For Chef Fredy Garcaguirre, French cuisine and modern American fare make the perfect pair. In Brabo’s he enlists ingredients from Virginia’s own farmers and food purveyors to recreate French dishes with a distinctly American twist. The fusion cuisine has made Brabo a popular spot for brunch and dinner alike. If you stop in for weekend…
This time of year, you’re probably looking for as many excuses as possible to spend time outside in the sunshine. The Second Annual Alexandria Old Town Springtime Art Festival presents a perfect opportunity since it will be held in the fresh air of John Carlyle Square. On May 14th and 15th, the community square will…
During a tumultuous time for even established eateries, newly minted Chewish Deli actually thrived. Debuting as a food truck smack dab in the middle of March 2020, the deli actually built up a huge following over the past two years—such a following, in fact, it was able to recently open a brick and mortar location…
Looking for a fun, laid-back spot to meet friends for happy hour? Look no further than The Majestic. Every weekday you can snag discounts on small bites, spirits, cocktails, and other adult libations right after the end of your workday. It’s a great day to regroup and unwind after a particularly grueling 9-to-5. Start by…
While we should be kind to our planet every single day of the year, Earth Day is a special reminder to really pay attention to taking care of our planet. Earth Day is recognized as the largest secular holiday in the world. For anyone looking for ways to be an active participant in Earth Day…
OK, it isn’t spring yet, but we are going to chat about Spring cleaning! The Spruce discusses six helpful tips on how you can better kickstart your spring season with a clean house. Spring cleaning is a common practice that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the often…
Want to experience a different culture without hopping on a plane? Head to Vaso’s Kitchen for dinner. The chef is an expert when it comes to traditional Greek cuisine, so sitting down for a meal will be almost like dining seaside in Mykonos—just without that pricey international plane fare. If you’re not sure where to…
Whether you head to T.J. Stone’s on a chilly end-of-winter kind of day or a warm early-spring day, you’ll have a comfy space to enjoy its casual cuisine and libations. On a brisk day, stay inside by the crackling fireplace. On a sunny afternoon, head outside to the covered patio for your lunch. Either way,…
Chef Rollin Amore grew up in the kitchen watching his nona craft Italian gelato and his oma make Bavarian custards. When he eventually had a family of his own, he passed on that intergenerational love of international sweets to his daughters, Alexandra and Mimi. As he traveled throughout Asia, he’d pick up new flavors to…
If you’re looking for a way to brighten up your significant other’s day, treat them to a surprise from Bloom Fresh Flowers—like the Carroll. Like all of its contemporary bouquets, this arrangement is a stunner. Bold green aspidistra leaves swirl around the inside of the short cylinder vase, creating a dramatic effect even before you…
