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Posts from ‘April, 2011’

Art & Cupcakes

Art and cupcakes make a delicious combination. Sure, there is a stereotype of gallery openings with wine and cheese. But for an afternoon gouter, a cupcake and some paintings in Georgetown is just right.
My friend and I went to support our artist friend, Ross Ruot, whose paintings are on display at Baked and Wired.

The paintings [...]

Pope-Leighey

There are so many beautiful museums and monuments to visit in Washington, DC. But for die hard Frank Lloyd Wright followersand architects, Pope-Leighey is a must see.
Originally built in Falls Church, VA in 1940 for a writer for the Washington Evening Star it’s a home of modest means. This home is an example of ‘usonian’ design. [...]

Hella Good Burger

I’ve always heard wonderful things about Ray’s Hell Burger. I know when Obama craves a good Burger, he’s been seen there. Until this week, I was ashamed to say, that I hadn’t eaten at Ray’s. That changed this week.
It took my Italian friend from Naples, to say it’s the best burger he’s ever eaten. I [...]