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After three years of hamburgers and fries for Valentine’s Day, Alix and I decided it was finally time

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This weekend is a momentous one for us for several reasons. 3 years ago I surprised my new

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News Around Town: Valentine’s Day in DC

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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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