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In conversation, “spill the tea” means to tell “an especially juicy bit of gossip.” In Old Town Alexandria, it refers to locals’ favorite bubble tea shop. With iced or slush options, Spill the Tea’s drinks are as aesthetically pleasing as they are delicious. From their namesake “Spill the Tea” (a blend of oolong tea, passionfruit, and dragon…
Getting ready for a new season is always a process, one that should include cleaning out your closet. In order to prepare for the impending cooler weather, spend some time organizing your wardrobe. Follow these steps to make the process simple. Gather your materials. Before you get started, take stock of what you need. Maybe bins…
Press pause on that cute cat video, and check this out. Mount Purrnon, Alexandria’s first and only cat café, is now open. Now you can visit with and love on some cats in real life, and enjoy a little drink or bite to eat while you do it. Mount Purrnon’s goal is to find loving…
“What a delight!” writes one Yelp reviewer of The Warehouse, a New Orleans–inspired steak and seafood restaurant in the heart of nearby Old Town Alexandria. “Eggs Benedict, French toast and other entrees were served with strawberries and cream or champagne. All food was cooked to perfection and came out quickly.” That brunch experience is just a glimpse…
The world is changing rapidly right now, and the constant onslaught of news might be making it hard for you to unwind—especially if your home has suddenly become your workspace, too. One surefire way to recharge is to watch some good, old-fashioned mindless TV. Here are a few solid options to stream. Arrested Development An…
Since 2013, when Fairfax County completed a massive restoration project along the Wolftrap Stream, Wildwood Park and Trail in Vienna has become one of the area's most treasured thoroughfares among walkers, runners, and cyclists. The paved, mostly flat half-mile stretch of wooded trail is an ideal spot for young ones just starting to learn how to ride,…
For over 100 years, Swing’s Coffee has been a staple of the DC coffee scene. Most notably in recent years, Swing’s has made itself known through its Alexandria location, which is home to the brand’s roasting facility, coffee bar, cupping center, and more. The Swing’s Coffee Alexandria Roastery features passionate coffee experts who are ready to help…