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L'Academie de Cuisine: Teaching good food

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

Everyone should be able to cook at least five recipes by heart and prepare one entire meal from appetizer to dessert. If you're lacking those abilities, or want to just learn a new style of cooking, fear not. L'academie de Cuisine, or Academy of Cooking for non-francophiles, offers cooking classes for all levels with emphasis in French techniques, whether you're looking to pursue a degree and career, or just to master enough to impress some friends or a date.

George Washington Masonic Memorial: A brotherhood of mystery

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

If you've read Dan Brown's latest book, you'll be quite familiar with the existence of the Washington Masonic memorial in Alexandria, Va. You'll probably even be able to pinpoint its location (by the Metro) and wonder if there's some cryptic messaging lurking around it (not as mysterious and religious as Brown made it). It is a grand point in Alexandria, and its historic background are a good introduction to Old Town.

Cork Wine Bar: Pouring a 'wineological' trend

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

What better way to gentrify a former prostitution/ drug strip than to place a wine bar there? That's what the befittingly-named Cork did, signifying the start of the end to Logan Circle's sketchy neighborhood into the latest scenester in Washington. Cork is as one expects from a wine bar: a low-key atmosphere, where it's very normal to drink wine, a minimalist-chic d cor with straight lines and bottles displayed on the wall, knowledgeable bartenders who also give the impression that wine is very

Sushi Taro: A courtly Japanese ritual

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

Sushi Taro is a true cultural dining experience. Besides having sushi that is extremely fresh and a lunch menu that's among the tastiest around Dupont Circle, Sushi Taro is so much more than just a really good Japanese restaurant. It is a genuinely elegant ancient court cuisine mixed with the simplicity of Buddhist fare. This concept is known as Kaiseki, designed to taste the natural flavors of food at its peak of freshness.

What Would Your Perfect Life Look Like?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

While I think we all have our fantasies, I think that we also have dreams that are well within reach. I think this because I just quit my full-time, great-paying, flexible job with benefits at a dog-friendly office to spend thousands of dollars on an education that has nothing to do with my bachelor s degree.

Annapolis, Maryland: America's Sailing Town

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

Situated at the Chesapeake Bay, separating the wondrous Eastern Shore from the rest of the country, Annapolis, Maryland, is the flagship bayside city for those looking to get away for an afternoon from Washington.

Great Spots for DC Wedding Pictures

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

Here are some quintessential Washington sites and neighborhoods to set the shot for a DC wedding couple.

The French Apartment: Shabby Chic and French, Georgetown-Style

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

Located in Georgetown, The French Apartment is a little shabby-chic shop that sells eclectic, unique decorative pieces with a haute French effort to dress up any Georgetown rowhouse.

Wolf Trap: Washington's favorite picnic

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

As the summer season makes its way around the corner, Washingtonians, too, like to head to the great outdoors and relax on a hot night under the stars. Throw in a picnic, a bottle of wine, and some live music, and you ve got the perfect evening right at Wolf Trap in Northern Virginia.

Cleveland Park: Washington's first suburb

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

A quiet residential part of Washington draws appeal to young couples, families and others who prefer more affordable living within walking distance to the Metro. Some call it charming and others suggest it's boring," but its residents would prefer to keep the perception of both to maintain its boring charm. That's Cleveland Park, a tree-lined section in the Northwest quadrant north of the Zoo and south of the National Cathedral, a world of its own.

Top Washington Gardens

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

You can join the mobs that take over the tidal basin and parts of the National Mall, where the pink flowers, water and white marble memorials make for some of the best postcards produced of Washington gardens. But if you want to wander without being overwhelmed or having other people in your pictures, try some new (and lesser traveled) parts for your own spring viewing.

Capital Bikeshare: Wheeling around Washington

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

Capital Bikeshare encourages biking through its inexpensive program and saving the hassle of maintaining and storing a bike of your own.

Kooper's Tavern - where everyone (and their dog) knows your name

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

Kooper s Tavern is the quintessential Baltimore restaurant: good food, good beer, Orioles/ Ravens on TV, bartenders and wait staff who know your name, view of the harbor upstairs and its ships that sail by and a faint aura of Old Bay floating in the air. There s also a touch of class (especially evident in its ingredients and menu) involved that makes it acceptable and inviting to bring out-of-towners and parents to seek out this local stop.

Foggy Bottom: DC's Oldest Settlement

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

The Foggy Bottom Washington DC neighborhood enjoys a waterfront, views of the National Mall and the start of Rock Creek Park, with its winding paths and park system.

Zaytinya: Mega-Mezze Mediterranean at Washington's Gallery Place

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

Inside this sleek, modern restaurant is a whole lot of tradition from worlds far away: specifically, the Mediterranean. Zaytinya, located near Chinatown among a row of office buildings, is a great hideaway and a good alternative to the typical soup-and-sandwich lunch option.

Washington Monument: The flagship memorial to America's Father

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

Both the world's tallest stone structure and the world's tallest obelisk, the Washington Monument for 125 years has served as the primary memorial to America s Founding Father and first president.

Dupont Circle Fresh Farm Market: Washington eats fresh

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

Every Dupont resident knows the drill: Sunday morning, grab your responsibly reusable tote bag and coffee, plenty of cash, don some yoga pants and flip-flops (if it's warm out) and head off to the farmers' market to support your local farms while persuing the hard-to-resist amount of fresh fruits and vegetables currently in season. Sure, sometimes the prices are a little higher than you'd plan to pay for a pound of tomatoes, but they were grown with love and without pesticides, so it may just be

Silver Spring Maryland: A Sparkle by the D.C. Line

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

The other Maryland suburb of Washington, Silver Spring Maryland is a blend of urban downtown and parks, apartment city living and sprawling suburban homes.

I m Supposed to be Skinny

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Naturally skinny people do exist. And while I hated it as a child, as I got older, I began to feel grateful for this genetic gift. Then came pregnancy.

Hillwood Museum: Art, Gardens and Bourgeois Lifestyle in Northwest D.C.

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

The Hillwood museum is a large estate with its own name, acres of gardens and a sumptuous collection of domestic and foreign art.

Top Places for Washington Concerts and Picnics

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Nothing beats summer like a picnic and listening to Washington concerts under the stars. The greater Washington, DC area has its fair share of such concerts, ranging in tunes from classical and jazz to Broadway and pop.

Historic Homes for DC Weddings

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

The blooming of the cherry tree blossoms marks the start of Washington DC weddings going into season. And what better place to get married than at one of the city's many historic homes?

Teak Wood: "Wat" a lot of Thai

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Logan Circle's newest addition, a spacious Thai restaurant with incredible d cor resembling a wat (Thai temple), brings a hip atmosphere to the neighborhood. Teak Wood, named for Thailand's favorite building material, clears out what was once a popular place to conduct drug and prostitution negotiations. As a result, 14th Street is now officially the coolest places in Washington, and Teak Wood is another example of the city's culinary demands for more diverse foods and fashionable places to be.

Outdoor Drinks in DC

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Drinks in DC are best consumed outside, accented with twinkling strings of lights or glowing tealights, in a summer frock or short-sleeves, with a hint of Washington humidity hovering overhead. After all, that's why we're drinking in the first place to cool down and to slow down.

Kramerbooks and Afterwords book store & caf : Where Washington reads and debates

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Picture the perfect place in a movie for two intellectuals who meet in a bookshop and then debate philosophy over a cup of coffee, and you would choose Kramerbooks and Afterwords caf for your setting. Except that this popular Dupont Circle bookshop is filled with actual literati and bookworms, and anyone who just loves spending an afternoon browsing among the shelves.

Washington National Airport: D.C. s Across-the-Potomac Airport

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Washington National Airport, less than 4 miles from the city center, is by far the region's nearest and easiest airport if you re heading into Washington itself.

Lucasville School: A lesson in cultural history

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

One of the first schools for children of color is now restored and ready for viewing.

Q West Nails: keeping your feet and wallet happy

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:53:42 GMT

Beauty doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Just a hand and a foot or all, if you're going for the Q-West mani-pedi special. The neighborhood nail salon is one of those where people who just want nice nails for a nice price will find themselves, happily buzzing away in a massage chair while having their feet and hands smoothed into silk. Though the price isn't as dirt-cheap as some may have experienced in cities like Los Angeles or New York, it's fairly decent for Washington, D.C.

Harry's Tap Room: Pentagon City's organic restaurant

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:53:42 GMT

Harry's Tap Room fits into the Pentagon City scene perfectly. Its laid-back, after-work beers and festive weekend brunches makes it a perfect setting for the young, yuppie neighborhood, along with its focus on organic food. And like most of Arlington, Harry's Tap Room is clean, bright and modern, with earth-tones and d cor.

Charles Sumner School: An Education in American Public Education

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:53:42 GMT

Located unassumingly on the corner of M and 17th streets in Northwest D.C., the brick, three-story Charles Sumner School is unquestionably a historic building among the modern offices surrounding it.

Grand Central DC: Where DC's 20-somethings convene

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:53:42 GMT

Here's a ubiquitous bar/ restaurant in the middle of the Adams Morgan strip, an undefined existence of bar food and drinks, party scene and quiet drink spot. Themed like the DC Metro but serving bar favorites like the infamous Adams Morgan scene, Grand Central seems to be a good meeting point for several customer types when it comes to drinking, eating and general hanging out.

Georgetown: Washington's epicenter of society

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

Georgetown is the quintissential neighborhood used to envision pictures of Washington, D.C. living. Brick townhouses with colonial shutters and gas lamps on brick-paved sidewalks line the streets, and women in sweater sets and pearls enjoy leisurely lunch and tea while chatting private schools and politics. It's an exclusive part of the District, so exclusive you can't reach it by Metro. Yet so many locals and tourists manage to find their way into the neighborhood, trolling M Street's shops and

Julia's Empanadas: Late-Night South American Staples

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

Julia's Empanadas is a Dupont Circle late-night staple (and Adams Morgan, and Columbia Heights and Brightwood), well-known to revelers in their 20s home from a hard night in the clubs.

Buffalo Billiards: Dupont's Playroom

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

There's nothing like a low-key evening of games and drinks with friends and acquaintanances, both of which can be accomplished at Buffalo Billiards, Dupont Circle's spacious bunion of a bar.

DC YMCA: Where Washington Exercises

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

It's important for Washingtonians to stay fit when they're chasing down votes or support for all their different causes. And there's no place quite like a seven-story DC YMCA, where many can be found running on the treadmill while watching CNN.

The Admiral Fell Inn: Historic Boutique Hotel

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

The Admiral Fell Inn is a historic place, where some say ghosts lurk, but others (particularly hotel guests) believe otherwise. Once a ship chandlery, among other things, the place has been renovated into a boutique hotel.

Curbside Cupcakes: Washingtonians seek out The Cupcake Truck!

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

Here is a genius idea: selling cupcakes from a truck! Now the swirl of buttercream frosting on top of uber-rich cakey goodness comes to you, and all you have to do is look out the window for the cupcake truck and run down, probably with a post-it note of orders from your co-workers, to wait on the never-ending line to pick up cupcakes and bring them back for some bonus points with your colleagues -- and your boss.

National Air & Space Museum: The most visited museum in the world

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

From the original Wright Brothers flying machine to Captain Kirk s legendary U.S.S. Enterprise, there s a reason why the National Air & Space Museum is the most popular museum on the planet.

The Great Gadsby: Alexandria's landmark

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:54:40 GMT

Gadsby's Tavern is a prime example of how bars literally served a prominent role in shaping American history. This tavern existed before the United States did, starting as a different business in 1749 and changing names, owners and purposes (including a law office, auction house and hospital). Today, it is a functioning restaurant and museum showcasing life in Alexandria around the time of the Revolutionary War.

Sette Osteria: Cozy Wood-Burning Pizza

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:54:40 GMT

For some of the tastier gourmet pizzas in the northwest quadrant, visit Sette Osteria, a wood-firing Neapolitan kitchen in Dupont Circle.

Old Town Alexandria: Then and Now

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:54:40 GMT

One of the most historic and popular places to visit in the Washington area, Old Town Alexandria has maintained much of its federalist charm through architecture, museums and landmarks. Its location on the Potomac, between Capitol Hill and Mt. Vernon, serves as a popular stopping point for tourists and for cyclists on the Mt. Vernon Trail. It was and continues to be a bustling city center for businesses, restuarants and residents.

Politics and Prose Washington: A Bookshop to Stay

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:54:40 GMT

Whoever said the traditional bookshop was dead should stop by Politics & Prose Washington for a good contradiction. This independent shop has been thriving since its opening in 1984, drawing people from all over Washington and beyond to browse its shelves for the latest, greatest titles. Equally important is the shop s events, bringing famous writers and authors from around the world to speak at Politics & Prose about their books and other topics.

Georgetown Flea Market: DC's Favorite Shopping Grounds

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:54:41 GMT

If you wonder how Georgetown residents decorate their expensive little townhouses with shabby chic d cor and unique antique finds, then travel no farther than the Georgetown Flea Market.

East Potomac Golf Course: A Political Tee-Off

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:54:41 GMT

Featuring four courses complete with 9- and 18-holes, East Potomac Golf Course also includes monuments, waterviews and seasonal scenery.

Adams Morgan: Heart and soul of DC's diversity

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

If there's to be a diverse neighborhood that developed organically within the District, it's Adams Morgan. The centrally-located hodgepodge neighborhood has the largest population of Latinos and thus a large number of delicious Mexican, Salvadoran, Peruvian, Cuban and Guatamalan restaurants, as well as a growing population of immigrants from African, Caribbean and Asian countries who equally contribute to the wide selection of ethnic eateries. Adams Morgan is also the hub of nightlife for the fr

Skewers Mideastern Restaurant: Middle East's delicious sticks

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

Who doesn't like roasted chicken on a stick (other than vegetarians)? Or warmed bread to dip into flavorful spreads like hummus or babaganouj? Here's a great Middle Eastern and Mediterranean lunch and dinner spot right by the 17th Street section of Dupont Circle, appropriately named Skewers, the tool upon which many of its foods are stuck into and grilled to perfection.

4 Mile Run: More than Four Miles of Fun

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

4 Mile Run in Arlington is in fact more than nine miles long, yet it remains the 4 mile run from a mistake on an old map. Whether it is four or nine miles does not matter, as it remains incredibly popular for northern Virginia residents.

Cowgirl Creamery: A cheese lover's heaven

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

One step inside Cowgirl Creamery, and you know you've entered something special. This is not just any cheese counter. This is a real American dairy find, a real wine-and-cheese-and-cured-meats kind of place, where you can't leave without at least tasting three varieties and making a purchase to bring home.

National Electronics Museum: Radars! Sensors! Defense products!

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

If there ever was a more perfect museum for self-proclaimed geeks, spy enthusiasts, gadget-types and conspiracy theorists, the National Electronics Museum will fulfill all those wonderments. With 12 galleries dedicated to radars, sensors and other defense products, the National Electronics Museum provides an interesting look into the technical and functional work of electrical engineers and their products not found anywhere else in Washington, D.C.

Peter's Inn: Unsuspecting Fine Dining

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:54:42 GMT

It's hard not to love Peter's Inn. A place that serves lardons and beets, one that can explain the difference between dayboat scallops and other scallops. Peter's Inn merits a regular visit, regardless of its slightly pricy menu.