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North America’s Largest Middle Eastern Restaurant Chain Opens Next Week in Manassas
Shawarma lovers will want to be among the first 200 guests in line at the newest of OSMOW’S Shawarma’s 180 locations which is opening on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 9685 Liberia Ave., Suite 105, Manassas. OSMOW’S Shawarma will treat the first 200 customers to a FREE Regular Chicken...
TikTok food critic Keith Lee boosts business at Virginia restaurants
A TikTok food critic with millions of followers demonstrated how he can make or break a restaurant with a single video when he visited the D.C. area this week. Las Vegas native Keith Lee stopped by Okonomi Asian Grill — also known as the “Asian Chipotle” for its custom rice bowls — in Fairfax, Virginia, and business has been booming.
New in NoVa: Canadian shawarma chain opening first Northern Virginia location
We always like to keep an eye on new national chains (and international chains in this case) that are coming to the area. And there’s an interesting one debuting this coming week. It’s called Osmow’s Shawarma. The brand has 180+ locations, but most of them are in Canada. Now,...
The Maryland State Fair is in full swing; Check out some of the new rides, attractions and food
TIMONIUM, Md. — Friday marks the first full day of the Maryland State Fair, which will run for three weekends. There's all of the old stuff you would expect, plus some new things, such as six new rides. In total, there are 44 rides at the fair. The Wave...
Giant Food enforces new entry policy for minors at 5 Maryland stores to curb theft
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Two Giant Food locations in Baltimore and three in Prince George's County will no longer allow shoppers under the age of 18 to enter without an adult after 6 p.m. starting Thursday. The store locations:. 5150 Sinclair Ln, Baltimore. 601 East 33rd St. Baltimore. Prince George’s...
First Bite Review: Try High-Quality Meats at Lume Asian Fusion in Manassas
The new restaurant exceeded expectations with its fresh, flavorful medley of Asian cuisines. First impressions can be wrong. When I entered Lume Asian Fusion, Old Town Manassas’s newest restaurant, I did not have high hopes. I rarely do for restaurants that cavort too freely between multiple Asian cuisines. Lume’s...
Doughlab bringing new doughnut shop to Loudoun
A new doughnut shop is in the works for a shopping center in Loudoun County. And while it has a new name, you may be familiar with its predecessor. We’re talking about Doughlab, a new retail shop coming to the Cascades Overlook center in Sterling. It’s taking the 800 s.f. space that was vacated by Abbott’s Frozen Custard when that shop closed late last year.
Fairfax County throwing free double-feature drive-in movie event
CHANTILLY, Va. (DC News Now) — Fairfax County is throwing a free double-feature drive-in movie experience on Saturday. The event will be held at the Sully Historic Site, located at 3650 Historic Sully Way in Chantilly, attendees can watch Elemental and then Migration with a 10-minute intermission in between the two movies. Early attendees can […]
When Will West Springfield Trader Joe’s Open?
While Trader Joe’s is getting ready to open, a Springfield Giant celebrates a remodel. Trader Joe’s is expected to open in West Springfield next month in the spot where Whole Foods Market was. The company said last week that it did not have a timeline yet to share,...
Vienna, VA Oktoberfest Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Vienna, VA Oktoberfest celebrates its 15th anniversary this year with our biggest festival yet! More vendors, more food, great music & entertainment, plenty of free kids’ activities and, of course, our locally-sourced beer and wine selections! The festival has historically drawn an average of 20,000-30,000 attendees and is sure to be a smash hit this year.
6 Indulgent Peach Dishes to Try in NoVA
Bid summer adieu and savor down on some sweet, juicy peachy treats. Farm fresh peaches are a delectable treat that put the “sweet” in summer’s bittersweet end. As those slow-moving late-August days give way to September, the time is ripe to soak up the last of the season’s bounty. No matter the occasion, give one of these delightful peach dishes in NoVA a taste as you fondly bid summer adieu.
Gazpacho: Where to Find a Cold Bowl That Will Have You Craving More
Restaurants across Northern Virginia offer different versions, from traditional to wildly creative. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as a bowl of cold, refreshing gazpacho when the temperatures are rising. Gazpacho hails from Spain, specifically Andalusia, the southernmost part of Spain, which gets the warmest in the summer. It was crafted to be enjoyed during hot summer days as a light lunch or simple appetizer. Traditionally made with bread, tomatoes, olive oil, and onion, which are then blended to a creamy texture and chilled, nowadays there are lots of different variations on this classic cold soup recipe. Here is a list of five gazpachos available in NoVA, ranging from the more standard to the wildly creative.
Viral moment during Oprah's DNC speech highlights delegate representing Montgomery County
CHICAGO — The Democratic National Convention entered its third night in Chicago with several high-profile speakers. Among those who took the stage was Oprah Winfrey. During her speech, a quick cut to a Maryland delegate had a lot of people talking. Here's what happened. During Winfrey's speech, she spoke...
Dominion Energy volunteers, Fairfax County Park Authority install osprey nesting platforms in Lorton
LORTON, Va. (DC News Now) — Volunteers from Dominion Energy teamed up with the Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) to install two nesting sites for osprey in Lorton on Thursday. According to a statement from Dominion Energy, the bird species had seen a “severe population decline” because of pesticide poisoning and their eggshells becoming thinner. […]
Aidan Leclaire Band: Channeling Raw Emotion and Indie Rock Grit on “The Spaceman”
Formed in late 2023, the Aidan Leclaire Band quickly established itself as a potent force in the alternative indie rock scene. Hailing from Vienna, Virginia, the band’s music is a raw and unfiltered expression of the human experience, deeply rooted in the emotional depth and gritty energy that defines their genre. Their sound is influenced by the introspective storytelling of bands like Modest Mouse and Alex G, blending poetic lyrics with dynamic instrumentals to create a unique and authentic voice in modern rock.
Calendar: Play Readings, Workshops, and Short-Run Theater Events in the DMV
Play readings and workshops offer a chance to see exciting new work at various stages of development. Want to see the next big thing while it’s still being crafted? Get in on the ground level and see the creative process in action. Featuring new plays and musicals by local and national artists, here are the upcoming play readings and workshops in the DMV.
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