Mosaic District

Mosaic District

Hanukkah 2016 Events in the Reston Area

Hanukkah takes place this year from Saturday, December 24 through Sunday, January 1, 2017, and this area offers a variety of ways to celebrate. Here’s what’s happening in Reston and nearby parts of Northern Virginia and DC. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2016 Chanukah on Ice 4:30-6pm: Reston Town Center Ice Rink, Reston Ice skate to lively Chanukah music and enjoy…

December 22, 2016

The 2016 Guide to Free Summer Movies in the Reston Area

Summer seems to be slipping by faster than ever this year. If you’ve missed out on this season’s free family activities, there’s still plenty of time to catch up. Here is a schedule of this summer’s free movie screenings, both outdoors and indoors, in the Reston area of Northern Virginia.   LAKE ANNE: SUMMER FILM…

July 22, 2016

Where to Find Free Summer Fitness Classes in the Reston Area

If it’s not your style to be inside a gym on a summer day, you’ll be glad to know that there are several free outdoor fitness opportunities throughout this area. Here are some weekly options for you in the Reston area of Northern Virginia, including Great Falls, Fairfax, and Tysons. All are free and social ways to earn your…

July 18, 2016

Inspired by Fall Flavors, Local Chefs Craft New Seasonal Dishes

We have officially entered into Fall. Gone are the light ceviches and heirloom tomato salads that dotted menus across town. Chefs are busy revamping their offerings with autumnal flavors and slightly heavier dishes. We thought it would be fun to see how some of our favorite restaurants in and around Reston are incorporating Fall produce such as…

October 21, 2015

Reston Events in October 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 Northern Virginia, including Herndon, Great…

September 30, 2015

You don’t have to be Jewish to enjoy the High Holiday Menu at DGS Delicatessen

Northern Virginians have suffered long enough without a viable deli option in the area. This void becomes even more apparent in September when the Jewish High Holidays roll around and there is no where to celebrate Rosh Hashanah or break the fast of Yom Kippur. This year, things are different. There’s a new kid on the block!…

August 31, 2015

Day Tripping: Independent Stores & Restaurants Galore at the Mosaic District

I’ve been reading a lot of articles lately about how the era of the mall is dead. And while my Gen-X Mallrats self mourns a little, I haven’t actually been inside a mall in ages. I do, however, often find myself wandering around Reston Town Center in the sunshine, popping in and out of stores and dining on outdoor…

August 11, 2015

True Food Kitchen: A Restaurant in the Mosaic District Based On Dr. Andrew Weil’s Anti-Inflammatory Diet

You’ve probably noticed that True Food Kitchen has been getting a lot of attention lately. It’s a restaurant with an interesting mission — follow the tenants of the Anti-Inflammatory Diet by Dr. Andrew Weil and serve delicious and satisfying food. By following popular trends in cuisine, True Food is taking a new approach to health food. One…

February 19, 2015