It’s the last weeks of summer! This means school is starting back up soon. Perhaps, some children are already back in school. But, as always, going back to school is a big transition. No matter the age of your kids, going back to school can cause mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety. For young kids,…
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APoetNamedNate—AKA APNN—has earned national acclaim for his talents as an artist. His recently released book Anticipational Love Poems showcases just one aspect of his artistry. He’s also a skilled musician, producer, filmmaker, and event host. So he’s an obvious choice to emcee the Pop-Up & Poetry night coming up on Friday, September 23rd. It’s part…
The pizzas at Boogy & Peel are designed to be shared, but no one will judge you if you decide to save one all for yourself. That’s because they’re creative and delicious. Even the “basic” marinara pizza is something special. It starts with a crispy 13-inch crust, upon which the chef layers red sauce, garlic…
August is the last full month of Summer, so make it a celebration! Make every day a holiday! August is not filled with annual celebratory days. No Labor Day, Memorial Day, or 4th of July long weekend to party with your friends and family. But no fret! There are plenty of holidays and reasons to…
Albi specializes in Levantine cuisine with a focus on seasonal ingredients. That’s most apparent when you sit down for its tasting menu entitled “sofra.” It’s billed as a “semi-improvisational tasting menu” that changes constantly to reflect the season and the creativity of the chef. Of course, you’re always welcome to sit down at the bar…
Pitting the totally tubular against all that and a bag of chips! The radical to the max against those gettin’ jiggy with it! Call them bogus or tell them to talk to the hand! It's the 80s vs the 90s! That’s right on Tuesday, August 16th at 5:30 pm, the DC Fray and ‘80s Babies…
What inspires Lutece’s chef? The answer is two-fold: classic French cuisine and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. These two elements converge in his kitchen in an explosion of delicious flavors, from the sourdough focaccia with cultured butter to the rhubarb cheese tart with lemon balm. Pick and choose which dishes you want to enjoy or let…
The Smithsonian American Art Museum—AKA “SAAM”—is known far and wide for its collection of national treasures. What you might not realize, however, is that the Smithsonian’s gallery architects see art as much more than just paintings and sculpture. They recognize the artistic integrity of video games both new and old, as well. That’s why they…
As June 19th comes around the corner once again, it’s time to plan an extra special Father’s Day celebration. No matter who you are celebrating Father’s Day for, these Father’s Day gift ideas are thoughtful, creative, and can even be done last minute! Create your own scrapbook. There's nothing better than a homemade, one-of-a-kind scrapbook…
Whether you’re looking to dip a toe into the world of plant-based eating or just want to meet some new people, the Vegan Dinner and Social is for you! On Wednesday, June 8th the event comes to Hidden Gem, not far from our Chevy Chase apartments, for a casual evening of enjoying meat-free food and…