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DC Minute Happy Hour at Brabo- Thank you!!

Almost 3 years ago, I was packing the rest of my things to head south to Alexandria. I

August 3, 2016
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DCMinuteHH Recap: Bastille, Old Town

Last Thursday, we had our first DCMinute Happy Hour of 2016 at Bastille in Old Town, Alexandria. Over

June 7, 2016
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DCMinute Happy Hour is BACK June 2nd!!

The rain will eventually turn to sunshine and blue skies, and our next happy hour will be upon

May 20, 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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Holiday Happy Hour with Alexandria’s Bistrot Royal

It might be getting cold outside, but that’s no excuse to start hibernating. We think there is one

November 23, 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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Next DC Minute Happy Hour at Magnolia’s On King!

Have you tried the new Magnolia’s On King in Old Town? As some of you already know, October

October 6, 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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