Washingtonian BlogsGet daily updates on food, restaurants, shopping, news, nightlife and lots more with Washingtonian's blogs. Every day we post information about the best restaurants, bars, shops and more. more Great Places to Work 2009Not everyone is having a good year, but employees at these organizations are very happy—they earn excellent pay and benefits, do interesting work, and enjoy a nice work/life balance. How does your company compare? more Thanksgiving Guide 2009: Thanksgiving Recipes, Restaurants, Menus, Parades, Events and More in WashingtonThanksgiving recipes, how to volunteer on Thanksgiving, turkey trots, and more Thanksgiving in Washington. more Best of AnnapolisIt feels a world away, yet the water and all of the city’s attractions are less than an hour’s drive from DC more Great Kitchens 2009Inside five winning kitchens—plus helpful advice from architects and a list of good kitchen designers and stores for appliances, fixtures, tile, and more. more Guide to Halloween in WashingtonWant to make this Halloween the best one yet? Check out our guide to everything you'll need for a night of fright, from parties at bars, to pumpkin picking patches, to great spots for costumes. more Fall WeekendsHere are 36 effortless escapes—from fun day trips to one-night stays to adventures just an hour away. more Best of ArlingtonIt’s got walkable neighborhoods, great shopping, and burgers that meet presidential standards. Here's our guide to the best of Arlington. more Guide to Fall in WashingtonHere's a guide to celebrating cooler weather, all-things apple, and the best that fall in Washington has to offer. more Great Home DesignGreat designers, where to get free design advice, good deals, great paint colors, and more. more Best of RockvilleRockville's bustling with terrific new restaurants and shops. Here’s a guide to where to go. more Back to School 2009The kids are headed back to school—rejoice! Here's everything you need to help make the transition from the pool to the classroom a little easier. more Best of Washington 2009More than 150 of the best people, places, and things to do in Washington. Plus—readers pick their favorites. more Summer Beauty GuideWhich cosmetics keep you looking radiant in summer—and protect you from harmful rays? We tested hundreds of products to find the best. more Washingtonian Cheap Eats 2009: Best Bargain RestaurantsGreat food, low prices—and increasingly nice settings. Here are our picks for the best bargain restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia more Best of GeorgetownOne of Washington's historic neighborhoods, Georgetown has memorable restaurants, one-of-a-kind shops, and loads of charm. Here's our guide to the neighborhood. more Fourth of July in Washington, DC: Fireworks, Restaurant Specials, Parades, and More!Celebrate July 4th in Washington, DC with our guide to fireworks, restaurant specials, parties, and more. more Guide to GrillingAre you hosting a barbecue this weekend? Want to make the most out of your Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer? Get our guide to grilling and more fun in the sun. more Great Home Design - 2009A lot can go wrong in a renovation. How do you make a project go smoothly? Here are tips from remodeling pros. more Best of Old Town, AlexandriaAlexandria’s colonial streets are lined with fun boutiques, creative restaurants, cozy cafes, and lots more. Here's our guide to the area. more A Guide to Mothers' Day in the Washington, DC AreaLooking to make this Mothers' Day special? Here are some great ideas to make a wonderful day for your mother, from brunches to gift guides to hotel packages. more Easter in WashingtonWe've got a guide to all things Easter in Washington, from brunches to egg hunts to spring fashion. more The Best Bars in WashingtonWe ordered drinks, sampled snacks, and checked out hundreds of area establishments—all to find the hottest spots on the after-hours scene. Here our are favorite bars and more. more Beautiful BathroomsRemodeling a bathroom is one of the best investments you can make in a home. Here’s a guide to choosing tile and fixtures and the latest on how to save water. Plus, the best bath designers and showrooms. more Washingtonians of the Year 2008For 36 years, The Washingtonian has honored men and women who give their time and talents to make this a better place for all of us. They find ways to enrich the lives of everyone they touch. Here are our local heroes. more Washingtonian Dirt Cheap Eats 2008: 61 Meals Under $15 in Washington, DC and BeyondGoing out for a great meal is often a luxury, especially in a down economy. Good news: You don’t have to spend as if you’re at CityZen to enjoy a delicious dinner. Or at least you won’t at the 61 places in our annual guide to Dirt Cheap Eats, where there’s a wealth of choices for $15 a person or less. more 64 Ways to Do Good: Charities in WashingtonSupport the arts. Feed the hungry. Help a veteran. Give a child a chance. Here are good charities worthy of your time, energy, and money. more Great Takeout in Washington117 ideas for fast, delicious dinners. The best part? You barely have to do any work. more Will Northern Virginia Become the 51st State?Northern Virginia sends millions to Richmond—and gets pennies back. It’s one of the world’s most dynamic regions, while other parts of the state are still fighting the Civil War. Why not secede and become the 51st state? more Thanksgiving Guide 2008: Thanksgiving Recipes, Restaurants, Menus, Parades, Events and More in WashingtonNeed help planning your Thanksgiving? Here are tips on choosing and roasting a turkey, local chefs' recipes for cranberry sauce, and perfect wine pairings. Plus, what restaurants are open and serving on Thanksgiving. more Hot Tickets in WashingtonAs the curtain goes up on another season of theater, music, and dance, here are people who make it all happen—and the shows and performers you don’t want to miss. more Guide to Private Schools in Washington, DC, Virginia and MarylandOur annual guide to private schools. Check out the latest on more than 300 private schools. Learn about boarding, coed, single sex, and special-needs private schools in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. more Fall WeekendsWhether your idea of fun is a country picnic or city shopping, a long hike or easy biking, a crafts fair or a New York museum, here are lots of fall pleasures. more Best BargainsEverybody loves a bargain, and here are tons of local deals—on everything from art to furniture to Tiffany jewelry. more Great Home RepairNeed some work done around the house? Here are 120 experts who can reupholster a sofa, restore old photos, clean a rug, fix a fence, refinish hardwoods, and more. more Best of WashingtonSummer’s top treats, from rooftop restaurants and great beer to beach books and cool lakes. Plus—readers’ picks and pans of dining, celebrities, nightlife, and more. more Great HairBobs to braids, highlights to mohawks—you see a lot of different hairdos in Washington. Plus, how to blow out your hair, tips for home colorists, safer dyes, and some of the area’s top salons, stylists, and colorists. more Natural BeautyMore women and men are buying natural and organic beauty products. Are they safer? Do they work? Here’s what to know about these products—plus the latest on green day spas and the truth about sunscreens. more Washingtonian Cheap Eats 2008: Best Bargain RestaurantsGreat food, low prices—and increasingly nice settings. Here are our picks for the best bargain restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. more Dream Weekends: Great Weekend Getaways, Bed and Breakfasts, Hiking, Beaches, and More Near Washington, DC, Maryland and VirginiaCan a weekend getaway change your life? In the next 20 pages, meet Washingtonians who had memorable trips and find ideas for escapes that may inspire you: great hikes, spiritual retreats, adventure outings, yoga getaways, old-fashioned small towns, romantic inns, cooking classes, and lots more. more Outdoor Living in Washington, Maryland and Virginia: Gardens, Grills, Patio Furniture, Landscape Design and MoreCreating beautiful gardens, how to attract birds, getting the lighting right, what’s new in grills and outdoor furniture, good landscape designers, and more. more Neighborhood Eats in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC117 casual restaurants in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, where the eating is real good. more Great Home Design 2008 - Home Furnishings, Architects, and Interior Design in Washington, DC, Maryland and VirginiaWant to renovate your home? Put on an addition? Build your dream house from the ground up? Here are architects doing good work in Washington. Plus, look inside the houses of eight area architects—and find out where they shop. more Guide to Pets in Washington, Maryland and VirginiaHere’s the ultimate guide to caring for your pet, whether you’ve got cats or chameleons, puppies or parrots: 250 top veterinarians, alternative-medicine experts, kennels, daycare spots, dog walkers, groomers, and more in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia more Great Day SpasFeeling stressed? These day spas in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia can have you looking and feeling great. Here’s a guide to terrific quick fixes, pampering facials, massage deals, painless waxing, and more. Plus, spas that come to you and the most expensive treatments in the Washington, DC area. more Best of Washington 2007We tested, tasted, and toured for this year’s favorite things: the coziest spot to curl up by a fire, the winter’s most exciting ski adventures, the ultimate brownie, a kids’ band that rocks, and lots more. Plus, a few of the year’s clunkers. more 100 Best Restaurants 2008Openings by celebrity chefs! A bistro renaissance! Twenty new restaurants! There’s plenty of excitement on the Washingtonian 2008's list of very best restaurants, ranked from 1 to 100. more Washingtonians of the YearFor 36 years, The Washingtonian has honored men and women who give their time and talents to make this a better place for all of us. They find ways to enrich the lives of everyone they touch. Here are our local heroes. more Thanksgiving Dining GuideNeed help planning your Thanksgiving? Here are tips on choosing and roasting a turkey, local chefs' recipes for cranberry sauce, and perfect wine pairings. Plus, what restaurants are open and serving on Thanksgiving. more Power 150:The 150 most influential people in business, culture, real estate, religion, education, law, and more. Plus—Washington’s hidden power, stars of tomorrow, and places where powerful people live, play, and eat. more 2007 Great Places to WorkLooking for a better job? Here are 60 employers that offer generous pay and benefits, interesting work, flexible schedules, friendly offices, and the chance to learn and grow. more Well-Dressed Women 2007Ten Washington well-dressed women share their fashion advice, their places to shop—and their fashion disasters. more 2007 Fall WeekendsFall is a very good time in the region, whether enjoyed from a lakefront inn or a mountain resort, on a scenic hike or a delicious day trip. Here are 24 pages of great ways to enjoy the season. more Classic BeautyFrom red lips to Veronica Lake waves, looks for fall pay homage to the past. more The Secret Life of TeensKids from nearly 50 high schools told us what they won't tell you. Plus a guide to understand the popular social networking site, Facebook. more Home Design: Basement Make OverNeed more space? Why put on an expensive addition when you can get creative in the basement? more Washingtonian Wedding Guide: Advice on Getting Married and Weddings in Washington, DC, Maryland and VirginiaFind great wedding resources in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, from hair stylists to limo rentals, wedding cakes to tuxedo rentals, reception sites to rehearsal dinners. Plus, we've got advice on destination weddings, honeymoon planning, and plenty more! more Dirt Cheap Eats 2007Dirt Cheap Eats for District of Columbia (DC), Maryland (MD), and Virginia (VA) more Washingtonian Cheap Eats 2007: Bargain Restaurants for Washington, DC, Maryland and VirginiaGreat food, low prices—and increasingly nice settings... more 100 Very Best 2007Consider this a snapshot, a picture of the topography as it looks to us after hundreds of meals. Your picture may vary. That's part of the fun, too. more Ultimate Museum GuideWashington can claim to be the world's number-one museum city with the addition of more new and renovated museums, grand venues, and big ideas. Plus the best museum cafes and shops, and kid-friendly exhibits. more Summer BeautyEverything under the sun you need to look great—summer haircare and makeup, the latest on laser hair removal and cellulite treatments, fast and easy tans, bathing suits that hide flaws, and much more. more Award-Winning Homes: Living Spaces 2007Winners of the Washingtonian Residential Design Awards. more Best Places to LiveSee how 20 great neighborhoods stack up against each other in our annual review of the great places to live in the DC metro area. more Creating a Great BathroomFrom air tubs to steam showers to metal sinks, here is the latest in bathroom design—including green ideas that save water and energy and area designers and showrooms that can build your dream bath. more Dream WeekendsGreat day and weekend trips, from beach inns and mountain hikes to good food and fun on the Eastern Shore. Plus, where to rekindle romance, why it's Philly time, and what's new at area resorts. more Great Home DesignThe area's best interior designers share their tricks—and tell where they shop. Plus, some top decorators and places that offer free design, and much more. more Look Good, Feel GoodSecrets of Washingtonians who look and feel great for their ages, top dermatologists and plastic surgeons, spas we love, the latest beauty treatments and products, facelifts without surgery, smart makeovers and much more. more 2006 Best Dressed WomenTen of Washington’s best-dressed women share their fashion advice, their favorite shops—and their fashion disasters. Read about one of them. more Simplify Your LifeNever enough hours in the day? Here's a guide to freeing up your time so you can spend it on the things you enjoy. Learn how to ease a long commute, get a good dinner in a flash, pay bills in no time, and stop all that spam. Plus--good handymen, housecleaners, errand runners, and lots more. more Top HospitalsLearn what to look for when searching for the best hospital for yourself or a loved one. Here's how to avoid the hype and find the best information. more 2004 Top DietsWhat works when you want to lose weight? Here's what the experts say--and how our testers fared on the most popular diets. more 2006 25 Most Beautiful PeopleThe most beautiful people in Washington. more 2004 Kids RoomsHow to come up with a space that your child will love: good places to buy furniture, and accessories, making great walls, design that helps kids learn, safety tips, and lots more. more Having a BabyAll about having a baby: pregnant women in Washington tend to be older, well-informed, and assertive. What you should know about local hospitals, midwives, childbirth classes, gene testing, and more. more 2006 Great Home DesignLooking for well-made furniture? Good lamps? Beautiful rugs? Here's where to go for great furnishings. more Guide to JewelryFind articles about antique jewels, local artists, exotic gems, and a list of more than 40 places to buy fine jewelry, including diamonds, pearls, and custom creations. Learn about trends, appraisals, repair, and where to sell old jewelry. more 2005 Guide to Creating a Home OfficeHow to put together a productive and comfortable workspace--good places to buy furniture, getting organized, where to find computer help, tips for sharing an office, and more. more 2005 Guide to Home RepairNeed hardwood floors refinished? A lamp repaired? A vase glued back together? Here's where to get almost anything fixed. more 50 Top JournalistsTechnology is changing where we get our news. But great journalists still make a difference. So who sets the agenda? And what separates the best from the pretty good? more 2005 Great KitchensA chef's dream kitchen, how interesting Washingtonians cook, what's new in cabinets and appliances--plus good resources and how to avoid common mistakes. more Look Good, Feel Good 2004All you need for a new you: health-club ratings, top yoga studios, good personal trainers, the latest on teeth whitening, and laser vision correction, ways to look younger without surgery, and more. more Great Day SpasWhich local day spas are worth your money? Here are reviews of spas in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. 2004. more 2006 Love Your PetEverything you need to care for your dog or cat: top vets, pet sitters, kennels, and more. Plus—adopting a pet, how much is a pet worth, and what’s cool in fish, birds, and reptiles. more 2006 Thanksgiving Dining GuideNeed help planning your Thanksgiving meal? Here are tips on choosing and roasting a turkey, local chefs' recipes for cranberry sauce, and perfect wine pairings. more 2006 Men With StyleTen of the area's best-dressed men talk about fashion, where they shop, and tips on dressing for success. more Guide to Private SchoolsOur annual guide to private schools. Check out the latest on more than 300 private schools. Learn about boarding, coed, single sex, and special-needs private schools in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. more 2005 Washingtonian Great HairWashington's top salons and stylists . . . Where to get good color . . . Makeovers that work . . . How to have shiny, healthy hair . . . New help for hair loss more 2005 Great Places to WorkMore than 50 employers that offer great pay and benefits, interesting work, flexible schedules, and a chance to learn and grow. more Who We Are: A Million Immigrants Have Changed the Face of WashingtonMore than a million immigrants have come here in the past 30 years, and a million more are expected. They are transforming the region, pushing it far beyond its roots as a city defined by whites and blacks. This package covers religion, ethnic cuisine, celebration, and the next generation. more 2006 Powerful WomenWashington is home to some of the world's most formidable and talented women. The area's 100 most powerful defy the common wisdom about what it takes to succeed. This package covers Nan Aron, Patricia McGuire, Judith McHale, Olga Viso, Linda Cropp, Nancy Dorn, Catherine West, Elizabeth Nagel, and many other women to watch. more 2006 Spring FashionClothes shopping made easy, stylish women tell what they're buying for spring; favorite personal shoppers; secrets of home trunk shows; and this season's fashion advice. more Have More Fun | SportsFishing, golfing, pilates, rowing, tennis, and yoga more Planning a Visit to Baltimore, Frederick, or West VirginiaBeach or mountains? City or country? Whatever your pleasure, we've got a dream weekend. Spend a day in Baltimore, relax at a spa, check into a romantic inn, rent a great beach house, and lots more! All locations are easily accessible from the DC area. more 2006 Have More FunHere are 50 activities that can put excitement in your life--from outdoor adventures to learning something new to doing good. Plus, what interesting Washingtonians do for fun. more 2005 Insider's Guide to MuseumsAdventure learning, highlights and big shows, museum dining, and where to find things you're looking for. more 2006 Guide to Outdoor LivingBeautiful gardens, what you need to know about decks, how to get more privacy in your yard, plants that don't require a green thumb, what's new in grills, good landscape designers, and more more 2006 Guide to Home RemodelingKitchens without walls, outdoor rooms, energy-efficient additions, and other trends. Plus--going green, remodeling for less, which projects pay off, deciding whether you do need an architect, top remodelers, and more. more Weekend GetawaysBeach or mountains? City or country? Whatever your pleasure, we've got a dream weekend. Spend a day in Baltimore, relax at a spa, check into a romantic inn, rent a great beach house, and lots more! more 2006 Fall WeekendsGreat spa adventures, romantic city inns, biking Virginia's wine country, the best of New York, one perfect day trip, and other autumn getaways. Edited by Sherri Dalphonse more Top DentistsWe asked area dentists: Whom would you trust with your own family’s dental care? Here are their choices for Washington area’s top general dentists, periodontists, orthodontists, and more. more Top Doctors 2005Top Doctors 2005: Thousands of Washington, D.C. (DC), Maryland (MD), Virginia (VA) area physicians were asked: If someone in your family were sick, who would you call? Here are the results--a guide to 1,600 of the area's best doctors in 34 specialties more 2006 Great Places to LiveOur annual review of Great Places to live in the DC Metro area. more |
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