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Brunch: Chapter 2

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Rachel

Clearly, Emily and I have all but abandoned this lovely blog in the past few months. You can find her blogging away at Speed Laces, Amazing Races about her crazy Ironman-ness and you can find me at, well, um, doing … Continue reading →

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Cheating at Passover

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Rachel

I chose to brunch at Cafe Bonaparte because they had a solid selection of omelets that I knew would be perfect for my cousin, his girlfriend and me during Passover a few weeks back. But deep down, I knew that … Continue reading →

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Rachel Goes Vegan

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Rachel

I love meat. And eggs. And dairy. But sometime, the world conspires against you. Dan and I got back from vacation a few weeks back, only to find out that our fridge and freezer were dead. A lovely surprise after … Continue reading →

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We Brunch and We Run: GW Parkway Classic + Tabard Inn

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Rachel

Despite my fondness for brunch, I had somehow never made it to the highly regarded Tabard Inn until this weekend. Now I can finally say that I’m a true DC bruncher. Emily and I started the morning off with a … Continue reading →

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1 Night in Paris

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Rachel

I’m sorry. I couldn’t help myself. Yes, “1 Night in Paris” is the title of the Paris Hilton sex tape. But it also describes the wonderful weekend getaway Dan and I took to Paris, VA a few weeks back. And … Continue reading →

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A Week of Salmon

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Rachel

It’s that time of year again–a blogging fail. Emily and I have both been swamped with work, taxes, car purchases and training for our various races (my half marathon, her Ironman). So, unfortunately, the blog has taken a bit of … Continue reading →

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Weekly Brunch Round-Up

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Rachel

From DC with love: Metromix awards the best DC brunch to Founding Farmers. I love FF’s concept, but I have to disagree with Metromix that this is the best DC has to offer. More delicious baked eggs! Corn muffins make … Continue reading →

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Happy National Cereal Day!

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Rachel

Today, March 7, is National Cereal Today. I think this might be one of my favorite national food days, because who doesn’t like cereal? I’m not one of those people who has cereal for lunch and dinner, although Special K … Continue reading →

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Weekly Brunch Round-Up

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Rachel

From DC with love: Despite all of the tofu hate that exists in this world, I’m actually a fan. I’ve ordered tofu scrambles out, but have never made my own.  Lasagna + brunch = brunch lasagna. This seems kind of … Continue reading →

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It’s Beginning to Feel a Lot Like Outdoor Brunch Weather

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Rachel

Last Friday’s nice weather was such a tease, and remind me just how ready I am for springtime! Spring means running in shorts and a t-shirt, drinking a beer at the Georgetown Waterfront, wine tasting in Virginia, avoiding tourists on … Continue reading →

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