by Amanda Jane Cooney | PUBLISHED Aug 28, 2013 | 2 MIN READ
Instead of fighting the crowds this Labor Day, do something different: kick it at home. Invite over a few of the crew, pull out the Carcassonne and cook up this delicious version of hummus to nosh on as you enjoy your evening in. Or enjoy it as a pre-game for the... 
by Amanda Jane Cooney | UPDATED Nov 13, 2018 | PUBLISHED Aug 28, 2013 | 2 MIN READ
Clerks, Taylor ham, Jersey Shore, Zach Braff, Atlantic City… Jersey is famous for a lot of things. But burgers? Yep. As a girl without a grill, I struggle to perfect the home burger, but this does the trick. Sweet yet acidic white onion... by Amanda Jane Cooney | UPDATED Dec 12, 2018 | PUBLISHED Mar 15, 2013 | 3 MIN READ
While perusing Pinterest, skimming over blogs or walking around, you’ll be led to just one conclusion: doughnuts are where it’s at. Doughnuts are in fact, the new cupcake—and lighter, more buttery than their hipster passé brothers. Once again, DC is ahead of the... 
by Amanda Jane Cooney | UPDATED Dec 18, 2018 | PUBLISHED Nov 19, 2012 | 1 MIN READ
Rosa Mexicano is one of my favorite places for ultra-fresh guacamole and a zingy cocktail after work. I was particularly excited to try their spicy, rich flavors this fall, curated by Jonathan Waxman of New York’s Barbuto and Top Chef Masters. I was fully enamored... by Amanda Jane Cooney | UPDATED Dec 18, 2018 | PUBLISHED Sep 24, 2012 | 1 MIN READ
Each year in Munich, Germany, Oktoberfest is held during late September. It’s a 16-day festival that brings in 6 million people every year! Oktoberfest begins when the Mayor of Munich taps the first barrel of Oktoberfest beer. The first Oktoberfest was held in 1810... by Amanda Jane Cooney | UPDATED Jan 6, 2019 | PUBLISHED May 14, 2012 | 2 MIN READ
Mmm…doesn’t the smell of charcoal and applewood smoke just make you want to hug a greased pig? When the heat leaves you so parched, so lifeless, leave the grilling to the pros. Here’s a rotating calendar of outdoor barbecues–good all summer long. The only movement...
