Experience our city’s haunted history this spooky Halloween season with DC Ghost Tours. Their mission year-round is to tell the dark stories of Washington’s past, but it’s extra special around this time of year. Pro tip: Book the extended tour. It takes about 90 minutes and spans just over a mile and a half with 12…
Somewhere® is a newly opened boutique-meets-cafe that’s taking the city by storm and putting a unique twist on retail. Owned and operated by D.C. natives, the shop features street fashion and a mean cup o’ joe for everyone that walks in the door. They feature tons of brands with cozy, comfy, high-class streetwear that provide a…
With its shorter days and dipping temperature, the fall season reinvigorates our desire for cozy, welcoming spaces. Here are a few tips to help you bring autumn into your apartment—in the snuggliest, comfiest way possible. Toss up some twinkle lights. Twinkle lights instantly create a cozy vibe within your home, transforming a simple space into something…
Have a sweet tooth? Donut Run, a new doughnut bakery in Takoma, offers a rotating menu of fresh, specialty yeasted and cake doughnuts. With made-from-scratch doughnut flavors like cookies and cream, matcha, Payday, Snickers, and more, Donut Run has something for every taste bud. Be sure to check their Instagram page each morning for daily specialty flavors. If you’re looking for something…
Planning a camping trip this summer? Getting outdoors is a fun and safe option for a couples’ or a family vacation, but you’ll fare better if you’re prepared! Here are a few tips for newbies. • Know your options. You don’t have to dive right into tent camping if you’re a novice! Many campsites offer alternatives…
You’ll find all of summertime’s best flavors at The Point, a newly opened indoor-outdoor dining experience in Buzzard Point. The menu highlights the freshest of the season, from interesting preparations of seafood to the unmistakable char that a grill can impart. Try the warm crab doughnuts, chargrilled oysters, or mahi mahi tostadas to start, followed by…
When in doubt, go with white hues. Whether you’re picking a new tablecloth, duvet, or gauzy curtains for summer, clean and crisp white is always a safe bet. Opt for natural materials such as cotton or linen, and feel free to intersperse the neutral pieces with some bold patterns, too. Turn to texture. Materials like jute,…
For such a popular cuisine, the Navy Yard was seriously lacking in sushi spots until Khin’s Sushi opened. This new grab-and-go option is located on M Street right by the Metro stop, and offers the fresh fish and rolls you love in an easy, fast casual setting. Speed down the service line to see your maki and…
They say the easiest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so it’s only fitting that a day devoted to dad would be full of delicious things to eat. And when the food surprises his taste buds with unique flavor combinations and unexpected ingredients? Even better! This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a…
What could be better than spending Memorial Day weekend relaxing and catching up with friends and family? Doing all of the above, but with delicious food thrown into the mix! From side dishes to desserts, here are three delicious recipes to whip up during the long holiday weekend. They’re guaranteed to make the holiday even…