Food & Beverage

JellyBelly setup a wall of jelly-bean-filled plastic dispensers, a trend among the candy companies.

In the patio area of the main party, Marc Thuet (pictured, left) doused a roasting bison with bourbon. Throughout the night, guests had the opportunity to watch the chef prepare and serve the bison from seats on the patio.

Guests helped themselves to candy stuffed in birthday party grab bags.

The Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington's 30th annual Rammy awards Sunday at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel drew 1,500 chefs, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and other industry members. Planners reconfigured the layout, and the new setup allowed for a better crowd flow throughout the night’s three portions.