A deep tissue massage. A European facial. A steam in the sauna. What’s your idea of self-care? If it’s anything on that list, you’ll be happy to spend a few hours at Sun’s Day Spa. The team of beautifiers and pamperers are experts at administering TLC in whatever form works best for you. However, they…
Ravensworth Blog
Jan
20
2022
Hangry Burger’s chefs take the traditional American burger and improve upon it in a variety of unexpected ways. For one thing, they use all different types of protein—from ground chicken to seasonal white fish, in addition to options including a standard beef patty. For another, they season and embellish the patties with creative ingredients like…
Jan
14
2022
If your New Year’s resolution was to try something new, sit down for a sip at Soricha Tea & Theater. Part teahouse, part performing arts center, the local spot has amassed more than 300 glowing Yelp reviews thanks to the way it showcases some of the most intriguing aspects of Korean culture. That includes, of…
Dec
06
2021
Tender beef and lamb doner over Turkish bulgur pilav surrounded by dollops of red cabbage slaw, beet salad, tzatziki sauce, fresh hummus, and Greek yogurt dip. These are the vibrant, healthy components that comprise the beef and lamb bowl at Akivva Grill, a new local eatery that’s dishing out authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern…
Dec
02
2021
Part ice skating rink, part dazzling holiday light display, Ice & Lights is aptly named. The festive event has returned for the 2021 season with the Winter Village display slated to stay until January 2nd, and the ice-skating rink remaining open for guests until the end of February. If you want to soak up some…
Nov
01
2021
With Thanksgiving day quickly approaching, you might be reflecting on everything you’re grateful for this year. You might also be thinking about ways that you can give back to others who may not be as fortunate. Enter: the Fairfax Turkey Trot. Now in its 9th year, the race is returning to its typical in-person format…
Oct
23
2021
The Italian Place is an amazing Italian sandwich and pizza restaurant that recently made its debut in Fairfax. The flagship location of the gourmet market is located in Old Town Alexandria, but both eateries serve fresh Italian subs, pizza, and more. Adriana and George Sifakis opened The Italian Place in 2016 as a way to…
Oct
16
2021
Get in the Halloween spirit during Alexandria’s Original Ghost & Graveyard Tour! During this tour, you’ll follow a Colonial-costumed guide by lantern light through Alexandria’s Old Town historic district. You’ll hear lots of ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, folklore, legends, tales of romance, and stories of angry ghosts looking for revenge. Alexandria’s Ghost & Graveyard…
Oct
04
2021
Happening now through Nov. 7, the Cox Farms Fall Festival in Centreville offers all of the family-friendly autumn entertainment and attractions you could want, including swings, slides, animals, and hayrides, and much more. Little ones can try performing fun farm chores like hoisting bales of straw, pumping water, milking a cow, or using a grain…
Sep
18
2021
New in town, Ben Gong's Tea is serving the community of Annandale with yummy teas and slushes and even coffees! You’ll find drinks anywhere from Yakult teas and Bengong milk teas to Bengong coffees, dessert milk slushies, fruit and cheese teas, and more. A few of their popular beverages to order include the peach oolong…