If your Thanksgiving looked a little bit different last year, this November is the perfect time to get back to tradition! First things first, sign up for the Vienna Turkey Trot. It’s back in person for 2021 and set to take place on Sunday, November 21st, the weekend before Thanksgiving. That means you can participate without overextending yourself on Thanksgiving…
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Nov
09
2021
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit last year, the owners of Kamayan Fiesta, Filipino Asian American Cuisine could’ve scrapped their idea for a new restaurant. Instead, they quickly changed their approach. They debuted as a takeout-only eatery serving up authentic Filipino fare, and gained enough traction (and five-star reviews) to make it through a difficult first few months.…
Nov
09
2021
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on all the things that we have to be grateful for. It’s a joyous time, but for those who are hosting the biggest feast of the year, it can also be a stressful occasion—but it doesn’t have to be! If you’ll be hosting…
Oct
05
2021
Enjoy a rustic winery experience just minutes from your apartment!! At Rocklands Farm Winery, located in Poolesville, explore 34-acre grounds of the historic farm as you sip on handcrafted Maryland wines. The winery sits on an authentic, historical working farm. Rocklands Farm was founded in 2010 and began as a working farm producing pasture-raised meats…
Oct
05
2021
Shopping in Tysons Corner Center? Follow the scent of coffee to get to Shotted Specialty Coffee! A kiosk-turned-storefront, Shotted Specialty Coffee is a local coffee shop serving the community with fresh coffee, pastries, and sweets. Many say it’s a gem conveniently located in the middle of the mall. The specialty coffee shop provides unique and…
Oct
05
2021
If the mess of carving a jack-o’-lantern doesn’t really appeal to you, but having some fall fun does, try one of these alternatives to your traditional Halloween decoration. Nail polish pumpkins. Don’t have a fully stocked craft cabinet? No problem! Nail polish pumpkins make use of beauty supplies you have stowed in the bathroom. Use…
Jun
29
2021
Get your sweet tooth on at Sweetbites Cafe & Bakery! They offer endless desserts and a few savory items to choose from on their menu, and coffee and smoothies as well. Cookies, biscuits, muffins, scones, cupcakes, cakes, and so much more! You’ll find the best treats in one place and all baked to perfection. Everything is…
Jun
25
2021
As the days grow longer and warmer, trying to beat the heat can feel more and more like an impossible task. For a dose of waterfront breeze that’s closer to home, you need only head to Great Falls Park. As it rushes through Mather Gorge, the Potomac falls along the rocks with the cool breeze you…
Jun
11
2021
They say the easiest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so it’s only fitting that a day devoted to dad would be full of delicious things to eat. And when the food surprises his taste buds with unique flavor combinations and unexpected ingredients? Even better! This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a…
May
28
2021
Whether you’re daydreaming of goat yoga or your very own aquarium, one of the most amazing experiences in your life will be the time you get to spend with animals. With a trip to Roer’s Zoofari, you can enjoy that sort of awe-inspiring experience close to home. From a self-driven safari or walking experience to an…