Washington Flyer (January-February 2009)
“Empire Builders”
Art and Soul and chef Art Smith highlighted as DC restaurateurs adding on, building up and leading the next big thing in culinary hits.

MSNBC (January 2009)
Art and Soul featured as hosting Oprah’s inauguration special with Academy Award winning actor Forest Whitaker, Grammy award winning musician and songwriter Jon Bon Jovi, and Gayle King.

Food & Wine (January 2009)
“Mouthing Off: Good Food & Good Parties at the Inauguration”
Art and Soul hosts President Clinton, Top Chef Tom Colicchio, and local food pioneer Alice Waters during the inauguration.

Washingtonian (Januray 2009)
“The Guest List”
Chef Art Smith is featured as someone Washingtonian would most like to have over for drinks, good food, and conversation.