A freshly smashed and grilled patty of 100% certified Angus beef capped with gooey pepper jack, cheddar cheese, and grilled Anaheim chiles on a toasted spicy chipotle bun. Sound like a burger from a swanky restaurant? It’s actually one of the special features currently being slung fast-food-style at Smashburger, which just opened a new outpost…

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Joint Custody has been around for 10 years, and in that time it’s earned a strong following among D.C.’s audiophiles. That’s largely thanks to the passionate staff, who know just about everything there is to know about their ever-changing inventory. They’re also the ones who score vintage records and cassettes you can’t find anywhere else…

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With its shorter days and dipping temperature, the fall season reinvigorates our desire for cozy, welcoming spaces. Here are a few tips to help you bring autumn into your apartment—in the snuggliest, comfiest way possible. Toss up some twinkle lights. Twinkle lights instantly create a cozy vibe within your home, transforming a simple space into…

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Pizzas are fresh from the wood-fired oven. Zucchini and summer squash are harvested from nearby fields. Beer crafted in D.C.-based breweries. These are just a few of the things that you’ll find at Old City Market and Oven. Part grocery store, part eatery, part gift shop, it has just about everything you could need. What’s…

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Before the internet took hold, Second Story Books and Antiques boasted six locations all across Maryland. Now that it operates largely online, you’re lucky to live near one of the only remaining outposts of this book store, which is known far and wide as among the biggest used and rare bookstores in the entire world.…

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Planning a camping trip this summer? Getting outdoors is a fun and safe option for a couples’ or a family vacation, but you’ll fare better if you’re prepared! Here are a few tips for newbies. Know your options. You don’t have to dive right into tent camping if you’re a novice! Many campsites offer alternatives…

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Can you think of any better way to enjoy a balmy summer night than grabbing a drink with friends on a beautiful patio? If your answer was a resounding “no,” let La Jambe host your next happy hour. Twinkling lights hang over its inviting sidewalk dining area, setting the stage for a fun evening with…

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When you have a special occasion to celebrate, get all gussied up and head to the new Truluck’s on K Street. The chain has been around since 1992, but it only recently debuted a stunning new location near your front door. Just like the many sister eateries, this branch requires its patrons to adhere to…

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Summer has finally arrived after what probably felt like a very long season of cold and rain. To celebrate, add some spice to your space! Here are a few ideas to make your abode feel super summery. When in doubt, go with white hues. Whether you’re picking a new tablecloth, duvet, or gauzy curtains for…

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Take-out pizza is good, and jarred pasta sauce will get the job done at dinner time. But when you’re ready for an authentic Italian meal, turn to Capa Tosta. This newly opened restaurant in the Columbia Heights neighborhood has real, classic Italian food, prepared with fresh ingredients and utilizing tried-and-true recipes. The hard decision will…

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