Ring in the New Year with Take-Out Options
Ring in the New Year 2021 in DC with Take-Out Options The holidays are rough this year – there’s no way around it. My husband and I are staying in DC with a small celebration for just the two of…
Kelley Smith
Hi there! I've lived in Washington, DC since 2018 and in the DMV area my whole life. I'm excited to help inspire your day in DC including the most famous sites, hidden gems, my favorite places to grab a bite, and the easiest ways to get around.
How to Visit the National Christmas Tree Like a Local
How to Visit the National Christmas Tree Like a Local There are a number of notable Christmas trees around The District to enjoy while you are exploring the city. Arguably, the most recognizable and most visited is the National Christmas Tree…
Downtown Holiday Market Stretches Two Blocks and Returns for 2020
Downtown Holiday Market Stretches Two Blocks and Returns for 2020 The Downtown Holiday Market is a beloved annual shopping tradition by many Washingtonians. In the past, dozens of vendors lined the corner of 7th and F Street to sell toys,…
From Blogging to Bakery: Fetching Goodies Serves Up Gluten-Free and Vegan Treats
Rachel from Fetching Goodies in Alexandria has been blogging about recipes since college. After years of recipe practice and dreaming about opening a bakery, she took the leap to start a home bakery last year. Rachel’s specialty is cookie bars…
Celebrating Joy Through Art with Mina from EWBA
Neighborhood Washington, DC art always grabs my attention. Nationally, DC is visually portrayed with grand photos of recognizable monuments almost exclusively. Don’t get me wrong, I never get tired of the beauty on the National Mall, but I don’t want…
Blackleaf Vodka Brings a New Taste to Your Home Bar
DC sometimes gets a bad rap for being a government town. But when you truly take a look at the people of this city, you can find some thoughtful and creative entrepreneurs. One of those people is Kevin Larkai. When…
11:Eleven Gallery Showcases UK Art in DC
11:Eleven Gallery Showcases UK Art in DC Nicola Charles, a British native and Founder of 11:Eleven gallery in Truxton Circle, didn’t always know her destiny was to open an art gallery, not to mention one in the United States. However,…
Proper 21K Opens In West End
You may know Proper, the upscale sports bar near the White House. Despite all the challenges 2020 brings to the restaurant industry, Proper worked very hard to open their new location in West End: Proper 21K. The new location features…
Crumb and Clover Brings a Taste of Joy to Leesburg
Crumb and Clover Brings a Taste of Joy to Leesburg Long time baker Rachel Franco recently founded Crumb and Clover to bring delicious cookies and joy to the DC area. Even with all the challenges that come with launching a business during…