It’s rare not to hear the name Joel Salatin thrown around in conversations about the local food movement. And rightfully so. He and his family, who run the beyond organic Polyface Farm, are as influential, charismatic, and passionate as everyone says. It…
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The veg scene in DC is growing fast, and for good reason! Eating less meat is better for the planet and for our health – plus it can be downright delicious. Luckily, diners now have two more meat-free meal options in the DC…
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From Eater DC by Lani Furbank: “While themed establishments like Rainforest Café and Medieval Times boast three-ring-circus-worthy entertainment during dinner, there are other ways to spice up a classy meal without a full-fledged theatrical production. Plenty of DC restaurants offer…
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From Eater DC by Lani Furbank: “In the French countryside, people don’t obsess over pumpkin spice flavored baguettes or Camembert as soon as the fall weather hits. Instead, Normans sip on a complex glass of fruity yet earthy Calvados. It’s…
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Two giveaways in one week sounds too good to be true…but it’s not! The Take Back Your Health Conference is a two day health conference that focuses on fitness, natural foods, green living, spirituality, and holistic health. It’s taking place this…
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The Taste of Georgetown is celebrating it’s 22nd year this Saturday, October 3rd, and I am so excited to be able to offer you all the chance to win tasting tickets in Lani’s Cup of Tea’s first ever GIVEAWAY! Thank…
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Earlier this year, I had the chance to hang out at Heritage Hollow Farm with four pigs sporting ‘dos that could rival Shirley Temple. Farmers Mike and Molly Peterson just welcomed a rare heritage breed of pigs to their four-legged family: the Mangalitsa! These…
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James Bond may prefer his martini shaken, not stirred, but why should you have to choose? With Bar Dupont’s new Shaken & Stirred Lab, you have the chance to learn about all the various methods of making classy cocktails, worthy of Mr. Bond’s sophisticated…
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From Eater DC by Lani Furbank: “Mom isn’t around to pack that PB&J sack lunch anymore, so it’s every man for himself when the afternoon hits. There are already lots of options around the city, but a few newcomers are…
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In Chevy Chase, the southern hospitality of Macon, Georgia meets the classy bistro atmosphere of Mâcon, France at Macon Bistro & Larder. Owner Tony Brown, a Macon, Georgia native who has lived in Chevy Chase for 15 years, opened Macon in May of…
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