Ashburn Bagel Shop: Tasty Breakfast Fare

Start your morning at Ashburn Bagel Shop. The owner really cares about the product he's providing. Don't be surprised if he remembers you on return visits. There are a few tables inside the cozy shop but most people order to go. The menu is split between breakfast and lunch fare. Dig into a delicious, fresh bagel sandwich for breakfast and come back for a sandwich at lunch. There are plenty of bagel flavors to choose from like Sun Dried Tomato, Cheddar, Egg, Blueberry, Cinnamon Rasin, and more. The bagels are fresh baked every day. All the sandwiches are made to order. Ashburn Bagel Shop does get busy on weekends but the line moves quickly. 

Ashburn Bagel Shop
43930 Farmwell Road
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 858-5883
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ashburn-bagel-shop-ashburn

4 Craft Inspiration Apps

Crafting encompasses a lot of different hobbies from drawing, painting, knitting, scrapbooking, and more. Instead of turning to books when you need inspiration, there are now a lot of apps available right at the tip of your fingers. Check out these apps when you want to get crafty!

Pinterest
With categories designed for crafts and DIY, Pinterest is a great place to start looking for inspiration for a new project or store projects you want to try. Just save your favorite pins, and you will have all your project inspiration available when you need them.

Michaels
All the resources of the crafting store is in one place with Michaels' app. There is a shopping list creator, daily inspiration, and tips for projects. 

Craftgawker
Stuck on what to make next? Turn to Craftgawker, a visual inspiration board devoted to crafts. With crafts of all types from paper projects to knitting you are sure to find something. Save your favorite projects to come back to later. 

Craft Finder
Find crafts based on age and skill level. You can organize crafts by completed, work in progress, or projects you want to make. Each craft comes with step by step instructions to walk you through each project.

Cafe Opera: Tasty Chinese Fare

Cafe Opera might be tiny, but it packs big taste. Chinese fare is what’s cooking and the ambiance is enhanced by opera films projected onto one of the walls. Stop by at lunchtime to partake of their flavorful specials at a bargain price. Lunch specials include Hunan Chicken, Sweet & Sour Chicken and General Tso’s Chicken. Other entrée options on the menu feature Shrimp with Cashew Nuts, Sweet & Sour Shrimp, Moo Shi Pork, Mongolian Beef, Eggplant in Hot Garlic Sauce, Beef with Black Pepper Sauce, Kung Pao Tofu and Sichuan Beef. Beer, wine and cocktails are served. All orders are available for carry out and delivery. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Cafe Opera
43170 Southern Walk Plaza, Suite 108
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 729-7700
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-opera-ashburn

Fabulous Warm Weather Make-Up Tips

If you're hoping to freshen up your make-up routine this spring, here are five great tips for make-up that will make your style really shine!

Apply Bronzers
Adding some bronzer to your skin. It will give you summer tones without the harmful effects of the suns rays. On top of that, the new color you get will allow you to get by with less makeup. That's great, because less is more when it comes to warm weather makeup.

Use Cheek Stain
By using a light stain on your cheeks, you can bring out a natural-looking glow that will make you appear sun-kissed before you even set foot outside. Just a little bit can make a world of difference!

Shelve the Heavy Lipsticks
Skip lip makeup when the weather gets warmer, or keep it simple with a clear or lightly tinted balm. You'll get some subtle color, and also the added protection from the sun with the SPF that many lip balms have.

Purchase Primers
Sweat is not makeup's friend, and is a challenge that the warmer months often bring. Primers allow your foundation to stay in place significantly longer by creating a much-needed barrier between makeup and skin, and they help you to look fabulous without fear of smudges and creases.

Use a Brush 
Instead of applying foundation and moisturizer with your fingers, use a brush instead. Doing so will prevent extra oil from getting into your skin. Rubbing it in with your hands will often take moisture out of your face at the same time it's absorbing it.

Urban Bar-B-Que Company: Slow Smoked

Want BBQ classics? Head to Urban Bar-B-Que Company. Sidle up to a yummy starter like Sweet Tater Tots, Urban Wings, Smothered Fries or Redneck Fondue with house made tortilla chips. Move on to the main deal with a sandwich or a plate with your choice of meat. Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket, Pulled Chicken, Smoked Sausage, and St. Louis Smoked Pork Ribs are among the options. You can also get a quarter, half or whole chicken. Pair up your meal with some savory sides like coleslaw, collard greens, potato salad, mac & cheese, ranch beans, mashed potatoes & gravy, cornbread or house cut fries. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Urban Bar-B-Que Company
44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza, Suite 151
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 858-7226
http://www.yelp.com/biz/urban-bar-b-que-company-ashburn

4 Mickey Mouse Club Singers That Are Famous Today

Some of our favorite pop stars got their starts in the Mickey Mouse Club. The original Mickey Mouse Club aired from 1955 to 1959. The All New Mickey Mouse Club aired from the late 80s to the 90s and launched the careers of some of our favorite celebrities, including these three mega-stars:

Justin Timberlake
Way before his solo career, Mr. JT got his start singing and dancing on the Mickey Mouse Club. While he came onto our radar as the lead singer of N'SYNC, he has now also become a movie star and an entrepreneur.

Ryan Gosling
The actor who won our hearts by starring as the leading man in The Notebook got his start as a member of the Mickey Mouse Club. Before he won an Academy Award, Gosling showed off his singing and dancing skills as a part of the club.

Christina Aguilera
Aguilera also got her start on the Mickey Mouse Club. In addition to her hit pop songs, she also works as a celebrity judge on the hit TV show The Voice!

Lost Rhino Brewing Company: Big Taste

Looking for a cool spot to chill out with a beer and a bite? Lost Rhino Brewing Company is your go-to place. Go there to hook up with friends while sipping something tasty like their Rhino Chasers Pils, New River Pale Ale, Holy Brew Honey Blonde or Face Plant IPA. Order up something to munch on from their appetizer menu. Bavarian Pretzels with German mustard, a California Sampler with guacamole, pico de gallo, black bean salsa & tortilla chips, and a Charcuterie Plate with local sausage & roasted pepper feta spread are among the nosh choices. Bigger appetites will want to chow down on Naan Flatbread Pizza, Asian Duck Tacos, or a Jerk Chicken Wrap with pineapple & bacon. Open Tuesday through Sunday.

Lost Rhino Brewing Company
21730 Red Rum Drive, Suite 142
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 291-2083
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lost-rhino-brewing-company-ashburn

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Brew & View

What could be better than watching a great flick while chowing down on a tasty meal and sipping a frothy artisan-brewed beer? If this sounds like your idea of a great time, head to Alamo Drafthouse Cinema and get your brew & view on. Order up a Bottomless Popcorn, a Baked Pretzel with German mustard, and some Chips & Dip and settle in for your cinematic ride. If your tummy requires a full meal, they can do that, too. Burgers come in beef, veggie or chicken and offer seven choices of combo toppings that include Prosciutto & Goat Cheese, Mushroom & Cheddar, Avocado & Pesto, and Green Chili & Cheese. Salads, sandwiches, wraps, milk shakes and dessert are also on the menu.

Open every day. See the website for movie schedules.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
20575 East Hampton Plaza
Exchange Street
Ashburn, VA 20147
(571) 293-6808
http://www.yelp.com/biz/alamo-drafthouse-ashburn

When It’s Warm Out, Enjoy These Activities!

Warm weather beckons us to move outdoors. If the sunshine is calling you outside, here are a few ways to make the most of those sunny days.

Nature Walk
Head outdoors and commune with nature. Venture to the local park and take in the beauty of your environment as you fill your lungs with fresh air.

Attend a Sporting Event
Whether you get tickets to a minor league baseball game or attend your child’s lacrosse tournatment, getting outdoors to enjoy some good old-fashioned competition is what great weather is all about!

Picnic
If you find yourself graced with a lovely weekend day, pack a picnic and enjoy your meal outside. Bring a book so that after your lunch, you can enjoy some leisure reading.

Play a Game
Act like a kid and invite a friend to play a casual game of one-on-one basketball. Or grab your tennis racket and head to the court. Don’t worry about keeping score, just enjoy being outside!

Moby Dick: House of Kabobs

When you're in the mood for kabobs, Moby Dick is one of the best places to go in Ashburn. The self proclaimed House of Kabob is serving perfectly marinated, tender meat on a stick. For a reasonable price you will receive a generous portion of well seasoned meat. Choose from steak, lamb, or chicken. Combination platters are also available. Each meal comes with rice and fresh baked pita bread. Dip your meat into one of the sauces like the cucumber yogurt sauce or fresh herb sauce. Vegetarian options are also on the menu. Check out the great lunchtime specials featured Monday through Friday. 

Moby Dick
20020 Ashbrook Commons Plaza
Ashburn, VA 20149
(703) 858-3999
http://www.yelp.com/biz/moby-dick-ashburn

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