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Date Night: The Partisan, DC

I have a nasty habit of comparing tough decisions to Sophie’s Choice. Every time I say it, I realize the severity of the analogy and instantly utter deep apologies. So if someone could please help me construct a less offensive comparison to having to decide where to eat on our trips back

October 6, 2016

Food and Drink Western New York

Date Night: Zambistro, Medina NY

If you asked us 2 months ago what we were most upset to leave behind in DC, we would have told you the proximity to talented chefs and amazing date nights. We would reassure ourselves that a mere 45 minute drive would land us on the doorstep of a trendy restaurant in

October 5, 2016

Date Night Our Life

Date Night Disaster.

I’m being dramatic. But that’s what our first “Date Night In” felt like on Friday. When we lived in Virginia, we waxed poetic about the cozy nights we would have in our renovated room once we were settled on the farm. After a month of dwelling on the living room floor, we’ve

October 3, 2016

Medina, NY Western New York

Ale in Autumn 2016 in Medina, NY

For years we’ve heard tales of Medina erupting with fall activity, hundreds of people taking to the streets of this small town to experience the first taste of autumn. For years we’ve longed to be a part of it, and this past weekend we finally got our chance. Let me say this:

September 30, 2016

Friday Minutes

2 Weeks of Friday Minutes: Fall Is Here!

As you may have realized, we didn’t publish last week’s Friday Minutes – life got crazy and travel plans got in the way. So here’s a look at two weeks of articles and posts that we loved reading, and some that made us extra excited for the fall season. You’ll be able

September 30, 2016

Adult Beverages Food and Drink Things To Do/ News Western New York

New Fall Cocktail Menu to Debut at Aro Bar de Tapas

After an exceptional first trip to Aro Bar de Tapas last month, we are thrilled to report that our 2nd trip will come just in time to experience the brand new fall cocktail menu, debuting tomorrow, September 30th. Two nights ago, Scott and I sat perched on stools at our favorite cocktail

September 29, 2016

{Family} Date Night: Hydraulic Hearth

Date Night: Waxlight Bar a Vin

Why I Love Weddings

6 Years Later and Full Circle

The Great Cucumber Catastrophe: Part 2

The Great Cucumber Catastrophe of 2025: Part 1

A Five Month Recap. Of Sorts.

Farmhouse Makeover: German Smear/Schmear

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

Thanksgiving in DC? Here are a few specials…

Date Night: Mythology, DC

Date Night: Cozy Cocktails at The Gibson, DC

#MedinaStrong

Midnight Tacos with Mariachi de Oro

Date Night (with Friends): Hotel Henry, Buffalo

Because….Tacos.

Introducing, Bowen Thoreau

Introducing, Bowen Thoreau

Hello, 2026.

Hello, 2026.

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