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‘The Real Housewives of Potomac‘ season 4 is in full swing, and while the ladies are gearing up to tape their reunion in a matter of weeks, two of it’s stars have just given the ladies something juicy to talk about.

According to reports, Ashley and Michael Darby are closing their Australian cuisine themed restaurant ‘Oz‘ after this weekend. The restaurant has had it’s share of good and bad times since it’s debut in 2015 including mixed reviews on the food and internal drama that has played out on the show.

However, in a statement issued by the couple, they reveal that the closing of the restaurant has nothing to do with the show or any real drama–but more to do with the imminent arrival of their first child who is set to arrive any day now.

Michael and Ashley Darby announce, with regret, that they have decided to close Oz Restaurant and Bar. As you all know, both Michael and Ashley are involved in multiple businesses and are expecting a baby boy in the very near future. They have decided that there was just not enough time to dedicate the right amount of time to raising their son and continuing to run the restaurant.

‘It has been four years since the restaurant opened and we have had the best employees anyone could ask for and we have made so many new friends who have patronized Oz.’ said Ashley.

‘I’m sad to see my little slice of Australia disappear but I have so many good memories of people enjoying the Australian experience at Oz. We are replacing one Aussie baby with a new one-half Aussie baby.’ said Michael.

Oz will serve its last meal this Sunday with an extended brunch. Please come in this weekend to say goodbye.

We’re sure this will absolutely come up at the season 4 reunion! Stay tuned.

 

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It is with regret that Michael and Ashley Darby announce the closing of Oz Restaurant & Bar this Sunday, June 30, 2019. While Michael and Ashley are both involved in multiple business ventures and are expecting their first child in the coming weeks, they have made the difficult decision to close the restaurant. . “It has been nearly four years since we opened Oz Restaurant & Bar. We have been privileged to work alongside the best employees anyone could have asked for. We thank our staff, partners, vendors, customers, family and friends who have all made Oz Restaurant & Bar an amazing dining destination and a significant part of the Clarendon community over the past several years,” shares Ashley Darby. . Oz co-owner and Australia-native, Michael Darby, adds, “I am sad to say goodbye to my little slice of Australia, but I am thankful to have created so many amazing memories with our staff and customers who were able to enjoy the Australian experience at Oz. We are replacing one Aussie baby with a new Aussie baby, as we prepare to welcome our little boy.” . Oz Restaurant & Bar will close following brunch service this Sunday. Oz owners and staff welcome everyone to stop by in the coming days to celebrate Oz in true Aussie fashion.

A post shared by Oz Restaurant & Bar (@ozarlington) on Jun 25, 2019 at 11:16am PDT