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Warm Weather Treats with Dolci Gelati

Beer Shakes, Sorbet Bellini’s, and of course:  gelato. These sweet items are the reasons you should visit Shaw’s

April 19, 2016
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Brunch Date: The Best Eggs Benedict in DC and Alexandria

Though everyone knows about my love affair with guacamole, right up next to the almighty avocado is my

April 16, 2016
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Happy Hour Date: Magnolia’s on King

My ideal Friday involves unwinding at a local bar with a cocktail in hand. These are not feelings

March 15, 2016
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Happy Hour Date Night…with friends… at Bistrot Royal

Hidden at the end of N. Royal Street in Alexandria, Bistrot Royal is no secret in the community.

March 1, 2016
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Date Night: Majestic Cafe in Alexandria

Alexandria’s Majestic Cafe is one of those tried and true places that everyone knows about. This past year,

November 20, 2015
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Happy Hour Recap: Magnolia’s on King

Leather seating, a fireplace, and good craft cocktails – is that too much to ask? There are a

November 10, 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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Happy Hour Recap: Majestic Cafe

Old friends and new joined us for last month’s happy hour at Old Town Alexandria’s Majestic Cafe. Under

October 5, 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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