For many in the United States, a long weekend extends before us–the unofficial beginning of summer which signals warm weather barbecues and refreshing cocktails. A few weeks ago, I spent a similar long weekend in Alexandria, VA, a charming off-shoot of our nation’s capital. While there, Mr. Rache and I painted the town. . .vermilion. . .at a restaurant of the same name. Vermilion promotes food values much like mine: simple and locally sourced, even designating a page to local purveyors on […]

Categories: Recipes, Restaurant, Summer Recipes • Tags: Alexandria, cocktails, D.C., drinks, farm to table, fine dining, food, local, photography