Confectionery Masterpieces in Alexandria

When you bit into a delicious piece of chocolate, your taste buds are probably raving about how beautiful it tastes. Now, what if your chocolate looked as lovely as it tasted? Would it make it harder to devour? I doubt it! On the contrary, you might be tempted to enjoy an entire box of artistically sweet delights. Artisan Confections is much more than... [Read more...]
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With Local Flavors

Cinco De Mayo is exactly a week away. There really is no reason not to celebrate, no matter what your background or where your fun. A well made margarita and spicy-topped burrito platter will hit the spot Thursday night, and you can find great local deals in honor of the celebration. Check out where the Yelpers and Urban Spoon connoisseurs find their... [Read more...]
Yes it exists...beer culture. While some may think that it doesn't taste very good. You know they just haven't had a good beer yet. There's also an art to having a good beer just like wine. There's a certain color that makes a good beer, and of course there isn't much foam (or head as most people call it) on the top. Also depending on the person (and... [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo literally translates to the 5th of May. Bright colors, dancing, food, and music make this holiday a party. It was a celebration Mexico's victory against France in 1862, but has continued on and is now celebrated all over the States. DC has been celebrating the Cinco de Mayo Festival over 17 years now. This festival brings unity and pride to the... [Read more...]
Christine L. submitted this Chicken Andouille Gumbo recipe on AllRecipes.com. It's perfect to make for Fat Tuesday! This needs to stew for at least a day for all the flavors to soak in, but it's worth the wait.... Ingredients: 12 cups water 3 pounds chicken parts 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 pounds okra 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2... [Read more...]
Here's a fun article about unusually placed fast food restaurants. Did you know that a church in Houston has its own McDonalds location? Or that their is a KFC at new Tiananmen Square? Read More →

