Cupcake Review: Billy's Bakery

Cupcake Review: Billy's Bakery

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Posted on January 5th, 2010

I finally went to try the infamous Billy’s Bakery, in Chelsea (to eat a birthday treat from my husband!)  Most people know that I love cupcakes and while in D.C., I checked out every cupcakery/bakery in the area (and naturally, we had a cupcake tree at our wedding).  I should be quick to point out [...]

The Best of the D.C. Area…Part 2: Food

The Best of the D.C. Area…Part 2: Food

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Posted on November 3rd, 2009

Food is both my passion and hobby.  By ‘food’ I mean:  exploring restaurants, supporting local restaurants, cooking and eating seasonally, farmers’ markets, and supporting and promoting equal access to ‘good food’, the fair treatment of animals, and regional food systems. In our four years in the Washington, DC area I have had ample opportunity to [...]

A Few Fall Snacks…

A Few Fall Snacks…

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Posted on October 26th, 2009

Justin and I have been incredibly busy (more on that in a future post), but have still found some time to squeeze in some enjoyable snacks this Fall: A visit the 14th and U Farmers’ Market resulted in glistening apple cider and pumpkin whoopie pies (mmm!). A warm latte from Baked and Wired: A trip [...]

First Look…The Neighborhood Restaurant Group and its latest:  Columbia Firehouse

First Look…The Neighborhood Restaurant Group and its latest: Columbia Firehouse

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Posted on July 22nd, 2009

Columbia Firehouse is The Neighborhood Restaurant Group’s newest addition.  The NRG’s appealing line up already includes Buzz Bakery, Vermilion, Tallula and Eat Bar, Rustico, and Evening Star Cafe.  While each of these restaurants clearly fits into the NRG’s overall theme of modern, fresh food, they all have their own personalities. Vermilion, in Old Town Alexandria, [...]