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Reston Winter Prep: 7 Easy Ways to Winterize Your Car

Relevance: 9%      Posted on: December 18, 2014

Today we're talking cars for the second and final installment of our Reston Winter Prep series. So you've finally taken home that brand-new (insert car name here) you've been saving for. You've read the owner's manual from cover to cover as though it were a romance novel and are pretty confident you can keep the thing healthy and maintained. But…

Decadent Adult Milkshakes à la Ted’s Bulletin

Relevance: 9%      Posted on: September 7, 2014

Cupcakes are old news. Haven't you heard? Since Ted's Bulletin arrived on the scene in Reston Town Center the buzz has been about spiked milkshakes—creamy, chilled confections with a mighty kick. Taking a cue from their menu, we decided to give it a-go at home and create our own milkshakes inspired by our…

Know Before You Go: Shopping For Mid-Century Modern Furniture in the DMV

Relevance: 9%      Posted on: January 14, 2015

Reston in and of itself is a mid-century modern invention. It was founded in 1964 with an eye toward the future. And while this town has gone through several redevelopments, many of us still live in retro-style houses. I happen to love this style and made a point to buy a place that was…

Modern Reston’s Top Stories of 2015

Relevance: 9%      Posted on: December 28, 2015

As another year comes to a close, we are grateful for all the fascinating stories the Reston community has shared with us. Modern Reston has become the area's leading publication for culture and events, and we couldn't have done it without your support. We've got lots of plans for 2016, but first let's…

A Restonian Goes to Washington: A Peek inside the White House Holiday Tour

Relevance: 9%      Posted on: December 24, 2014

Most of us never get to take the White House Holiday Tour. Luckily, one of our very own Reston residents, Alisa Ades, was able to score exclusive passes and snap some pics with her iPhone to share with us. The process for obtaining passes for this tour is rather complicated. Requests must…

Before & After: A Dingy 1970s Bathroom Becomes Bright and Modern

Relevance: 8%      Posted on: September 15, 2014

They almost didn’t buy their dream house because of this room. As Michelle and Charlie toured a light-filled, mid-century house in Reston, they knew they had found The One. Then, upon stepping into the master bath, they promptly changed their minds! This dark cave of a bathroom had dingy, wood…

About Modern Reston

Relevance: 8%      Posted on: July 23, 2014

CULTURE AND EVENTS IN THE NEW RESTON Modern Reston is a website about recreation, dining, and the arts in the Reston area of Northern Virginia. No longer a distant DC suburb, the new Reston is a thriving and diverse city. Our website offers a fresh look at this evolving urban landscape,…

Photo Gallery: The Blizzard of 2016 Buries Reston

Relevance: 8%      Posted on: January 25, 2016

What a crazy weekend it was! I'm still buzzing from all the excitement of the historic snowstorm that pummeled the DC area for 36 hours, leaving behind almost two and a half feet of snow. Here are some of the photographs I took during and after the blizzard. Because the roads were impassable, I was…

At the Reston Market: The Intricate and Modern Jewelry of Alessandra Eusebi

Relevance: 8%      Posted on: July 24, 2015

Every Saturday morning during farmers market season, an art market takes place on Lake Anne Plaza. If you haven't taken a close look at the vendors there, I encourage you to do so. There is a lot of talent and quality on display every week. I've discovered some beautiful artwork and…

Introducing Blue Valley Vineyard & Winery: Award-Winning Dry Whites and Luscious Reds in Delaplane

Relevance: 8%      Posted on: September 15, 2015

It's no secret that we, at Modern Reston, love a beautiful glass of wine. We are always on the hunt for new local wineries. A place to hang out with friends away from the (sub)urban jungle we call home. Sadly, while most local wineries are scenic, we are usually disappointed with the actual wine — whites…