Traditionally celebrated on Christmas Eve in Latin American cultures, Noche Buena is a merry late-night feast that usually takes places after midnight mass. Anju is hosting its own version tonight, December 19, with festive cocktails and delicious food by guest chefs Matt Conroy and Isable Coss (from Lutèce and Pascual), plus Ismael Mendez (Qui Qui DC). Doors open for the special event at 10 p.m., with food available till midnight and cocktails, featuring drink sponsors Mijenta Tequila and Don Q Rum, served till 1 a.m. The vent is first-come-first-served, with plenty of early walk-ups welcome. Be on the lookout for Noche Buena specials across D.C. on Christmas Eve, like duck confit tamales at El Presidente, incorporating mole poblano, sesame seeds, Mexican crema, watercress, grilled persimmon, and pickled red onion 1805 18th Street NW