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A Must Attend Summer Event In Old Town – Old Town Beer, Wine And Dog Festival

Old Town Alexandria will come alive on August 17th with the hosting of the Old Town Beer, Wine and Dog Festival. The event which will be held at the Waterfront Park will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The goal of the festival "is to provide an alternative to the typical adoption procedure by combining food, drinks and dogs in a social environment". The festival will see guests trying local beer, wine and food enjoying live music and playing activities with dogs. Patrons attending the event without a dog can enjoy activities with the sheltered or fostered dogs who will be on location looking for a new home. The dogs will be able to run loose in a fenced area with tents, water bowls and ice baths for them to enjoy. Proceeds of the event will benefit the local animal welfare leagues and fostering organizations like Lucky Dog Animal Rescue. https://patch.com/virginia/greateralexandria/s/gssmv/old-town-beer-wine-dog-festival-happen-alexandriaContinue reading

Shoppers In McLean Donate Nearly 1500 Pounds Of Food During ‘Stuff The Bus” Event

A non-profit organization named SHARE Inc. held a collection event at Giant Food Store in McLean on Saturday. The collection event was named "Stuff The Bus". The shoppers donated 1,468 pounds of food, $1,097 of cash and $175 worth of gift cards. SHARE provides emergency assistance to local families and the collected items will be donated to the families in need.  Fairfax County Office of Public-Private Partnerships also contributed to the organization of the event. Continue reading

Enjoy The Eating Well And Health Fit Foodie Festival And 5K

The EatingWell & Health Fit Foodie Festival & 5K is for those who love extraordinary foodie experiences and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The concept of the Fit Foodie is all about the idea that a healthy lifestyle and delicious culinary experiences are not two different things. The EatingWell & Health Fit Foodie Festival & 5K will be held at Old Town Square, 10415 North Street, Fairfax on June 22, 2019. Continue reading

Enjoy Taste Of Reston This Weekend

The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce produces Taste of Reston festival every year for the past six years. Taste of Reston is one of the largest outdoor food festivals in the area. The festival has also been voted as the  “Northern Virginia’s Best Food Festival”  by Virginia Living magazine. This year the Taste of Reston is scheduled to be held on 14 - 15 June 2019 at Reston Town Center. Continue reading

Enjoy Eid Festival – Chand Raat Mela At Dulles Expo & Conference Center, Chantilly

Eid Festival - Chand Raat Mela
Each year, F&A Entertainment presents the largest Chand Raat Mela in Northern Virginia. Chand Raat Mela is a traditional festivity that marks the end of fasting month of Ramadan. The festival is an opportunity for families to get together, do Eid shopping and eat delicious foods from a variety of food stalls. The festival is open to everyone. Continue reading

Enjoy Vintage Virginia Wine And Food Festival This Weekend

Vintage Virginia Wine and Food Festival
Vintage Virginia Wine And Food Festival was founded in 1980 and has been going on for 39 years. Vintage Virginia Wine And Food Festival offer an opportunity to taste from nearly half of Virginia’s homegrown wineries, from the oldest and the largest to the smallest boutiques and exciting new players. The festival is a must see for everyone from newbies to foodies. This year, the festival is scheduled on 1st and 2nd June 2019. At the festival, you can try your favorite wines, find new favorites, buy bottles and cases and take them home to enjoy all summer. Continue reading

Mark Your Calenders For ViVa! Vienna! Memorial Day Weekend Festival

Viva! Vienna! Memorial Day Festival
ViVa! Vienna! is a three-day family- and community-oriented festival celebrating Memorial Day in Vienna, VA. Vienna’s historic Freeman House, Old Vienna Railroad Station and Church Street provide the backdrop for this celebration that features more than 300 vendors and local artisans, amusement rides, food prepared by local restaurants. A full slate of entertainment is on tap all three days with performances geared toward both children and adults. Entertainers include musical groups, dance troupes, magicians and the like. The event is hosted in its entirety by the Rotary Club of Vienna - who then uses all profits to donate to charitable, community and humanitarian organizations during the upcoming year.Continue reading

Celebrate Food At The Taste of Springfield Festival

Springfield Town Center is located in Springfield, Virginia in Fairfax County, Virginia, conveniently located near the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station.
The Taste of Springfield Festival is a community celebration of good food, exhibitors, performances and live music. This family-friendly event allows you to stroll through the dozens of fun exhibitors outdoors at the beautiful Springfield Town Center at your leisure while sampling some of the delicious offerings of local restaurants and chefs. Continue reading

Exploring McLean’s Food Scene

McLean has many outstanding, upscale places where you can dine on steaks, seafood, and lasagna. Many local Greek restaurants offer novel twists on traditional recipes like spanakopita and gyros, highlighting fresh, farm-to-table ingredients. Residents of this city often grab thin-crust pizza by the slice on their way home from working in the nation's capital. Sushi is another popular dinner choice here with many restaurants offering innovative combinations and fresh Atlantic seafood. This suburb also has many budget-friendly cafes serving the Mediterranean, Italian and American favorites. Shoppers headed to Tysons Galleria often make it a point to stop in McLean for delicious cupcakes and homemade pies. Given below are some must-try restaurants in McLean. Continue reading