Food + Beverage

Around Town: The Social Calendar

Events, Gatherings, and Experiences Shaping the Season Article by Elizabeth McKinley | Photography by Provided Spring in the greater Washington, DC area unfolds in layers: blossoms and ballrooms, tradition and theater, family rituals and black tie evenings. From the earliest egg hunts to cathedral galas, here is how the season progresses across the capital. MARCH 21–22 | 28–29 | APRIL 2–5 Easter Egg Hunt at Green Meadows Farm Ijamsville, MD | 10 AM–3 PM The season begins in the...

Arts + Culture

Artists We Love

Local art, lasting value: meet the DC region artists whose work rewards both the eye and the investment. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Provided The artists working in the region right now do not have a single sound. Some paint the sky. Some cover entire city blocks with figures that stop foot traffic. Some build layered worlds from resin and pigment that take months to complete. What connects the four artists gathered here is not medium or geography, though both matter. It is...

Arts + Culture

Try Mesa, Arizona, for a Spring Break Treat

The Nation's First Autism-Certified City Offers Kindness and Inclusion Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Courtesy of Visit Mesa Some of my fondest childhood memories are from the family vacations I took to the Wisconsin Dells and Miami with my parents and two older sisters. But finding a way to relax and de-stress with my 20-year-old son, Adam Forman, who has autism, has often been challenging, especially with a hospitality industry that often uses a hands-off or cookie-cutter...

Fitness

The Chesapeake Bay Trust

Empowering People, Restoring Nature Article by Marie Robey Wood | Photography by Courtesy of the Chesapeake Bay Trust The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States but faces challenges like nutrient pollution, habitat loss, and the impact of climate change. What can individuals or communities do to help ensure that the Bay and local watersheds are healthy and safe, offering recreational water activities such as swimming and fishing?  Enter the Chesapeake Bay Trust (CBT), a...

Home + Design

Nature in Our Backyards

Article by David Robert Lambert | Photography by Foggy Glen Photography Wildlife, beautiful scenery, and manicured gardens abound in Potomac, Maryland. It's a quiet little town just outside Washington DC. Potomac is in a transition zone between the high-rise buildings of Bethesda and the Agricultural Reserve. The Green Wedge The "Green Wedge" between Bethesda's urban growth and the Ag Reserve is a key feature of Montgomery County's land-use planning. It was established by the Wedges and...

Health + Wellness

Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse

An Elevated Celebration of Fire, Tradition, and Hospitality Article by Finn Aldrich | Photography by Courtesy of Terra Gaucha In a region celebrated for refined dining and global culinary influence, Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse arrives in Rockville with quiet confidence and unmistakable presence. Situated within the dynamic Twinbrook Quarter development, the restaurant introduces the traditions of Southern Brazil through an experience that feels less like dinner and more like a ritual of...

Professional Services

Navigating Loss with Grace

Practical Wisdom for Healing and Preparation Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided GRIEF: Rabbi Gary S Fink, D.Min. Holidays can be difficult for those who grieve. Bereavement is personal and individual, even when shared. Some people express grief through tears and emotions; others are quiet and thoughtful; still others get busy and organize. It is important to make room for the range of responses and feelings that fill the air. A loved one’s memory can be honored in...

Local Services

Investing in Excellence

Meet Potomac’s Best in Business Article by Potomac Lifestyle | Photography by Provided Compass MEGHA Collective – Marie-Claire Ntam Best Real Estate Group Strategic, data-driven, and deeply connected, this award-winning team continues to redefine luxury real estate across Bethesda and Potomac.  mehgahomes.com Team Nurit, The Agency DC – Nurit Coombe Best Realtor A trusted name in residential sales, Nurit Coombe blends market expertise with elevated service for buyers and...

Arts + Culture

Food to Nourish the Spirit

Some of the Area's Finest Offerings for the Passover and Orthodox Easter Season Article by Elizabeth McKinley | Photography by Provided Spring celebrations often gather families around tables rich with symbolism, and few traditions express this more beautifully than Passover and Greek Orthodox Easter. Both holidays center on meaningful, labor intensive meals that follow periods of dietary restraint, turning food into a reflection of faith, memory, and renewal. Passover, or Pesach, tells the...

Home Services

The Journey of Natural Stone — From Quarry to Centerpiece

Natural stone doesn’t begin in a showroom — it begins deep within the earth.Long before a slab becomes the centerpiece of a kitchen island or the focal point of a fireplace, it is formed over millions of years through heat, pressure, and mineral transformation. The journey from quarry to finished surface is one of geology, craftsmanship, and global coordination.In today’s design landscape, understanding where stone comes from — and how it reaches a home — adds a deeper appreciation for its value...