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Palio of Leesburg: Classic, Upscale Italian Cuisine that Delivers

January 22, 2016 by

Housed in a historic buildin with interiors decorated with Italian marble and the work of local artists, Palio is an impressive restaurant with old world charm and modern touches. The cuisine is uniformly outstanding. Palio serves its own homemade breads and pasta, and a menu which changes with the seasons to reflect local flavors. Some guest favorites include the Fritto Misto appetizer, with fried calamari, shrimp, fish, and vegetables with an aioli sauce, as well as the lobster ravioli. There are menu items to accommodate any diet, including vegetarian dishes and gluten-free pasta. Each dish is paired with wines ranging from unique Italian vintages and vinos from local wineries. The service is exceptional and can handle large groups to intimate dinners for two with ease. Prices are great based on the high quality of the experience and cuisine. Suitable for any occasion, Palio of Leesburg will satisfy any craving for Italian comfort food.

Palio of Leesburg
2 W. Market Street
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 779-0060

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How to Squeeze Every Inch Out of Your Apartment’s Square Footage

January 21, 2016 by

Use these smart, simple tips for squeezing every inch out of your apartment’s floor plan and you’ll be amazed at how much extra space you'll find!

  • Choose multifunctional pieces. Get rid of all of the furniture in your home that doesn’t play double-duty as something else. Choose sofas with built-in storage, a bed with hidden drawers, and a television credenza with a bookshelf to minimize the wasted space that comes from having too much furniture.
  • Arrange… and rearrange. Arrange your furniture as many times as it takes to find a perfect flow. You’ll want to be able to comfortably walk from room to room without bumping into things, which takes some trial and error. If something doesn’t fit, it likely means that you don’t have use for it.
  • Think vertically, not just horizontally. Many people forget about the horizontal space that they’re missing when furnishing a room. Add stacks of shelves on every wall, hanging organizers on the backs of doors, or new, custom storage systems from floor to ceiling in the closet.
  • Maximize natural light. Finally, replace dark drapes with sheer curtains to allow in as much light as possible and make your space feel brighter.

How to Maximize Space in a Small Apartment [Freshome]
Ten Apartment Organization Tips to Maximize Space [Forbes]
How to Maximize Your Apartment Space [For Rent]

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Learn How to Embrace the Flow of Life at Flow Yoga

January 15, 2016 by

"When life is good, it flows, go with it." This is the mantra at Flow Yoga in Leesburg, and if the many glowing student reviews are any indication, it's working for the local yoga studio. Between its huge schedule (90-plus classes every week) and talented instructors who are willing to work with anyone, Flow Yoga creates a comfortable space to practice for everyone.

If you're new to the practice, start with a Basics class. Your teacher will help you master the foundational poses of Vinyasa, paying close attention to your alignment and breath in a room heated to 85 degrees. Once you have a few basics class under your belt, feel free to explore the more challenging sessions on tap at Flow Yoga. There's Flow 1, which unfolds in a warmer room (about 90 or 95 degrees) and moves at a faster clip, as well as Slow Flow, a good starter class given its leisurely pace. Specialty classes like Yoga Sculpt and Yoga for Runners often pop up throughout the week, to, so keep your eyes peeled.

Flow Yoga
112 South St. SE
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 777-1020
www.gowithityoga.com
www.yelp.com/biz/flow-yoga-leesburg-2

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Calvert Rejuvenations Spa: Treat Yourself to a Bit of Bliss

January 14, 2016 by

You deserve a bit of relief from the stresses of daily life, and Calvert Rejuvenations Spa is the perfect respite in the Herndon area. This stylish, modern spa is decorated in warm shades of cream and natural wood, and the walls are painted a dusty purple to add a beautifully feminine touch.

The spa is best known for its Bit of Bliss package, which includes a 30-minute massage and 30-minute facial. This sampler package is a wonderful gift for a friend or loved one, and the spa also offers a wide variety of other packages, plus spa parties for birthdays or bachelorette parties. Services include the usual massages, facials, and reflexology, as well as more innovative options like cellulite reduction, skin tightening services, and even eyelash extensions that you won’t find at many other places.

Whether you’re treating a friend or simply pampering yourself, everyone deserves a day off at Calvert Rejuvenations Spa.

Calvert Rejuvenations Spa
485-A Carlisle Drive
Herndon, VA 20170
(571) 323-1088
www.calvertrejuvenations.com
www.yelp.com/biz/calvert-rejuvenations-spa-herndon-2

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MOM’s Organic Market: Good-For-You Groceries in Herndon

January 8, 2016 by

With a store location in Herndon, MOM’s Organic Market is a natural grocer offering one of the highest volumes of organic products of any chain grocery store. This includes 100 percent organic produce from mainly local farms. All foods are made without GMOs, and you won’t find any products containing artificial colors, sweeteners, antibiotics, or sulfates.

What you will find are plump, juicy fruits that include only what’s in season, vegetables grown inside the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, and boxed items made by responsible companies that use only wholesome ingredients. The store itself is well organized and smaller than your traditional grocery store, which creates an enjoyable shopping experience that will make you feel really good about the food you’re taking home.

MOM’S Organic Market is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays.

MOM’S Organic Market
424 Elden Street
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 483-6740
www.momsorganicmarket.com/location-and-stores?location-id=138

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Make a Few Four-Legged Friends at the Leesburg Animal Park

January 7, 2016 by

Looking for something fun to do with the kids this weekend? Take them to the Leesburg Animal Park, a family-friendly attraction that people of all ages adore. This 21-acre park operates a bit like an up-close-and-personal zoo, and it is home to a wide variety of farm animals and exotic animals.

Check out the sheep, goats, miniature horses, and pigs in the outdoor petting zoo, and be sure to buy a handful of food pellets to give to your new friends. There are also docile, well-trained ponies that are great for pony rides around the area. Once you’re done visiting with the farm animals, make your way over to see more exotic animals like monkeys, hedgehogs, and even slithering snakes.

Leesburg Animal Park contains a moonbounce, indoor play areas, and miniature ziplines for visitors to enjoy after seeing the animals, and you can bring your own lunch to eat on the many picnic tables nearby.

Leesburg Animal Park
19270 James Monroe Highway
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 433-0002
www.leesburganimalpark.com

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What Are Sliding Puzzles? Find Out Here!

December 26, 2015 by

If you love puzzles, you’re likely always looking for new styles to challenge your mind. Sliding puzzles are great options for anyone who wants to improve his or her special reasoning and logic skills, and there are countless different ways to play.

Sliding puzzles involve moving flat pieces along certain routes.
The end game of most sliding puzzles is to reach a certain configuration, which makes it important to consider your next move with each current move you make.

Sliding puzzles can use a variety of different pieces.
Many sliding puzzles use marbles enclosed in a board, while others use blocks, tokens, or even digital game boards to play online.

Players are not permitted to lift pieces off of the board.
This is the main difference between sliding puzzles and other types of rearrangement puzzles. Because you are unable to lift the pieces to move them, it’s important to clear a space for future moves.

Sliding puzzles are fairly common and easy to find.
Some popular sliding puzzles are the original Fifteen Puzzle, Inakube, Klotski, Minus Cube, and Jumbly.

Sliding Puzzles [Wikipedia]

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Leesburg Public House: Don’t Miss the Bacon Popcorn

December 23, 2015 by

If you're craving some good old fashioned American food, then Leesburg Public House isn't the place to look. Although it does dish out classic American comfort food, there's nothing old fashioned about it. Even the snacks showcase the chefs' contemporary flair, like the wildly popular bacon popcorn and the chicken wings brined in pale ale and glazed with calabrian chili sauce.

When ti comes to the main course, locals highly recommend the creative burgers, particularly the Southern Man. It's crowned with praline bacon, sweet onions, pimento cheese, red pepper mayo, and crisp lettuce. If you prefer seafood, opt for the equally beloved Baja shrimp tacos with guac, pico de gallo, cilantro slaw, and tortilla chips. Add sundried tomato polenta or roasted garlic whipped potatoes on the side.

Leesburg Public House
962 Edwards Ferry Road NE
Leesburg, VA 20176
(703) 777-6333
leesburgpublichouse.com
www.yelp.com/biz/leesburg-public-house-leesburg

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Holiday Crafts the Whole Family Can Make

December 18, 2015 by

While you’ll likely be doing a lot of shopping during the holidays, you can balance out all that spending with some homemade crafts that the whole family can make together. Here are four great ideas for your next holiday-themed craft night.

No-Sew Holiday Aprons [marthastewart.com]
Create pretty and protective aprons just in time to decorate cookies with this fun DIY project. New sewing is required to make these cute aprons, which makes this project ideal for tiny hands and delicate fingers. You can even make them in larger sizes to give to Grandma as a gift!

String Tree [bhg.com]
Display all of those holiday cards in style with this modern craft idea. Simply stretch multicolored string in the shape of a Christmas tree across a sturdy cork board, then tuck the cards under the string as they start rolling in.

Thanksgiving Menu [realsimple.com]
Get your crafting started early with this cute DIY Thanksgiving menu in the shape of a pumpkin pie. All it takes is some standard construction paper and seasonal decorations like wheat or berries to go around the edges. Have the little ones write the names of each dish on the center and this craft will even play double duty as a writing assignment.

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Holiday Tree Trimming Tips From the Pros

December 17, 2015 by

There’s nothing more fun during the holidays than decorating the tree with the whole family, but you may want to make this year’s tree a bit more stylish. Instead of haphazardly placing ornaments all over its branches, check out these tips for decorating a truly chic and elegant holiday tree.

  1. Real or artificial? First, you must decide if you want to invest in a real tree or stick with an artificial option. While a real tree is a bit more rustic and will make your house smell divine, an artificial tree is much easier to manage.
  2. Choose a color scheme. One of the easiest ways to make your tree look more professional is by setting a color scheme. Reds and greens are always a great choice, but all-over gold or sparkling silver are also beautiful when accented by the twinkling lights.
  3. Hang small lights first. To create a base for your tree’s decorations, first hang small, white lights evenly all over.
  4. Add solid colored ball ornaments. Next, invest in multipacks of ball ornaments in your chosen color. Hang them all over the tree, leaving even amounts of space in between each one.
  5. Add personal ornaments last. To display more personal or keepsake ornaments without them looking too cluttered, add them in the empty spaces once all of the other ornaments are already in place. Voila—the perfect holiday tree.

How to Decorate a Christmas Tree Elegantly [WikiHow]
15 Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas [HGTV]
How to Decorate a Christmas Tree [Better Homes & Gardens]

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