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          The Great Cucumber Catastrophe: Part 2

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          A Five Month Recap. Of Sorts.

          July 20, 2022

          Farmhouse Makeover: German Smear/Schmear

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          Date Night: Mythology, DC

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          Date Night: Cozy Cocktails at The Gibson, DC

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          #MedinaStrong

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An Open Letter – Just Say No to the “Holiday Rush”

Today is November 3rd, and for the first time this season, I stumbled upon a message on Facebook

November 3, 2015
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Alexandria Film Festival Hosts Alexandria Premiere of Mercy Street

Film festivals seem to come in an abundance these days, but we’ve found one we really can’t wait

October 30, 2015
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Restaurant Opening: Lena’s Wood-fired Pizza and Tap in Alexandria

We took a sneak peak at Lena’s Wood-fired Pizza and Tap last week, and think it’s time we

October 26, 2015
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One Year Engaged!

On October 23rd last year, I was on my way home after a late night of parent conferences

October 23, 2015
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3 Events to Attend this Month! (and GIVEAWAY!)

As I sit here at my computer I’m shocked to realize it’s already October 21! This seems even

October 21, 2015
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Date Night: 1789 Restaurant

Washington DC is a scintillating combination of history and modernity, and often we are so caught up in

October 21, 2015
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Date Night: Revisiting Mason Social in Alexandria

With so many great restaurants in Washington, DC it’s easy to forget all the wonderful experiences we’ve had

October 15, 2015
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We’re TWO!!!

Two years old, that is. Yesterday was officially two years from our very first post, The First Minute.

October 13, 2015
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We're Scott and Al. For over a decade, we’ve been writing side by side, tracing our journey from city streets in DC to country roads in Western New York. Along the way, we’ve shared our table, our dreams, and now our hearts as new parents. This blog is where we gather it all — the flavors, the wonder, the quiet moments and beautiful chaos — embracing every minute of this wild and ordinary life.

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