From wine tastings to food festivals, in excursions through Tuscany to avant-garde expansions engineered and imported directly from Europe’s very own Italian jewel, McLean’s neighborhood fine dining cafe has redefined Italian cuisine over transcendental lengths. 27 years later, Cafe Oggi has single-handedly infused an authentic culture full of vibrant flavors, colorful traditions and exotic sophistication into a small North American …
Video: Bazin’s On Church
Evoking the feeling of an old bistro, yet with a contemporary twist, Bazin’s on Church offers seasonal American menus that pair perfectly with an inviting neighborhood atmosphere, cultivated over nine years doing business in the town of Vienna.
The Home Cook’s Secret Ingredient
“You don’t want runny batter,” says Chinnell Watson to a class of sixteen students. Watson is our instructor at Cookology Culinary School. The class is gathered in a commercial kitchen surrounded by shelves filled with spices, jars, pots, pans, cookie trays and a very busy hand-washing station. One of the students is my daughter Allie, who peers over the simmering …
Creating Virginia’s Heritage
400 years of Virginia winemaking commemorated in Virginia’s Heritage. In 1619, the first grapevines were brought to America from Europe with the intent to produce wine in Virginia. Four hundred years later, Virginia celebrates with a 400th Anniversary Project called Virginia’s Heritage. This October, just in time for Virginia Wine Month, Virginia’s Heritage will release a limited-edition commemorative wine to …
Urban Plates in Suburban Environs
The west coast restaurant chain Urban Plates launched its first east coast eating destination in June. Its DC area fast casual concept debuted in the Tysons Galleria on the first floor across from Maggiano’s. The Tyson Galleria location is the latest addition to Urban Plates’ growing wholesome food emporium dynasty. The California based chain selected the Tysons area “…because of …
DC Restaurant Week Summer 2018: Tysons & Reston Area Participating Restaurants, Tips and Menus
It’s that time of year, again! DC Restaurant Week is here! Enjoy special three-course, prix-fixe meals at these Tysons and Reston area participating restaurants for DC Restaurant Week, August 13-19, 2018. Also, keep in mind that many restaurants extend their promotions a week or even up to a month! During this promotion, enjoy three or more courses for dinner for just $35.00, …
Now That’s Italian!
Dolce Vita Cucina Italiana & Wine Bar “Dad’s going to inhale this pizza,” commented my daughter Danielle, as the “Darius” pie, adorned with baby clams, pancetta, slices of parmigiana cheese and baby greens trickled with lemon-infused olive oil arrived on the table. “If there’s any left,” I said. Danielle and I were dining at Dolce Vita Cucina Italiana, one of …
Meet Virginia’s Newest Wineries
The Virginia winery scene is ever growing, with these wineries being some of the latest to pop onto the scene near our region. Each offers a unique experience through setting, amenities, entertainment, and of course, their wines and ciders. Northern Virginia 50 West Vineyards 39060 John Mosby Hwy Middleburg, VA 20117 www.50westvineyards.com The farm vineyard 50 West sits high on …
Not Your Average Summer BBQ
Summer is here in full swing! The kids are out of school, allowing more time for family fun. The weather is warm, providing ample opportunities to be outside. And people’s schedules seem to be just a bit more flexible and relaxed, so what better way to spend some quality time than to throw a party to bring all of your …
Celebrating Dads & Grads
With June just around the corner, the abundance of summer parties is about to kick off with celebrations for two of our favorite groups of people: dads and grads. Read on for some tips for how to plan a memorable Father’s Day get-together or graduation celebration for those special people in your life!
