In This Issue: March 2022
Cover Story
Spring Escapes
Call shotgun now for these seven amazing jaunts, all within a doable drive from Northern Virginia.
Features
The Magic Ingredient?
The Wizards have a new coach, a new starting squad, and a new attitude, all in the midst of one of the most confusing seasons in NBA history. The heart of the new squad, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, could give us a hint as to whether they have a shot at long-term greatness--or will need another retooling.
Amazon City
The inside story of how a tiny team of big thinkers made up this place called National Landing--and beat out major cities and billion-dollar proposals to change Northern Virginia forever.
Happy Campers
Five great day camps where your kid can learn how to cook, code, chreograph, and more. PLUS: Check out our annual list of readers' favorite summer camps in Northern Virginia.
True Color
One thing that's become clear throughout this pandemic? We could all do with a little--or a lot--more color in our lives. You might play it safe with mostly neutrals, throwing in just a few brighter accents. Or maybe you're ready to go all out with bold, beautiful, saturated color. It's a totally personal choice, and these tips from local interior designers can help you make the right one.
NoVA Now
Petal Power
Every year, the DMV bursts into a profusion of pink and white, drawing the eye of the world to its nearly 3,800 cherry blossom trees. The National Cherry Blossom Festival attracts millions of visitors and is captured in billions of social media impressions, and in 2022, it's scheduled to go live again. Here's what you should know about Washington's big pink-petal party.
Is Northern Virginia Ready for Some Football?
While buzz has been building that owner Dan Snyder's team will be calling Virginia home later this decade, officials aren't doing a touchdown dance quite yet.
Morning Glory
The first rule of drag brunch is to always talk about drag brunch--with friends, on Instagram, to anyone who likes to have a good time.
On Our Radar
NoVA-related books and shows that caught our eyes and ears.
Spellbound
Frances Park, who grew up in Alexandria and Springfield from the age of 3, shares the memories of a "Korean Baby Boomer" in her latest book, "That Lonely Spell" (Heliotrope Books), a captivating collection of personal essays. In "Between Us," a chapter excerpted here, Park looks back on two intertwined topics: her mother and food.
Datebook
The Good Life
Family Ties
A mother-and-daughter macramé business turns out trendy knotted plant hangers, artwork, and more.
Destination: Fredericksburg
History, honey wine, hundreds of ice cream flavors in one shop, and more reasons to visit.
Just Add Waffles
All the essentials for the breakfast in bed of your dreams.
Skin Deep
A good skincare routine matters now more than ever, and it can even fight the dreaded "maskne."
Taste
True Story
Ancient recipes and Japanese immigrant influences add to the party of flavors at this Sterling restaurant.
Hangry Heart
Hangry Burger brings diverse patties and buns, as well as a unique interior, to Springfield.
Foodies Go Bragh!
Toast St. Patrick's Day with the underrated cuisine of Ireland, no green beer required.
A New Wave
The Salt Line in Ballston brings New England-style seafood into the 21st century.
Any Questions?
Hoda Kotb
The "Today" Show co-host, 57, chats with us about life's little surprises.