Metro Weekly

Life + Leisure

  • Inviting Italian

    By on May 28, 2003

    Moderate prices, a warm welcome, and outdoor seating make Arucola the perfect spot to dine on a summer's eve. Now that the beautifully restored Avalon...

  • Environs

    By on May 21, 2003

    MAXIMUM HEADROOM! 10 ft ceilings, elevated doorjambs, deep tubs and high showers make this 2BR/2BA a dream for the vertically gifted. Faux fireplaces, original artwork,...

  • Coastal Cuisine

    By on May 21, 2003

    From fine to casual, the dining scene at gay mecca Rehoboth Beach remains as delectable and dependable as ever With the arrival of Memorial Day...

  • Environs

    By on May 14, 2003

    SQUAT IN STYLE! Temp 1BR home incl. bar, view, tasteful furnishings. Newly installed gym, HBO make this a stellar space for working from home. Steps...

  • Mediterranean Marvel

    By on May 14, 2003

    Although it only opened last October, Zaytinya is already one of the hottest restaurants in town Zesty Zaytinya: a assortment of dishes.(Photo by Michael Wichita)...

  • Environs

    By on May 7, 2003

    The D.C.F.D.'s Firehouse #9 was built in 1865. Following its condo conversion in the mid twentieth century, it was bought by the U.S. military and,...

  • Environs

    By on April 30, 2003

    Photos by Michael Wichita NOW MUSEUM, NOW YOU DON'T! 8BR/7BA mansion is home to more historical artifacts than P St. Beach at 2am. Four flrs,...

  • Environs

    By on April 23, 2003

    ART INTIMIDATES LIFE! Hollering heads spruce up this 17th St efficiency. HWF, original furnishings, Murphy bed. Studios in basement make this bldg ideal for those...

  • Environs

    By on April 16, 2003

    TOOK A WHOLE LOTTA TRYIN' but we made it to 17th Street! 2BR/2BA on 3rd floor of impeccably located bldg. Large windows, plenty of parking,...

  • Food Factor

    By on April 16, 2003

    There's much to admire and very little to find fault with at Chef Tom Powers's wondrous restaurant A dear friend holds the view that food...

  • Environs

    By on April 9, 2003

    SCARY HOUSE IN DANGEROUS NEIGHBORHOOD but a chick-magnet nonetheless! HWF, lots of windows, slot machine and piano in living room. Site of fabulous annual party...

  • Environs

    By on April 2, 2003

    DITCH THE LAW, KEEP THE BED! Tastefully furnished 17th St. efficiency w/ Murphy bed, original artwork, HWFs, ceiling fan. Occupant is thrifty GM w/ skittish...

  • French Kiss

    By on April 2, 2003

    Don't let skewed world diplomacy interfere with one of the most European experiences Washington has to offer The gang's all here:Bistrot comes alive at night....

  • Fresh Start

    By on March 26, 2003

    The space that once housed Mrs. Simpson's is recast in an Italian light by restaurateur Vincenzo Belvito In this era of ever-increasing uncertainty we long...

  • Environs

    By on March 26, 2003

    GIMMEE THAT COUNTRYSIDE! 50's hip gets a postmodern nose job in this bucolic 3BR hideaway. Ever-evolving hive of activity in social neighborhood. Expansive yard, exquisite...