BRUNCH
Marvin is the place to go for brunch. Not only do they have great food, but their coffee is to die for. This hip and trendy spot offers hearty dishes such as croque monsieur, croque madame (fried cheese sandwich topped with fried egg), chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits (a corn-based porridge common in Southern US cooking), and the fantastic Nutella waffles. After your meal, visit the lounge – a great space to spend the afternoon outside catching up with friends over drinks.
2007 14th St NW; Tel: +1 202 797 7171
www.marvindc.com
GROOM
Gents should get a haircut with Michael at Logan 14. Not only will you get a perfect cut, you’ll also enjoy a hilarious conversation.
1314B 14th St NW; Tel: +1 202 506 6868
www.logan14salonspa.com
SHOP
Tysons Galleria houses a collection of high-end stores, as well as a handful of good restaurants. Here, you’ll find Chanel, Salvatore Ferragamo, Saks, Neiman Marcus, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Henri Bendel, and Anthropologie all in one place. It’s the Fifth Avenue of Northern Virginia.
2001 International Drive, McLean, VA
www.tysonsgalleria.com
SPA
In downtown Washington, Nusta Spa has a range of excellent bespoke spa treatments. The therapists ensure you have the perfect environment before they begin, with your choice of music and room temperature, for example. It’s also the first spa to receive Gold LEED certification from the US Green Building Council.
1129 20th St NW; Tel: +1 202 530 5700
www.nustaspa.com
SPLURGE
Brooks Brothers is a store that still emphasises great personal service. The clothes are tailored to perfection and are top of the line in quality and cut. They might be pricey, but they are classics that can be worn for many years, which I think makes them a worthy investment.
1201 Connecticut Ave NW; Tel: +1 202 659 4650
www.brooksbrothers.com
DINE
Marcel’s is classic French cuisine done to perfection; yet another reason why Washington, DC is fast becoming a culinary destination on par with New York. The degustation menu is incredible and gives you a great idea of why chef Robert Wiedmaier is one of the best in the city.
2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW; Tel: +1 202 296 1166
www.marcelsdc.com
If you are an adventurous eater and enjoy sashimi, I recommend Izakaya Seki in the U Street Corridor. This fantastic find serves fresh fish and the best Japanese cuisine in town.
1177 V St NW; Tel: +1 202 588 5841
www.sekidc.com
ESCAPE
An hour’s drive from Washington, Baltimore is a great weekend escape. The beautiful waterfront is worth the visit alone, and the Inner Harbor is lined with attractions, restaurants and shopping. Three centuries of history have left their mark on the town, celebrated in several world-class museums. Check out some of the neighbourhoods like Federal Hill, Fell’s Point, Mount Vernon and Little Italy.
www.baltimore.org
INDULGE
Experience the hustle and bustle of a busy dinner service at Pearl Dive Oyster Palace. You need to go all out on food here; the raw oysters are a good place to start, followed by Angels on Horseback [oysters wrapped in bacon].
1612 14th St NW; Tel: +1 202 319 1612
www.pearldivedc.com
