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5 Reasons Why Instagram “Stories” is Better than Snapchat (and how to use it!)

Let’s face it: this is the newest social media outbreak since Facebook changed how to “like” a photo.

August 4, 2016
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7 Ways to Master Your Engagement Session

If there is one thing that our families love to joke about, it’s the sheer volume of engagement

July 18, 2016
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Cocktails and Bubbles: 6 Drinks to Enjoy this Summer

Summer: the warmest months of the year can only be cooled by good air conditioning, a pool, and

June 30, 2016
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DC Weather Got You Down? Here’s a list of things to keep you preoccupied.

Oh thank God, it’s raining out – AGAIN! I was beginning to get worried that the puddles were

May 13, 2016
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DC Guacamole: Al’s Unofficial-Official Guide to Guac in the DMV

Happy Cinco de Mayo, friends! Since it happens to be my favorite holiday of the year, I thought I

May 5, 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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11 things to do in DC this spring

Spring is finally here! Fresh flowers, open windows, and outdoor patios are upon us. With a new season

March 25, 2016
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Living Together: 2 Year Recap

You never truly know someone until you’ve lived with them. For just over two years, Alix and I’ve

February 25, 2016
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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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