Outside the Takoma Metro station, this street art was gone within the week, but its proximity to the mouth of the tunnel leading to the elevator was a surprising start to the workday. And reminiscent of a Shel Silverstein book.
Category: West
Death Match: Teaism vs. Ebeneezer’s
In this corner, we have Teaism, purveyor of the famous salty oat cookie and owner of the needlessly long tea list. In the other corner, Ebeneezer’s is mellowly rearing to go. With soft pop rock on the radio and beyond friendly staff, they don’t need a cookie to put them in this fight. Teaism coffee…
…And That’s Why You Don’t Leave a Money Trail: Life Lessons on Integrity Courtesy of Woodward, Bernstein, and Vedral
In my younger and more vulnerable years, my father taught me a life lesson that I’ve been turning over in my mind ever since.* “You don’t want to end up like Chuck Colson, and go to prison in order to know Jesus. That’s why it’s important to have integrity.” The story you’re about to read…
Remember? Bygone Days
Since the Internet seems to be a fan of these “remember this thing?” memes, I bring you this one. We know where it is, but we may not all immediately recognize what it is. Or was. Right now it’s just a spot to rest a backpack. What could Metro use these old stations? New York…
Potbelly Ice Cream Sandwich: Which Flavor Goes Well with Shame?
DC residents all know Potbelly—the local chain that specializes in delicious sandwiches, cookies and ice cream milkshakes that all make you feel bad about yourself. Seriously. Even their new Mediterranean vegetable sandwich is enough to make you understand that you’ve disappointed your family. The restaurant also offers salads, but no one knows what they are…
Restaurant Review: Viking Quest
Today’s post comes from contributor Ryan White. Read more “low-brow redundancy” here and more over the top wit here. Though Washington, DC is known more as a destination for politicians rather than foodies, the culinary scene in our nation’s capital has flourished over the past few years. Some of the world’s most renowned chefs have…
Ms. Vedral Goes To Washington: Tru Confession from a Wannabe Desi Girl
I love South Asian culture. I love it. I can’t get enough of the food (Saag Paneer? Chicken Korma Masala? Naan? Yes please). My favorite type of dancing (besides hip hop) is bhangra and I typically have no less than 10 bhangra songs on my iPod at any given time. If it wasn’t completely weird…
Jaleo’s New Atmosphere and New Prices
Though not really that new, Jaleo’s redesigned interior blew me away on a recent visit. As a tried-and-true Chinatown happy hour spot, I stopped in to check out the new digs before heading to the theater next door. The fresh design is half Madrid, half fun: there’s a toro (bull) head mounted on the wall…
PSA: D.C. Parents and Students Protest Cuts to School Librarians
Parents Give Out Baked Treats Outside Mayor’s Office to Raise Awareness and Funds for 16,000 Students (57 Schools) With No Librarian This Fall! Parents Tell Mayor and Chancellor – “Our Children Need Librarians!” D.C. Parents [will gather from 8am to 11am] gathered today outside the Mayor’s Office to protest the sudden cuts of school librarians from…
DC Style Is Real 