Every year the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington sponsors an annual fundraiser event, the Rammys (the reference is obvious!). Participants vote online for their pick of the best restaurant in several key categories: Fine Dining,... »
Country Western and Old Town Alexandria don't seem synonymous, but Nick's Nightclub at 642 S. Pickett Street is one popular venue. Nick's is known for live country music shows and is also a local... »
Easter is too frequently associated with dyed eggs and bunnies, but it is a major family event. As a significant tradition in many American households, having the right wine makes Easter even better.To help celebrate, Alexandria's... »
The Washington DC area is celebrating the 100th Centennial of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the area's much loved spring tradition.One of the best ways to see the blossom is from a river cruise, and Alexandria'... »
The Washington DC area is celebrating the 100th Centennial of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the area's much loved spring tradition.One of the best ways to see the blossom is from a river cruise, and Alexandria'... »
One of the mainstays in the Old Town Alexandria restaurant scene is Jackson 20. The dining space is elegant and comfortable--upscale but not too much so. The bar is a bit small but offers equal ambiance. And... »
Twelve years ago, the George Washington Birthday Celebration Committee was looking for a way to get the local restaurants involved.Sharon Sobel, who served on the committee for the past 12 years, said, “We had talked about various kinds... »
Old Town's Annual Ballyshaner's 30th Annual Saint Patricks' Parade is this Saturday, March 3rd. A much loved annual tradition, the Ballyshaners have held this parade annually since 1982 and the parade has become one of... »
In today's incredible 60 degree February weather, four of Alexandria's best known chefs competed in an event at Mount Vernon.Chef Cathal Armstrong, of Restaurant Eve, Chef David Guas of Bayou Bakery, Chefs Christophe and Michelle... »
Yesterday stated the traditional week-long New Orleans celebration that's become a national holiday activity--much like Saint Patrick's Day. While Old Town Alexandria is not known as a Mardi Gras town, there is at... »
A local to Alexandria, Michelle's life was not always school, work, home and church like it is today. She struggled with addictions and legal problems. Today she is helping to bring attention to a fundraiser being... »
The legendery Hotel Bentley was one of the only four star hotels located in Alexandria Lousiaina in the 1980's. It has had guests reside in the rooms of this historic landmark like the late Major General George... »
This year will mark the eighth year of a classic DC Cystic Fibrosis fundraiser. On March 3rd, a variety of craft brewers and area restaurants, including Alexandria's newest brewery, Port City, will come together for the 8th... »
Cra'Neisha Trusty, a 16 year old Alexandria area resident, struts her stuff in her amazing ensemble. She uses floral prints, exhaulted from her tough, ripped stockings and handbag, plus captures a boyish charm from... »
Valentine's is just around the corner and it's time to make reservations now to take advantage of some of the menu deals in Old Town Alexandria. One can't go wrong with good French... »
