This Monday, January 8, the Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide battle for the title of national champion at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, kicking off at 8 PM. You can find viewing parties at bars and restaurants across D.C.: Alabama fans should check out Willie’s Brew and Que (300 Tingey St SE), and Georgia fans … Read More
In celebration of MGM National Harbor’s one-year anniversary, José Andrés seafood restaurant Fish will host “Somms Uncorked,” a five-course dinner by Head Chef Marissa Scarna with ten unique wine pairings, on Monday, December 18 at 6:30 PM. The event will also feature a competition among Sommeliers Andy Myers, the Master Sommelier for ThnkFoodGroup; Angelo Perez, … Read More
Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris makes its D.C. premiere at the Kennedy Center’s Opera House this Tuesday, December 12. The critically-acclaimed show tells the story of a romance between an American soldier and French woman in Paris during the aftermath of World War II and features the music of George and Ira Gershwin. … Read More
Organization: Miriam’s Kitchen Mission: To end chronic homelessness in the district by providing high-quality, nutritious meals; social services; and other short-term assistance. Service Opportunity: Volunteers can prepare or serve meals or provide other services such as writing resumes, distributing toiletries, fulfilling clothing orders, and more. Call 202-452-8926. Organization: Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Mission: To … Read More
DC Cocktail Week, produced by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, kicks off this Monday and features specialty food-and-cocktail pairings by the region’s best mixologists! Participating locations can be found throughout DC, MD & VA: BaBa (Clarendon, VA) Bar Dupont (Dupont Circle, DC) Benjamin Bar & Lounge (Downtown DC) Cedar (Penn Quarter, DC) Charlie Palmer Steak … Read More
Barre3, a barre workout studio with locations in DC & VA, will be hosting its annual canned food drive from November 16th through the 23rd. In exchange for three canned goods, you get a free workout at any Barre3! The canned goods will be donated to Martha’s Table, a D.C. nonprofit whose mission is to … Read More
Art on Tap 2017 Visit Alexandria’s Torpedo Art Factory Center to hear live music, sample craft beers from local breweries, and enjoy appetizers from restaurants such as Clyde’s and Pizzeria Paradiso. Proceeds from the event support the Art League’s programming efforts and ticket holders will receive a take-home Art on Tap beer tasting glass. Tickets … Read More
The fall is a great time to escape the city for a weekend getaway to the Virginia wineries, which offer stunning views, fine dining, family fun, and, of course, fabulous wine tastings. Below are some local favorites by region: Northern Virginia: Bluemont Vineyards Tarara Willowcroft Farm Central Virginia: Pippin Hill Barboursville Stinson Vineyards Tidewater/Eastern Shore: … Read More
The fall is a great time to escape the city for a weekend getaway to the Virginia wineries, which offer stunning views, fine dining, family fun, and, of course, fabulous wine tastings. Below are some local favorites by region: Northern Virginia: Bluemont Vineyards Tarara Willowcroft Farm Central Virginia: Pippin Hill Barboursville Stinson Vineyards Tidewater/Eastern Shore: … Read More
Old Rag Mountain – Shenandoah National Park Length of Hike: 9 miles Difficulty Level: Very strenuous Distance from D.C.: ~90 miles Cunningham Falls Nature Trail – Catoctin Mountain Length of Hike: 2.8 miles Difficulty Level: Moderate Distance from D.C.: ~66 miles Sugarloaf Mountain Length of Hike: 6 miles Difficulty Level: Moderate Distance from … Read More