I stopped by Batter Bowl Bakery (403 H Street) for an early lunch one recent steamy morning. Due to the heat, I wanted something light. I settled on the Eighth Street ($6.25, served with a salad of mixed greens), which is an open-faced sandwich with hummus, chick peas, green pepper, garlic, scallions, capers, avocado, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and fresh cracked pepper (on freshly baked bread). Light and refreshing, it might just be the perfect summer meal.
