When I was a kid, I absolutely loved reading Choose Your Own Adventure books. I always thought they were so whimsical and creative, and got a kick out of getting to choose each decision step by step to see where the story would take me. A few weeks ago, when it came time
OVERVIEW: The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm is both a revered establishment for DC foodies, as well as a bit of a hidden gem. This restaurant frequently makes appearances on regional “best of” lists, yet many have never heard of it. It features a creative, regionally-focused tasting menu that changes weekly. Only
Trip Overview: To say that a weekend in Hershey is a sweet escape is quite the understatement. There's literally chocolate everywhere. The streetlights are topped with jumbo Hershey's kisses, the coffee's roasted with cocoa beans, the people are all as nice as can be and -- heck -- in certain places even the air
My springtime love affair with the cherry blossoms in DC hits a new high after an early weekday morning visit to the Tidal Basin.
“While you weren’t looking, Richmond got cool.” This statement from Frommers as it named Richmond one of its top places to visit to 2014 has recently kicked off a flurry of national recognition for Virginia’s capitol city that to many is long overdue. Indeed, Richmond offers visitors much more than just
I feel like I'm always out eating at some of the region's most buzz-worthy restaurants. Often, I'm that person who lets my food get cold while I'm busy photographing my dishes from every angle, and I figured it was time to put all of those food photos to use! So today, I'm pleased
After an especially brutal winter, I think everyone is like me: eagerly awaiting the warmth and new life that comes with spring this year. This weekend, I spent an afternoon the National Arboretum, a place I've long heard about but hadn't yet visited. I can happily report some good news...
A brand new "Ask Chris" question comes to us fresh from Facebook. And, off we go! Dear Chris, My hubby and I are hoping to do a short trip away with our baby for the first time next month during spring break. Do you have any favorite local spots (within 1-2 hours
There’s nothing like springtime in our nation’s capital. Once the ground thaws and the trees finally start to blossom, Washington D.C. becomes abuzz with cheery positivity... just about everyone seems to have an extra spring in their step. But, the secret's out and people come from all over the nation to
Richmond, Virginia is in the midst of a serious foodie revolution. Craft breweries, artisan bakeries, mixology hotspots, independent coffee houses and inspired farm-to-fork eateries are popping up all over Virginia's capital city, giving this southern gem a surprisingly hipper, Pacific Northwest vibe. In recent months, publications like Frommer's and the New York Magazine have
Trip Overview: This DC Day Trip is perfect for those looking for a last minute afternoon out of the city. With more than 1,400 farms spread out over 200,000 acres, Frederick County is truly an escape to a simpler time. Here, winding country roads, open fields and fresh country air await in
This past weekend, I drove to Frederick, Maryland for a blogger preview of it's upcoming 2014 Restaurant Week (March 3-9, 2014). Frederick is my hometown, and I was particularly excited to participate in the event to see what's changed with the culinary scene in the years since I've left. I've named Frederick
