June 02, 2009, 09:07 AM The Maillbag Sloouumppppp. That was the sound of me licking my finger after I received a Buzz9:30cupcake. The devil's food cupcake is filled with vanilla buttercream, topped with chocolate frosting, dipped in chocolate ganache and topped with the 9:30 club logo. Besides getting your sugar high at the 9:30 club, you can sample the treat at Buzz where it's rocking out the Alexandria bakery as the cupcake of the month. Look forward to more finger-licking goodness with July's Summer Berry Cupcake -- blueberry cupcake with raspberry frosting -- and August's S'more Cupcake.
May 28, 2009, 10:17 AM Texting At The Table A few years ago, texting turned out to be one of the many dating don'ts that torpedoed one of my Date Labs. Apparently, texting at the table has only gotten worse, with people thumbing not their noses, but their cell phones at their host, spouse and mom. Well, the grand Pooh-Bah of etiquette, Cindy Post, weighed in:
"If you are in a situation where your attention should be focused on others, you should not be texting."
May 27, 2009, 10:31 AM Video of the Week
The Jon and Kate Plus 8 premiere pulled in nearly 10 million viewers who just couldn't turn away from the train wreck. So slurp up this week's video -- a Soup-y take on the show.
May 21, 2009, 03:29 PM Ginger Spice The New York Times points out that homemade ginger ale is spicing up homes and bars around the country. As Derek Brown, left, found out during this Frugal Foodie, it's not just about quality. It's also more economical. Try his recipe for Applejack Punch when you want to give your ginger ale a little extra kick.
Is it strange that this week's mail delivered up two disparate items? Jim Beam's Red Stag whiskey and Essential Yoga. Stay tuned for a full report on both.
May 13, 2009, 08:39 AM Video of the Week
I discovered yoga when I was procrastinating on a writing assignment. Parked on a yoga mat, I not only cleared my writer's block but developed a new passion. And so, instead of blogging I've been working on Past Tense, my new yoga studio, which opens mid June. No, this doesn't mean I'm quitting my day job. I'm still freelancing furiously and will continue to do so. More information to come, but for today enjoy a little Ogden.
May 05, 2009, 09:14 AM Bottoms Up Add a little zing to your Cinco de Mayo festivities with a Hot & Spicy Maestro Margarita because some like it hot.
Hot & Spicy Maestro Margarita * 1 1/2 oz Maestro Dobel Diamond Tequila * 1 oz agave nectar * 1 1/2 oz club soda * 1 crushed orange section * Splash of freshly squeezed lime juice * 2 "shots" of Tabasco or other hot sauce Pour all ingredients into an iced shaker. Shake with ice and serve on the rocks.
Bottoms Up, a semi-regular feature, appears when life calls for a drink.
May 04, 2009, 12:48 PM Mmm, Mmm DC US News wants retirees to pull up a seat at DC's table. Washington earned a spot on their places-for-foodies-to-retire list. And, both newbies and long-standing locals will want to belly up to the Food section, which just earned a James Beard Award.
April 30, 2009, 12:33 PM Bottoms Up In this week's Frugal FoodieModern Spice author Monica Bhide whipped up a spicy Indian dinner on a budget. The perfect sipper? The Tamarita, which chef/owner KN Vinod serves up at Indique Heights.
The Tamarita * 1 1/2 ounces tequila, such as Cuervo Gold * 1 ounce triple sec * 1 1/2 tablespoons store-bought tamarind-date chutney * 1 1/2 ounces store-bought or homemade sour mix * Lemon wedge or slice, for garnish
Fill a Collins glass with ice. Add the tequila, triple sec, chutney and sour mix; stir well. Garnish with a lemon wedge or slice of lemon.
Bottoms Up, a semi-regular feature, appears when life calls for a drink.
I'm the author of Gilded Lili: Lili St. Cyr and the Striptease Mystique. As a freelance writer, I cover more than the uncoverings of burlesque stars. I also write about food, travel, health, entertainment and more.
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Sloouumppppp. That was the sound of me licking my finger after I received a 
A few years ago, texting turned out to be one of the many dating don'ts that torpedoed one of my 
The New York Times points out that 
Add a little zing to your Cinco de Mayo festivities with a Hot & Spicy Maestro Margarita because some like it hot.
US News wants retirees to pull up a seat at DC's table. Washington earned a spot on their 
In this week's 
