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West End’s Alexandria Overlook Condominiums
Built in 1974, Alexandria Overlook condominiums can be found at 5160 Maris Avenue in the West End of Alexandria VA just a few minutes away from the intersection of North Van Dom and Seminary. Its location is just the ideal spot for accessibility to Old Town, Arlington, DC and Shirlington. This garden style Alexandria Overlook... Continue reading→
USMC Memorial is in Rosslyn VA
“In honor and in memory of the men of the United States Marine Corps who have given their lives to their country since November 10, 1775.” The Marine Corps War Memorial can be found on Marshall Drive between Route 50 and the Arlington national Cemetery in Rosslyn. Every single name and date of every principal... Continue reading→
Yamazato Sushi & Spice
Who says Old Town has all the best restaurants? West End has several gastronomic pleasures and one of them is Yamazato. Yamazato Sushi & Spice is a Japanese-style restaurant serving sushi and teryaki at 6303 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312. It's across the street from Grand Mart, a popular international grocery store that specializes... Continue reading→
USPTO is in Alexandria’s Carlyle District
The United States Patent and Trademark Office is in Alexandria VA not far from the King Street Metro. This section of Alexandria is called "the Carlyle District". While Old Town Alexandria is famed for its historic feel and colonial atmosphere, the Carlyle District is anything but historic and vintage. The Carlyle District is the home... Continue reading→
Around the Monuments and Memorials of Washington DC
Julie and I took these pictures during one of our downtown bike rides.
Not Just Your Traditional Multi Unit Condo – The Mosby
Del Ray in Alexandria features a luxurious boutique condominium built by neighborhood resident Brian Thomas. And with the help of local architect Gavier Nichols and landscape designer Linda Hostetler, The Mosby became a successful creation out of a simple single family house. The Mosby was actually an old single family house that was turned into... Continue reading→
A walk through Huntley Meadows
Huntley Meadows is a natural treasure for residents of Northern Virginia. The park is over 4500 acres of wetlands, forest and meadows in urban Fairfax County. I recently took a walk through the park and snapped a few pictures. Homes for sale near Huntley Meadows Park
Archeology in Alexandria
Julie and I recently visited a dig near Old Town on Shooter's Hill behind the Masonic Memorial.
Go home baby bird!
I saw this little guy lost and alone when I was making my way to the car. I hope he found his mommie.
Bottles of Wine and Pounds of Coffee at Grape + Bean
Opened in 2008 by David Gwathmey and Sheera Rosenfeld in Old Town, this wine retail shop / coffee shop / wine tasting bar carries the name Grape and Bean or just simply Grape + Bean. This Alexandrian treat is a part of what makes Old Town ultimately special. Providing exceptional service and excellent quality products,...