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The Light Horse Restaurant: An Alexandria Pub

June 2, 2015 by

Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot for a drink and dinner, or a livelier place for drinks and good times with friends, come to the The Light Horse Restaurant. Located right on King Street in Old Town, the Light Horse Restaurant is a casual dining destination. Come in and enjoy the modern, casual ambiance, with a cool bar, nice tables and interesting booths. The downstairs area is perfect for a date or a quiet dinner, and you can also get a pretty good drink. Upstairs, the bar is a great to meet up with friends for a drink that includes a nice selection of beers, wines and mixed drinks. The dinner menu and the bar menu has tasty small plates to share, sandwiches and entrees.

The Light Horse Restaurant
715 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 549-0533
www.thelighthorserestaurant.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-light-horse-alexandria

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Caphe Banh Mi: Classic Vietnamese Cuisine in Old Town Alexandria

May 26, 2015 by

Caphe Banh Mi serves up simple, classic, and delicious Vietnamese cuisine in Old Town Alexandria. Tucked away on a side street, regulars say it’s worth the effort to find; this is unvarnished Vietnamese home cooking, with enormous bowls of steaming, spicy pho, crispy vegetarian rolls, and — naturally — banh mi. Vietnamese ex-pats say it’s the real deal, with a heavy pate spread, lots of veggies, three kinds of protein, and homemade garlic mayo. Everything is affordable and memorable.

Some fine print: there’s a $1 container surcharge to take pho home. Parties of five or more have an automatic 18% service charge, and checks can’t be split for parties of four or more. Onion/scallion pho condiments are a small extra charge.

Takeout is available. Caphe Banh Mi’s website is incomplete, so check the Yelp page for opening hours, menu details, and more information.

Caphe Banh Mi
407 Cameron Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 549-8400
www.caphebanhmi.com/index.html
www.yelp.com/biz/caphe-banh-mi-alexandria

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Happy Memorial Day!

May 25, 2015 by

Wishing everyone a happy Memorial Day as we remember the many heroes who have served our country.

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Explore Art and Archaeology at the Torpedo Factory Art Center

May 19, 2015 by

Roughly half a million people check out the Torpedo Factory Art Center every single year. Since it first opened in 1974, the massive collection of art galleries has attracted a lot of attention due to its sheer size. It houses 82 studios, each holding the work of a different local artist. The public is always welcome to walk through and see what the masters are working on, which is another aspect that makes Torpedo Factory Art Center so unique.

It also plays host to six galleries, two workshops, and its own in-house museum, the Alexandria Archaeology Museum. After you've explored the art galleries, head to the museum to see its main exhibit, "A Community Digs Its Past: The Lee Street Site." The exhibit excavates one of Alexandria's city blocks, unveiling its many layers of years. From Civil War hospitals to a commercial bakery to taverns and warehouses, you'll see everything that's ever sat atop this particular city block.

Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N. Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 838-4565
torpedofactory.org
www.yelp.com/biz/torpedo-factory-art-center-alexandria

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Molten Chocolate Cake, Reinvented: Try These Three Recipes

May 12, 2015 by

There may be no more indulgent dessert than molten lava cake, a combination of crumbly pastry and gooey chocolate filling. There are many ways to make this treat with a variety of ingredients, and each rendition is tailored to special tastes and diets. Here are three recipes for molten lava cake that you might want to try.

  1. Red Velvet Molten Lava Cake [Half Baked Harvest]
    Silence your sweet tooth with this delicious twist on red velvet cake. Mix in red food coloring, coconut milk, and melted chocolate for an elegant take on this classic recipe.
  2. Molten Chocolate Cake [Pioneer Woman]
    Real butter, fresh eggs, heavy whipping cream, and semi-sweet baking chocolate all get representation in this authentic molten cake recipe. Enjoy tantalizing step-by-step photographs while you prepare it.
  3. Molten Chocolate Cakes [Food and Wine]
    A mere seven ingredients and four steps; making a fabulous molten chocolate cake doesn’t get any easier than this recipe from Food and Wine.

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Happy Mother’s Day!

May 10, 2015 by

Happy Mother's Day! How are you planning to celebrate mom today?

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May 7, 2015 by

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Smashburger: The Smashfries Will Leave an Impression

May 5, 2015 by

A dash of olive oil, a sprinkle of rosemary, and a hint of garlic transform typical fries into Smashburger's signature Smashfries, one of the most popular snacks to eat alongside a burger. The haystack onions are regarded just as highly by eaters who want to add a little crunch to their meal. Either way, the fried grub makes for a perfect accompaniment to the main course: a burger or sandwich.

The Classic Smash comes piled with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion, and a dollop of ketchup, plus the house's signature Smash Sauce. For something a bit heftier, try the burger topped with applewood-smoked bacon, American cheese, and ketchup and mustard. You can also take a healthier route with the black bean burger outfitted with avocado, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing, all tucked inside of a multigrain bun. Go for a chicken sandwich instead if you're watching what you eat (the calories count of each menu item is listed beneath it on the menu).

Smashburger
5774 Dow Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22304
(571) 451-0303
smashburger.com
www.yelp.com/biz/smashburger-alexandria

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Catch a Movie at Dusk at Waterfront Park

April 28, 2015 by

Waterfront Park flickers to life during the warm summer months. That's when residents of Alexandria and nearby D.C. flock to the aptly named park for beautiful views of the water and an ice cream cone. According to one Yelp reviewer, the park plays host to three different ice cream stands—but be prepared to stand in line, because on a sunny day, they all have one. If you need a full meal, many restaurants also reside within walking distance of Waterfront Park.

Plus, the city puts on free movies on the park throughout the summer. Pack up a picnic basket and blanket and bring your whole clan to enjoy one of the family-friendly films or classics at dusk. Of course, there doesn't have to be a special event for you to pay a visit to Waterfront Park. On any day when the sun shines, go for a stroll here or throw around a football. It's located right in the heart of Old Town, so there will always be plenty to see.

Waterfront Park
1A Prince Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
alexandriava.gov/recreation/info/default.aspx?id=12292#Waterfront
www.yelp.com/biz/waterfront-park-alexandria

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Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato: Don’t Skip a Scoop of Dulce De Leche

April 21, 2015 by

The building that houses Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato is set apart from its neighbors by one distinguishing feature: the cheeky hue of rosy-pink paint that envelopes its exterior. It makes sense, then, that this family-owned gelateria would be named "Casa Rosada," which, translated from Spanish to English, means "pink house."

Here, gelatos and dairy-sorbets are handmade in small batches, relying on fresh, seasonal ingredients and without artificial flavorings or coloring. Flavors run the gamut from the traditional (chocolate, pistachio, strawberry) to the unexpected (PB&J, banana split, soy vanilla). The shining star on the menu, however, might be the dulce de leche. This creamy, caramel-like delicacy draws inspiration from the founder's Argentine roots.

Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato is open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato
111 S. Payne St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 349-1001
crgelato.com
www.yelp.com/biz/casa-rosada-artisan-gelato-alexandria-2

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