Today I had the pleasure of buying plums from a gentleman who had just gathered them from his yard not two miles away. They’re juicy and green, the size of small garlic bulbs, and called sineguelas. Granted, I’m presently in rural Spain, but this very fresh, very local food for cash pleasure could be coming to […]
Part of our civic duty to you, entrusted reader and Capitol Hill resident, is to find out what’s on your mind. That’s why we are asking for your questions and comments about the neighborhood. Later this week, THIH will sit down to talk with Julia Christian, Executive Director of Capitol Hill’s Chamber of Commerce, CHAMPS. […]
I love this one of a favorite Hill spot, and how it captures all of its energy and color.
The office bug that has been slowly knocking people out has finally found me, and I have to agree with my sick co-workers — summer colds are much less fun than winter colds. Not that winter colds are fun but at least then you can just curl up under the covers and sip tea until […]
Tablecloths whipping in the wind. Waiters waltzing with trays of sparkling beverages balanced in the air. Small chic dogs tucked near hefty handbags and high heals. ‘Gents loosening their ties and pushing their chairs back for one more round. Are you in a sidewalk cafe in Paris’ Monteparnasse or overlooking Barcelona’s Las Ramblas? No, you’ve […]