Part tapas bar, part exhibition space, Palette 22 brings all different kinds of art to the forefront. Watch culinary artists work their magic in the kitchen as musicians, painters, and even jewelry-makers create in real-time in the dining room. What’s more, you can taste-test as many of the small plates as you want if you…
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Trying to turn your home into an indoor plant oasis? After your Spring cleaning is done, this season is the perfect time to focus on those perfect oxygen-producing roommates of yours. To ensure they are happy and will thrive in time for their growing season, be sure to check on a few little things that…
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…
Has it been a while since you’ve met up with friends for brunch? Break back into the brunch game at Cava Mezze with its “Brunch Mania.” The special menu allows you to pick and choose a trio of dishes to enjoy along with 25-cent mimosas or other boozy morning beverages. Like the rest of its…
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…
It’s been a long few years, but having comedians poke fun at the rollercoaster ride does bring some levity to the daily grind. If you’ve found that laughter has been the best medicine recently, then you’re going to want to snag tickets to The Daily Show Stand Up Tour when it comes to D.C. on…
Every morning at Best Buns begins with firing up the Tibiletti oven. Once the hearth is nice and hot, the expert bakers get to work crafting loaves of artisan bread. From their classic French baguette and seven-grain bread to Muenster-and-herb-infused loaves, they have something for everyone. Brioche, challah, sourdough, and other classic and specialty breads…
You might think of Paper Source as a card and stationery shop, but don’t pigeonhole the boutique just because of its name. It’s actually a great spot to find unexpected gifts to fit all your needs(along with the perfect card to accompany your present). If you’re still struggling to find something just right, head to…
The chocolatiers at Artisan Confections care about just one thing: handcrafting the best possible chocolates. To that end, they source top-notch ingredients from both near and far. You might bite into a truffle stuffed with ganache featuring Maryland-born mint or a bonbon crafted from French Valrhona cocoa. One thing is for certain, every candy from…
There’s no better way to end a cold winter’s day than by slipping into some comfy PJs to savor a piping-hot plateful of your favorite comfort food—especially when it’s made from scratch and simple to prepare. Requiring minimal ingredients and time spent in the kitchen, here are three deliciously easy recipes that guarantee to warm…