In This Issue: January 2024

Pizza!

If you're like us, you're always on the hunt for a good pie. Unlike New York, Chicago, or Detroit, Northern Virginia doesn't have a definitive style of pizza. You could view that as a downfall -- or, you can embrace the pizza diversity here, and enjoy the variety that is available at our fingertips. Here's our list of the 18 best pies in NoVA, four more that are worth a drive out of town -- and how to to make a drool-worthy slice by yourself.

From Farm to Fashion

This Middleburg shepherd and fashion designer creates fine wool goods, using a conscious approach to every step of the production process.

A Recipe for Success

Red Truck Bakery founder Brian Noyes reflects on 15 years of his destination bakery as it enters a new era.

A Cut Above

Two NoVA hairstylists share stories of their touching connections with longtime clients.

Get to Know Your Parents' Economic Situation

Financial advisers offer advice for talking to Mom and Dad about assets as they age and need more help.

Innovating with AI

A NoVA teen looks to change perceptions about artificial intelligence by using it to find health care solutions.

On Our Radar

Area Eponyms

NoVA is rich in history. Here's how the monikers of some towns and counties came to be.

What's in Store for 2024?

Instead of another list of resolutions that won't be completed, try our NoVA-inspired bingo card, which offers 24 resolutions and activities to help you reach your goals and explore our vast region.

Small Wonder

This tiny house was created with spiteful intentions. Nearly two centuries later, it's still an iconic part of Alexandria's architecture.

Industrial Acrobatics

Cirque Mechanics takes the circus to a new level.

Look Again

At this DC museum, you'll be surprised at how reality differs from what you see.

Pump It Up

New year, new you: These must-have fitness products will help you accomplish your resolutions and show up to the gym in style.

Datebook

Green Thumb

Attention plant killers: Here's what to consider to create an environment where houseplants thrive.

Functional Face-Lift

An addition to a Falls Church home gave a family of five plenty of entertaining space and kicked up curb appeal.

Making It Work

The home office is made appealing with these chic renovations.

Listing of the Month

Arvind Manocha

Wolf Trap's president and CEO talks about his favorite acts and the difficulty of fundraising.