Fitness

Real Estate With Heart at Team Nurit

How high standards, global reach, and elevated service have made Team Nurit a trusted name in Potomac and Montgomery County Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, M3 Media Luxury in Potomac has a new meaning, and it begins with warmth, intention, and a signature shade of red that has become instantly recognizable throughout Montgomery County. At the center of that movement is Nurit Coombe, founder of Team Nurit | The Agency DC, ranked the #1 Real Estate Team in...

Life + Culture

Johnny Holliday

A Life Lived Out Loud Article by Marie Robey Wood | Photography by Courtesy of The University of Maryland Athletic Department Johnny Holliday has spent more than six decades winning the trust, affection, and loyalty of audiences across the country. Best known as the longtime “Voice of the Maryland Terrapins,” Holliday’s career has reached far beyond the broadcast booth, touching music, theater, radio, television, and community life. Before he became a legendary sportscaster, he was the...

Life + Culture

A Taste of Paradise

Seeking Out Aruba’s Most Romantic (And Delicious) Dining Experiences Article and Photography by Sarah Bisacca I landed in Aruba with an open mind and an empty stomach — always a dangerous combination. As a food writer traveling with the Aruba Tourism Authority, I’d come to get a feel for the island’s dining scene, something I knew surprisingly little about despite my other Caribbean adventures. It didn’t take long for Aruba to surprise me.  With more than 100 nationalities represented...

Arts + Culture

Confidence, Connection, and Resilience

Psychotherapist Dr. Ann Turner helps women navigate life's transitions with warmth, expertise, and clarity Article by Elizabeth McKinley | Photography by Briana Inell Photography In the spirit of the Love Issue, Dr. Ann Turner’s work centers on one of life’s most essential elements: connection. A Bethesda-based psychotherapist with more than three decades of experience, Dr. Turner has devoted her career to helping women and couples cultivate resilience, confidence, and deeper relationships at...

Life + Culture

LOVE LOCAL

A Curated Guide to Black-Owned Businesses Article by Bianca Bain Villegas Supporting Black-owned businesses is an investment in community, culture, and creativity. This Love Local Guide highlights exceptional Black-owned establishments across Montgomery County, Howard County, and the National Harbor Waterfront District: places to dine, shop, gather, and celebrate local excellence. Food, Coffee & Dining Black Lion Cafe | Silver Spring | blacklioncafe.com Artfully roasted coffee in a...

Food + Beverage

Around Town

Your Go To Guide For the Best in the Area this Month Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Photography Provided AROUND TOWN Paper Cutting Love: Techniques and Exploration Workshop (18+) Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington | Arlington, VA February 7 | 1:00 PM Explore the art of paper cutting and discover the creative possibilities within positive and negative space. Whether you're inspired by the romantic charm of Valentine's Day or prefer to create timeless...

Beauty

Ginger Nail Spa

Where skill, consistency, and care define the modern nail experience. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, M3 Mitchell Media Nail care today blends beauty, wellness, and personal expression. At Ginger Nail Spa, that balance is shaped by how the work is done and how consistently it shows up from appointment to appointment.  When entering the spa, you will experience a rich environment of luxury fragrances, marble and quartz appointments in the salon and spotless...

Arts + Culture

Timeless “Giselle” Dances into Our Hearts

The Washington Ballet launches the New Year with Edwaard Liang’s strikingly modern vision of the romantic ballet favorite. Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Sonia Bartolomeo for The Washington Ballet As he meticulously prepares for The Washington Ballet’s production of  Giselle , renowned choreographer Edwaard Liang remains captivated by the enduring power of a ballet that he has loved since childhood. His profoundly personal and strikingly modern reimagining of this beloved ballet is...

Home Services

The Art of Exotic Marble: Timeless Beauty That Elevates the Home

In the world of interior design, few materials carry the presence, history, and character of exotic marble. Long admired for its natural movement and refined elegance, marble has evolved beyond a classic surface choice into a true design statement—one that adds both aesthetic and long-term value to the home.Today’s homeowners and designers are increasingly drawn to exotic marbles not for uniformity, but for the individuality each slab offers. No two are alike. Veining patterns, tonal shifts, and...

Health + Wellness

Considering Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty?

Known as the windows into our soul, our eyes are our most defining facial feature. Most procedures, such as rhinoplasty, browlifting, even fillers, are geared towards drawing attention to our eyes. But what options are available when the skin around the eyes, namely the upper lid skin, is droopy? Excess skin and wrinkling of the upper eyelid skin can cause a tired, aged appearance and in extreme cases, can even impact your visual field!For clients with excess skin, and/or fat, of their upper...