Dining Out in the Neighborhood (and a review of La Strada in Del Ray)
As we begin One Local Summer this week, it’s a good prompt to remember to eat locally when dining out as well. Family-owned, independent restaurants are struggling in this economy, and don’t have the...
View ArticleObama Kids in the Neighborhood
“Who Wore It Better?”, Dairy Godmother frozen custard edition … (left, the boy, 10.29.07. right, Sasha Obama, 6.20.09)
View ArticleAmerica’s Next Farmers Market Star?
The Foodie Tot is not the only one excited about the opportunity to profess his love for the markets during National Farmers Market Week. There are not one but two separate online contests underway...
View ArticleAt Market: Simple Tomato Gazpacho
At the Alexandria Markets: We’ve returned to our Alexandria farmers markets after our recent travels, and witnessed that unequivocal sign of seasons changing from summer to fall in the peaches and...
View ArticleSouthern Comfort at Evening Star Cafe
We may live in (Northern) Virginia, but aside from my occasional, tongue-in-cheek “y’all,” we haven’t adopted too many Southern mannerisms. But every once in a while, you just get a craving for...
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