Category Archives: Cocktails

Delivering Kisses and Miracles

There are many ways chocolate makes people happy and one of the worthiest is a tour that has been described as the “chocolate lover’s dream.”

For 10 years, the Hershey’s Kissmobile Cruisers have crisscrossed the country to raise awareness of and donations for the 170 nonprofit Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. Read more »

Summer Smoothie Lovin’

What is Summer without Smoothies and cold drinks?!  The blended perfection of ice, yogurt and fruit keep you refreshed in that sweltering heat. Places like Robeks, Smoothie King, Jamba Juice and Starbucks will have you refreshed on-the-go! Robeks offers many types of smoothies, from classics to smoothies specialized for your diet needs (energy? low carb? metabolism? protein boost?). Stop at Robeks to try the Strawnana Berry, a refreshing and delicious mix of your classic strawberry and banana smoothie. Their Hummingbird smoothie will fulfill your exotic fruit needs too: guava, mangos, strawberries bananas, and orange sherbert. Jamba Juice too has great summer smoothies, where the Peach Perfection tastes like summertime. With Peaches, peach juice, and strawberries, you can’t help but taste the fresh-picked peaches and strawberries from the field. Smoothie King also has wheat grass shots. Are you a fitness buff? Head there! Even your local starbucks have smooothies! With chocolate, orange mango, or strawberry mixed with whey protein and fiber powder, these smoothies will leave you feeling refreshed, reenergized, and ready to seize the day.

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TEA SPA WHEATON

For several years now, we’ve been hearing about how green tea can prevent many serious diseases, including cancer. As the evidence mounts, it can be hard to ignore the fact that green tea is a powerful way to protect your health.

So, what is it about green tea that is creating so much attention? Well, it appears that the anti-oxidants in green tea are just as powerful as those in fruits and vegetables – possibly even more so. And, anti-oxidants are critical to preserving health and preventing disease. Read more »

WHITLOW’S ON WILSON

WHITLOW'S ON WILSON

WHITLOW'S ON WILSON

As serious foodies, we don’t take accolades like Best Burger and Best Neighborhood Bar lying down, and neither should you. Actually, I’m not even sure why you’re reading this right now – you should be in Clarendon at Whitlow’s on Wilson, taking a huge bite into a juicy Avalanche Burger (double cheese, grilled onions, sautéed mushrooms and bacon)! Unless, of course, you’re reading this while taking a huge bite, but chances are you’d be too busy relishing in heavenly bacon and grilled deliciousness to do much of anything else.

Seriously though, Whitlow’s on Wilson has a heavy arsenal of “Bests” on its resume – Best Bar, Best Brunch, Best Family restaurant, Best Happy Hour, Best Singles Scene – and a slew of others! It’s no wonder, either: Read more »

DC Restaurants

Circle Bistro

Dusk Lounge at the Westin Grand Washington DC

Founding Farmers

Notti Bianche

Primi Piatti

Roof Terrace Restaurant & Bar

Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley’s Pharmacy

Kinkead’s, An American Brasserie

Marcel’s

Beacon Bar and Grill

Bistro Bistro

Cafe Dupont

Darlington House

Firefly – DC

The Front Page – DC

Grillfish DC

i Ricchi

James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant

Levante’s

Level One

M Street Bar & Grill

Madhatter

The Melting Pot – DC

Nage Restaurant

Odeon Cafe Italian Cuisine

One Lounge

Restaurant Nora

Rosemary’s Thyme Bistro

Ruth’s Chris Steak House – DC – Connecticut NW

Sushi Taro

Trattoria Nicola’s

Urbana Restaurant

Russia House

Commonwealth Gastropub

The Heights

Cabbage Soup Recipe

- 6 large green onions
- 2 green peppers
- 1 or 2 cans of tomatoes (diced or whole)
- 3 Carrots
- 1 Container (10 oz. or so) Mushrooms
- 1 bunch of celery
- Half a head of cabbage
- 1 package Lipton soup mix
- 1 or 2 cubes of bouillon (optional)
- 1 48oz can V8 juice (optional)
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, parsley, curry, garlic powder, etc. Read more »