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Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Reston

Looking for a place to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday, February 1st? We have several ideas for you. Reston’s newest restaurant, Glory Days Grill, opened this week. It’s a sports bar with 40 TVs, and each booth has its own speaker with volume control. They serve a broad menu of appetizers, burgers, tacos, steaks, pizza,…

January 30, 2015

Reader Poll: Vote For Your Favorite Buffalo Wings in the Reston Area!

Buffalo Wings are the quintessential Super Bowl Snack. You can get them at numerous locations around town but which restaurant has the best? Vote in our reader poll now through Super Bowl Sunday, when we will announce the winner of our “Wing Bowl!” And remember, all of these fine and delicious establishments will be happy to cater your Super…

January 28, 2015

DJ John Coulter, and What He Wants People to Know About Karaoke

Your name is called, your friends cheer, and you step onto the stage, wondering if maybe that third margarita wasn’t such a good idea. But liquid courage has made you ready to spend the next four minutes killing it as Def Leppard, Miley Cyrus, or Frank Sinatra. And you’re pretty sure you sound amazing. Ah yes, karaoke. It’s the night when…

January 21, 2015

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

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. Anyone who shrugs off Lake…

January 12, 2015

Soups From Around the World Right Here in Reston

The weather report is grim for the next week with the wind chill expected to dip into single digits. For some reason, this news immediately made me think of soup. Really, what better way is there to warm up than with a piping hot bowl of soup? But where can one find delicious soup in…

January 4, 2015

New Year’s Eve Events in the Reston Area

This article is from 2014. You can find the 2016-2017 New Year’s Eve events HERE. 2015 is almost here! If you are still looking for ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve, we have lots of ideas for you. Here are events for December 31, 2014 in Reston, Herndon, Vienna, Falls Church, and other parts of Northern…

December 29, 2014

Shopping Reston’s Small Businesses for Handmade Holiday Decorations

When people think of shopping for holiday decorations in Reston, they probably think of Target and Home Depot, and perhaps other chain stores like Pottery Barn or Williams Sonoma. But if you would rather have decorations that don’t look just like your friends’, or you’d like to support local businesses and independent artists, look beyond the chains. There are lots…

December 17, 2014

The Customized, Tasty Gifts at Reston’s Chesapeake Chocolates

I’ve often been curious about the chocolate shop at Lake Anne Plaza. It’s always great to see a locally-owned business succeeding in Reston, but this one is particularly intriguing to me, because it’s such a charming little neighborhood store. And let’s be honest: anything involving chocolate is going to catch my attention. Probably yours, too. I’ve bought several…

December 8, 2014

Jingle on Lake Anne 2014: Photo Gallery

A steady rainfall couldn’t keep away children excited to see Santa at Jingle on Lake Anne yesterday. This holiday celebration takes place at Lake Anne Plaza each year, with crafts, gingerbread cookies, and visits with Santa. This year the inclement weather led to the cancellation of the annual petting zoo, but the other children’s activities…

December 7, 2014

Gift Guide: Holiday Gifts that Celebrate Reston

Holiday shopping time has arrived, and we are here to help! If you know someone who would appreciate a gift that celebrates Reston, especially during this 50th anniversary year, we have lots of ideas for you. Here is our Reston gift guide, with suggestions for toys, art, books, coffee, and tons more. The purchase of most of these items…

November 26, 2014

An Hour of Sunrise at Lake Anne in 15 Seconds

There is a moment most mornings when the sun peeks above the trees, and the homes of Waterview Cluster transform from soft pink to bright yellow to neutral white. Although I never considered myself a morning person, this has become my favorite time of day. Yesterday I decided to take my tripod to the lake and document the spectacle. Watch Lake…

November 12, 2014

Photography Tips: 5 Ways to Improve Your Fall Foliage Pictures

Right now is one of the most beautiful times of year to take photographs! Northern Virginia’s fall foliage typically peaks in the last week of October and the first week of November, so get your camera ready and head outside. I know many of you share my love of photography and the spectacular trees in the DC area. I’m a photographer…

October 27, 2014