Open only since 2017, the Washington DC Wharf has become the most popular destination in the city this summer. This development, which is set to expand in 2021, is a community beloved by visitors and locals alike. Perched along the Wharf’s one-mile-long boardwalk, nearly every restaurant features views of the Washington Channel. With a variety…
Imagine a wonderland bursting with flowers, fountains and waterfalls. Blossoms hang from the ceiling; scents from orchids and flowering vines tickle your nose. No, this is not a conservatory, though it’s as close you can get in downtown Philadelphia. What you’ve entered is the fairy-tale landscape of the 2019 Philadelphia Flower Show inside the Philadelphia…
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Brandywine Valley’s Longwood Gardens is one of the most romantic destinations in the MidAtlantic. These magnificent planned gardens were built by a member of the DuPont Family and features breathtaking year-round plantings on view. In 2017, Longwood Gardens became USA Today’s choice for the best public garden in America. In 1907, third generation scion Pierre S.…
Want to start a new tradition, or do something new during the holiday season? All around the MidAtlantic, there are towns rolling out their most festive decorations and hosting their most entertaining activities. If you’re looking for a place to take the family or hoping for a romantic couple’s getaway this December, consider these two…
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Friends ask me nearly every day, “Where should I eat in Washington DC?” (I’ve become a resource since I’ve been writing about restaurants for the last 15 years). But there are so many great places, it’s hard to recommend one or two. Whether you’re visiting for a day or live here, one way to experience…
Many weekends, I hop on the Metro and head down to my favorite DC neighborhood, Capitol Hill. Capitol Hill’s boundaries begin east of the U.S. Capitol and encompass many important landmarks, including the United States Supreme Court, Union Station, the Library of Congress and Barracks Row. Architecturally diverse homes dating back to the late 19th…
What makes a restaurant kid-friendly? Families say it’s having a kids’ menu with healthy options. Others say it’s when restaurants distribute crayons and games. Some moms and dads want inexpensive food, clean booster seats, and a friendly, patient wait staff. But parents agree—the best places have all those features. So here is a short list…
Every New Yorker knows a secret that I’m going to share with you in two words– Lower Manhattan. If your family has vacationed in New York City, you’ve likely explored Central Park, caught a Broadway show or perhaps toured the Manhattan Zoo. But you may not have toured the Manhattan region that local families know and love.…
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Pupusas at Salvadorian restaurants Why you need to try it: Cheesy goodness oozes out of this flash fried corn flour pancake, sometimes packed with beans or meat if you prefer. It’s the national dish of the El Salvador, and lucky for us, there is a huge population of El Salvadorians in and around Washington. Pupusas…
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