Every weekend, one dish slides onto pretty much every brunch menu in the National Capital Region. It’s kind of a thing in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia). It can go by many names, but typically you’ll see it called Chesapeake Benedict or Crab Cake Benedict. Imagine eggs benedict but replace the ham…
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If you’re looking for something truly unique and memorable for the people on your list, Fairfax County’s small businesses have it. There are a variety of cool gift shops and unique gift shops with one-of-a-kind gifts and even things to treat yourself on a fun girl’s weekend getaway or couples trip…
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Fairfax County covers more than 400 square miles filled with vibrant neighborhoods, small towns and exciting cities. Each has its own vibe, its own attractions, and its own story to tell. It’s downright poetic. With a location just across the river from Washington, DC, Fairfax County is a convenient…
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Historically, Native American tribes chose to live near water sources like lakes, rivers, and coastlines. Water was a crucial element of survival, providing access to transportation, food sources like fish, and fertile land for farming. For many tribes, water was considered sacred and an essential…
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Fun fact: Virginia is the birthplace of American wines. The history of winemaking here dates back to the early 1600s when Jamestown settlers planted vines in hopes of creating a cash crop in the New World. In 1619, laws were even created requiring colonists to cultivate vines. But Virginia’s soil…
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Updated for 2024 Legend has it that, each October, the veil between this world and the spirit world grows thinner leading up to All Hallows Eve, aka Halloween. It is a time to remember the dead. And some believe it is a time for the dead to visit us. Over the centuries, however, October 31 changed…
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Fairfax County is a large county – it spans over 407 square miles with a population of 1.4 million people. In such a populous and dynamic destination, with hugely urban downtown areas like Tysons, you may not expect to find a handful of small towns that are so charming and walkable you’ll forget…
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There are attractions that are great. Then there are attractions that go above and beyond. Literally. If your vacation dreams include stellar views, leg-wobbling heights, and the kinds of things only birds get to see, Fairfax County has a number of peak experiences to share. When you come to see…
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Most people come to Fairfax County for our history, shopping, or proximity to Washington, DC. Among them are artists looking to be inspired and photographers hoping to catch lightning in a bottle. Whether you paint or take pictures, your eye, passion, and soul will be understood and nurtured in our…
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On any given summer’s day, you’re sure to see them flutter past—butterflies, hummingbirds and bees. In their search for nectar, they flit from flower to flower, catching pollen along the way and spreading it around. About 75 percent of all flowering plants, from peaches and almonds to coffee and…
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