Looking for a cute new spot to grab breakfast, lunch, dinner or even just coffee? Look no further than Mae’s Market and Cafe, a new addition to Alexandria's dining scene. You’ll feel right at home as you make your way through the brick entryway and enter the brightly lit space. Grab a quick bite to eat…
Author Archives: Porter Del Ray
Nov
12
2021
Come out and support the 45th annual Turkey Trot in Alexandria this Thanksgiving and give back to the community. All proceeds and funds raised for the race are donated to the ALIVE! Organization, which divides charitable donations among many different causes that need support. With a long history dating back to 1975, The Alexandria Turkey Trot has…
Nov
12
2021
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on all the things that we have to be grateful for. It’s a joyous time, but for those who are hosting the biggest feast of the year, it can also be a stressful occasion—but it doesn’t have to be! If you’ll be hosting Thanksgiving…
Oct
05
2021
You’ll never have to wonder what’s going on behind the scenes at Aslin Beer. When the local brewing company opened a new, larger outpost in Alexandria,, they made sure to save plenty of room for their production equipment—and a viewing window that allows guests of the taproom to see the brewmasters at work. The spacious…
Oct
05
2021
Unless you’re planning a trip to the Deep South this year, your best bet for authentic Southern food is an evening at Magnolia's on King. This Old Town favorite combines the classic dishes of the South with fresh local ingredients, all the while providing the kind of high-end service you’d expect from a classy restaurant…
Oct
05
2021
If the mess of carving a jack-o’-lantern doesn’t really appeal to you, but having some fall fun does, try one of these alternatives to your traditional Halloween decoration. Nail polish pumpkins. Don’t have a fully stocked craft cabinet? No problem! Nail polish pumpkins make use of beauty supplies you have stowed in the bathroom. Use…
Sep
22
2021
Classic Italian gelati in the heart of Old Town? Si grazie! You’ll find it at Old Town Dolci Gelati Café, along with a few other uniquely Mediterranean specialties. The recipe for the gelati at this tidy café is as authentic as it gets. Founder Gianluigi has had it in his family for years, and uses it…
Sep
04
2021
With its shorter days and dipping temperature, the fall season reinvigorates our desire for cozy, welcoming spaces. Here are a few tips to help you bring autumn into your apartment—in the snuggliest, comfiest way possible. Toss up some twinkle lights. Twinkle lights instantly create a cozy vibe within your home, transforming a simple space into something…
Aug
31
2021
Do you love exploring gift shops? If so, you may want to check out The Old Town Shop, a fun place in town that carries souvenirs of both Old Town, Alexandria, and DC. Whether you’re a local or tourist, it’s worth stopping by! They sell magnets, shirts, ornaments, tote bags, cookbooks, soaps, coasters, trivets, and much…
Aug
19
2021
Need a new place to explore this summer? Plan an awesome, adventure-filled day at Great Waves Waterpark. Recently opened to the public, you can swing by for endless fun and endless good times all around, as soon as you arrive. It’s just too great of a place not to check out. Why? Because they have everything!…