“We will round out the oil and vinegar offerings with other gourmet products such as sea salts, and handcrafted spice blends,” says the boutique founder, Renee Farr. She goes on to say “We did extensive research on the concept and toured multiple sites before signing a lease in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.” She plans to be open by April and has a long history of running small successful businesses.

Robert Tack, CEO of Capital Retail Group represented the tenant and Kitty Kaup, a Principal at Stanton Development represented the landlord. Kitty Kaup, states “The building at 660 Pennsylvania Avenue is in the heart of Capitol Hill surrounded by an affluent professional population providing Sapore with the density essential to their success.”

Even though the Washington DC and Northern Virginia area has several oil and vinegar themed shops, Robert Tack says there will always be a place for niche specialty stores offering a strong value in the marketplace. “Any retail competition is fierce but, by nature, her store appeals to the tastes and interests of a specific affluent demographic. Stores such as Sapore are smaller and easier to navigate and virtually their entire collection is comprised of unique oil and vinegars that cannot be found in other area stores.” He stated, “The store footprint is just under 1,000 square feet which keeps rent very manageable yet Sapore has good visibility on Pennsylvania Ave and is just steps away from Eastern Market,” explains Robert Tack of Capital Retail Group. He adds, “Renee did extensive research in the preparation and design of Sapore.”

“Our hope is the videos will make the leasing process a little less mysterious,” Robert Tack, owner of Capital Retail Group said. “Finding and leasing retail space is one of the biggest investments a retailer will make, yet many don’t know what the process is really like.” The video interviews are meant to shed light on the search and leasing process that goes into finding a successful retail storefront while also serving as a way to connect with past clients and see how the results have impacted their business.

The first of several videos were done at the new home of Central Properties located in the U street neighborhood of Washington DC. Capital Retail Group’s own Robert Tack, who helped find the space and negotiate the business terms for Central Properties, interviewed the owner Paul Sliwka. “It was great to go back and talk with Paul about his space and experiences,” Robert said. “As retail leasing agents, we create these very long lasting leases for our clients, but then after we’re finished we don’t always get to hear about how it impacted their business lives.”

Robert Tack, along with the crew from Capital Retail Group, returned to Central Properties after they opened for business. Because of the video interview, Robert was able to learn that Paul and his team enjoyed using their conference room and added a second floor. “If we hadn’t come back, we wouldn’t have learned the clients were as happy as they were with our help,” Robert Tack said.

The video interview is the first of many slated for distribution by Capital Retail Group in the coming months. Capital Retail Group’s videos interview with retailers can be watched here.

Indeed, video has killed the radio star

 Bella Bridesmaid is located on the second floor at 8001 Wisconsin Avenue in Bethesda MD. Robert Tack CEO of Capital Retail Group represented the tenant and David Machlin of CBRE represented the landlord in this transaction.

The store footprint is 1,000 square feet which keeps rent very manageable yet Bella Bridesmaid has access to a beautiful 2nd floor outdoor terrace which Lacey has smartly used for special events. Lacey did extensive research in the preparation and design of Bella Bridesmaid. We recently stopped by their store to check. See Bella Bridesmaid in action.

A-Deli, which currently operates a location in Herndon, will offer breakfast and lunch featuring an Italian-American menu, offering diverse options such as lasagna, meatball and cheese sandwiches, Italian hoagies, and cheese steaks. The deli focuses on fresh, hot items and makes everything daily.

“Our customers want fresh food but are also very conscientious about how much they’re spending for lunch,” says Aarun Kapoor of A-Deli, so most menu items are less than $7.00.

The privately owned deli chain was founded more than 10 years ago by Kawal Kapoor, and remains a family business. “We decided to come to NoMa because it’s the next emerging business center,” he said. “With all the new tenants moving in like the Department of Justice and NPR, we know there will be a need for more lunch options.” A-Deli will open its second location in NoMa; they plan to expand further in 2012.

Capital Retail Group and LeDroit Park Development Company are leasing the 8,000 SF retail building constructed by the U.S. General Services Administration adjacent to the new headquarters of the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). The retail building, featuring outdoor seating and direct access to Metro, is open to the public.

“A-Deli will provide great synergy with the other amenities at the ATF retail building,” said Robert Tack of Capital Retail Group. Added Carla Merritt of LeDroit Park Development Company “Kawal has a great track record and the experience needed to make this store a success.”