If you want to get out of the city this summer for a day trip, heading to Northern Virginia wineries is a fun option. Written up as having the most fantastic views of the region, great wine, and lively events, Bluemont Vineyard is a great choice to explore this summer. Just a little over an hour drive from the city, this small Virginia winery is located 951 feet above sea level, has stunning panoramic views,  and offers uniquely-crafted wines. Bluemont Vineyards is the perfect place to spend a summer afternoon or evening with good friends, savoring a great bottle of artisnally-made wine while enjoying the ...

Shaw is easily one of D.C.'s most outgoing neighborhoods with its youthful residents, bustling local businesses and the lively 14th Street just nearby. Some of D.C.‘s best chefs have been opening restaurants all throughout the city, and Shaw has had plenty new openings earlier in the year. This summer, there even more exciting additions to the Shaw restaurant scene: Anxo Cidery & Pintxos Bar D.C.‘s first cidery, Anxo Cidery & Pintxos Bar, opened in Shaw on July 13 and has D.C. residents from all over raving. It is also the city’s first licensed winery. The restaurant holds a 660-gallon barrel on the bar’s ...

Nothing beats having a nice cold beer, chatting with friends at home for a summer barbecue. But wait, if no one is throwing a barbecue, how will you be able to enjoy that same feeling of drinking a cold one on a beautiful patio? Two words: beer gardens! Beer gardens are always a hit in D.C., especially in the warmer months. Enjoy a cold brew and delectable dining on the outdoor patio seating at these amazing local bars and restaurants: Garden District Located in Logan Circle, this restaurant/bar is a pretty popular spot in D.C. Their menu list contains several handheld foods ...