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Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano: Herndon’s Italian Kitchen

April 10, 2013 by

A perfect place for a date or a special occasion for a large party, Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano’s atmosphere is charming, cozy, and makes you feel like you’re in an Italian family’s living room. The wine list is extensive, the staff is acknowledgeable about its wines, and you can get a good bottle of wine for a reasonable price. The specialty here is the veal chop, which is a bit pricey, but you’re assured a juicy, tender piece of meat with sauce that perfectly complements the assortment of flavors. You can get huge portions of food for both lunch and dinner, but if you plan to have dinner, be sure to make a reservation as it’s always packed after 6 o’clock. Save room for dessert because Zeffirelli boasts some delicious Italian favorites like a classic tiramisu and mixed berries with a light Italian custard.

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano
728 Pine Street
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 318-7000

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Do You Suffer From Dry Skin? Below Are Some Great Tips

April 5, 2013 by

If you suffer from dry, flaky skin, it can be both uncomfortable and embarrassing. If you're looking for some remedies for your dry skin, try these helpful tips below.

Eat Well
Did you know that hydrating your skin begins with your diet? Antioxidants and essential fatty acids are two essential things your skin needs to stay hydrated. So, to help your skin, fill up with foods such as spinach, broccoli, salmon, beans, and nuts.

Hit the Gym
Exercise promotes circulation and increases blood flow, and that results in healthy, rejuvenated skin. And, believe it or not, all that sweat is a natural moisturizer!

Hydrate
Drink a minimum of six glasses of water daily. If your home's air system contributes to your dry skin, invest in a humidifier to put some moisture back in the air.

Stay Dry
Shower just once a day, or even every other day. Water washes away your skin’s natural oils that keep your skin moisturized.

Prepare
After you shower, dry off well using an absorbent towel. After you're completely dry, use an alcohol-free moisturizer.

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Smartest Magazines For Women

March 29, 2013 by

Print lives! Even in our days of Facebook and iPads, printed magazines offer tactile and visual pleasures all their own. Here are five of the most delightful women's magazines available today. Try one next time you'd like to curl up with a good magazine at home at BLVD l Loudoun Station.

W Magazine
Full of sopisticated takes on style and living, W is a highly sophisticated fashion magazine. Gorgeous photography and great articles fill this elegant, over-sized publication, making it an essential read.

O, The Oprah Magazine
This relatively new magazine by Oprah Winfrey is all about empowering women and encouraging personal growth. Covering a wide range of topics, everything from fitness to career choices, this magazine is a valuable asset for the 21st century woman.

Prevention
With an emphasis on family health, Prevention works off of the basic premise that little changes can yield big results. It offers a friendly voice on issues of health, exercise, and nutrition, and is full of comprehensive and intelligent writing.

Bust
Tapping into women's issues intelligently and with a strong feminist perspective, Bust is a groundbreaking lifestye magazine. Its writing covers pop culture, news, music and book reviews, and a strong editorial voice that a strong, independent woman can read with pride.

Cooking Light
Unlike a lot of other food magazines, Cooking Light matches recipes with smart writing on health and fitness issues. This magazine is very educational and doesn't condescend, making it a good resource for nutritional information.

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TurCuisine: Herndon Mediterranean Cuisine

March 27, 2013 by

Located in Herndon, Virginia, TurCuisine is winning the hearts and stomachs of diners with a tasty array of Turkish dishes served up in a modern, upscale setting in the Worldgate Shopping Center. Start off with an appetizer like creamy hummus and pita bread, or Kizartma, fried zucchini and eggplant in a garlic yogurt sauce. Better yet, get the Meze Tabagi, a sampler plate that lets you try a variety of regional dishes. Entrees include the house specialty Doner Kebab, grilled lamb, and beef served with rice and veggies, Beef Shish Kebabs, Cyprus Chicken, and Manti, which is a sort of ravioli with the influences of Mediterranean cuisine. Stop in at the bar for a cocktail and a nice variety of small plates. TurCuisine is open every day for lunch and dinner. 

13029 Worldgate Drive
Herndon, VA 20170
(571) 323-3330
 
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Dressing for Career Fairs and Job Interviews

March 22, 2013 by

When preparing for a career fair or job interview, keep in mind the quote “dress for the job you want, not the job you have". Potential employers want to see you dressed as you would be for your first day at the office. This first visual impression is an important one, so make it easy for them to picture you "fitting in" at their office. Since college attire often consists of sweat pants and flip-flops, here are some pointers for entering the business realm:

1. Do some research into the dress code of your desired workplace with the help of your college career center, online research, or possibly through current employees. Then, take it up a notch – you’re aiming to dress the way they would for an important meeting or presentation. This may be an opportunity where you want to ask your parents to go shopping with you, for their advice and (fingers-crossed) financial help.

2. After you get the clothes, take care of them by ironing or dry cleaning, if necessary.  If you nail the style, but have a wrinkled shirt or runs in your stockings, you won't give off a polished, professional first impression.

3. Success can be in the subtle details. Cover up tattoos, remove distracting piercings, and appropriately style your hair. Women should wear minimal make-up and nude stockings with skirts. And, or course, always wear a smile.

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The Fresh Food Benefits of Joining a CSA

March 20, 2013 by

The local, organic food movement is in full swing, and if you’re interested in jumping on the band wagon, think about joining a CSA. What’s a CSA? It’s Community Supported Agriculture. You sign up for a “share” of a local farm’s harvest, and each week you’re graced with hearty veggies and plump fruit. As you would imagine, the food is not only fresh, delicious, and better for you, but you’re also supporting your local community by participating. You can visit Local Harvest to find a CSA near you!

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Tips for Writing a Cover Letter

March 15, 2013 by

Cover letters give you an opportunity to expand upon your resume’s bullet points, so take advantage of the chance to show off your abilities along with displaying your stellar writing skills. A good cover letter can truly set you apart from the competition.

Get specific
Your resume probably catalogues your work experience, but you should use your cover letter to specify and amplify. Without making it overly long, spend some time in your cover letter expanding on the tasks you performed in specific jobs and highlight skills relevant to the posted position. And whenever possible, quantify the specific contributions you made!

Get personal
You should personalize every cover letter you send out. Companies like to feel that you’re interested in working with them and only them. Include specifics about the company and the position; let them know you took the time to thoroughly read the job posting and visit their website. Express why this particular company and job interest you, and what skills and training you have for the listed job that makes you the right fit for the job.

Copy and paste with discretion
Since you’re sending out more than one cover letter, you can save some time and energy by copying certain details such as education background from one to the next.  Also, you can possibly begin with a few templates like “Non-profit Cover Letter” or “Business Cover Letter” and change accordingly for specific companies.

Re-read!
Little mistakes, such as typos, can cost you an interview, so re-read and edit carefully. Get someone else to read over your letter – fresh eyes will often catch errors you overlooked, and they can also offer feedback.

 

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Yen’s Cafe: Classic Chinese Cuisine

March 14, 2013 by

At Yen's Cafe, you can enjoy Chinese food, beautifully presented at reasonable prices. Featuring a menu of classic Chinese cuisine, Yen's Cafe complements that fare with a variety of juice concoctions, like banana-strawberry and mango-grapefruit juice, along with a long list of herbal teas. Of course, the food is the highlight and the tastes are memorable. The eggdrop wonton soup is a satisfying start to a meal; among entrees you'll find classic dishes like kung pao shrimp, giant prawns, crispy beef, baby shrimp with scallions, and General Tso's chicken. Follow your main course with one of Yen's Cafe's homemade desserts: some favorites include buns filled with sesame paste and red bean donut holes. Yen's Cafe has reasonable prices, attentive service, and a welcoming environment, making it a popular restaurant not far from BLVD l Loudoun Station in Ashburn, Virginia.

Yen's Cafe
43490 Yukon Drive
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 723-8811
http://www.yelp.com/biz/yens-cafe-ashburn

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Panna: An Awesome Digital Cooking Magazine

March 8, 2013 by

Panna is an awesome new bi-monthly digital cooking magazine that is delivered directly to your iPad. It's video-based, which makes it easy to enjoy without having to scroll through by hand. That means you can keep it playing while you follow along in your very own kitchen.

To get it, you'll download a free app to your iPad from Apple's online store, then choose a subscription. One issue is just under $6, while an annual subscription with six full issues is $24.95. 

Inside, you'll find recipes with video instructions presented by professional chefs, some of which are cooking in their very own home kitchens. They'll help walk you through each step, so you'll avoid having to spend time deciphering written instructions.

 To learn more about Panna, click here.

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Washington and Old Dominion Regional Park

March 6, 2013 by
The Washington and Old Dominion Regional Park has been called "the skinniest park in Virginia" — it's primarily a 100 foot wide, 45 mile long trail for walkers, joggers, and cyclists. This multi-use trail stretches all the way from Ashburn to Purcellville, Virginia, sitting on the roadbed of an historic old rail line once used to transport troops and supplies during the Civil War. Now a park, the Washington and Old Dominion Regional Park makes it easy to exercise in a safe environment that's largely free of the hustle and bustle of car traffic. Here you can ride or run in a natural environment with varied scenery, flora, and fauna. Occasionally, the trail is punctuated by towns and other spots, making it easy to stop and grab a quick drink or a bite to eat. Primarily frequented by cyclists, joggers, and runners, the trail can have a fast-paced feel at times, making the pace a little too quick for younger kids. Fortunately, families can enjoy an adjacent 32 mile long unpaved trail that's perfect for a more leisurely stroll. Runners, joggers, cyclists, and people who just love the outdoors in BLVD l Loudoun Station will be pleased with a visit to the Washington and Old Dominion Regional Park.
 

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