MidnighTreats
About a decade ago, cupcake shops were popping up all over the place, marking a new trend in quick treats to grab on the go. Fast forward...
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Reasons2Eat
Feb 182 min read
The Mixx Delight
The Tran sisters didn’t take the traditional route to get where they are. Starting in the Philippines, then Texas, California, and ending...
Reasons2Eat
Feb 132 min read
Le Vingt Trois Cafe & Bakery
In an age where online information, including pictures, reviews, and social media, often eliminates the element of surprise when trying...
Reasons2Eat
Feb 132 min read
Red Truck Rural Bakery
If you search for bakeries in Northern Virginia online, Red Truck Bakery will undoubtedly appear on numerous lists, spanning the entire...
Reasons2Eat
Jan 292 min read
Melt Gourmet Cheeseburgers
When asked about my favorite Northern Virginia spots for pizza, bakery, brunch, coffee, and various cuisines, my usual response is a...
Reasons2Eat
Jan 152 min read
Chateau de Chantilly
At the corner of Centreville Rd and Route 50 in Chantilly is a shopping plaza that is home to a few very different coffee shops. All of...
Reasons2Eat
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Mia's Italian Kitchen
You can spend months in Old Town Alexandria and never run out of great reasons to eat. This area may not take up much space but it sure...
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Nov 20, 20232 min read
Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats
Less than a block off King St. in Old Town Alexandria is a time machine that takes you back to your childhood - when you were excited to...
Reasons2Eat
Nov 1, 20231 min read
Craving for Chocolate
Often when looking for a hard to find place we'll say "blink and you'll miss it". In this case if you look for awhile, very hard, and...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 31, 20231 min read
Lily’s Chocolate & Coffee
Lily's Chocolate & Coffee thought pink was cool way before the Barbie movie. If you've ever stepped into either the Vienna or Alexandria...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Sisters Thai
Sisters Thai has created a very unique and delicious group of restaurants. With 5 in total and a 6th coming soon. All bringing a...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 27, 20231 min read
Cowbell Kitchen
Leesburg isn’t a large area, and downtown Leesburg comprises just a couple of blocks. Yet, somehow, they’ve managed to pack numerous...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 27, 20232 min read
Foundation Coffee
The term "hidden gem" is used with restaurants that might be off the beaten path or doesn't have much of an appearance from the street. ...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 25, 20231 min read
Amor Cafe & Pastry
Located in Centreville, Amor Cafe & Pastry offers much more than you’d expected. Off the Westfield Blvd exit on 28/Sully Road, hidden...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 21, 20231 min read
Mom's Apple Pie Company
Many in Northern Virginia fondly recall Mom’s Apple Pie Company from visits to Occoquan. While that location has since transitioned to...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 20, 20231 min read
Potomac Chocolate
After strolling around Occoquan, you might find yourself craving something sweet. A visit to Potomac Chocolate is a must. This small...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 20, 20231 min read
The Golden Plum
For years people drove into Occoquan and they'd see the same familiar sign on their left. It was comforting knowing it was there. A...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 16, 20231 min read
Sweetbites Cafe and Bakery
Whoever is in the back of Sweetbites Cafe and Bakery is some sort of magician. I can't wrap my head around how in such a small space they...
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Oct 9, 20231 min read
Shilla
With 5 locations around the DMV area it seems that Shilla is doing something right. I didn’t have high expectations when I went only...
Reasons2Eat
Oct 4, 20231 min read
Godfrey's Bakery Café
The newest café in Falls Church, Godfrey’s Bakery Café, is a delightful addition to the area. On W Broad St., Leesburg Pike, or Route...
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