Make the Most of Your Patio or Balcony With These Decorating Tips
There’s a reason that patios and balconies are such coveted apartment perks. They make it easy to get some fresh air without leaving the comfort of your own home, and they’re great entertainment spaces during the warmer months. If you really want to get the most out of your patio...
READ ARTICLESave Room for the Sticky Rice at Laos in Town
Owner Nick Ongsangkoon and executive chef Ben Tiatasin are teaming up to expand the offerings of Southeast Asian food in the District with their new restaurant, Laos in Town. Though it’s only been a little while since it opened in NoMa, there’s already quite a buzz in local media outlets...
READ ARTICLEHow to Pull Off an Epic Last-Minute Summer Vacation
If you think it’s too late to start planning a summer vacation, think again. If you’re both flexible and efficient, you can still steal off to a far-off (or nearby) destination before Labor Day. Just follow these expert tips to pull off the summer vacay of your dreams. First things...
READ ARTICLEIt’s Almost Time for the Return of the National Independence Day Parade!
Before you head to the obligatory barbecue to celebrate the Fourth, take the opportunity to honor the meaning of the holiday and your unique vantage point as a local in DC to attend the National Independence Day Parade. The parade starts at 11:45 a.m. and lasts until about 2 p.m....
READ ARTICLEPlan Your Next Date Night at Nicoletta Italian Kitchen
Nicoletta Italian Kitchen is a new dining option in Mount Vernon Triangle that marries an upscale Italian menu with the feel of a relaxed, neighborhood eatery. To start, try the appetizers like the classic prosciutto and burrata or the double-fried Calabrese hot wings. The rest of the menu includes entrée...
READ ARTICLE5 Home Trends You’re About to See Popping Up All Over
Just about every season, there’s a new home trend that you see in every design magazine — and likely, all of your most stylish friends’ apartments. From mid-century modern furniture pieces to antlers hanging on the wall, these trendy items are so universally beloved, they instantly add some extra style...
READ ARTICLEEnjoy Hot and Ready Sicilian Slices at Sonny’s Pizza
Sonny’s Pizza has the easy, summertime food that will make you a regular as the weather heats up. Eat in or take out single slices of their signature square Sicilian-style pizza, or choose a whole 8-slice pie with upscale toppings like rapini, arugula, or capers. All the classics toppings are...
READ ARTICLECelebrate DC’s Cultural Diversity During Passport DC Fest This Month
True to its name, Passport DC takes local residents on a tour around the world without leaving city limits. During the month of May, this festival hosts a variety of multi-cultural events — including tours of embassies that are usually closed to the public. On Saturday, May 11th you can...
READ ARTICLE10 Ways to Refresh Your Apartment for Spring
Spring is a season of renewal and rejuvenation, so it’s a great time to apply these concepts to your home. You likely already have some ideas about spring cleaning, but there are lots of other ways that you can refresh your apartment just in time for spring. Here are a...
READ ARTICLECinephiles Won’t Want to Miss Filmfest DC, Starting April 25
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for cinephiles in the DMV. FilmFest DC, the region’s biggest annual international film festival is here once again, and it’s slated to feature 80 films from nearly 50 different countries over 11 days in theaters across the city. This year’s carefully curated...
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