The year may be coming to a close, but we wanted to leave you with some fun and festive cocktails to celebrate with on New Year's Eve (or any time of year, really!). Several local Fairfax County mixologists and bartenders have selected some of their favorite holiday cocktail recipes to share with…
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Every weekend, one dish slides onto pretty much every brunch menu in the National Capital Region. It’s kind of a thing in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia). It can go by many names, but typically you’ll see it called Chesapeake Benedict or Crab Cake Benedict. Imagine eggs benedict but replace the ham…
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Rules of Winter: Take a trip to a nearby ice rink. Attend at least one of Fairfax County's magnificent light shows. Embrace hot chocolate as the ultimate seasonal beverage. Winter nights call for chocolate delights! There’s nothing quite like a steaming cup of cocoa topped with whipped cream or…
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Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Virginia! When you land at Washington Dulles International Airport, you arrive in the beautiful Commonwealth of Virginia. And, if you’re here on a long layover or feeling famished after a day of travel, consider this your invitation to dip your toe into Fairfax…
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No matter what kind of day you're having, one thing's for certain: it can almost always be made better with glazed goodness and sugary delights. From cozy neighborhood bakeries to global staples, there's no shortage of delightful donut shops to enjoy. Whether you enjoy traditional vanilla icing…
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If a bakery promises three things—baked, fresh, and daily—you know a masterpiece is in the making. A loaf of bread. It’s hard to argue that bread isn’t the ultimate pairing. Whether served with soup, dipped into a hot cup of cocoa or coffee, or slathered in butter, bread is undeniably one of the…
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Updated for 2024 Whether you’re visiting Northern Virginia or the Washington DC area this Thanksgiving or hosting hungry friends and family, let Fairfax County restaurants do the turkey cooking for the holiday (which also means no clean-up for you!). Many popular Fairfax County restaurants are…
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Why wait until Halloween to get your sugar fix? Satisfy your sweet tooth all season long this fall with the best flavors around - from pumpkin spice hot chocolate bombs to raspberry ganache. Whether you're visiting for a staycation or a weekend getaway, there's plenty of chocolate and candy to go…
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There are a host of friendly coffee shops in Fairfax County to get some Vitamin C (caffeine). The moment you step inside, the rich aroma of coffee draws you in. From charming cafes and local roasters to international spots featuring Middle Eastern blends and Café con Leche, there is always a cafe to…
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Northern Virginia offers some of the best spots to enjoy fall foliage, stunning hiking trails, and all the seasonal festivities you could wish for. But let’s not forget fall’s finest creation: the pumpkins! It’s the season for pumpkin spice and everything in between. Fairfax County fully embraces…
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