The Seder

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The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has been going on for a super long time. I mean, It’s hard to even believe we’re still talking about it, you know? But lately, everywhere I look, it seems as though the conflict has been especially prominent/in my face. If you know me, you know that in addition to being a […]

The Pulchritudinous Potion®.

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Omgsh, you’re sooo thin! Your skin looks phenom! You’re practically glowing! Whats your secret??? These are phrases that I hear almost daily from my subordinates. Though a magician does not typically reveal her tricks, it is about time that I let you all in on my secret: The Pulchritudinous Potion®. Because I lack the personal […]

The Hostess

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If there’s anything I know how to do, it’s entertain. I can put together a cheese plate in 30 seconds, flat. A fruit platter? In my sleep, babe. I learned to operate a wine opener before I learned to write. I guess you could say that I’m just like Ryan Seacrest….born to host! Sadly, not […]

Zagat: NYE Celebrations In D.C.

Here it is, Zagat’s list of this year’s D.C. NYE celebrations. Where are you headed? America Eats Tavern: Look back on the history of American cooking, while looking forward to 2012, at Jose Andres’ Penn Quarter pop-up, where tasting menus will precede dancing to vintage tunes ($75 for four courses from 5–7 PM; $150 for […]

Bitches Who Brunch: D.C.’s Best & Worst Brunches

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The Bitches Who Brunch Have Released Their 2011 Best & Worst Brunch List! Here are the highlights: Best: The Source El Centro Agora Busboys & Poets L’Enfant Cafe & Bar’s La Boum Scion on P Street Ris Foggy Bottom Medium Rare Local 16 Indigo Landing Comfort Brunch at Crème Luna Grill Old Ebbitt Grill Worst: […]

The Chinatown Diaries: Memoirs of A Gaysha

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The Chinatown/Gallery Place/Penn Quarter neighborhood of D.C. is a perplexing area of the city. In one word it can best be described  as bittersweet. Why? So many dichotomies exist in the neighborhood that it’s impossible to categorize it as anything else. There you will find the best of the best and the worst of the worst. Tourist […]

Eating Out This Thanksgiving? Try One of These Area Restaurants

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Let’s face it, slaving over a hot stove can be a pain in bumsies. Sometimes, it’s just easier to get the fam in the car and head out to eat. Unfortunately, a lot of area restaurants shut down on Thanksgiving and your left eating a cold double cheeseburger in the McD’s parking lot. Luckily our friends at Zagat have put together a list […]

Must Have Thanksgiving Apps

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Thanksgiving is almost upon us, thus bringing with it the holiday rush of anticipation and family gatherings.  As stressful as this might be, it also means succulent turkey in the oven, post-dinner hibernation, and a slew of relatives you haven’t seen, or perhaps don’t want to see, buzzing over the latest conversation and gorging over […]

Kit’s Kitchen: Friendsgiving

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It’s the first time you’re on your own for Thanksgiving, eh? Maybe you couldn’t afford the plane ticket home, or you had a big blowout with your folks after you came out to them or maybe your family just left you. Don’t fret babe. Even if you can’t have some of Nonnie’s famous sweet potato […]

Got A Sweet Tooth? Our Favorites Around D.C.

Got A Sweet Tooth? Check out some of our favorite local sweeties: Co Co. Sala ACKC Cocoa Bar Thomas Sweet Something Sweet Serendipity

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