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          Farmhouse Makeover: German Smear/Schmear

          February 10, 2022

          It’s National Margarita Day- Celebrate Accordingly in WNY and DC!

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          November 21, 2016

          Date Night: Mythology, DC

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          Date Night: Cozy Cocktails at The Gibson, DC

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          #MedinaStrong

          March 19, 2020

          Midnight Tacos with Mariachi de Oro

          July 21, 2018

          Date Night (with Friends): Hotel Henry, Buffalo

          October 31, 2017

          Because….Tacos.

          October 4, 2017
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For nothing in particular, but everything. For teaching me how to throw that softball, cast that line, mow

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Yesterday was all about Fuck Cancer. Today is all about the FIGHT. And believe me when I say

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The addition of a shrub to a cocktail is nothing short of an acquired taste, and I, too,

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What’s in a Name?

This is the story about how I made up an entirely new identity. And why I chose not

April 18, 2018
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The NEW Shirt Factory: Phase 1

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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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