OK, it isn’t spring yet, but we are going to chat about Spring cleaning! The Spruce discusses six helpful tips on how you can better kickstart your spring season with a clean house. Spring cleaning is a common practice that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the often…
The founder of Mimi’s Homemade Ice Cream grew up enthralled by desserts, and it was all thanks to his grandmothers. One from Italy was an expert at crafting artisan gelato; the other with German heritage artfully crafted Bavarian treats, including custards. As an adult, Mimi’s owner traveled across Asia and discovered a whole new array…
There’s no better way to end a cold winter’s day than by slipping into some comfy PJs to savor a piping-hot plateful of your favorite comfort food—especially when it’s made from scratch and simple to prepare. Requiring minimal ingredients and time spent in the kitchen, here are three deliciously easy recipes that guarantee to warm…
Unlike the stuff you’ll find on the shelf at the grocery store, the chocolates from Artisan Confections “have a shelf life,” a fact that their creators proclaim proudly. It’s a testament to the fresh ingredients they use in each small batch, like locally sourced organic mint and Valrhona chocolate from France. The chocolates aren’t just…
Was your New Year’s resolution to try something new, or maybe to make space to cultivate your creative side? The Arlington Arts Center. Part gallery, part educational center, the local nonprofit fosters a community that’s well-versed in art and filled with creators of all skill levels. It started working toward this mission back in the…
The new year offers an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and start fresh with a newly calibrated outlook and freshly minted goals. And while many people use the changing year as a chance to improve upon their physical self, why stop there? Now is the perfect time to reevaluate your living space, as well,…
Waterskiing Santa started as a dare among a group of friends. The year was 1986 and they got a crazy idea—that one of them should dress up as Santa Claus and waterski atop the chilly waters of the Potomac River. The friend who drew the short straw fulfilled his duty on December 24th of that…
The holiday season is here! If you’re someone who started decorating in October, you might not really need to put any finishing touches on your decor. But if you’re just getting going now, these DIY ideas will elevate your holiday decorations in a fun and modern way. DIY Snow Globes [The Sweetest Occasion] Did you…
There’s something about a cup of coffee you don’t make with your own two hands that just tastes better. Tatte Bakery & Cafe has the hot cup of joe you’ve been craving—and tons of brunch food to go with it. Complement your cup with a vanilla pistachio doughnut, a plate of challah French toast, or…
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on all the things that we have to be grateful for. It’s a joyous time, but for those who are hosting the biggest feast of the year, it can also be a stressful occasion—but it doesn’t have to be! If you’ll be hosting Thanksgiving…
