Category: Local POV

Stories told by the people who live there!

These people are not paid, just telling stories, journeys and insights about the cities that they love. These are the insider stories about the best local spots across the Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore and more.

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Barrel: Best Bourbon Bar in Washington DC

Let’s talk about my favorite bourbon bar in DC Barrel. Barrel is a beautiful wood covered restaurant dominated by bar top that practically goes the length of the whole place. For the most part, it’s quiet, cozy and dark. My favorite perch is either at the bar or the long table at the front with […]

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These Five DC Bottomless Brunch Spots Will Cure Sunday

Bottomless Brunch is a way of life in the district. Here is your guide for navigating the brunch scene, that will leave you full, drunk and happy. Boqueria A personal favorite, Boqueria on M Street is serving the public bottomless traditional Spanish tapas and drinks like mimosas, sangrias, and even Spanish beer, for a mere […]

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The Coffee Connection on Capitol Hill

A great cup of coffee is just around the corner in the Capitol Hill district. We’ve listed favorites within a short walk of the Eastern Market and Capitol South Metro Stations. These selections offer easy access to a variety of local roasts and international flavors. Venture out to a well travelled cafe or an under […]

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Washington DC: Dinner on the Hill – Part 2

A FULL PLATE – DINING AROUND DC’S EASTERN MARKET PART 2 DC’s bountiful restaurant scene makes the city a culinary capitol with every neighborhood offering a full plate of options. We’ve added a few more stars and standbys that showcase Capitol Hill’s international flavor to our list of favorite casual dinner spots. These choices are […]

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Dinner In and Around the Capitol Hill Area – Part 1

DC is famous for it’s vibrant restaurant scene and this culinary capitol offers a bounty of choices in every neighborhood. We’ve selected a sampling of stars and standbys showcasing Capitol Hill’s international flavor – all located within the few short blocks surrounding the Eastern Market Metro Station. Add them to your contact list for easy […]

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Lunch On the Hill

Lunch on Capitol Hill may be many things –  business, pleasure, or simply a quick grab and go between meetings, but with so many options in walking distance, lunch on the hill never has to be boring. The heart of DC has a bounty of restaurants and this short list features a selection of light […]

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Stand Out Starters Breakfast & Brunch around Capitol Hill

The Capitol Hill district in Washington D.C. offers plenty of delicious breakfast & Brunch bests. This list of morning meal spots includes everything from fresh baked bagels to pancakes and protein, grab-and-go or a meeting out. These local favorites are conveniently located within walking distance of the Eastern Market and Capitol South Metro Stations. The […]

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Where Locals do Happy Hour in Capitol Hill

Happy Hour, or as the locals say, “HH”, is as well known in DC as the Smithsonian museums. As soon as the clock strikes four, men and women in business attire are flocking to the nearest watering hole to network and meet friends to unwind from the day. Since dining out in DC can get […]

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The Best Eats of Columbia Heights 11th Street

Located in DC’s Northwest quadrant, Columbia Heights is one of the district’s most well-known and historic neighborhoods. Notorious for being Jazz legend Duke Ellington’s home in the 1920’s, the neighborhood is now known for its more affordable housing, major retailers such as Target and Best Buy, and many accessible transportation options. However, where you can […]

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10 Best Fast Casual Restaurants in Midtown Manhattan

There’s No Place to Eat in Midtown! Part One: The 10 Best Fast Casual Restaurants. I hear it all the time, “there’s no place to eat in Midtown.” That is technically not true at all. There are hundreds of restaurants in Midtown Manhattan, an area that stretches from 14th Street all the way to 59th […]

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