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The Inside Scoop on the Hyatt Gingerbread Village

Relevance: 39%      Posted on: December 23, 2014

Every December, the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Reston features an intricate gingerbread village created out of hundreds of pounds of sugar and flour. Visiting the gingerbread village is an annual holiday tradition for many Reston families, and a cherished part of the holiday experience at Reston Town Center. The gingerbread village…

A Mouth-Watering Tour Through Edibles Incredible Desserts

Relevance: 39%      Posted on: February 10, 2016

February is all about love and there is nothing I love more than desserts! (Sorry, kids, you're a close second.) So I thought I'd pay a visit to Edibles Incredible — the cute little confection shop in Reston Town Center — to see what they were up to for Valentine's Day. Edibles Incredible is the…

Oktoberfest: The Where, When and Why

Relevance: 38%      Posted on: September 15, 2014

Oktoberfest is fast approaching and people all over the world are dusting off their beer steins in preparation for the festivities. We all love the bratwurst, the pretzels, the chicken dance… But why? Exactly what is Oktoberfest and why do we celebrate it every year?  I consulted the official website of the city of Munich for…

Four Retro Cocktails for a Swanky Holiday Party

Relevance: 34%      Posted on: December 4, 2014

'Tis the season for cocktail parties! What better way to celebrate the holidays than with nostalgic, retro libations? These classic (and classy) drinks are guaranteed to impress your friends and take your party to the next level. FRENCH 75 The French 75 was created in 1915 in Paris and named after…

June Events in the Reston Area

Relevance: 33%      Posted on: May 31, 2015

Reston's event schedule is filling as summer warms up. Highlights for June 2015 include a yoga festival, the return of weekly concerts around town, a chalk festival at Lake Anne, and the arrival of international athletes participating in the World Police and Fire Games. Mark your calendars, because there's a lot…

How to Make Maryland Crab Soup

Relevance: 31%      Posted on: August 24, 2016

Today we're excited to have our first post from Reston writer and food blogger Mark Hoover, who runs the website Peripheral Chew. He gives us step-by-step instructions to make Maryland Crab Soup, which looks like a delicious way to celebrate these final summer days. MARYLAND CRAB SOUP by Mark Hoover I…

Tysons Corner Center’s Christmas Market and Winterfest 2014

Relevance: 30%      Posted on: December 19, 2014

It's the final weekend before Christmas, so with any luck, you'll be spending the next few days smugly relaxing at home with all your holiday preparations finished. But more likely, you'll be spending the weekend rushing around the mall with the rest of us procrastinators. If you'll be heading to Tysons Corner Center…

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Things to Do in the Reston Area

Relevance: 30%      Posted on: April 21, 2016

This area is filled with great opportunities for outdoor recreation! One of our most popular articles of all time is our Ultimate Guide to Kids' Indoor Fun in the Reston Area. The next logical step is a guide to outdoor fun, but this time we didn't limit the excitement to kids' activities. Here…

Home Tour: A Stunning Condo with Urban Style (for a Fraction of the Cost of Town Center Living)

Relevance: 29%      Posted on: August 30, 2016

You might recognize this Lake Anne condo from the 2015 Reston Home Tour -- it was one of my favorite locations on the tour, thanks to its gorgeously modern interior design. Or perhaps you'll remember it from a House Call article on Apartment Therapy, which described its extensive renovations. This condo is highly acclaimed and…

Reston Events in October 2015

Relevance: 28%      Posted on: September 30, 2015

The weather might be cooling down, but local events are still going strong. Highlights this month include Oktoberfest Reston, the Washington West Film Festival, the Reston Home Tour, and lots of family fun for fall and Halloween. Here is your October events calendar for Reston and the surrounding areas of…

Savoring the Fine Life at Morton’s the Steakhouse

Relevance: 28%      Posted on: September 10, 2016

Tucked away at Reston Town Center is the long-established restaurant Morton's the Steakhouse. I've eaten a few times at a different Morton's location many years ago, and I thought the food was extraordinary. For some reason, though, I'd never given the Reston location much thought. Instead I always dismissed it as a place for…

Ten Reasons to Come to Lake Anne in the Middle of Winter

Relevance: 27%      Posted on: January 12, 2015

Lake Anne really shines in the warm months. Boat rentals, concerts, farmers markets, festivals, and outdoor dining make it a summertime delight. But so much is going on at Lake Anne Plaza all year round, and you really should come in the winter, too. Here are some reasons why: 1. There's wild nightlife.…

April 2015 Events in the Reston Area

Relevance: 26%      Posted on: March 31, 2015

It's time for our monthly events calendar! April brings spring flowers, Earth Day, a cool art installation, and Reston's annual birthday party. Here's what's happening around town during the next month. SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 2015 Easter Egg Hunts and Easter Brunches Various restaurants around Reston Several local spots are hosting Easter egg…

Weekend Getaway: Relax & Rejuvenate at the Historic Bedford Springs Resort In PA

Relevance: 25%      Posted on: March 18, 2016

Looking to steal away for a romantic tryst or just need a place for some R&R? Then you should definitely consider the historic Omni Bedford Springs Resort. Feeling the doldrums of winter, friends and I decided to treat ourselves to a weekend of spa treatments, cocktails and good food. So we…

The 2016 Reston Home Tour Features Local Residences that Embrace Change

Relevance: 24%      Posted on: October 4, 2016

I love the creative inspiration of home tours (as well as HGTV, Houzz, and design blogs), but looking at photos of interiors isn't nearly as interesting as actually walking through real houses. That's why the annual Reston Home Tour is so fun. It's a self-guided tour of especially beautiful or fascinating local homes. This…

Easter 2016 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

Relevance: 21%      Posted on: March 11, 2016

Are you looking for a great Easter brunch or egg hunt? Here are some of the best spring festivals, restaurant specials, and Easter egg hunts in Reston and the surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. Several of these events require advance reservations, so be sure to plan ahead. SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2016…

Reston Events in October 2016

Relevance: 19%      Posted on: September 28, 2016

You've got to love Reston in October; we have great fall events and gorgeous foliage. Highlights this month include Oktoberfest Reston, the Washington West Film Festival, the Reston Home Tour, and lots of family fun for fall and Halloween. Here is your October events calendar for Reston and the surrounding…

May Events in the Reston Area

Relevance: 17%      Posted on: May 1, 2015

May is here, and that means festival season is beginning. This month Reston welcomes back thousands of annual visitors to the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival. The farmers markets are opening, boat rentals are returning, and summer is just around the corner. SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2015 Reston Farmers Market opens for the season…

Halloween 2015 Events in the Reston Area of Northern Virginia

Relevance: 14%      Posted on: October 13, 2015

This article is from 2015. Please refer to our 2016 Guide to Halloween Events.  This month is full of exciting Halloween events in Reston and the surrounding areas of Herndon, Vienna, Great Falls, Centreville, Tysons, and other parts of the DC area. Here is our huge list of activities for kids, teens,…

Reston Area Events in May 2016

Relevance: 14%      Posted on: April 30, 2016

As summer approaches, many of this area's most fun events are returning. Highlights this month include the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival, the reopening of local pools and water parks, and Memorial Day celebrations. Here's what's happening this month in Reston, Herndon, and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia. SUNDAY, MAY…