Food & Drink

Hold the Wheat – CeliaC Bakery

Tysons Corner-based property manager Are Andresen loves the fresh-baked aroma of cinnamon rolls, but until recently he could not indulge. After a series of unexplained illnesses, he was diagnosed with gluten intolerance in 2010. “I would go crazy when I went by Cinnabon,” he says. “That smell. My mouth watered and I was depressed.”

Tea Time – House of Steep

Love a cup of tea on a chilly day? House of Steep is betting that your feet may love one, too. In addition to its menu of loose-leaf teas and small plates, the Cherrydale establishment offers tea-infused foot baths to customers seeking respite from the cold ...

Vegan Vino – Vegan Sommelier

Cautious vegans John Kerr and Gina Trippi like to enjoy a nice glass of wine when the workday is done. But not just any wine. Even a vintage that earns a near-perfect 99-point score from Wine Spectator may not match their standards.

A La Cart – Dim Sum

We adore dim sum (Cantonese for “heart’s delight”)—the multitude of steamed, baked, fried or roasted little nibbles that...

Excuse Me…Do You Have a Parents’ Menu?

A discerning mom-to-be seeks out eateries that cater to little ones while still offering dishes a parent can love.

Home Plate September/October 2012

Speakeasies, sweets on the go, and more

Game On

Where can you go to watch sports around town? Here’s the lineup.

Restaurant Review: Green Pig Bistro

Clarendon's newest bistro serves up daring dishes in a space that makes diners feel at home.
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Restaurant Review: 2941

Decadent but dressed down, 2941 waves good-bye to the white-glove fuss of its former self.

Home Plate July/August 2012

Latin cuisine, wine shops and more

Home Plate November/December 2011

Bakery, Espresso, and more.

Local Flavor

Eleven chefs dish on their passions and aversions, their culinary influences and their favorite places to eat, shop and play around town.