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The year of quarantine had significant impacts on our physical and mental health. Which lifestyle changes are here to stay, and which of the unhealthy habits we developed as coping mechanisms need to be undone?

Top Doctors

Their pandemic senior year was anything but ordinary—which makes these new graduates and their myriad achievements all the more extraordinary.

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The Netherlands Carillon bells near the Iwo Jima memorial are coming back. And carillonneur Edward Nassor takes song requests.

Cycling propelled him through a cold, dark, lonely winter and into the current bliss that is shorts weather.

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In-person events are happening again! Venture out for live music, movies under the stars and the Arlington County Fair. Good Stuff

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I WAS HAVING LUNCH RECENTLY with a friend and client who I find to be particularly thoughtful and wise. I shared (perhaps overshared) some struggles my family has been dealing with because of the pandemic. He, in turn, talked about chal lenges his family has faced and then referenced a quote that’s been attributed to the late actor Robin Williams: “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.”

Return to Well-Being

One of our feature stories, “Rebalancing Act” by Stephenie Overman, examines many of the unhealthy coping mechanisms we developed over the past year, from eating and drinking too much to working excessive hours and losing exercise time to other priorities. Now that life is getting back to normal, it’s time to shed some of those unproductive habits and reset. Our story can help you get back on track.

Those words have been stuck in my head for about a week now. If someone you interact with seems distant, dismissive or rude, give them the benefit of the doubt. They might be struggling. We just lived through an incredibly stressful, dis ruptive year, filled with uncertainty. There were some silver linings for sure (more time with fam ily, new hobbies), but overall, the pandemic was difficult for many of us.

in several of the following areas: academics, lead ership, extracurriculars (sports, the arts, etc.), ser vice, passion, creativity and overcoming adversity. I think you’ll agree the teens we chose excelled in many of these areas—in spite of the disruption and uncertainty caused by the pandemic.

This issue also includes our annual Extraordi nary Teen awards. We made a major change this year by forming a selection committee to review and rank the nominations. Their charge was to select a diverse group of students (in terms of race, gender, talents, experiences and locations) who are extraordinary, with compelling stories to tell. The students had to have demonstrated strengths

Last but not least in this issue are the results of our biennial Top Doctors survey. Conducted by Professional Research Services, the survey asked area physicians to choose the best of the best among their peers. I hope you find the list infor mative and useful.

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Our inaugural selection committee was com prised of Lisa Fikes, acting president and CEO, Leadership Center for Excellence | Volunteer Arlington; Whytni Kernodle, founder and princi pal of Global Goddess Enterprises and co-founder and president of Black Parents of Arlington; Troy Cogburn, AVP for enrollment, Marymount Uni versity; Lizzette Arias, former executive director, The Dream Project; and yours truly. We are thrilled with the results and thank the committee members for their guidance and input.

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Chris Pierce comes to Lubber Run Amphitheater on July 9.

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By Rachael Keeney

The free outdoor concert series returns, kicking off the season with a July 9 performance by Chris Pierce, co-writer of the song “We Can Always Come Back to This,” from the NBC primetime series This Is Us. Subsequent shows will bring artists such as Veronneau, JoGo Project, Akua Allrich, King Soul, Nkula and the 19th Street Band to the stage under the stars. See website for the full lineup of musicians and dates. Shows are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 11 a.m. Lubber Run Amphitheater, North Columbus Street and Second Street North, Arlington, lubber-runarts.arlingtonva.us/

The Lubbock, Texas-based band of country storytellers brings a little taste of the Lone Star State to the Commonwealth. $25. 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, birchmere.com

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Featured artists include Chasing Autumn (July 2), 7 Deadlies (July 9), Sharif (July 16), Caz Gardiner (July 23), La Unica (Aug. 13) and The McCartney Experience (Aug. 20). Shows are free but preregistration is required to reserve a spot. See website for the full lineup and attendance protocols. 1601 Crystal Drive, Arlington, fridays-at-the-fountainnationallanding.org/do/

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There’s just something about a throwback show—especially when it includes covers of the Spice Girls, Beastie Boys and Third Eye Blind—that really gets a crowd going.

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Following the success of last year’s summer concert series, Creative Cauldron will again stage Friday and Saturday evening outdoor performances at Cherry Hill park, featuring award-winning bands and some of the D.C. area’s biggest names in musical theater. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket. See website for artists and ticket prices (season passes available). 223 Little Falls St., Falls Church, creativecauldron.org

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View works by MPA faculty at this free summer exhibit in the community center’s Atrium Gallery. 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean, mpaart.org

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McLean Project for the Arts Faculty Art Exhibition

the DMV to shine a spotlight on a particular historical fiction novel or Shakespeare adaptation. This free online event with One More Page Books will provide context around Julia Drake’s The Last True Poets of the Sea 2200 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington, onemorepagebooks.com

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The Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation is resurrecting its annual summer music festival, this time featuring the soulful BB King Blues Band and New Orleans’ own Bonerama brass band. See website for additional info on artists, vendors, family-friendly activities and ticket prices. 223 Little Falls St., Falls Church City, tinnerhill.org

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Words,5 Words, Words: The Last True Poets of the Sea

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Arlington resident Colleen Shogan follows up her 10 other mysteries with her latest, Dead as a Duck, about the chain of events that unfolds after a beach town mayor turns up dead during a congressional staffer’s vacation. This free book launch party will be held online. onemorepagebooks.com

Words Matter: Honoring Arlington Educators

AUG. 21, 11 A.M.-9 P.M.

Come and rock out with The Bayside Tigers. $17-$20. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church, thestatetheatre.com

The State Theatre

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The tribute band puts on a rockin’ show, complete with impromptu jams, solos and serious bass. $12-$15. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church, thestatetheatre.com

Justyne Fischer will create woodcuts of five prominent women educators— Hazel Mahler, Dorothy Hamm, Evelyn Reid Syphax, Phoebe Hall Knipling and Emma Violand-Sánchez. The woodcut portraits will be printed on postcards that area residents can use to send notes of gratitude to teachers, mentors and others who have made a difference in their lives. Visit the art truck (see website for dates and locations) to meet the artist in person. Free. arts.arlingtonva.us/ arlington-art-truck/

Love gets a bit complicated in Synetic Theater’s reimagined interpretation of the farce by 18th-century playwright Carlo Goldoni. Beatrice and Florindo just can’t seem to find their way back to one another, hindered by the antics of a greedy servant named Truffaldino. See website for ticket prices. 1800 S. Bell St., Arlington, synetictheater.org

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As the title suggests, this play (winner of the Edward M. Kennedy Prize for Drama) gives viewers a glimpse into what life was like in the Detroit of the late 1960s, when both Motown music and racial tensions were peaking. The performance can be

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Magic of the Ordinary Gallery Underground

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The Servant of Two Masters Synetic Theater

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Wolf Trap

Ordinary objects and mundane scenes are often overlooked, but they can become beautiful when reinterpreted with an artistic eye. This juried exhibit will portray everyday elements in a new, more magical light. Free. 2120 Crystal Drive, Arlington, galleryunderground.org

while seeking revenge. The National Symphony Orchestra performs alongside a cast of nine operatic singers, including baritone Thomas Glass as Sweeney Todd. See website for ticket prices. 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, wolftrap.org

JULY 4th15-25Annual Logan Festival of Solo Performance 1st Stage

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Detroit ’67 Signature Theatre

Behold the power of the monologue in this two-week lineup of one-person theatrical performances by actors from across the country. See website for ticket prices. 1524 Spring Hill Road, Tysons, 1ststage.org

Head to Wolf Trap to see Stephen Sondheim’s dark musical tale of an unjustly exiled barber thirsting for blood

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streamed using the Marquee TV app. $35. sigtheatre.org

JULY Summer16-18 Wine Festival & Sunset Tour

Dark Star Park in Rosslyn Head to Arlington’s Dark Star Park at 9:32 a.m. on Aug. 1. That’s the date when William Henry Ross in 1860 bought the land that is now Rosslyn—and the precise time when shadows cast by the park’s seemingly random metal poles and spheres (elements in a permanent art installation by sculptor Nancy Holt) align to create a fleeting masterpiece. Free. 1655 N. Fort Myer Drive, Arlington, parks. arlingtonva.us

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Treat the kids to an afternoon snack— including a cherry tart and other foods of the era—with the original first lady, played

Thomas Jefferson Community Center

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Tickets to this annual event always sell out fast, so if you haven’t yet had the chance to sip Virginia vino on the estate lawn of our nation’s first president, consider

AUG. 14

Tea with Martha Washington

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booking soon. Check website for individual ticket and table prices. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, mountvernon.org

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by a docent. She’ll tell them all about what life was like during the Revolutionary War and the early days of our republic. $45. 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Mount Vernon, mountvernon.org

The fourth annual gathering of Black selfproclaimed nerds (aka “blerds”) will fea ture a “Chocolate City” theme with cosplay contests, anime theater, gaming tourna ments, comedy performances, a food truck rally and more. $60-$200. Hyatt Regency Crystal City; 2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington, blerdcon.com

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After the 2020 fair went virtual, organizers are excited to return to a weekend of in-person fun for the whole family. This year’s county fair promises all the usual favorites—cotton candy, funnel cake, animal races, carnival rides, competitive exhibits and other beloved summertime attractions. Admission is free, but rides are ticketed. 3501 Second St. S., Arlington, arlingtoncountyfair.us

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Soon, others were coming to Ventura for assistance. She started building a master list of

names and contacts—what is now a WhatsApp group of more than 100 families in need. To address food insecurity, she forged a connection with the Falls Church-based Iglesia Nueva Vida D.C., which now delivers donations of groceries every Friday to the Buckingham neighborhood.

In April, Ventura started an Amazon Wish List for donations, as well as the Buckingham Mutual Aid Facebook group. Donated supplies have poured in, cluttering up her apartment. She says it’s all worth it. “I’ve been through [hardships and I know] something about having nothing,” says the 12-year Arlington resident, who is originally from El Salvador. “That’s why I have the feeling to help [others] now. I want to help my people here.”

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Virginia’s stay-at-home order in the spring of 2020 brought pain to Mariflor Ventura’s neighborhood. Every week, it seemed, the Buckingham mother of four found herself talking to people who had lost their jobs. Many of them, immigrants who had worked in hospitality, were struggling to make ends meet without transportation, health insurance, child care or state-issued identification.

Ventura and her eldest daughter are now forming a nonprofit to help Spanish-speaking immigrants find resources, learn useful skills and meet new people. facebook.com/groups/436206850799018

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Mariflor Ventura at home with donated items for a distributionFriday

When one young mother desperate for food and diapers asked for help, Ventura started giving her things from her own home. Then Ventura stumbled upon the Arlington Neighbors Helping Each Other Through Covid-19 Facebook group, which was “like finding the light,” she says. She began posting requests for much-needed items, like clothes and high chairs.

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“[The secrecy] adds to the allure and the excitement of it all,” says Trawick, who lives with LeMunyan in Westover and cites Greensky Bluegrass, G. Love and David Gray among his musical influences.

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Thus began Stinger’s connection to Project Knitwell, an Arlington organization that teaches knitting for stress relief. After deciding to give it a shot, the Rosslyn resident was paired with an online instructor and received a starter kit in the mail with knitting needles (one with a few rows already completed, because anyone who has ever attempted knitting knows how challenging that first row can be), plus a couple balls of yarn and an instruction booklet.

“[Knitting] is a relaxing activity for me,” Stinger says. “It’s almost meditative, where you don’t really think of anything else because you’re so focused on the knitting and not really worried about other things. It’s a nice tool for unwinding and resetting your mind.”

At the height of the pandemic, some folks were willing to do just about anything to get a live music fix—including purchasing a concert ticket without knowing where the show was going to take place.

The band donates a portion of the proceeds from each gig (tickets are $30) to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC), and each show includes an on-site canned food drive. “Food insecurity is a big deal all the time, but especially during Covid when a lot of people aren’t working, not making money,” Trawick says. As of mid-May, the concert series had amassed a truckload of nonperishable food items and more than $700 in cash donations for AFAC.

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Project Knitwell was founded in 2010 by Carol Caparosa, a McLean mom who rediscovered her own love of knitting while spending hours at the hospital as her daughter battled cancer. After her daughter recovered, Caparosa began volunteering to teach knitting to other parents at the hospital, hoping it would be helpful for them, too.

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In 2020, Arlington singer-songwriter Justin Trawick and his girlfriend, Lauren LeMunyan—after taking to Facebook Live with a musical series they called “The Justin and Lauren Show”—moved their act to a run of small, ticketed performances in the backyards of area homes.

The virtual programming helped 27 nurses, including Stinger, stay grounded during the worst days of the pandemic. projectknitwell.org

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Last August, oncology nurse Evie Stinger received an email from her employer, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, with an invitation to knit. Covid stress among health care workers was at an all-time high, and a local nonprofit was offering knitting as a form of therapy.

Soon, Trawick’s band, The Common Good, was in on the idea, popping up in a secret outdoor location to perform an ongoing series called Common Good on the Block. Ticket holders for the intimate sets aren’t informed of the venue until 48 hours before showtime.

The performances have been a win-win for the nonprofit, and for fans itching to hear music in person—not to mention for the band members, who feed off of playing for a live audience. At press time, they still had a few more secret summer gigs scheduled, but almost all were sold out.

Since then, Project Knitwell has offered knitting lessons throughout the D.C. area via organizations such as Virginia Hospital Center, N Street Village, Alternative House and So Others Might Eat. When Covid arrived, Caparosa launched an outreach effort targeting one of the most affected groups—nurses—and pivoted to an online teaching model: Knitwell in the Cloud.

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ognizable tunes, from “The Star-Span gled Banner” to the theme from Star Wars. And for most of those years, the man sitting atop the 127-foot bell tower was carillonneur Edward Nassor. That is, until 2019, when the bells

They were a sound of summer in Arlington for decades. Soon, the carillon bells will ring again.

“It’s an Old World instrument in a New World setting,” says the musician, 64, who grew up in Springfield.

FOR NEARLY 60 YEARS, the Nether lands Carillon bells could be heard on summer evenings at Arlington Ridge Park, home to the Marine Corps War Memorial (aka Iwo Jima memorial) near Rosslyn. Often, they pealed rec

stopped ringing to undergo a massive, multimillion-dollar renovation proj ect—timing that proved oddly fortu itous when the pandemic arrived and live concerts were canceled.

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Bell Weather

A carillon is a musical instrument made up of at least 23 bells arranged to produce a harmonious sound. The bells can be played manually from a keyboard (often with fists) as well as foot pedals, although these days they can also be digitally programmed. Nas sor still likes to play it old school.

Often found in church towers, caril lons rose in popularity in Holland, Bel gium and northern France in the 17th century, and were a great source of civic pride. It was said that good bells and good schools were a sign of a wellrunIncity.1954 the Netherlands gifted a car illon with 49 bells to the United States as a symbol of friendship between the two nations. The bells, made mostly of bronze, were decorated with intri cate reliefs depicting various fac ets of Dutch society, and installed on May 5, 1960—the 15th anniversary of the Netherlands’ liberation from the Nazis—in a custom-built structure near the Iwo Jima memorial, which was then new.

In 1995, on the 50th anniversary of the Dutch liberation, a 50th bell was added to the tower.

Nassor’s first love was the piano. He learned how to play the carillon bells while attending Virginia Common wealth University in the late 1970s. “When I discovered that bells could be played from a keyboard, I imme diately signed up for lessons,” he says.

Returning to Northern Virginia after college, he liked to venture out on sum mer evenings to sit on the hillside over looking Washington, D.C., and listen to Carillon recitals amid the fireflies. He was living in Clarendon when he was introduced by a park ranger to Frank Law, then the director-carillonneur, and became Law’s protégé.

Carillonneur Edward Nassor with a new bell dedicated to George C. Marshall

“A lot of places, when you’re play ing music, it’s a job or a gig,” he adds. “But here, when you play music, it’s an honor and a privilege.” ■

Matt Blitz is a journalist based in Arlington.

After nearly six decades of use, the carillon was in need of restoration. In late 2019, all 50 bells were sent to the Netherlands for repairs while the tower itself got a face-lift. In the process, the Dutch government gifted three addi tional bells, elevating the structure to “grand carillon” status. The largest of the three new ones, named for for mer secretary of state George C. Mar shall—the only U.S. general to win a Nobel Peace Prize—weighs nearly 7,600 pounds. It was hoisted into the tower in May.

He’s witnessed some poignant moments from his perch high above the Arlington skyline, at times providing a soundtrack for history. “After September 11... people came [to the park] because you could see the Pentagon from there,” he says. “[We] played a patriotic pro gram. People were singing along, some times tears were coming down.”

The tower’s location is as symbolic as the bells themselves. “It’s serving the monumental corridor,” he says, noting that the carillon is on an axis with the U.S. Capitol, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial.

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“The feeling to actually play at that site is awesome,” Nassor says. “When you look across at the sight line of the monuments, it’s exhilarating. And from the keyboard position, you get the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

When Law died suddenly in 1985, Nassor became Arlington’s carillonneur at the young age of 27. He receives a per diem to play, but also volunteers his time for administrative tasks and advocacy. (Today, he also serves as car illonneur at the Washington National Cathedral and teaches music at Merritt Academy in Fairfax.)

Nassor’s favorite tunes to play are the patriotic ones, like “America the Beau tiful,” though he does take requests. “Sometimes I find notes at the bot tom of the tower like, ‘Can you play the Darth Vader theme?’ So I’ll work in some Star Wars,” he says. “Occasionally, Beatles tunes. ‘Imagine’ by John Lennon does sound really good on the bells.”

The rest of the assembly is expected

to be reinstalled this fall, and Nassor couldn’t be more excited. “We will be able to play a greater variety of music,” he says. “With the extra bells, it opens up new keys we can play.”

The timing feels like cosmic seren dipity. Soon, the bells symbolizing lib eration will be ringing once again, as vaccinations foment a return to the life we knew—the social rituals we no lon ger take for granted.

I soon found that biking was a balm for my pandemic angst and feelings of isolation. It was also a recipe for staving off the now infamous Covid-10 (pounds). My outings gave me a feeling of returning to normal—a sense that the world was still moving, even during lockdown.

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For me, the pandemic winter was a life-changing gift.

Evenings are my favorite time to ride, and the colder months presented a stark kind of beauty. Pedaling along the

Previously, I’d been a fair-weather, maybe-on-Sunday cyclist. The pandemic turned me into a full-bore fanatic. Win ter streets and bikeways were vacant as I embarked on what would become an almost daily ritual, pedaling west from my home in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood to Arlington and back. There were no tourist or commuter buses and nary an idling vehicle on the Teddy Roosevelt Bridge. Who could have predicted the opportunity for freewheeling down an empty K Street?

I’M A SUMMER GUY, eager for heat and Birkenstocks, but last winter for ever changed my perspective. I hopped on my bike, despite frigid temperatures, and had my best-ever cycling season.

As Cherrydale cyclist Doug Berenson likes to say, quoting an oft-used Scan dinavian expression, “There is no bad weather, only bad clothing.” I learned how to layer. Even in 30-degree temps I was good to go.

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Serenity and tranquility are words not typically associated with the D.C. area. This winter proved otherwise. Each time I pedaled toward the sun set, my worries melted away, along with the day’s stress. My bicycle became the ultimate freedom and exploration machine, edging me through cold, sun and rain as never before.

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As my body propelled my hybrid bike forward, my mind would grow more fluid, my intuition often nudg ing me toward a writing topic, a new work connection or an entrepreneurial idea to pursue. The sound of tire treads meeting asphalt signified progress—the antithesis of pandemic inertia.

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Since January, I’ve logged more than 2,300 miles on my bike, and I’m not tired of it. The seasons, routes and neighborhoods continually offer new landscapes and new discoveries that keep me pedaling. Maybe it’s in my DNA. I recently turned 58. My dad, who is 93, and my mom, 85, collectively walked 40 miles this past March in cold Delaware, Ohio.

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Right now it’s hard to beat the sum mertime weather. I’ve traded my lay ers and gloves for bike shorts, and have found plenty of tempting new food and drink stops along the water, between trailheads. But next winter, when the cold returns, I won’t hunker down inside. I’ll still be discovering all that the DMV has to offer on two wheels. ■

Sometimes cycling becomes medita tive and my mind tells stories. One eve ning, as I rode the MVT toward Grav elly Point, feeling like Snow White in the dark forest, I rolled out from under neath the 14th Street Bridge and won dered if the gnarly tree branches would snatch me. Fortunately, brightly lit fel

I loved the unexpected solitude of a snowy Jan. 31 on the Mount Vernon Trail (MVT) near Theodore Roosevelt Island. The hushed quiet of the landscape felt like being inside a Norman Rockwell painting, the lights of Rosslyn’s skyscrap ers casting a rosy glow on pillowy clouds.

low athletes shined ahead. I’ve become part of a twilight community of trail riders who customarily nod hello. We don’t know each other’s names, but the faces are Arlingtonfamiliar.offers great vantage points by bike. At the Iwo Jima memorial I had a déjà-vu moment, taking in the same view of the National Mall that, for decades, I’d seen on the opening sequence of Face the Nation . Look ing south from the Key Bridge, you can spot the control tower at National Airport and the slate-blue glass of the MGM National Harbor Casino.

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The ride west on the Custis Trail from Rosslyn toward Courthouse is an uphill slog. I have been known to reward myself with a little treat for my efforts—a sub from Capriotti’s, a French patisserie from Eclairons, or a walnut brownie and a coffee from Tatte Bakery & Café in Dupont Circle (which is coming soon to Clarendon!).

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Potomac at dusk, I noted the sounds of migrating geese and the silhouettes of crews rowing toward Rosslyn. The sun sets were often stunning—oranges and pinks—perhaps made even more bril liant by the temporary hiatus from air pollution. On Jan. 19, I was unnerved to glimpse the shadows of armed guards walking the Lincoln Memorial’s attic rim.

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A: We are very team-oriented and consider our entire staff to be one big family. We are supportive of each other and want to see each other succeed. Working in such a pleasant and encouraging environment allows us to project that same happiness and tranquility onto our patients. Our whole team is caring, fun, trustworthy and wholly invested in creating the most positive experience possible for every child and family.

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A: We love getting to witness children’s transformation from being terrified of the dentist to climbing into the dental chair

After receiving their doctorates, Drs. Galliani and Rosenberg completed two-year pediatric specialty programs. Their extensive training encompassed hundreds of pediatric patients, healthy and medically compromised, and patients with special healthcare needs. Additionally, both doctors are highly trained in hospital dentistry and hold privileges at Inova Fairfax Hospital and Pediatric Specialists of Virginia.

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A: My specialties—jaw development and TMJ disorders and treatment, sleep apnea causes and treatments, cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics—are all optional undertakings in general dentistry.

But I find the most satisfaction in helping patients with such intricate issues, many of which I have also experienced. I have twice been treated with orthodontics, been through TMJ treatment, worn an oral device for sleep apnea for years, benefitted from cosmetic dentistry and I am currently undergoing jaw development treatment. In addition to eliminating my sleep apnea, this will prevent future TMJ and orthodontic issues.

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A: My own childhood experiences with dentistry, both good and bad, led me to this profession. High fevers and the subsequent tetracycline treatment left my permanent teeth stained dark brown and missing most of their enamel. They also didn't push out my baby teeth, so I went through serial extractions and had cavities on almost every tooth. Back then, even with novocaine, the entire experience was unpleasant. After a good experience with my orthodontist, I decided to become a dentist. Given my extensive journey as a dental patient, I can offer my patients a unique empathy.

Deirdre J. Maull, DMD, MS

Dr. Maull graduated from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and earned her master's from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her extensive training includes a Surgical Orthodontic Fellowship at the prestigious NYU Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. She is uniquely qualified to treat a full spectrum of orthodontic concerns from minimally invasive to very complex.

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A: I am very fortunate to work in a field that I genuinely love. One piece of advice I would offer young people is to identify your passion and find a way to make it your life's work. For myself, I found that orthodontics is the perfect combination of science and art (STEAM). I have always loved working with my hands, but I initially studied mechanical engineering. My father worked for NASA so I wanted to be an engineer too. I realized it was not my calling and I became an orthodontist instead. I get to work with my hands and directly help people, which is much more rewarding for me. Every patient is a miniengineering project that must ultimately function well and look beautiful.

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A: Too often, orthodontics is considered a commodity. Everyone knows there are differences between chefs and hairstylists but are quick to assume the outcome for orthodontic treatment will be the same no matter the provider—some even try DIY! However, the quality of results is directly related to the provider's expertise, judgment and compassion. Teeth are vital to your overall health, especially as we get older. A bad haircut will grow out, but we can't say the same for teeth! By pursuing premier-level orthodontic treatment, you can avoid disease and tooth loss and be confident you'll end up with the gorgeous, healthy smile of your dreams.

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A: When I'm not at work, I love spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy exploring the city, hiking, gardening and going out for brunch. I am also interested in art, and I enjoy crafting and painting.

In 2009 at the age of 17, Dr. Grover was one of three candidates accepted to VCU School of Dentistry’s prestigious eight-year guaranteed dental program. While there, she volunteered with Missions of Mercy, provid ing free dental care to underserved commu nities in rural Virginia. She completed her residency at the New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital.

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Dr. Brown is a graduate of Georgetown Dental School and an international speaker for TMD. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and holds memberships with many academies. His extensive knowledge in the combined fields of TMJ, sleep and orthodontics gives him a unique perspective.

A: Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction is an internal imbalance of the jaw joints which causes symptoms throughout the body. Symptoms include popping and clicking, limited mouth opening, ringing in the ears, headaches, pain or tenderness in the upper body, and much more. One way we treat TMD is with the use of a bite splint to take pressure off the joints. Another appliance we use is the ALF which is used to ‘align and level’ the bones in the skull. Achieving balance and symmetry internally helps the patient feel much better.

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A: Unlike other practices, we focus solely on treating craniofacial disorders and sleep-related issues. Limiting my practice to these areas of care has allowed me to concentrate on what I do best. Every day we see patients of all ages who are searching for help with developmental growth, airway improvement, relief for the symptoms associated with TMJ/TMD and movement disorders. I truly enjoy seeing our patients get their lives back. Once in treatment they can resume normal activities like work and sports—and they sleep much better. That is what it’s all about! To help identify problems early on, we offer complimentary consultations for patients 18 and younger.

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Our area’s most respected physicians, as nominated by their peers in the medical community.

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The doctors in this feature were selected by Professional Research Services (PRS), which conducted an online peer-review survey of area physicians in Arlington County, Fairfax County, the City of Falls Church and the City of Alexandria. The featured doctors, identified by their peers as outstanding in their fields, were screened and selected through the verification of licensing and a review of any infractions through applicable boards, agencies and rating services. For additional information, visit prscom.com. Arlington Magazine was not involved in the selection process.

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Sally Bailey

Allergy Partners of Northern Virginia 14520 Avion Pkwy., Suite 150, Chantilly

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean

Andrea Clark Dominion Anesthesia Group

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Benjamin Galper

Molly Sebastian

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 340, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Ramesh Singh

Allergy and Asthma Center 6824 Elm St., Suite 120, McLean Sibley Memorial Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Family Center for Breast Health 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 315, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

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Lauren Grawert

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 201 N. Washington St., Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, V A Psych Dominion Hospital

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Dominion Anesthesia Group 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 2D, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

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Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Children's National Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

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VHC Physician Group 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 288, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

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Hernan Vargas

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Claire Edwards

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Theodore Kim

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 750, Arlington Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

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1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Fuchs Dermatology

201 N. Washington St., Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Northern Virginia Family Practice 1703 N. Beauregard St., Suite 410, InovaAlexandriaFairfax Hospital

Denise Armellini

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 204, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Anjali Chandela

DERMATOLOGY

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, & METABOLISM

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 310, Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 400, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

200 Park Ave., Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1365 Beverly Road, Floor 2, McLean

2710 Prosperity Ave., Suite 200, Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

PMA Health

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1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 334, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 204, InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 201 N. Washington St., Falls Church Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

Michelle Rivera ArlingtonSkin

GENERAL SURGERY

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

Gastro Health

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

8100 Boone Blvd., Suite 300, Vienna

Northern Virginia Family Practice 1703 N. Beauregard St., Suite 410, InovaAlexandriaAlexandria Hospital

The Endocrinology Group

Aaron Fuchs

Diego Kuperschmit

200 Park Ave., Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Julia Sone

William Sawchuk

Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Terrence Keaney SkinDC

Kevin Donohue

Herndon Family Medicine

Northern Virginia Gastrointestinal Associates

VHC Physician Group

611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 201, InovaArlingtonAlexandria

Cecily Havert

8320 Old Courthouse Road, Suite 303, VirginiaViennaHospital Center – Arlington

Missale Mesfin Forefront Dermatology

Chicky Dadlani

Deborah Brauer

VHC Department of Emergency Medicine

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

Martin Prosky

PMA Health

Gastroenterology Center of Northern Virginia

Suraj Venna

VHC Physician Group – Surgical Specialists 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 334, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Donald Colvin

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Floor 5, Chesapeake Clinic, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

3700 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 308, InovaFairfaxFairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Nancy Maaty

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Darren Morris

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

The Endocrinology Group

Digestive Disease Physicians

Irfan Rizvi

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

3301 Woodburn Road, Suite 107, InovaAnnandaleFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1525 Wilson Blvd., Suite 125, Arlington

Sean Hurley

Emil Valle

Washington Metropolitan Cardiology

Asma Khapra

Craig Rezac

VHC Department of Emergency Medicine

Thien-Giang Bach-Huynh

Truc Trinh

8301 Old Courthouse Road, Vienna

PMA Health

3025 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Christina Go

Natasha Beauvais

The Endocrinology Group

8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 310, Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

William S. Sawchuk, MD

Glenn Fuchs Fuchs Dermatology

Matthew Livingood Arlington Dermatology

Jennifer Neria

Gao Chen

Gastro Health

Mary-Margaret Lewis

David Bray Alexandria Associates in Dermatology

4660 Kenmore Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria Inova Alexandria Hospital

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

John Sverha

Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

381 Elden St., Suite 1000, Herndon

Mark Naftanel

Rachel L. Berger, MD, FACC

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Edward W. Howard, MD, FACC, RPVI

Genetics & IVF Institute

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 6501 Loisdale Court, Springfield Inova Fairfax Hospital

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

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Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates

Joanne Crantz

InovaFairfaxFairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Joanne G. Crantz, MD 8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 615, Fairfax

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Patricia Rodriguez

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates

Ruchi Garg

Fairfax Surgical Group 8316 Arlington Blvd., Suite 602, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mami Martin

Virginia Cancer Specialists

3015 Williams Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Jeffrey Lovallo

GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Inova Medical Group

Surgical Consultants of Northern Virginia 1830 Town Center Drive, Suite 102, Reston Reston Hospital Center

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775,

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775, InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

GENETICS

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic 2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Gwendolyn Garnett

Annette Bicher

Chaitanya Mangalmurti

Brett Sachse

VHC Physician Group – Surgical Specialists 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 334, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Diljeet Singh

HAND SURGERY

J. R. Salameh

Harvey Stern

John Elkas

Teruaki Kodama

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Subir Jossan

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates

G. Scott Rose

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775, InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics –Prince William Orthopaedics 3650 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 300, RestonFairfaxHospital Center

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 403, InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Marcelo Kuperschmit

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 775,

Mid Atlantic Gynecologic Oncology and Pelvic Surgery Associates

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Virginia Cancer Specialists

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax

HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Virginia Cancer Specialists

Jennifer Primeggia

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1920 Ballenger Ave., Suite 200, Alexandria Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Virginia Cancer Specialists

Jessica Heintz

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Dipti Patel-Donnelly

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

William Furlong

Rohit Modak

Virginia Cancer Specialists

OrthoVirginia

VHC Physician Group

Peter Thomas

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 305, InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

VHC Physician Group

Ian Seemungal

Ligia Pic-Aluas

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax

Keeran Sampat, MD

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 400, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 305, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

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Virginia Cancer Specialists

Nhat Doan

Alexander Spira

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 440, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 6501 Loisdale Court, Springfield Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Anne Favret

Patricia Rodriguez

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 6501 Loisdale Court, Springfield Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

Virginia Cancer Specialists

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 305, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Muhammad Siddiqui

John Feigert

VHC Physician Group

Jessica

Virginia Cancer Specialists

FAAHPM

Virginia Cancer Specialists

HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE MEDICINE

Robert Christie

Patricia Rodriguez, MDHeintz, MD, Alina Huang, MD

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Restoration

Cassie Root

William Furlong, MD

Virginia Cancer Specialists

Keeran Sampat

John Charalambopoulos

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 500, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

John Galiote

Christina Malekiani

Virginia Nephrology Group

Kelly Orzechowski

Timothy Muir

Christopher Walsh

MATERNAL & FETAL MEDICINE

Kathryn Dreger

1750 Tysons Blvd., Suite 1160, Tysons VirginiaCornerHospital Center – Arlington

VHC Physician Group – Primary Care Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

MD2 McLean

Paula Bergamini

Thomas Rakowski

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 306, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

6501 Loisdale Court, Springfield Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

PMA Health

1750 Tysons Blvd., Suite 1160, Tysons VirginiaCornerHospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 490, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

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PMA Health

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Ali Assefi Nephrology Associates of Northern Virginia 13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy., Suite 135, Fairfax

Prime PLC

Suzanne Wittig

Ritu Cuttica

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

MD2 McLean

2800 Shirlington Road, Suite 500, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

VHC Physician Group

Children’s National Hospital – Neonatology

VHC Physician Group

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1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

M. Anthony Casolaro

Anthony Rimicci

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 190, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Floor 2, Children’sArlingtonNational Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Paul Modlinger

Virginia Nephrology Group

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Kristin Knight

Ranjit Cheriyan

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Myriam Ferzli

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

NEPHROLOGY

Arlington Primary Care

Virginia Nephrology Group

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

3930 Walnut St., Suite 101, Fairfax

Arlington Primary Care

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

NEONATAL & PERINATAL MEDICINE

David Yoho

VHC Physician Group – Primary Care Arlington

VHC Physician Group

Richard Murray

Candace Bryan

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Northern Virginia Neurologic Associates 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 445, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Virginia Neurosurgeons

Northern Virginia Neurologic Associates 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Margaret Perrin

Northern Virginia Neurologic Associates 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 420, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Terry Watkin

Neurology Center of Fairfax 3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 445, RestonArlingtonHospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Abraham Kader

Eric Czander

Anthony L. Avery, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery

Robert Kurtzke

Irmindra Rana

Kevin D. Sumida, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery

Christopher C. Annunziata, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery

Nilesh Vyas

Joseph Watson

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 344, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Virginia Nephrology Group 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 215, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Faye Rosenbaum

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 300, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Capital Neurology Services

Nikhil Nayak

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY

Kidney Diseases, Hypertension & Primary Care of Virginia

James Bicksel

Matthew Churchill

Benny Kim

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 900, InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

The GW Medical Faculty Associates

Sidhartha Chandela

NEUROLOGY

8230 Boone Blvd., Suite 360, Vienna

Virginia Neurosurgeons

Inova Fairfax Hospital, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Reston Hospital Center

Neurology Center of Fairfax 3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax

NEUROSURGERY

Cerebrum MD

Peter R. Thomas, M.D. Hand Surgery

Inova Medical Group

611 S. Carlin Springs Road, Suite 301, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

David W. Romness, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery

6862 Elm St., Suite 450, McLean

Renuka Sothinathan

Colleen Borelli

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 445, RestonArlingtonHospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

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Neurology Center of Fairfax 3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 400, Fairfax

Inova Medical Group

Virginia Neurosurgeons

8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 900, InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Nicole Dietz

Susanne Lashgari Prather

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Amy Porter

7930 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 250, McLean

OrthoVirginia

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Mary Crowther

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 325, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

A. Wali Ziayee

Lynsey Owen

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310,

Christopher Annunziata

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

See Clearly Vision Group

Healthcare for Women

Arlington Loudoun Pediatric Ophthalmology

J. Jeffrey Elliott

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 207, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Mary Beth McAteer

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

C. Anderson Engh, Jr. Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic 2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, InovaArlingtonMount Vernon Hospital

Emily Hattwick

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Children’s National Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

8138 Watson St., McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

■ top doctors

Melissa Kern

Andrew Holzman

OPHTHALMOLOGY

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

VHC Physician Group

George Branche, III

The Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Center 2922 Telestar Court, Falls Church

Mark Falls

Matthew Buchanan

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 300, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

InovaArlingtonFairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Restoration 1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington Ronald Paik

Rajesh Rajpal

Arlington Eye Care

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 474, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Kevin Fricka

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports Medicine and Joint Restoration

TLC Laser Eye Centers

Northern Virginia Ophthalmology Associates 6231 Leesburg Pike, Suite 608, Falls Church

VHC Physician Group

Northern Virginia Physicians to Women 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 300, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic 2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, InovaArlingtonMount Vernon Hospital

Northern Virginia Center for Eye Care 8150 Leesburg Pike, Suite 909, Vienna Inova Fairfax Hospital

Steven Neufeld

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1420 Beverly Road, Suite 110, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Nigel Azer

Abraham Cherrick

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia 8314-C Traford Lane, Springfield

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

National Spine & Pain Centers 3803 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Nirschl Orthopaedic Center for Sports

Arlington ENT Associates

Virginia Hospital Center

Greg David Fischer

Clay Wellborn

Arlington ENT Associates 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 250, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

National Spine & Pain Centers 1420 Spring Hill Road, Suite 210, McLean

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Ramatia Mahboobi

Kathleen Link

Virginia Hospital Center

Corey Wallach

Scott Spagnoli

Stephanie Soofer

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 500, Arlington Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Marina Protopapas

3620 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 101, RestonFairfaxHospital Center

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Daniel Kendall

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia

Thomas Sanders

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 250, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Reston Ear, Nose & Throat 1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 335, Reston Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists of Northern Virginia

6355 Walker Lane, Suite 507, Alexandria

Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

PAIN MEDICINE

Horizon Spine & Pain Specialists 8301 Arlington Blvd., Suite 102, Fairfax

The Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Center 2922 Telestar Court, Falls Church

PATHOLOGY

David Romness

Ashley O’Reilly

Cary Poropatich

Assaf Gordon

1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 500, Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital

Josef Gurian

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

OrthoVirginia

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Thomas Pilkington

National Spine & Pain Centers 6355 Walker Lane, Suite 507, Alexandria

National Spine & Pain Centers

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Michelle Roeser

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 504, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

2445 Army Navy Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Edwin Lee

1710 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Medicine and Joint Restoration

National Spine & Pain Centers

NOVA Pediatrics

Alison Pease

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Laurie Moore

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Elizabeth Yang

Patricia Seo-Mayer

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 305, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

11800 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston Reston Hospital Center

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

1850 Town Center Pkwy., Pavillion 2, Suite 551, Reston

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3700 Joseph Siewick Drive, Suite 202, InovaFairfaxFairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Daniel Davis

Northern Virginia Pediatric Associates 107 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church

1451 Belle Haven Road, Suite 110, Alexandria

Pediatrics of Arlington 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 185, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Sonia Singh

Pediatric Associates of Springfield 5502 Backlick Road, Springfield Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

Pediatrics of Arlington 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 185, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Northern Virginia Pediatric Associates 107 N. Virginia Ave., Falls Church

Children’s National Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Rebecca Levorson

Elizabeth Livingood

Inova Fairfax Hospital

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Bassam Atiyeh

PEDIATRICS (GENERAL)

Pediatric Associates of Springfield 5502 Backlick Road, Springfield Inova Fairfax Hospital

Mary Garrett

Pediatric Associates of Springfield 5502 Backlick Road, Springfield

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

The Kidz Docs

VHC Physician Group

Tiffany Lynne Meyer

6120 Brandon Ave., Suite 308, Springfield

Daniel Keim

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION

Nancy Kim

Ely Mouchahoir

Virginia Spine Institute

Catherine Chao

Erica Anderson

Carly Varela

Pediatrics of Arlington 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 185, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital

The Naderi Center for Plastic Surgery & Dermatology

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 305, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Niteesh Bharara

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 765, Bldg. B, Fairfax

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 3023 Hamaker Court, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

VHC Physician Group

PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

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Edward Allcock

Pediatric Specialists of Virginia 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Suite 765, Bldg. B, Fairfax

Jacqueline Hoang

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400, McLean Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Yongsook Victoria Suh

William Epps

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400, McLean

Dominion Plastic Surgery

Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Associates 8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 310, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Christopher Chang

Advanced Plastic Surgery Center 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 380,

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

Byron Poindexter

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 300, McLean Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

6845 Elm St., Suite 708, McLean Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Victoria Plastic Surgery Center

1825 Samuel Morse Drive, Reston Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Maurice Nahabedian

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

8245 Boone Blvd., Suite 540, Vienna Inova Fairfax Hospital

Washingtonian Plastic Surgery

George Bitar

8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 130, Fairfax

3023 Hamaker Court, Suite 109, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute

Marilyn Nguyen

Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery

Chun Rhim

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

Gloria Duda

Morad Tavallali

2755 Hartland Road, Suite 300, Falls Church

Alex Mesbahi

McLean Plastic Surgery

2755 Hartland Road, Suite 300, Falls Church

James Economides

Navin Singh

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400, McLean

Tavallali Plastic Surgery

Vineet Mehan

1800 Town Center Drive, Suite 418, Reston

National Center for Plastic Surgery

Wendy Gottlieb, MD

National Center for Plastic Surgery

Complete Health Dentistry

Talal Munasifi

Mark Venturi

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

8100 Boone Blvd., Suite 720, Vienna

Dominion Plastic Surgery

Reza Mirali

Advanced Plastic Surgery Center

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 315, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Earl Johnson

Christopher C. Chang, MD

VHC Physician Group

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National Center for Plastic Surgery

InovaArlingtonAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Sibley Memorial Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Wendy Gottlieb

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 380, InovaArlingtonFairOaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

InovaChurchAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Inova Medical Group 1005 N. Glebe Road, Suite 410, Arlington Inova Fairfax Hospital

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

Priya Thirumlai

VHC Physician Group

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Richard Cho

Rohit Koppula

PMA Health

Nadim Nasr

Timothy Kim

Thomas N. Jacob, MD

Sandeep Khandhar

PMA Health

Sameer Deshmukh

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 454, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

David Duhamel

8357-B Greensboro Drive, McLean

Gregory Sibley

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Sashi Putchakayala

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Amit Patel

PMA Health

Lawrence Stein

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 454, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 310, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

PMA Health

Inova Fairfax Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

2921 Telestar Court , Suite 100, Falls

RHEUMATOLOGY

SPORTS MEDICINE

Virginia Heart 2901 Telestar Court, Suite 200, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1500 N. Beauregard St., Suite 210, InovaAlexandriaFairfax Hospital

Shady Grove Fertility 901 N. Stuart St., Suite 610, Arlington MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

PSYCHIATRY

Ayesha Mian

Center for Vein Restoration

Virginia Cancer Specialists 8613 Lee Hwy., Fairfax Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital

4601 N. Fairfax Drive , Suite 1200, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Gregory Bernstein

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

RADIOLOGY

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Maseer Bade

SLEEP MEDICINE

Northern Virginia Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates

Gopal Bajaj

Michael Jay

Claude Raphael

Jeff Hales

Christopher Wyckoff

Shady Grove Fertility 901 N. Stuart St., Suite 610, Arlington Sibley Memorial Hospital

Inova Vascular

PULMONARY DISEASE

John Tabacco

Peter MacArthur

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

PMA Health

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Russell McWey

Ayesha Mian, MD

Eric Libré

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Christian Malalis

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 304, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Neil Shea

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

■ top doctors

500 W. Annandale Road, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Randolph Frank Jr., MD

Northern Virginia Center for Arthritis 1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 130, Reston

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

3833 Fairfax Drive, Suite 400, Arlington

Tysons Psychiatry

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Eric Levens

Claudia Abujrab-Saba

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Reston Hospital Center, Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants 1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 240, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

8501 Arlington Blvd., Suite 500, Fairfax Inova Fairfax Hospital

Virginia Cancer Specialists 10301 Democracy Lane, Fairfax Reston Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital

Robert Mordkin

Anthony Avery OrthoVirginia

510 W. Annandale Road, Suite 100, Falls Church Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Tiffany Sotelo

Andrew Joel

Virginia Cancer Specialists

VHC Physician Group

Robert Hong

Ashtaad Dalal

Thomas Jacob

Dominion Fertility

Northern Virginia Center for Arthritis 1860 Town Center Drive, Suite 130, Reston

Radiation Oncology Associates of Northern Virginia 8081 Innovation Park Drive, Building B, InovaFairfaxAlexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

THORACIC SURGERY

3289 Woodburn Road, Suite 350, InovaAnnandaleFairfax Hospital

Northern Virginia Radiology Consultants

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

Shady Grove Fertility

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Sashi Putchakayala, MD

Ivan Petrovitch

Matthew Sandusky

Christina Marks

VHC Physician Group 1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 454, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 12255 Fair Lakes Pkwy., Fairfax Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington, Reston Hospital Center

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY / INFERTILITY

Todd Rankin

PMA Health

4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 600, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Anitha Nair

Andrea Reh

Neurology Center of Fairfax 1830 Town Center Drive, Suite 305, Reston Reston Hospital Center

VASCULAR / INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

Phong Nguyen

Harold Agbahiwe

Randolph Frank Jr.

1701 N. George Mason Drive, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

Niku Singh

Michael DiMattina

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355, VirginiaArlingtonHospital Center – Arlington

Murat Sor HealthQare Associates

VASCULAR SURGERY

Arlington & Reston Radiation Oncology

James Jezior

UROLOGY

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Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group 8008 Westpark Drive, McLean Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington; V A Psych Dominion Hospital

10301 Democracy Lane, Fairfax

3833 Fairfax Drive, Suite 450, Arlington Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington

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During the pandemic, families have been pushing aside all kinds of medical priorities, from routine physicals and vaccines to significant mental/emotional health problems. “After over a year of virtual learning, we have been seeing a significant increase in weight gain

5502 Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22151 www.pediatricspringfield.com703-642-8306

All physicians at Pediatric Associates of Springfield are board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. They have decades of experience combined. Every doctor has had extra training in treating behavioral and mental health.

LEFT TO RIGHT: DR. BEATRICE "LAURIE" MOORE, DR. JACQUELINE HOANG, DR. SONIA SINGH, DR. ANGELA UY

Creating an inclusive, safe and caring environment is at the heart of everything Pediatric Associates of Springfield does as a medical practice. They have served the Northern Virginia area for over 30 years. Doctors and staff commit fully to providing exceptional and compassionate medical care for children, starting from the moment they are born to the time they enter young adulthood. Their practice is LGBTQ-friendly and a safe space for transgender individuals.

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of 20 to 30 pounds. Equally alarming is the spike in cases of anxiety and depression,” says Dr. Jacqueline Hoang. “The pandemic has put children at greater risk for type two diabetes, high cholesterol, asthma and Vitamin D deficiency.”Schools will likely re-open this fall and team sports will resume. By making sure children are up to date with annual checkups or sports physicals and vaccines early this summer, parents can avoid the last-minute rush causing delay in school re-entry or participation in team sports. All patients and parents can rest easy knowing that the practice follows safe COVID protocols. Alternatively, parents may set up tele-medicine visits with a doctor to discuss any concerns they may have.

“We understand that kids differ from adults — they have their own health care needs that require special skills, attention and patience. At Pediatric Associates of Springfield, our priority is to provide the best individualized care and to foster trust through open communication. We empower parents and patients with practical and evidence-based knowledge so they can take control of their own health and happiness.”

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Specialties

1550 Wilson Blvd, Suite 640 Arlington, VA www.footankledc.comInfoFootAnkleDC@cfaortho.com22209

Total ankle replacements; Minimally invasive bunion/hammertoe corrections; Sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery; Diabetic foot and wound care (in-house wound center); Podiatric non-operative foot and toenail care; Physical therapy; Stem-cell injections; Custom-made orthotics and braces (in-house lab); Retail store with physician-approved footwear and products

ankle replacements, sports injuries, dance medicine, trauma and complex reconstructions.OFACiscommitted to providing their patients the most advanced diagnostic and treatment tools available. “We are the only facility in the region with a weight-bearing CT scanner, which allows us to better diagnose and treat complicated problems,” adds Dr. Daniel Cuttica. In addition, on-site physical therapy utilizes advanced techniques, including laser therapy and dry needling to help achieve optimal function and performance.OFAC’sin-house orthotics lab allows for same-day custom orthotics and braces. “This technology allows for precise accommodations and corrections, as adjustments can be made during the patient’s visit,” says Dr. Thomas Sanders. OFAC also utilizes regenerative medicine techniques, such as stem-cell and PRP injections, and shockwave therapy as alternatives to surgical treatment.

THE CENTERS FOR ADVANCED ORTHOPAEDICS

For over 20 years, the Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center (OFAC) has been the only center in Northern Virginia that focuses entirely on the foot and ankle. Its physicians are experts and leaders in the field. “As orthopaedic surgeons, we understand how one area of the body affects other parts,” says founder Dr. Steven Neufeld. “We apply that knowledge and experience to traditional and innovative surgical and nonsurgical treatments.” All of OFAC’s surgeons have completed a five-year orthopaedic surgery residency and a one-year foot and ankle fellowship. All are researchers, educators and physician mentors.

Designated as Top Doctors in Washingtonian, Northern VA and Arlington magazines, OFAC treats patients of all ages, including recreational and professional athletes. Its boardcertified orthopaedic surgeons are pioneers and leaders in minimally invasive foot surgery, including bunion correction. Their expertise includes total

The CenterFootOrthopaedicandAnkle

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www.mypmahealth.com703-521-666222205

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don’t have one they can provide you with one. The team of providers is focused on preventive and emergent care and has the expertise and resources to treat all types of medical conditions.

A PRIVIA MEDICAL GROUP

3301 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201

practice of top-rated physicians providing primary care, internal medicine, immediate care and specialties, including pulmonology, critical care, sleep medicine, sports medicine, travel medicine and aesthetics. The partnership with Privia Medical Group enables PMA Health to provide all the latest advances in medicine to help their patients remain healthy and better manage disease by offering access to innovative health management technologies, proactive team-based care and an evidenced-based, patient-centered approach.

PMA Health’s Immediate Care centers in Clarendon and Falls Church offer virtual and walk-in visits with shorter wait times than a hospital emergency department, as well as lower costs and out-of-pocket expenses. Their providers coordinate with

PMA Health

Established in 1961 as a communitybased practice, PMA Health has always focused on strong and trusted patient/ provider relationships and excellent clinical care. And although the practice has grown in size and disciplines over the years, their care continues to be delivered in a personalized manner, emphasizing mutual respect and open communication. All of their providers are board certified and recognized by both their patients and medical peers for extraordinary levels of expertise and patient care. Many of the PMA providers have a teaching affiliation with either Georgetown University or George Washington University and they dedicate their time training the providers of tomorrow.

PMA Health has more than 30 providers in four offices in Falls Church and Arlington—including a new facility opened in the midst of the pandemic to fill the need for primary and immediate care in the heart of Clarendon.

Virginia Hospital Center

500 and 510 W. Annandale Road Falls Church, VA 22046

“This is hands down the best experience I’ve had at a doctor’s office. From start to finish, everyone I came in contact with was pleasant and knowledgeable. I am very thankful for this practice and will recommend it to everyone I know. Thank you!”

1625 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 355 Arlington, VA

JEFF HALES, MD

Family Medicine

JOHN TABACCO, MD

Critical Care Medicine

Internal Medicine

DANIEL CASEY, MD

Internal Medicine

RITU CUTTICA, DO

Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine

NANCY MAATY, MD

Critical Care Medicine

LAWRENCE STEIN, MD

Sleep Medicine

Featured in left and right photos: PMA Health's Top Doctors:

DAVID DUHAMEL, MD

NEIL SHEA, MD

Sports Medicine

MARY-MARGARET LEWIS, MD

Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine

TIMOTHY MUIR, MD

Sleep Medicine

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Critical Care Medicine

ASHTAAD DALAL, MD

JENNIFER NERIA, MD

Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine

CHRISTOPHER WYCKOFF, MD

Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine

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Advanced Plastic Surgery Center

consultation has become a conversation with the patient regarding several modalities to help them achieve their goals. Drs. Economides and Munasifi are most satisfied when they see the transformation in people’s lives after helping them achieve their goals. “We consistently are noted for our natural results,” says Dr. Munasifi. “When consulting with patients, we take great pains to understand their concerns to deliver high quality results.”

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As patients are increasingly educated about the full range of surgical and nonsurgical options, a modern

TALAL MUNASIFI, MD JAMES ECONOMIDES, MD

Awards/Honors Arlington Magazine Top Doctors Washingtonian Top Doctors Castle Connelly Top Doctors Faces of Washington 1635 N. George Mason Drive Suite 380, Zone B Arlington, VA @DrEconomideswww.advancedplasticsurgerycenter.com703-841-039922205 PROFILES PHYSICIANS

Dr. Talal Munasifi and Dr. James Economides of Advanced Plastic Surgery Center in Arlington, VA, are Board Certified Plastic Surgeons specializing in aesthetic treatments of the face, breast and“Webody. are constantly and continuously researching and trialing new technologies,” says Dr. Economides. “We are the only center in the metropolitan region with such an extensive selection of surgical and non-surgical services that naturally complement each other.”

Dr. Munasifi enjoys teaching the plastic surgery residents from Georgetown University Hospital, while Dr. Economides is extensively published with over 30 plastic surgery publications, many national and international lectures, and several textbook chapters. He also reviews research manuscripts for several national plastic surgery publications.

“We are able to find many more indicators we may not have expected—it makes a huge difference.”

“We used to test for one or two genes, but now we test for gene panels consisting of 20 to 30 genes,” explains Dr. Rodriguez.

Virginia Cancer Specialists’ Hereditary Cancer Risk Assessment Program collects vital information about patients’ cancer risk, long before they may actually develop the disease. Their genetic testing allows them to determine whether an individual might have a predisposition to certain cancers.Thisis particularly useful in helping women assess their chances of facing breast or ovarian cancer. Armed with this knowledge, patients and their doctors— together with Virginia Cancer Specialists’ team of genetic counselors—can plot an appropriate course of action, be it more aggressive screening or preventative surgery. As more targeted drugs come into the market, doctors are able to use genetic information obtained for treatment purposes.“While I have made a career of working

AMY WILLIAMSON, MS, LCGC PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ, MD SHAWN LIPINSKI, SCM, LCGC

In the medical profession, knowledge is power. The earlier a patient and physician have access to critical information, the better the potential health outcomes.

Virginia SpecialistsCancer

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“We save lives because, as we identify individuals at high risk, we can manage patients much more effectively.” 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 170 Arlington, VA www.virginiacancerspecialists.com703-894-380022205

with patients who are fighting cancer, this is about prevention,” says Dr. Patricia Rodriguez. “That’s what makes it so special.”Approximately 5% to 10% of cancers are inherited. Early genetic detection benefits not only the patient, but their family as well. “If we find something concerning in a patient, we will start screening their family members much sooner,” says Dr. Rodriguez. “We are able to make educated decisions about them, and any future health challenges they may face.”Recent advances have made genetic screening an even more valuable tool.

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PAULO PICCOLO, MD ALEX MEXBAHI, MD, FACS MAURICE NAHABEDIAN, MD, FACS MARK VENTURI, MD, FACS

Cosmetic Surgery: Facial Rejuvenation, Rhinoplasty, Breast and Body Contouring Breast Reconstructive Surgery: DIEP Flap Reconstruction, SGAP Reconstruction, Oncoplastic Reconstruction, Implant Based Reconstruction, Complex Revision Breast Surgery

National Center for Plastic Surgery

Others: Botox, Fillers, Laser Treatments; Halo Laser; Advanced Laser Skin Care; PRP Skin Rejuvenation; PRP Hair Loss Therapy

“I am deeply moved by each of our doctor’s dedication to the patients,” says Gretchen Edwards, a physician assistant at the National Center for Plastic Surgery. “It’s heartwarming to see the difference our doctors make in the lives of so many men and women.”

The plastic surgeons at National Center for Plastic Surgery are among the most highly respected and prominent medical professionals in the region. From their beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities in McLean and Washington's West End, they provide world-class care to Washingtonians discreetly and with expertise. Sought out by patients nationwide, the team of distinguished surgeons is renowned for their cosmetic and reconstructive surgical solutions.

7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 400 McLean, VA www.nationalcenterforplasticsurgery.com703-287-8277Washington,2440703-287-827722102MSt.,Suite318D.C.20037

The plastic surgeons work hard to stay current on the latest innovations in their field, such as deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) surgery, an advanced microvascular breast reconstruction technique that uses a patient’s own body tissues.

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National Center for Plastic Surgery’s medical team consists of four plastic surgeons, three physician assistants and two licensed aestheticians. Their surgeons are sought out by breast surgeons and other physicians for their outstanding breast cancer reconstructive skills and a variety of cosmetic procedures, including primary and revision rhinoplasty, facial rejuvenation and body contouring. “Seeing my patients smiling post-surgery is what brings me the most satisfaction in my

work,” says Dr. Maurice Nahabedian. “All of us are committed to our patients from start to finish, focusing on esthetic principles with a goal of making each patient feel and look better than before.”

OrthoBethesda

Dr. Feuchtbaum is known for his skill and expertise in the operating room, but he is also dedicated to providing his patients with one-on-one care. “I believe that a successful surgery requires careful preoperative surgical planning, expertise in the O.R., and attentive postoperative care.”

scoliosis reconstructive surgery at HSS in NYC, ranked number 1 nationally. Dr. Feuchtbaum remains active in research so that his patients have access to the most advanced — and fully vetted — technologies and techniques.

ERIC J. FEUCHTBAUM, MD ASHLEY BIDWICK, MEDICAL ASSISTANT JOSEPH R. O’BRIEN, MD

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Practice Awards/Honors: Bethesda Magazine, Best Orthopedic Practice 2020 Washingtonian magazine Top Doctors Award The Joint Commission Accreditation for Total Shoulder Replacement John Carroll Society Pro Bono Health Care Award 1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 180 Arlington, VA www.orthobethesda.com703-567-470622205

While Drs. Feuchtbaum and O’Brien operate primarily out of OrthoBethesda’s Arlington location now, all of the staff, doctors, and therapists at both the Arlington and Bethesda locations are dedicated to providing superior patient to bring restorative results to each patient.

Dr. O’Brien is the director of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery at OrthoBethesda and Virginia Hospital Center. Dr. O’Brien served as an Associate Professor at GWU Medical Center for nine years, has published two textbooks, and continues to teach future, novice and veteran spine surgeons.Asone of the pioneers of minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. O’Brien has developed and optimized surgical techniques that allow the minimally invasive approach to be used for multilevel correction surgeries. He has been published over fifty times in peerreviewed journals. Still, his top priority remains providing quality care to his patients.Dr.Feuchtbaum specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery and complex deformity correction. After finishing his residency at Washington University in St. Louis, ranked top 5 nationally, Dr. Feuchtbaum went on to complete his fellowship in spine and

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Since its founding in 1974, Nirschl Orthopaedic Center (NOC) has been consistently rated one of the top orthopaedic and sports medicine centers in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Their highly experienced boardcertified physicians are at the forefront of treating disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, foot and ankle. Many have graduated from leading fellowship training programs and are regularly named as the area’s top doctors. NOC Founder Dr. Robert P. Nirschl is an internationally recognized pioneer in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopaedic and sports injuries. The tradition of quality care and innovation originally instilled by Dr. Nirschl continues today with new treatments in hip preservation surgery, minimally invasive bunion correction and outpatient joint replacements.

you’re a professional athlete or a “weekend warrior,” Drs. Matthew Buchanan, Robert Nirschl, Derek Ochiai, Ronald Paik, Cassie Root, Suzanne Walters and Clay Wellborn welcome the opportunity to participate in your care.

At NOC and its Virginia Sports Medicine Institute physical therapy facilities (locations in Arlington and McLean), all patients are treated with uncompromising care, compassion and understanding. The physicians at the Nirschl Orthopaedic Center believe that physical rehabilitation is an integral part of a successful recovery plan. With this in mind, the physicians work closely with their physical therapy team to design an individualized program so that full recovery is achieved as quickly as possible.Whether

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1715 N. George Mason Drive Suite Arlington,504 VA 22205 703 www.nirschl.com525-2200

“At Nirschl Orthopaedic Center, we provide the highest quality of care, compassion and understanding. Experience matters.”

WASHINGTONIAN PLASTIC SURGERY

Dr. Navin Singh

Awards/Honors: Washingtonian Top Doctor, 2009-2020; US News & World Report Top 1% of Doctors in the USA; Educated at Brown, Harvard and Johns Hopkins; Dual Board Certified 7601 Lewinsville Road, Suite 300 McLean, VA www.WashingtonianPlasticSurgery.com703-345-437722102

Dr. Navin Singh is one of the area’s leading awardwinning dual board-certified plastic surgeons. Serving patients throughout the metro area at Washingtonian Plastic Surgery’s McLean, Reston and Chevy Chase offices, he is renowned for providing quality care and a variety of cutting-edge and minimally invasive procedures, as well as customized treatment plans for each patient, to ensure beautiful results that exceed patient expectations. “Technology is everchanging and important, but it can’t be the be-all and end-all,” says Dr. Singh. “We don’t fall for the latest fad or gimmick.”

“My patients are my walking billboards,” says Dr. Singh. “And while I'm proud of the many awards that local magazines such as Arlington, Bethesda and Washingtonian have bestowed upon me, I'm most proud of each and every thank you that I get from a satisfied patient.”

PHOTOCOURTESY

Over the course of his career, Dr. Singh has witnessed an increasingly relentless drive toward fewer and fewer invasive results as well as patients seeking tweaks earlier in life in order to prevent substantial overhauls later on. What has remained unchanged is the way he works with each patient to help them identify realistic and optimal results.

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An expert in his field, Dr. Singh formerly served as a director for cosmetic surgery at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is also a board examiner for both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.Dr.Singh’s specialties include liquid lifts, mommy makeovers, laser liposuction, 360 lipo, body lifts and contouring, face and neck lifts, gynecomastia, breast augmentations, and breast reductions.

3015 Williams Drive Fairfax, VA www.givffertility.com703-698-735522031

“As endocrinologists, we are subspecialists in internal medicine, with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of hormone-related disease and conditions, such as diabetes, and thyroid disorders, including thyroid cancer, osteoporosis, pituitary disease and obesity,” explains Dr. Bach.

Genetics & IVF Institute

The Endocrinology Group is a progressive medical practice that embraces innovative diabetes technology and therapeutics. A proud member of Privia Medical Group — a physician-led, multispecialty, national medical group — the practice was founded by Drs. Giang Bach and Caroline Huang and has long-established roots in the Arlington community.

SARAH CRUMBLY, RN

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For over 35 years, the Genetics & IVF Institute has been a pioneer in reproductive technology and genetics. Their trailblazing medical breakthroughs shaped modern fertility treatments and continue to pave the way for future innovations. The practice, led by Dr. Abbaa Sarhan, Dr. Laurence Udoff and Dr. Harvey Stern, offers patients the best in comprehensive and personalized reproductive care.

—A Privia Medical Group

200 Park Ave. Falls Church, VA 22046 www.endocrinologygroup.com571-634-3636

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GIVF is the only local fertility practice that houses a preimplantation genetic testing lab, as well as donor sperm and donor egg banks, on-site. GIVF physicians are board certified in reproductive endocrinology or medical genetics and backed by a highly experienced and dedicated group of nurses, patient care coordinators and support staff. By focusing on quality and the needs of the patient, GIVF provides the compassionate care and excellent treatment each patient deserves.

“We find joy in developing long-term relationships with our patients, finding ways to motivate and inspire them to become healthier versions of themselves,” says Dr. Huang. “By finding ways to help patients believe in themselves, we help them play an active role in their own self-care.”

The Endocrinology Group

DR. ABBAA SARHAN DR. LAURENCE UDOFF DR. HARVEY STERN MARY SANDS, MS, CGC

Dr. Yongsook Victoria Suh is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. With her advanced training and dedication to perfection, Dr. Suh specializes in all aspects of facial rejuvenation and body contouring utilizing the newest advanced cosmetic surgical techniques and has served as the past President of National Capital Society of Plastic Surgeons.

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Dr. Suh believes that patient education and mentoring are crucial to patient care and to the future of medicine. “I am passionate about patient safety and providing excellent medical care at Victoria Plastic Surgery Center’s state-ofthe-art facility,” she says. “I believe that my life as Plastic Surgeon is a blessing and want to ensure that my patients receive the best personalized care possible.”

A native Virginian and a graduate of Langley High School in McLean, Dr. Suh received her Bachelor of Arts degree at Amherst College and her MD from New York Medical College. She is on the Medical Staff at INOVA Fairfax Hospital, INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Woodburn Surgery Center, and Novant Health Medical Center, serving the Northern Virginia community.

YONGSOOK VICTORIA SUH, MD

Dr. Suh has a great enthusiasm for education. During her Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training, Dr. Suh conducted research on Cleft Lip Repair,

Awards/Honors: Arlington Magazine, Top Doctors Washingtonian magazine, Top Doctors DC Magazine, Top Medical Professionals Northern Virginia Magazine, Top Plastic Surgeons 8503 Arlington Blvd., Suite 130 Fairfax, VA www.victoriacosmeticsurgery.com703-293-501022031

Victoria Plastic Surgery Center

a congenital birth defect, and Breast Reconstruction. She presented both of these works at the International Plastic Surgery Symposium in Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa. Dr. Suh has conducted research and has published on Tracheoesophageal Injuries and has written a book chapter in Traumatic Hand Injuries.

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Dr. Carla M. Shuman has lived in the Washington D.C. metro area for 22 years. “Initially, I moved here to earn a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the George Washington University,” she says. “I am a West Virginia native, and while I will always hold a special place in my heart for the Mountain State, my home is now in Arlington.”Thestrength and resilience that Dr. Shuman gained through her own challenges makes psychology the perfect career choice for her. “I love supporting people as they overcome their struggles, and become free to enjoy life and find greater meaning and purpose,” she says. Her ability to establish trust and connection with clients is a key element of her Owningsuccess.herprivate practice allows Dr. Shuman to provide high-quality mental health care and give greater attention to each of her clients. “I want them to feel like they are receiving personalized care that is tailored to meet their needs,”

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she says. “I strongly believe in applying evidence-based practices to treat anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health conditions. But even the best practices do not fit everyone, so we need to have a variety of tools and strategies from which we can draw.”

Dr. Carla M. Shuman is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner and director of Mindful Solutions, LLC. The practice treats children, adolescents and adults for issues related to anxiety, trauma, ADHD, depression and adjustment to chronic medical illness. Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations are also conducted to diagnose ADHD, learning disabilities, and other cognitive and emotional challenges.

2000 N. 14th St., Suite 780 www.drcarla.messenger.com703-527-1200Arlington, VA 22201

Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Shuman enjoys her role as a Clinical Preceptor at the George Washington University School of Medicine. She mentors medical students as part of the team and helps provide instruction on how to become physicians who provide compassionate care to diverse populations.

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Led by President Irma Becerra and her high-performing team, Marymount University is gaining momentum while on the path to national recognition for innovation and commitment to student success, alumni achievement and faculty and staff excellence. Its student-centered, one-of-a-kind educational experience is based on a strong liberal arts foundation with a career-focus. Here, Saints “Learn with Purpose” through small class sizes (12:1 student-faculty ratio and average class size of 15), extensive research and leadership development opportunities, internship and job connections and numerous study abroad programs. Marymount embraces a global perspective, with students hailing from 45 U.S. states and 78 different countries. And finally,

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Pandemic life gave rise to all kinds of unhealthy coping mechanisms. Which bad habits do we need to unlearn?

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In the process, our own health and well-being often took a back seat. Fall ing into survival mode, many of us developed ways of coping that were less than positive.

Still, she worries.

sound sleeper “to spending a lot of nights on the couch reading, trying to fall back asleep.”

Distance made it harder for Foster to help her folks, who are an hour’s drive from the nearest hospital. “To call an ambulance is a big deal,” she says. Some times “they call me from an hour-and-ahalf away and say, ‘Can you come down here and help?’ They have two neighbors who have been a godsend, taking them to the doctor and to get groceries.”

tors for self-care, and as self-care gets eroded, it affects mental health.”

The ever-presence of work has clear downsides. Nearly 4 in 5 respondents in a TELUS International survey of 1,000 Americans last fall said they found it hard to “shut off” from their jobs in the evenings. More than half said they had not taken a mental health day since they started working from home during Covid; 44% said they had not taken a

“People are working 25% more, seven days a week. There’s a lot of relapse of alcohol abuse, a lot of sleeping problems.”

Those who managed well through the pandemic were “the ones who con nected” with others, Dodini says. “That seems to really be an antidote to the challenge of isolation.”

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A “Stress in America” poll released by the American Psychological Association in March found a majority of essential workers (54%) reporting that they had relied on unhealthy habits to get through the pandemic. Two in 5 said they had gained more weight than intended over the last year—an average of 29 pounds. Nearly 1 in 4 adults reported drink ing more to cope with stress, and 2 in 3 reported sleep disruptions stemming from anxiety and shifts in routine.

Individuals who are stressed also tend to fall back on old bad habits, he says. “If someone had an eating disor der earlier, those eating patterns start to kick back in. There’s a regressiveness.”

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Worried for her kids’ well-being dur ing lockdown, Foster scrambled to find new extracurricular options to keep them engaged (her younger daughter ended up doing a virtual learning pro gram with Synetic Theater in Crystal City). At the same time, she was coordi nating support for her elderly parents, who live in Louisa County, Virginia, near Lake Anna. Her dad has Parkinson’s dis ease and dementia, which got “much, much worse” without social interaction, she says, and her mom’s heart problems “kind of snowballed” amid feelings of isolation and depression.

Remote work does provide greater flexibility, but “it also makes discon necting extremely difficult,” observes Paul McDonald, the firm’s senior exec utive director. “Many people feel pres sure to keep up with rising workloads and are putting in long hours.”

The pandemic threw everything off kilter. Though social distancing meant that Foster, 54, could work from home—she and her husband, Mark, a portfolio manager, live in Aurora High lands with their two daughters, 14 and 11—the gym was closed, and other demands quickly ate up the time she had once reserved for a good sweat.

THOUGH WORKING FROM home offered a break from commuting, work place experts note that a lot of employ ees simply filled the time and began working more —not less. In a nation wide survey conducted last summer by the staffing firm Robert Half, 45% of professionals said they routinely work more than 8 hours a day. Nearly 70% said they work on weekends.

orking out was always a part of Allison Foster’s routine, whether she was biking to her job as CFO for a nonprofit or hitting the gym to blow off steam.

AS PANDEMIC PROTOCOLS shifted our way of life this past year, many of us found ourselves stretched thinner than ever before, juggling roles as parents, caregivers, employees, teachers, cooks, maids, coaches, sounding boards, tech support providers and peacekeepers. (“The open space concept looks great on television,” Foster says of the cur rent trend in home design, “but doors are sometimes a good thing.”)

Aaron Dodini, director of Dodini Behavioral Health in Rosslyn, has seen the toll firsthand in the patients who visit his “Peoplepractice.areworking more hours. They’re eating more junk. They’re exer cising less,” he says. “These are key fac

The constant stress, “compounded by the fact that I have not been going to the gym or biking…means I am ter ribly out of shape now,” Foster says. “I usually love to exercise, but I just could not be motivated. I have fallen into the habit of working far too many hours, which means a lot of time sit ting in my office chair and nothing to break up my day.”

Also, she has gone from being a

Life in the time of Covid brought more stress to King’s already harried situation. The nature of his job meant that he couldn’t work from home. “The fear was I would bring the virus home to my [family],” he says. “I had access to the proper PPE, but it still crosses your mind that you could get sick.”

Avis teaches yoga and meditation (she is a certified instructor and med itation teacher for the Chopra Center, a meditation center based in Carlsbad, California), with a focus on what she calls the six pillars of wellness: sleep, mindfulness, emotional well-being, nourishment, movement and nature. “You need to put together a tool kit,” she says, “to rebalance.”

A repair shop foreman in Fairfax County, he’s been juggling the demands of his full-time job while going to school (he’s working toward his undergradu ate degree at George Mason Univer sity), caring for his toddler son, and get ting his father, 65, who has early-onset Alzheimer’s, to clinical trials for treat ments that may help stem the disease.

single day of vacation since they started working from home.

sional sprint triathlon and even partici pated in an Olympic distance triathlon. But lately he’s had no time.

Allison Foster is now getting back to gardening and exercise.

Colleen Avis, a wellness coach in Arlington, has watched this trend play ing out locally. “I’m hearing people are working 25% more, seven days a week,” she says. “There’s a lot of relapse of alco hol abuse, a lot of sleeping problems.”

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his wife, their young son and his dad in a house King’s grandparents bought decades ago. “He’s always been self-suffi cient. He was a contractor for his whole life. He doubled the size of our house. Now he can’t read a tape measure.”

At the same time, there were some surprising upsides. While the shift to distance learning was tough for most students, it was a saving grace for King. Being able to attend his business man agement class online reduced the time he spent commuting, freeing up more

DOUGLAS PARK RESIDENT Jona than King used to enjoy doing the occa

At 32, King is younger than most members of the “sandwich generation”— a group often defined as middle-age adults who are simultaneously caring for older parents and kids—but he’s feel ing the “[Mycrunch.father] can go on a family walk with the dog…but can’t pursue activities on his own,” says King, who lives with

As the vaccine rollout continues, the slow return to “normalcy” will at least force us off the couch. A March study by the Society for Human Resource Management found more than half of the companies it surveyed plan to bring employees back into the office by July.

hours for family. “Covid’s been bad for a lot of people but for me, [virtual school] really did help me out,” King says, though exercise is still hard to fit in. “Since having a kid and also caring for my dad, it is extremely difficult to find time for basically any physical activity.”

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Jonathan King with his father, John; his wife, Alejandra; their son, Michael; and the family dog, Zoey

have become even more so over the past year, in part because they aren’t taking lunch breaks or getting up to stand around the proverbial watercooler. Shin says he’s seeing “tighter necks, back injuries, tight muscles. It’s harder for people to get out of bed.”

AFTER A YEAR of laptop-surfing and chronic malaise, many of us have much to unlearn physically, and injuries to undo, says Andy Shin, a personal trainer who’s been offering both in-person and virtual consultations. Quarantining revealed that a lot of us don’t have the right equipment to exercise—or work— from home. That’s caused a range of physical problems, from back and neck injuries to carpal tunnel syndrome.

If you’ve appreciated the conve nience of exercising in your own base ment or living room, Shin advises tak ing a closer look at your workout setup, as well as your technique, before you continue down that path.

“People often don’t have adequate space at home to train,” says the Arling ton fitness coach, explaining that sim ple exercises like lunges and jumping jacks can become less than beneficial when performed in cramped areas without room to move and fully extend. The focus of home workouts should be “mostly on your core and getting your heart rate up in a safe manner,” he advises, using simple items like resis tance bands, a kettlebell or a dumbbell. Americans tend to be sedentary, and

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Finally, spend some time outside each day, in natural light. Whenever possible, open windows and blinds to let daylight into your home. Doing so will improve your sleep and your mood.

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back in shape? Arlington Parks & Recreation offers a variety of drop-in fitness classes and activities ( classesparks.arlingtonva.us/drop-in-fitness), as do Virginia Hospital Center ( events/fitness-healthy-lifestyle-classesvirginiahospitalcenter.com/classes-), the McLean Community Center (mcleancenter. org/classes-n-trips) and the City of Falls Church (fallschurchva.gov/recreation).

Take advantage of outdoor yoga, Zumba, boot camps and other workouts, many of which are free, organized by the business improvement districts (BIDs) in National Landing ( calendar/fitnessnationallanding.org/events/ ), Rosslyn (rosslynva.org/ events/wellness) and Ballston (ballstonva. org/simpli-live). Similar programming is available on Columbia Pike ( pike.org/programs-and-eventscolumbia) and in and the Mosaic District (mosaicdistrict. com/fun). Discover new bike routes with maps from BikeArlington (bikearlington. com) and sign up for local 5Ks and other races through Pacers Running (pacersrunningevents.com).

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If you’re trying to lose the “Covid 19” pounds so many say they’ve gained, consider consulting with a registered dietician, or at least take some advice from the USDA’s MyPlate website (myplate.gov), which lays out the foods that should be on your plate if you want to eat right. It even has an app to help you maintain a healthy diet. If you’ve fallen into a pattern of disordered eating, the Arlington nonprofit Rock Recovery (rockrecoveryed.org) offers help and Wantresources.toget

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Pandemic stress caused plenty of sleep disruption. If you need to get back on track, the Sleep Foundation ( guidelines-covid-19-isolationsleepfoundation.org/sleep) recommends having a fixed time to start and end each day and having a relaxing “wind-down time” before heading off to bed. Foundation experts emphasize the importance of creating an association in your mind between your bed and sleep. This means if you’ve been working from bed while working from home, it’s time to break that habit. And try to avoid too much screen time right before bed. The blue light produced by electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets and computers has been found to interfere with your body’s natural sleepinducing processes.

As life gets back on track, now is a good time to reassess. Which unhealthy habits that we developed during the pandemic need to be undone? Are there certain changes for the better that are worth keeping? Tap into these resources as you and your family members embark on your journey back to health and happiness.

If you moved into a makeshift home office during the pandemic that you plan to continue using, take some time to ensure that your setup is supporting and not ruining your posture. Sitting for prolonged periods of time without breaks—particularly at a workstation without proper alignment—can cause a host of problems, according to chiropractor Michael Moses of Arlington Pain & Rehab in Clarendon ( com/services/ergonomicsarlingtonpainandrehab. ), from tendonitis and tennis elbow to neck and back injuries. Don’t know if your work surface is the right height or if your chair is adjusted properly? Find guidelines offered by the Mayo Clinic ( 20046169in-depth/office-ergonomics/art-org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/mayoclinic. ) and the American Occupational Therapy Association ( Office-Ergonomics-Tips.pdfFiles/Practice/Manage/Home-aota.org/~/media/Corporate/ ).

If you’ve gotten into the habit of taking naps, that may be bad for your job, but it’s not necessarily bad for your health. Rather than approaching naps haphazardly, consider a consistent schedule. Studies suggest that keeping naps to 20 minutes or less provides restorative sleep without disrupting your circadian rhythm.

During the year of social distanc ing, Calkin embraced having more time with her 16-year-old son, a stu dent at Arlington Tech, as they worked and studied out of their home in Falls Church. (Her son’s father lives in Arling ton.) “Usually, my son would have had a lot of other activities,” she says. “We’re exercising, cooking together. We’ve had little adventures. We’ve walked all of Arlington. It’s been a wonderful time in a very difficult situation.”

Find other mindfulness and meditation resources from the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health ( depthnccih.nih.gov/health/meditation-in). The Teal Center for Therapeutic Bodywork in Ballston (tealcenter. com) offers massage, acupuncture, wellness classes, life coaching and other holistic services. Sun & Moon Yoga in Arlington (sunandmoonstudio. com) offers meditation sessions on YouTube and Zoom, and a variety of yoga sessions (both group and individual) focused on healing.

mercial leases—and the fact that so many employees are starting to insist on it. More than two-thirds (68%) of U.S. workers would prefer a hybrid workplace model after the pan demic ends, according to a “Pulse of the American Worker” survey con ducted for Prudential in March. Of those surveyed who have been work ing remotely, 87% said they wanted to continue to work from home at least one day per week.

While some coped by turning into workaholics, for others, this surreal time prompted a reboot of their whole notion of work, and some big-picture reassessments.Avissaysshe’s seen “a lot of ambi tous, driven Type A people” who pre viously focused on intense workouts adopting additional forms of self-care, such as yoga, meditation and mind fulness exercises. “Maybe taking on a physical or mental challenge, like mas tering a handstand, setting up habits to promote better sleep, rekindling an old hobby or starting a new one—all tools to create well-being,” she says. They’re also looking for new ways to connect with others, “maybe something larger thanMargothemselves.”TenBroeck Calkin, assistant manager of corporate health at Vir ginia Hospital Center, has been mak ing more of an effort to practice what she preaches. When Covid began, her job helping companies provide wellness programs to their employees shifted dramatically. Not only did the pro

“Before, if we held a webinar on loneliness, people would have been embarrassed to show up,” says Calkin, 52. “Now people feel OK with admit ting this. It has taken away the taboo.”

Stephenie Overman is a writer specializ ing in health and workplace issues. She lives and works at home in Reston.

On a personal level, she says, “It’s been good for me, mentally, to have to study and research self-compassion.”

Calkin also took it upon herself to keep an eye on her neighbors. “I live in a community that has a lot of elderly people around me. I’ve been very con scious about checking in on them,” she says. That’s meant shopping, driv ing them to doctors’ appointments and sharing information about vaccina tion availability. She also spearheaded the planting of a garden in her com munity, Winter Hill, that is now flour ishing and feeds low-income seniors. “We got everybody outside. We got to connect,”she says, beaming.

Arlington wellness coach Colleen Avis (subtle-shifts.com) believes that mindfulness is a powerful tool for mitigating stress and balancing work and family responsibilities. Mindfulness is defined as a mental state achieved by focusing your awareness on the present moment, calmly acknowledging and accepting your feelings, thoughts and bodily “Peoplesensations.have 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts a day. A large percent of those are repeated thoughts,” Avis says. She recommends taking time to stop and smell the roses—or maybe your morning coffee. “Be aware of your senses and the smells and sounds around you. Practice noticing. As you make your coffee, take time to enjoy the aroma, to pick the right cup. Take the first four or five sips and enjoy them in silence with awareness before you sit down.”

“The important thing we’ve learned from this is to slow down,” Calkin says. “We’ve missed friends, but we didn’t miss all the scheduling. This is a little more how life used to be. For the first time, I’m not embarrassed when some one asks, ‘What are you doing this week end?’ and I say, ‘I don’t really know.’ ” ■

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THERE WERE SOME bright spots in the era of social distancing. One big one was that it pushed more people outside. “I’ve never seen so many peo ple walking,” says Avis, the wellness coach. “Nature is providing a really beautiful tool.” Sunlight and fresh air can do wonders for body and mind.

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grams move online, they began to focus more on balancing work and homelife.

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Khulan Erdenedalai

Their pandemic senior year was anything but ordinary— which makes these new graduates and their myriad achievements all the more extraordinary.

Erdenedalai already has consider able real-world experience under her belt. In 2019, she served as a natural resources and environmental tech nology research assistant at Virginia Tech. This spring, she completed a fel lowship with PBS NewsHour, where she produced a film about Mongolia’s air pollution and making yurts more sustainable. That post came amid her involvement with Climate Cardinals,

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“I’m hoping to help protect underrep resented communities from adverse environmental effects, by designing pollution control technology, and also addressing ozone depletion and other climate change issues,” she says.

In addition to the numerous Scho lastic Art Awards and American Vi sionary awards she received from The Alliance for Young Artists and Writ ers, Erdenedalai was named a Gates Scholar this year by the Bill & Melin da Gates Foundation. The full schol arship was given to only 300 students from this year’s pool of nearly 35,000 applicants. –Rina Rapuano

“I’ve been pretty passionate about combating air pollution. I’ve always made artworks and films highlight ing these environmental and social issues,” says the 18-year-old, whose paintings were featured in a recent exhibit, “Dreams and Nightmares,” at the Arlington Arts Center.

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Khulan Erdenedalai was only 7 when she left Mongolia’s capital, Ulaan baatar, and moved to Arlington, but she says she’ll never forgot the pollu tion that ravaged her home city.

“a youth-led nonprofit that aims to make climate information accessible in over 100 languages,” she says. “I started out [last summer] by translat ing climate information. In 2020, I be came the social media director. Now I lead a team of 40 people and help flourish partnerships with other in ternational organizations, and I work closely with a United Nations Youth Advisory Board member.”

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She intends to study environmen tal engineering with a possible dou ble major in ethnicity, race and migra tion when she lands at Yale this fall.

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Athletics aside, Garcia finished high school with a 3.9 GPA and was a member of the Spanish Honor Society. He refer ees soccer games on weekends and par ticipated in his school’s Cohort Program, which supports male minority students preparing for higher education.

He intends to study business and Spanish in college, then follow in his father’s footsteps as a financial adviser.

“He deals with a lot of clients and their money,” he says, “but it’s all about building relationships, and that’s some thing that I tend to be very good at.”

Guillermo Garcia knows that playing on the varsity soccer, basketball and golf teams—plus many years of travel soc cer—means some might view him as just a jock. But, like most people, the future Virginia Tech student is much more than what he appears on the sur face, partly due to what he’s learned on those teams.

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Without his connection to soccer, he might never have noticed that the stu dents at his aunt’s school in Colombia, where he visits his father’s side of the fam ily annually, lacked the sports equipment that he had back home in Arlington.

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Before Covid put travel on hold, he was thrilled to see kids in Colombia wearing Wakefield and ASA gear when he visited. “I think my experience in Co lombia is probably what I’m most proud of to this day,” he says.

In 2018, Garcia launched an equip ment drive with Wakefield High School’s PTA and the Arlington Soccer Association, with the goal of donating 250 pounds of equipment. To date, he has collected 1,500 pounds.

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“I found that they didn’t have the re sources available to really be able to play competitive soccer like I’m able to [do] here in the States,” he says.

“I think the experiences I’ve gained from being in leadership positions on the teams that I play on has really helped me,” says the 18-year-old.

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Do not underestimate Talia Penn. She may be small (standing 4 feet 11 inches) but she is more than comfortable taking charge, wheth er it’s teaching a hesitant first-grader to read or serving as a flight commander for JROTC, which she did as a high school freshman. If someone tells her she can’t do something, she’ll prove them wrong, like the time a restau rant co-worker sniffed that she wasn’t strong enough to carry a bucket of ice from the kitch en to the front—and she ended up carrying not one, but two. (She still works there.)

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“I don’t take ‘no’ for an answer,” says the 17-year-old. “Especially as a woman of color, society has tried to dictate who we should be, what we should wear, where we should go. I try not to let society dictate who I will or will not be. The world is mine to explore.”

Penn has explored a lot already. In high school, she served as a JROTC squadron com mander, leading 40 to 60 cadets in community cleanups and other service projects. She com peted with her unit’s drill team, was a cheer leader for her home high school, Wakefield, and was a top student at Arlington Tech, a rig orous, project-based learning program housed within the Arlington Career Center. She took dual-enrollment courses at Northern Virgin ia Community College and, for her capstone project, helped a local health care entrepre neur open a fertility clinic, handling the mar keting and PR surrounding the launch.

She now plans to attend Duke University and later, medical school, to become a pedi atricPennpsychiatrist.comesfrom

a large family. She be came interested in working with kids during her junior year, while serving as a Montessori teaching assistant as part of an early-child hood education class. The first-grader she was assigned to tutor had a learning disabil ity and was convinced he couldn’t read. “Yes, you can,” she insisted, helping him sound out the words. One day he greeted her with excite ment, saying he had learned to read the words his teacher had assigned him.

“I don’t think he’d had all the encouragement he needed,” Penn says. “I just want to be able to give that to other people.” –Lisa Lednicer

Inspired by a Minority Student Achieve ment Network (MSAN) conference he at tended as a junior, Geleta also launched a social media initiative that connects minor ity students in Arlington with resources for academic opportunities, scholarships, in ternships and more.

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After finishing high school with a 4.46 GPA, Geleta, 18, is headed to Yale this fall, where he’ll study political science and eco nomics—a path he says would not have been possible without his mother’s cour age. She left him with his father in Ethiopia when he was 3, and was finally able to bring both of them to America when he was 8.

When Abel Geleta identifies a problem, his first instinct is to figure out how he can fix it. The Arlington teen has amassed quite a track record of volunteer work—a passion that started when he helped with the Arling ton County Fair in middle school.

“Being an ambitious student, I’ve been able to exploit and harness a lot of those [resources] to help me grow,” he says, “so I’ve been using social media to help other students [do the same].”

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“Without her making that initial sacrifice to come here,” he says, “I wouldn’t have been able to experience any of these things or achieve any of the accomplishments that I’ve achieved today. She’s definitely a great source of inspiration for me.”

“I got to make some great memories and enjoy being a part of the fair,” he says. “From then on, I’ve continued to do var ious volunteer activities to expand my experiences.”Priortohis graduation from W-L, Geleta spent four years as a representative on the Student Advisory Board. He also served as a board member of Arlington Transforming Masculinity, which works to promote emo tional intelligence over aggression, and vol unteered with EcoAction Arlington, helping low-income county residents with home im provements to reduce their energy costs and carbon footprints. He pitched in at Meals on Wheels and aided elderly patients at Cherry dale Health & Rehabilitation Center, where his mother works.

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“I had to sit at so many of my younger brother’s hockey games that I was like, well, I might as well start trying it,” says Donovan, 18. She liked the fast pace of the sport, and the fearlessness afforded by protective padding— especially in her position as goalie.

“WhateverConnecticut.Iendup doing, I want to travel and go to different places,” she says.

“I love that they have so much fun while they’re doing it,” she says. “It’s nice to be re minded how I felt when I first started playing, because sometimes it can get a little competi tive and a little crazy.”

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Like many Connecticut natives, Katherine Donovan’s father played ice hockey growing up. Once he had kids of his own, he signed his son up for hockey and his daughter up for fig ure skating. But Katherine preferred hockey.

Katherine Donovan

Off the ice, Donovan played guitar in the jazz band at George Mason High School and participated in the Model UN. She also helps her father coach little ones who are learning to play hockey.

With few options for girls to play ice hockey in this area, Donovan drives from Falls Church to Rockville, Maryland, three to four times a week to practice with her team, the Washing ton Pride. It’s the only local Tier 1 girls team.

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And yet, she says, there’s an upside to that game stress. “When I play, I feel powerful. I feel unstoppable.”

“As a goalie, there’s a lot of pressure on me,” she says. “I’m the last line of defense, and I spend a lot of time in the net by myself. I’ve had to learn how to manage my own anxieties and control my inner monologue. The hard est part of the game is moving on from let ting in goals and staying locked in for a full 60 minutes. I have the power to change games— a timely save can motivate the team and help spur us to victory. I love knowing that I have such a huge role, that I have the power to make a difference.”Armedwith a 4.22 GPA and several college acceptances, she hasn’t yet decided where she’ll go, although she knows she wants to continue playing hockey while studying economics and Russian. For now, she’s planning to do a post graduate year at Choate Rosemary Hall, a prep school in

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Eliana Durkee McLean High School

By the time Eliana Durkee moved to Falls Church the summer before eighth grade, she had never lived anywhere for more than three years. With her father in the Navy, she had bounced from Mary land to Sicily—among other places— during her childhood. Such a nomadic life might hinder some students’ ability to form relationships, but in Durkee, it instilled a passion for volunteering, lead ership and bringing people together.

“I grew up moving a lot, but the com munity that I did have was the Navy, and that’s all about service and looking out for each other and having each other’s backs,” says the 18-year-old. “So during my time in high school...I’ve tried to ap ply the same kind of idea in taking care of Foreveryone.”Durkee, that meant volunteering regularly at a local food pantry with her mother and little sister, getting involved with student government, planning events for her fellow seniors, mentoring freshmen, running the student art gal lery (she has a personal interest in pho tography) and coaching her local youth field hockey program—all while playing varsity field hockey and maintaining a 4.42 GPA, with several AP classes.

“Eliana sparkles” with enthusiasm and service to others, says her faculty adviser at McLean High School. Her mom describes her as a “walking pep rally” who raises others up.

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“I’ve been told I’m a fairly chatty per son,” says the teen of her many leader ship roles. “I’m pretty good at break ing the ice between people, especially if they’re not used to working with each other.”Durkee has at least one more move coming up: She heads to Duke Univer sity’s Pratt School of Engineering this fall. After that she hopes to settle down someplace, perhaps working for the Navy as a civilian.

“They have a lot of engineers who stay in one place,” she says, “and still help out.”

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Danielle Oliver

Self-expression is a through line in Danielle Oliver’s life, and at 17, she is prolific. A mem ber of the Alexandria Women of Color Writers Group, she recently participated in NaNoWriMo (short for National Novel Writing Month), dur ing which she set—and surpassed—a goal of pen ning 20,000 words of her first fantasy novella in 30 days, all while rising to the top of her class at Wakefield High School.

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She’s also an accomplished musician. Dur ing her time at Wakefield, Oliver played cello in its top orchestra, piano in its jazz band and performed a chorus role in a stage production of Chicago. She sang for a few years with the Children’s Chorus of Washington, where anoth er formative experience prompted her to find her voice. While rehearsing a song about Har riet Tubman, she observed a lack of respect for the abolitionist among some of her fellow cho rus members. In response, she prepared a pre sentation about Tubman’s legacy to share with the group. “I didn’t feel like I could turn down the opportunity to bring awareness and smooth tensions,” she says. “I stepped up to the plate.”

Oliver has often found her voice through the written word. In a 2019 piece for a School of The New York Times writing workshop, she re flected on assumptions people make upon learn ing that her mom, a pastor, has a physical dis ability. Oliver helps out with her younger sister; some have asked if she is also “taking care” of her mother. “What does it say about inclusion in America,” she wrote, “if children are assumed to be the caregiver, or if people automatically as sume that my father, who is not disabled, has to be both parents?”

Now finishing up her novella, she’s been writing alongside her mom, who is penning a biography of Oliver’s great-grandfather Joseph A. Johnson Jr., a Christian Methodist Episcopal bishop and the first Black person to graduate from Vanderbilt University. “It’s been so lovely to bond with [my mom] over what it’s like to be a writer,” she says.

Looking ahead to Oberlin College and be yond, she is set on a life in music and litera ture. “I know things that I love doing and that I wouldn’t want to give up,” she says, “but I’m also going to be very open-minded to other things that might ebb and flow into my life.”

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When Kay Rollins was around 8 years old, she wanted a dog. Her older brother wanted fish. Their father, who was on debate teams in high school and college, had them hash it out, debate-style, to choose the family pet. Little did her brother know he was debat ing the future top-ranking extemporane ous speaker in the country, and the first stu dent in Tournament of Champions history to claim that title twice. (She would later break her own record when she won it for the third time this year.)

“We got two dogs,” Rollins says, looking back on the pet dispute, “so I felt good about that. I ended up joining the debate team when I was in eighth grade, and it exceeded every expectation I could have had.”

While debate practice and tournaments took up a good chunk of her extracurricular time in high school, the McLean teen also put a lot of energy toward suicide prevention work—a cause that comes from a very personal place af ter she lost a friend to suicide during her soph omore year. “I ended up first just starting off at my school,” she says. “I did a fundraiser for the national suicide hotline, because those are so Theunderfunded.”effortraised just under $1,000. Rollins also became involved with a local chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Preven tion, helping with its annual Out of the Dark ness community walk, and crafted an original oratory for debate about mental health last year. “The focus of it was to encourage people to talk and get help,” says the 18-year-old, not ing that people who talk about their struggles are less likely to end their lives.

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In addition, Rollins wrote for her school paper, builds electric bikes and judges mid dle school debates. She racked up enough ac ademic accolades to gain acceptance to Har vard, where she plans to study foreign relations or public policymaking.

She counts her parents, her brother and her debate coaches among her biggest inspirations and hopes her mentorship of young debaters has a similar motivating effect on others.

“I think everyone has the potential to be someone else’s inspiration,” she says, “even if it’s only for a really little thing.”

–Rina Rapuano

High school students are used to juggling a lot, but Bilguun “Bill” Soronzonbold has had a heavier load than most. When the pandem ic arrived in 2020 and school moved online, he became the primary caregiver for his two younger brothers. His Mongolian immigrant parents both work at a grocery store in D.C. and could not do their jobs remotely.

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Growing up in Arlington (his family im migrated to the U.S. when he was 6), Soron zonbold marveled at the county’s diversity— “I have white friends, Latino friends, Black friends,” he says—and searched for a college with a similar feel. This fall he’ll study com puter science at Tufts University, with hopes of pursuing a career in that field.

“I like the freedom you get when you start a program,” he says. “It’s like a blank slate. It al lows me to be creative in a setting where you don’t expect creativity.”

“I was raised with a no-excuse mentality,” says the Arlington teen. “If I have a lot of dead lines, I’ll tell my coaches I can’t come to track practice, but I’ll do everything I can to get there anyway. That’s the expectation I set for myself.”

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His family lives in a two-bedroom apart ment at The Jordan, an affordable housing complex near Ballston Quarter that is operat ed by AHC Inc., which offers educational pro grams and social services. Soronzonbold, 18, is a College and Career Readiness (CCR) ambas sador for the organization, talking to younger kids about the importance of education and coming up with ideas to promote CCR.

“Bill is a selfless leader in his family and very humble,” says Milenka Coronel, assistant director of education at AHC. “He never brags about his successes, but he’s grateful for every thing that he has.”

Once his mom and dad left for work at 5 a.m., Soronzonbold was in charge of getting his siblings, ages 8 and 11, up for breakfast and logged in to school, troubleshooting any tech problems, making sure they were engaged and fixing them lunch—all while taking his own full load of online IB classes. He was also a mem ber of the Key Club, captain of W-L’s track team and, with a friend, created and taught a com puter science course to middle-schoolers.

–Lisa Lednicer

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She shares an ancient Asian legend that is popular in the adoption community: “Ev eryone is born with a little red thread tied around their pinkie finger, and it connects you to everyone that you meet in your life. As a little girl, I always believed that I was tied to my family through that red thread... and that transfers to now; I believe I was connected to St. Stephen’s and all the people that I met here.”

As a student at St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School, she was elected by faculty members and her peers to serve on the school’s honor and disciplinary board. She and other student board members reviewed two to three student infractions a week, doling out consequences as well as advice. “If they’re stressed, we [empa thize],” she says, explaining that her role was not just punitive, but also supportive.

But she also feels quite at home outside the confines of a classroom or museum. Each summer, she teaches D.C.-area kids how to sail at a Washington Sailing Marina camp she first attended in third grade. “My mom grew up in Jamaica, so she remembered being on the wa ter and loving all that,” says Schofield-Saba, who returned to the sailing camp each sum mer, eventually transitioning into a counselor role. “It’s kind of like full circle.”

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An only child, Schofield-Saba was adopted from China as an infant. Her mother was also adopted. In their household, she says, family is defined not by blood, but rather by “your love for one another.”

This fall, she plans to forge new con nections at Tulane University in New Or leans, where she hopes to explore art histo ry and preservation, as well as local culture.

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When Skye Schofield-Saba was in kindergar ten, her teacher relied on his ears to find her on the playground. “He could always find me if he heard the Mamma Mia! soundtrack,” says theNowsinger.18, the Arlington teen has long had a penchant for the arts, serving as president of her high school a cappella group, designing stage sets, editing the school literary magazine and interning at the Smithsonian Freer and Sackler Galleries.

–Eliza Tebo Berkon

Nathan Dent has a “distinct early-childhood memory” of struggling through a Curious George book with his mom and fearing he would never learn to read.

“Whatever I end up doing, I’d like to feel like I’m making some kind of difference in that area,” says the 18-year-old. “I care deeply that we’re treating people ethically, whether that be people who are on trial, people who are victims, people who are incarcerated— everybody involved in that process.”

This fall, Dent will study journalism at Northwestern University. Though he can’t foretell what lies ahead, he says his time at Yorktown prepared him. “I was always learn ing from real people, as opposed to the arche type of the high school teacher who doesn’t really seem like anybody you’d encounter in real life,” he says. “I’ve been lucky enough to grow up in a place that really emphasized connecting what you’re learning to the real world.”

–Eliza Tebo Berkon

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Somewhere in the flurry of articles, sam ple ballots and study guides, Dent also man aged to carve out time with two schoolmates to produce a documentary, The Prison In dustrial Complex: The Dark Side of Ameri can Criminal Justice, which in 2020 won an honorable mention in a nationwide student competition hosted by C-SPAN. Through in terviews with experts and formerly incarcer ated individuals, Dent says he learned much more about criminal justice than he could have gleaned from mere research. It’s a field he’d like to pursue in the future, perhaps as a journalist or lawyer.

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Those fears were short-lived. Now a selfdescribed “bookworm,” he’s added some Er nest Hemingway and Chinua Achebe to his reading list. And as his literary palate has ex panded, so too have his interests. The York town High School grad served as editor of his school newspaper, president of the Yorktown Young Democrats, and was a member of the adolescent advocacy group the Arlington Teen Network Board. He also composed about 60 (mostly unreleased) songs in genres ranging from “quasi-EDM” to folk—all while main taining a stellar academic record and holding down a pizza delivery job with Lost Dog Café.

Ice hockey led to ice theater (yes, that’s a thing), and then to ice dancing— the sport in which he has competed na tionally and internationally since age 15, winning silver and bronze medals in the 2018 and 2019 U.S. Figure Skat ing championships, respectively, with his then-partner Zoe Sensenbrenner.

His achievements are all the more impressive in light of his dyslexia, which wasn’t diagnosed until he was in third grade. Over the years, he has learned how to advocate for the ac commodations he needs, like text-tospeech software, even when teachers were less than understanding of his disability. “I’ve had to learn how to see it as a strength rather than a weakness and work with it,” he says.

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Matthew Sperry can trace his love of skating back to age 5, when he attended a friend’s birthday party at an ice rink. He was so enchanted that he refused to leave the rink until his parents signed him up for lessons.

“I really like the freedom of move ment and expression, and I like the fine details and technique,” says the Falls Church teen, now 18. “You can find a connection with the music and show that to the audience.”

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Sperry is also an Eagle Scout; to earn that rank, he built a playhouse roof and designed a rainwater collection system at Columbia Baptist Church in Falls Church. He also volunteers his time teaching ice dancing and skating skills.

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Though the pandemic sidelined the 2021 competition season, Sperry main tained a rigorous practice schedule, de voting 20 to 25 hours a week to strength training, ballet and ice work. In Feb

ruary, he was one of 11 skaters out of more than 120 applicants nationwide named to U.S. Figure Skating’s 2021 Scholastic Honors Team. He hopes to compete in the Olympic Games in his late 20s or early 30s.

Sperry arranged his high school years largely around skating. He attend ed Stanford Online High School so he could snag ice time in the middle of the day, but he didn’t sacrifice academics. He took college-level math, philosophy and AP Physics, scoring a perfect 36 on the ACT. This fall, he’ll study engineer ing at the University of Michigan, with a minor in philosophy and the goal of eventually pursuing a career in robotics.

He could have delayed college for skating, but didn’t want to put his edu cation on hold. Plus, he says—there’s an ice-dancing academy with top-notch coaches about a half-hour away from U-M’s main campus. –Lisa Lednicer

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“I always tell everybody I want to be a space doctor because I want to go to space while also being a doc tor,” says the University of Virginiabound senior.

It’s not as crazy as it sounds. Rizk, 18, was able to marry those passions last summer when a team from Bishop O’Connell’s engineering club entered a NASA/Texas Instruments competi tion. The challenge: invent something to help improve the lives of Interna tional Space Station astronauts.

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When you foster as many interests as Mira Rizk, it’s tough to pin down a career path. Why not just pool them all together and shoot for the stars?

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Grateful that her parents, who are from Lebanon, worked so hard to

“We created a space pillow, which basically would provide the astro nauts with the feel of a pillow from home,” she explains, “while also trig gering fans that would take away ex cess CO2 from around their heads.” Her team placed in the top 25 in the 2020Whilecompetition.working on the ISS might be her dream job, the McLean teen developed a deep interest in medi cine closer to home when her diabet ic father underwent open-heart sur gery two years ago. “It was a really intense procedure, and the recovery was very long, but I was able to help him through it,” Rizk says. “I found out that caregiving was something that I genuinely love.”

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provide her with so many opportuni ties, the honors student (she finished her senior year with a 4.6 GPA) likes to give back whenever possible. Just Sweet Bakery, the nonprofit online bakery she started last summer with her cousin—featuring goodies ranging from muffins to madeleines—donated $2,000 to the Lebanon Red Cross and $800 to the Cystic Fibrosis Founda tion. She also belongs to the Keyettes service club, makes grocery and soup deliveries to people who are home bound or homeless, and founded the Outdoors Club at her school.

Rizk says her parents have some times urged her to pare down her ac tivities, concerned about overload. But she remains undaunted: “I just find myself never really wanting to stop.” Rapuano

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deck flooring and indoor-outdoor Sun brella fabrics that could withstand the elements. “The goal was to marry the two spaces with a cohesive design that carries from inside to outside,” she says.

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After Daley designed and built the porch, the couple called interior design er Susan Sutter to talk about furnish ings, lighting and finishing touches.

In late 2019, they invited contractor Aaron Daley back to convert the deck off the kitchen into a screened porch. “Our prior deck was very small and not real ly usable space,” Jessie says. “We decid ed to significantly enlarge the footprint, adding a roof structure and screens so that we could use it for three seasons.”

JESSIE AND MICHAEL Brairton loved the look of their 2018 kitchen and great room remodel so much that they want ed to take it outside. So they returned to the same experts who had made that initial upgrade of their Tara-Leeway Heights home a winner.

A burnished-steel Hibiscus pendant light by Hubbardton Forge sets an over all tone of fun and sophistication. “We wanted to amp up the style points with a unique look,” Sutter explains of the fixture over the dining table, “but with something that wouldn’t feel out of placeOutfittedoutside.”for entertaining, the porch features a crisp beadboard ceiling, tex tured cocktail tables, an indoor/outdoor rug from Dash & Albert, and a Summer Classics table, chairs and sectional sofa. The exposed brick of the home’s exteri or wall lends warmth, as does the after noon sun that shines in, thanks to the porch’s southwest orientation.

sie says. “When we first talked to Susan about our project, I told her I wanted light furnishings and she said, ‘Oh, I have the perfect fabric that will wipe clean of any finger or jelly stains.’ We now have a puppy, so the choice of easy-to-clean fabric was perfect!”

For continuity with the interiors, Sut ter went with a similar color scheme (blue and white with pops of coral), choosing materials such as composite

The easygoing outdoor space wel comed plenty of friends for wine and cheese this spring, while keeping the cicadas out. “The porch is elevated,” Jes sie says. “We’ve been watching the birds build nests in some of the flowering trees in our backyard.” ■

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Mather is a unique not-for-profit organization headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, that is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. Dedicated to creating Ways to Age Well,SM the organization maintains a constant focus on mission and strategic planning for the future, with an ongoing emphasis on impact, significance and sustainability.

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The Mather, projected to open in 2023, is a forward-thinking Life Plan Community for those 62+ where you can let go of worries and embrace opportunities. It’s smack dab in the middle of it all, bordering a three-acre urban park and within walking distance of Tysons rail service, retail and restaurants. The Mather’s apartment homes start from 800 square feet up to 3,300 square feet, featuring expansive views, luxury finishes and innovative smarthome technology. Entrance fees start at $639,800. The Mather will feature 38,000+ square feet of amenities, including multiple restaurants, fitness center, indoor pool, library, art studio, meeting spaces and more! Life Plan Communities are lifestyle communities in which people can pursue new passions and priorities, with a plan in place that supports aging well. Renderings and information shown here are subject to change without notice.

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Brambleton and its neighboring 55+ community, Birchwood at Brambleton, are conveniently located between the District and beautiful Loudoun County, VA. It’s a short drive east to D.C. to soak up the culture and history of the nation’s capital. If a rural escape is more your style, it’s an equally short drive west to enjoy the great outdoors and agricultural richness of all that Loudoun offers. There are countless ways to enjoy living in Brambleton!

A thriving, convenient Town Center puts you minutes to groceries, restaurants, doctors, movie theaters, health clubs and a state-of-the-art public library. Brambleton’s highly ranked neighborhood schools, pools, parks, recreation areas and 18+ miles of paved trails (plus a year-round, weekly Farmers’ marketplace!) are all conveniently located near our currently selling Downtown Brambleton, West Park and Birchwood neighborhoods, featuring award-winning builders Tri Pointe Homes and Van Metre Homes.Visit Brambleton.com or BirchwoodatBrambleton.com.

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Every great plan starts with an idea, and that’s how Brambleton began 20 years ago by Anthony Soave, the original Brambletonian. Mr. Soave envisioned a master planned community near D.C. where residents could find the perfect work/life balance and, quite simply, get more out of life.

Condiments with a kick from Behringer Pepper Company

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“We’re now focusing on expanding into smaller grocery stores in Arlington,” he says. “Arlington is where most of my social media following is.” oohthatsspicy.com

home plate ■ by David Hagedorn

Hot Commodities

In addition to the Union Kitchen stores, his products are also sold in several small D.C. food markets.

Behringer’s classic hot sauce is made with Fresno and habanero peppers, hibiscus, ginger, garlic and cardamom; his pineapple sauce, in addition to its namesake fruit, includes chipotle and habanero peppers and garlic. He says both (which retail for $8.99) are hotter than Tabasco and sriracha, although they haven’t undergone a formal Scoville test, which measures heat

“I’ve yet to find anyone doing a full fermentation hot sauce using only lactobacillus, the natural bacteria on fresh produce, with no vinegar or lactic acid added, to get that unique funky flavor profile,” he says.

You could say Matt Behringer’s newest venture got off on a sour note. In August 2020, the Dominion Hills resident turned his food fermentation hobby into a business, Behringer Pepper Company, which operates out of Union Kitchen and sells hot sauce and pickles from the food accelerator’s five retail stores in D.C. and Ballston. Behringer grew up in Arlington’s Barcroft neighborhood. He’s been drawn to the culinary arts ever since childhood. “My father was huge into cooking and was a restaurant appliance repairman, so I went with him on jobs and watched the chefs,” says the entrepreneur, who holds a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Lynchburg College (now the University of Lynchburg).Afterleaving a restaurant management job that wasn’t a good

level. His tangy garlic dill pickle chips ($6.49) are also popular.

fit, he discovered a YouTube series of tutorials on fermentation and began experimenting with foods like kimchi and sauerkraut. The pepper sauce he concocted is what proved revelatory.

Union Kitchen has turned out to be just the partner he needed. “I couldn’t just make the sauce in my kitchen and sell it—the health department had to inspect it,” Behringer says. “I looked for rentable kitchen space and found Union Kitchen, which brings in food entrepreneurs looking to get a product to the market and helps them with scaling, branding, licensing, marketing and distributing—things I would never have thought about.”

pile on proteins and vegetables to your liking, with add-ons such as yeater kik wot (split pea stew), difin misir wot (green lentil stew) and a mushroom tibs that swaps the usual meat for portabellas. Vegetable toppers in the assembly line include gomen (collard greens), fossolia (grilled green beans, carrots and celery mixed with garlic and caramelized onions) and keysir (beets and potatoes). Your best bet? The extra-large plate with three proteins and four vegetables for $13.99.

Beakal Melaku and his wife, Hanna Elias

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I’m struggling to decide what to order at Greens N Teff when owner Beakal Melaku asks if I like spicy food. Nodding the affirmative, I soon find myself tearing off pieces of injera (a flatbread made with the ancient grain teff) and scooping up shimbra asa, a boldly flavored wot (stew) packed with onions, garlic and berbere, a chili-based spice

blend and cornerstone of Ethiopian cooking. Though the menu at this Columbia Pike carryout is completely vegetarian, the chickpea flour dumplings cooked into the wot have a meaty texture. “It’s like a version of doro wot but without the chicken or [hard-boiled] egg,” Melaku explains, referring to his homeland’s bestknownGreensdish.NTeff follows a familiar fast-casual formula: You choose a base (basmati rice or injera bread), then

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After immigrating with his family to Alexandria from Addis Ababa in 1996, Melaku graduated from T.C. Williams High School in 1999, earned a bachelor’s degree from Longwood University and worked in IT. He left that field in 2012 to help his parents open a convenience store in D.C. and hoped to pursue his true dream— opening a restaurant—next door, but the deal fell through and his family’s store closed in 2017.

Melaku found his current location on the Pike on Craigslist and took over the lease from the former tenant, Pho Harmony & Grill, last October. Many of the family recipes at the carryout (there is no seating) are from his mother, Beletshachew Bekure, an excellent cook and, he says, his toughest critic. The berbere and mitmita spice blends are from his wife, Hanna Elias, who makes most of the wots at Greens N Teff.

Melaku’s next idea was to open a carryout selling grilled meats and vegetables. To gain commercial kitchen experience, he took a night shift food prep job at the Whole Foods Market in Clarendon, where he couldn’t help noticing a strong local demand for vegetarian food and switched his business plan to a plant-based concept. He says his young daughter’s eating habits (she was born in 2016) also inspired him—she refuses to eat anything with meat.

“We wanted to show our culture through our dishes, passed down from generation to generation, and that you don’t have to get protein from meat,” Melaku says. “We have many repeat customers already. It really is a blessing.” greensnteff.com

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Dish List

If wanderlust has you craving a taste of Southern Italy, Napoli Salumeria in Westpost has the goods—pizza, panini, graband-go pastas and sauces, and traditional dishes like arancino and salt-cod fritters. That’s not all. You can take the dishes home, too. Owner Antonio Ferraro sources his colorful plates, pitchers and platters from artisans in Vietri Sul Mare, an Amalfi Coast town known for its hand-painted ceramics. See something you like? The café stocks a selection of pasta plates, espresso cups and water pitchers for sale. Customers can also commission specific patterns and sizes, along with items such as ceramic tiles, tables, flowers vases and more, says Ferraro, a native of Vico Equense, a coastal town on the outskirts of Naples. Order online (free delivery for orders over $100) or by calling the restaurant at 571-431-7903. napolisalumeria.com

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KEY: Price designations are based on the approximate cost per person for a meal with one drink, tax and tip. under $20 $21-$35 $36-$70 Hours/Late Gluten-Free V Vegetarian

5046 Lee Highway, 703-531-1498, arlingtonkabob va.com. Authentic Afghan fare includes kabobs, wraps, shawarma and quabli palou (lamb shank with rice). L D $$

5555 Lee Highway, 703-532-0990, amodomio pizza.com. Formerly Joe’s Place Pizza and Pasta, the restaurant has rebranded with a new chef, a new menu (centering on wood-fired pies) and an in terior makeover. L D $$

3100 Clarendon Blvd., 703-600-0500, barbao.com.

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1600 Wilson Blvd., 703-372-9486, barleymacva.com.

Baba«

1025 N. Fillmore St., 571-970-6460, bakeshopva. com. Hit this tiny storefront for coffee, cupcakes, cookies, macarons, icebox pies and other treats. Vegan sweets are always available. B V $

Bar Bao

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You’ll find upscale tavern fare and more than 100 kinds of whiskey and bourbon. R L D A G V $$

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Arlington Kabob

2901 Wilson Blvd., 703-875-9663, ambarrestau rant.com. Feast on Balkan fare such as stuffed cabbage, mushroom pilav and rotisserie meats. An outdoor terrace with dining pods is available.

900 N. Glebe Road, 703-852-1260, ballstonlocal. com. Pair your local brew with a plate of poutine, a New York-style pizza and other bar snacks at this buzzy neighborhood newcomer. L D V $$

Bangkok 54

The trendy watering hole serves dishes reminiscent of Chinese and Taiwanese street food, plus sake, soju and Asian fusion cocktails. L D V $$

Ambar Clarendon«

1101 S. Joyce Street, 703-248-9333, basicburger. com. The homegrown eatery (and food truck) cooks with locally sourced, certified Angus beef and cagefree, antibiotic-free chicken. L D $$

Aladdin Sweets & Tandoor

1201 S. Joyce St., 571-483-0891, amorecongelato. com. Thereasa Black’s artisanal gelati are made with organic date syrup (in lieu of cane sugar) and oat milk, in flavors such as s’mores, banana pudding and salted-caramel pretzel crunch. G V $

5169 Lee Highway, 703-533-0077. Chef Shiuli Rashid and her husband, Harun, prepare fami ly recipes of curries and kabobs from their native Bangladesh. L D $$

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3908226, bartaco.com. A lively spot for tacos (13 kinds) and tequila. Feels like vacation. L D V A $$

Bakeshop

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Amore Congelato

Bartaco

Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery« 1515 N. Courthouse Road, 703-243-2410, bayou bakeryva.com. Chef David Guas’ New Orleans-in

bartaco

Ballston Local

Arlington Rooftop Bar & Grill 2424 Wilson Blvd., 703-528-3030, arlrooftop.com. There’s plenty of bar food to go with the games, from burgers and wings to oysters and flatbread.

Barley Mac«

« Best of Arlington 2019, 2020 or 2021 Winner

2901 Wilson Blvd., 703-312-7978, baba.bar. This subterranean café, which transforms into a cock tail lounge at night, is a sister to Ambar next door.

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2919 Columbia Pike, 703-521-4070, bangkok54rest aurant.com. A favorite for Thai curries, grilled meats, stir-fry, noodles and soups. L D V $$

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1851 N. Moore St., 703-312-1133, bethesdabagels. com. The popular D.C.-area chain is now in Rosslyn. Eat a sandwich! b L V $

Bethesda Bagels

4401 Wilson Blvd., 4251 Campbell Ave., Arling ton, 703-933-2867, eatbigbuns.com. Satisfy your cravings with “designer” burgers, shakes, beer and booze. L D $$

4100 Fairfax Drive, 703-528-1110, bronsonbier hall.com. You’ll find communal tables, 16 German and regional beers on tap, sausages, schnitzel and cornhole in this 6,000-square-foot bar ode to Mu nich. b L D A $$

553 23rd St. S., 703-553-7723, crystalbonsai sushirestaurant.com. Pick up sushi, sashimi, yakiso ba, tempura, teriyaki. Closed Mondays. L D $$

4536 Lee Highway, 703-567-6615, cafecollineva. com. Helmed by executive chef Brendan L’Etoile,

Cava

spired menu changes often, but you can always count on beignets and gumbo. Breakfast all day on Sundays. b  B R L D G V $

Bread & Water Company

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3121071, bollywoodbistroexpress.com. Build your own bowl with fillers such as chicken tikka, lamb kabob, tofu, paneer cheese, chana masala, pickled on ions, greens and a variety of sauces. L D V $$

1201 S. Joyce St., 703-567-6698, breadand watercompany.com. The cafe-bakery serves sand wiches, salads, soups and pastries. Grab a loaf of Markos Panas’ addictive, rustic “M” bread to take home. B L V $ Bronson Bierhall

Carlyle

Big Buns Damn Good Burger Co.

4000 Campbell Ave., 703-931-0777, greatamerican restaurants.com/carlyle. The original anchor of Shir lington Village is a reliable pick for fusion fare, happy hour and Sunday brunch. b  R L D G V $$$

3129 Lee Highway, 703-812-4705, bgrtheburger joint.com. Top your dry-aged beef with options like grilled jalapeño, pineapple or fried egg. Veggie and turkey burgers are options.  L D V $

Cava Mezze 2940 Clarendon Blvd., 703-276-9090, cavamezze. com. Greek small plates include octopus, roasted eggplant, zucchini fritters, souvlaki, briny cheeses and succulent lamb. R L D G V $$$

The Celtic House Irish Pub & Restaurant 2500 Columbia Pike, 703-746-9644, celtichouse. net. The pub on the Pike serves favorites like corned beef and traditional Irish breakfast.  R L D A $$

Bollywood Bistro Express

Busboys and Poets

4251 S. Campbell Ave., 703-379-9757, busboys andpoets.com. Known for its poetry slams, onsite bookstore and social justice programming, the cafe offers an eclectic menu with oodles of op tions for vegetarians. b  B R L D G V $$

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BGR the Burger Joint

2310 Columbia Pike, 703-920-6103; 539 23rd St. S., 703-920-2700; 5150 Lee Highway, 703-5940280; bobandedithsdiner.com. Founded in 1969, the 24-hour eatery whips up pancakes, eggs, grits, meat loaf, shakes and pie à la mode. B L D A V $

The Café by La Cocina VA 918 S. Lincoln St., 703-596-1557, lacocinava.org/ café-main. This lunch spot operated by La Cocina VA, a nonprofit that trains immigrants for culinary careers, serves soups, salads, sandwiches, Dog Tag Bakery pastries and Swing’s coffee. L V $ Café Colline

the cozy French bistro in the Lee Heights Shops satisfies with dishes such as paté maison, duck confit and chocolate pots de creme. b L D $$ Café Sazón 4704 Columbia Pike, 703-566-1686, cafesazon. com. A homey Bolivian café specializing in dishes such as silpancho and empanadas. B L D V $$ Caribbean Grill 5183 Lee Highway, 703-241-8947. Cuban prepara tions such as jerk-style pork, fried plantains and black bean soup are mainstays.  L D G V $

Bonsai Sushi at Crystal City

1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-652-7880; 4121 Wilson Blvd., 703-310-6791; cava.com. Build your own sal ad, wrap or bowl, choosing from an array of Greek dips, spreads, proteins and toppings. L D G V $$

Bob & Edith’s Diner

Copperwood Tavern

El Charrito Caminante

Fyve

Galaxy Hut

Don Tito

2447 N. Harrison St., 703-300-9467, elevationburger. com. Organic, grass-fed beef is ground on the prem ises, fries are cooked in olive oil and the shakes are made with fresh-scooped ice cream. b L D V $

3800 Lee Highway, 703-566-9236, gaijinramen shop.com. Choose your broth and toppings, from pork shoulder to pickled vegetables. Gaijin makes its own noodles in-house daily. D V $$

2110 Crystal Drive, 703-415-4663, goodstuff eatery.com. Spike Mendelsohn’s Crystal City out post offers gourmet burgers (beef, turkey or mush room), shakes, fries and salads. L D G V $

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El Paso Café

El Pike (Pike Pizza)

4021 Campbell Ave., 703-522-8010, copperwood tavern.com. The hunting-and-fishing-themed saloon serves up steaks and chops, 24 draft beers and 30 small-batch whiskeys. b R L D $$$

Fettoosh

Four Sisters Grill

Crystal Thai

Detour Coffee

1330 S. Fern St., 571-319-4001, epicsmoke house.com. Wood-smoked meats and seafood served in a modern setting. b L D G $$$

Good Company Doughnuts & Café 672 N. Glebe Road, 703-243-3000, gocodough.com. The family- and veteran-owned eatery serves housemade doughnuts, Intelligentsia coffee and other breakfast and lunch fare. B L V $$

2200 N. Westmoreland St., 703-538-2565, chasintailscrawfish.com. It’s the place to go for a spicy, messy, finger-lickin’ Cajun crawfish boil. Lunch on weekends only. L D $$

Epic Smokehouse

Crafthouse

District Taco« 5723 Lee Highway, 703-237-1204; 1500 Wilson Blvd., 571-290-6854; districttaco.com. A local favorite for tacos and gargantuan burritos.  B L D G V $

First Down Sports Bar & Grill

2011 Crystal Drive, thefreshmanva.com. Nick Freshman’s casual dining concept has something for every appetite and every time of day, from cof fee and breakfast sandwiches to oysters and ne gronis. b B L D V $$

Fire Works 2350 Clarendon Blvd., 703-527-8700, fireworks pizza.com. Wood-fired pizzas and more than 30 craft beers on tap are mainstays. You can also build your own pasta dish. b  L D A G V $$

Colony Grill

Federico Ristorante Italiano 519 23rd St., 703-486-0519, federicoristorante italiano.com. Find pasta, chianti and red-checkered tablecloths at this Crystal City trattoria co-owned by Freddie’s Beach Bar owner Freddie Lutz. L D V $$

1503 Columbia Pike, 703-920-3559, damapas try.com. The Ethiopian family-owned business in cludes a breakfast café, market and dining room.

3035 Clarendon Blvd., 703-243-9020, foursisters grill.com. Here, the family behind Four Sisters in Merrifield serves up banh mi sandwiches, papaya salad, spring rolls and noodle dishes. b L D $$

4235 N. Pershing Drive, 703-243-9811, elpaso cafeva.com. Big portions, big margaritas and bighearted service make this Tex-Mex cantina a local favorite.  L D G V $$

Goody’s 3125 Wilson Blvd., 703-351-7827, goodyspizzain arlington.com. A late-night go-to for New York-style pizza, subs, ice cream and breakfast sandwiches.  B L D A V $

1250 S. Hayes St. (inside The Ritz-Carlton Penta gon City), 703-412-2762, ritzcarlton.com/pentag oncity. The hotel restaurant serves globally influ enced dishes. For a treat, go for afternoon tea.  B R L D G V $$$$

Good Stuff Eatery

3165 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-3113, dontitova.com. Located in a historic building, the sports bar spe cializes in tacos, tequila and beer, with a rooftop bar. b R L D $$

4030 Lee Highway, 703-525-7899, essyscarriage house.com. Kick it old school with crab imperial, lamb chops and prime rib. B L D G $$$

The Freshman

Darna

Copa Kitchen & Bar

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4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-4830324, copakitchenbar.com. Watch sports and munch on Spanish comfort foods like chorizo-man chego flatbread. B R L D A $$

Chasin’ Tails

Overstuffed pita sandwiches and kabobs keep the kitchen fired up at this bargain-priced Lebanese and Moroccan restaurant.  R L D G V $

4111 Columbia Pike, 703-521-3010, restaurant pike.com. Bolivian dishes satisfy at this no-frills eatery. Try the salteñas stuffed with chicken or beef, olives and hard-boiled egg. L D $

East West Coffee Wine

1901 N. Moore St., 3101 Wilson Blvd., 571-8009954, eastwestcoffeewine.com. The cafe with lo cations in Rosslyn and Clarendon serves espres so drinks, brunch (try the massive Turkish breakfast spread), sandwiches, tapas, beer and wine. B L D $

5100 Wilson Blvd., 703-527-7710, fettoosh.com.

Gharer Khabar

2800 Clarendon Blvd., 703-682-8300, colonygrill. com. The Stamford, Connecticut-based pizza chain specializes in ultra-thin-crust “bar pies” with a spicy, pepper-infused hot oil topping. L D G V $$

4792 Lee Highway, 703-243-8010, thecowboycafe. com. Cool your heels and fill up on sandwiches, burg ers, brisket and chili mac. A new outdoor beer garden features a mural by Arlington artist MasPaz. Live mu sic on weekends. b  R L D V $$

Earl’s Sandwiches 2605 Wilson Boulevard, 703-647-9191, earlsinarling ton.com. Made-to-order sandwiches use prime ingredi ents, like fresh roasted turkey. b B L D G V $

4024 Campbell Ave., 703-933-8787; cheesetique. com. The cheese shop and wine bar offers small plates, cheese boards and more. b B L D V $$

Cowboy Café

4819 First St. N., 703-522-1311, crystalthai.com. A neighborhood go-to for traditional Thai curries, grilled meats and house specialties like roast duck.

Delhi Dhaba Indian Restaurant

Dama Pastry Restaurant & Cafe

Grand Cru Wine Bar and Bistro 4301 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-7900, grandcru-wine. com. This intimate European-style café includes a wine shop next door. b R L D G $$$

Essy’s Carriage House Restaurant

5157 Lee Highway, 703-973-2432, gharerkhaba rtogo.com. Translated as “home’s food,” this art-filled, 14-seat café serves Bangladeshi fare cooked by native chef Nasima Shreen. Try the goat biryani. L D $$

946 N. Jackson St., 703-988-2373, darnava.com. Grilled kabobs, mezze and traditional Lebanese comfort foods are served in a modern setting. The upstairs is a hookah bar. L D V $$

El Pollo Rico«

Cheesetique

Crystal City Sports Pub

2711 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-8646, galaxyhut.com. Pair craft beers with vegan bar foods like “fricken” (fake chicken) sandwich melts and smothered tots with cashew cheese curds. L D A G V $$

901 N. Glebe Road, 703-962-6982, crafthouse usa.com. Locally sourced bar food, plus Virginia beer, wine and spirits equals a good time. b L D A $$

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4213 Fairfax Drive, 703-465-8888, firstdownsports bar.com. Choose among 20 draft beers and snacks ranging from sliders to queso dip. L D A V $$

3010 Clarendon Blvd., 703-522-3010, circabistros. com. Bistro fare ranges from salads and small plates to steak frites and wild mushroom pizza. Sit outside if you can. b R L D A G V $$$

Circa at Clarendon

529 23rd St. S., 703-521-8215, ccsportspub. com. Open 365 days a year, it’s a sure bet for big-screen TVs, pool tables and pub grub.  B R L D A G V $$

932 N. Kenmore St., 703-522-3220, elpollorico restaurant.com. A local institution, this rotisserie chicken mecca gained even more street cred after a visit from the late Anthony Bourdain. L D V $

Green Pig Bistro« 1025 N. Fillmore St., 703-888-1920, greenpig bistro.com. Southern influenced food, craft cocktails, a daily happy hour and weekend brunch draw fans

2710-A N. Washington Blvd., 703-351-1177. This bare-bones Salvadoran takeout counter hits the spot with tacos, burritos and pupusas. L D V $

Dudley’s Sport & Ale 2766 S. Arlington Mill Drive, 571-312-2304, dudleyssportandale.com. The 13,000-square-foot sports bar has wall-to-wall TVs, a roof deck, a ball park-inspired beer list and pub food, plus weekend brunch. b  R L D A $$

2424 Wilson Blvd., 703-524-0008, delhidhaba.com. The best bargain is the “mix and match” platter, which includes tandoori, seafood, a curry dish and a choice of rice or naan. b L D G V $$

Elevation Burger

Endo Sushi

Gaijin Ramen Shop

3000 Washington Blvd., 703-243-7799, endosushi. com. A go-to spot for sashimi, teriyaki, donburi and maki. L D V $$

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946 N. Jackson St., 703-988-2378, detourcoffee co.com. The comfy cafe has a college vibe and serves up locally roasted coffee, light bites and weekend brunch. b R L D V $

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2010-A Crystal Drive, 703-413-2337, highlinerxr. com. A Crystal City bar offering draft beers, draft wines, a whiskey menu and a retractable wall that opens up in nice weather. b L D A $$

3123 Lee Highway, 703-528-6266; 5837 Washing ton Blvd., 571-341-1080; italianstore.com. A cultstatus destination for pizzas, sandwiches, prepared entrées, espresso and gelato. b L D G V $

Guajillo

Kabob Palace 2315 S. Eads St., 703-486-3535, kabobpalaceusa.

1401 Wilson Blvd., 703-527-8400, kanpai-sushi.com. The STTR (spicy tuna tempura roll) is a must at this Rosslyn sushi spot. b L D G V $$

Istanbul Grill

Me Jana

1723 Wilson Blvd., 703-522-0284, melebistro.com. Like to know where your food comes from? This farm-to-table Mediterranean restaurant cooks with fresh, organic, free-range, regionally-sourced, nonGMO ingredients. b R L D G V $$

Maizal

5876 Washington Blvd., 703-237-1552; 2920 Co lumbia Pike, 703-553-7770; lostdogcafe.com. Known for its pizzas, subs and craft beer selection, this deli/café and its multiple franchises support pet adoption through the Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation. L D G V $$

com. A Crystal City favorite for grilled meats, pillowy naan and savory sides. L D A G V $$

Classic diner fare includes triple-decker sandwich es, mile-high desserts, burgers, roasted chicken and breakfast.  B R L D V $

La Côte D’Or Café

Lost Dog Café

Meridian Pint

The Liberty Tavern« 3195 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-9360, thelibertytavern. com. This Clarendon anchor offers a spirited bar and creative cuisine fueled by two wood-burning ov ens. b  R L D A G V $$$

1119 N. Hudson St., 571-527-0445, gyu-kaku.com.

Hanabi Ramen

The Italian Store«

3434 Washington Blvd., 703-243-2381, mala-tang. com. Chef Liu Chaosheng brings the tastes and tra ditions of his hometown, Chengdu, to this eatery specializing in Sichuan hot pot. b L D G V $$

567 23rd St. S., 703-302-3760, mcnamaraspub. com. Order a Guinness and some corned beef or fish and chips at this watering hole on Crystal City’s restaurant row. b R L D A $$

Metro 29 Diner

6876 Lee Highway, 703-538-3033, lacotedorarling ton.com. This little French bistro serves standards like crepes and steak frites. b R L D G V $$$

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

5649 Lee Highway, 703-533-7800, bistromaya.com. The family-owned restaurant serves Turkish and Mediterranean comfort food. L D V $$

Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe

Livin’ the Pie Life

Ireland’s Four Courts

3322 Wilson Blvd., mariopizzahouse.com. Open into the wee hours, it’s been cooking up subs, wings and pizza since 1957. b  B L D A $

Greens N Teff

Layalina

2250-A Crystal Drive, 703-413-8181, jaleo.com. Spanish croquettes and housemade chorizo carry forth chef José Andrés’ enduring reputation as the maestro of tapas. b L D G V $$$

to this congenial neighborhood hideaway. Chef Tracy O’Grady helms the kitchen. R L D G V $$$

1101 S. Joyce St., Unit B27 (Westpost), luckydanger. co. Chefs Tim Ma and Andrew Chiou put a fresh spin on Chinese-American takeout with dishes such as duck fried rice, lo mein and egg omelet with pickled radish. L D V $$

1800 N. Lynn St., 571-800-1881, thehappy eatery.com. Vietnamese comfort foods (think banh mi, noodle soups and rice bowls) are the stock-intrade at this Rosslyn food hall. L D $$

Jaleo

2300 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-4440, mejanarestau rant.com. Named for an old Lebanese folk ballad, this Middle Eastern eatery offers prime peoplewatching in Clarendon. b  L D G V $$

Marinated meats, veggies and seafood are cooked on tabletop grills. D $$

2051 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-3600, irelandsfour courts.com. Irish fare includes cider-braised short ribs, a Guinness-marinated burger and imported cheeses from general manager Dave Cahill’s family farm in County Limerick.  R L D A V $$

Happy Eatery Vietnamese Kitchen

5216 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-1170, layalinarest aurant.com. Lebanese and Syrian dishes aim to please at this family-owned restaurant. Closed Mondays. b L D A V $$

The Local Oyster« 4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 844-7482537, thelocaloyster.com. Seafood lovers can feast on raw bar, steamers, crabcakes, lobster rolls and “sammies” at this outpost of the Baltimore original. Currently operating weekends only. L D G $$

2900 Clarendon Blvd., 703-465-0970, lepainquo tidien.com. The Belgian chain produces Europeanstyle cafe fare. B L D G V $$

McNamara’s Pub & Restaurant

4711 Lee Highway, 703-528-2464, metro29.com.

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2530 Columbia Pike, 703-685-1560, labargrill.com. Regulars flock to this dive bar on the Pike (L.A. stands for Lower Arlington) for cold brews and pub fare. D A $$

Kanpai Restaurant

L.A. Bar & Grill

Lucky Danger

Mala Tang

Lyon Hall« 3100 N. Washington Blvd., 703-741-7636, lyonhall arlington.com. The European-style brasserie turns out French, German and Alsatian-inspired plates, from charcuterie and sausages to mussels and pickled vegetables. b  R L D A V $$$

Maya Bistro

Highline RxR

Lebanese Taverna 5900 Washington Blvd., 703-241-8681; 1101 S. Joyce St., Pentagon Row, 703-415-8681; lebanese taverna.com. A local favorite for mezze, kabobs, flatbreads and more. b  L D G V $$

2166 N. Glebe Road, 571-431-7727, livinthepielife. com. The wildly popular pie operation started as an Arlington farmers market stand. B L V $$

Guapo’s Restaurant

2150 N. Culpeper St., 703-527-8394, heidelberg bakery.com. Fill up on baked goods as well as Old Country specialties such as bratwurst and German potato salad. Closed Mondays. B L $

Mario’s Pizza House

3024 Wilson Blvd., 703-351-1275, hanabiramen usa.com. Slurp multiple variations of the popular noodle dish, plus rice bowls and dumplings. L D $$

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 571-3966500, maizalstreetfood.com. South American street food—arepas, empanadas, yuca fries, Peru vian fried rice, street corn and churros. L D V $

Mele Bistro

6035 Wilson Blvd., 703-300-9655, meridianpint. com. The brewpub that John Andrade transplanted from D.C. to Dominion Hills is now under new own ership, but it still serves craft brews, burgers, sal ads and bar food.  R D A G V $$

1727 Wilson Blvd., 703-807-0840, guajillo mexican.com. Authentic Mexican dishes such as carne asada, mole poblano and churros are favor ites. b  L D G V $$

Mattie and Eddie’s 1301 S. Joyce St., 571-312-2665, mattieand eddies.com. It’s not just an Irish bar. Chef Cathal Armstrong’s Westpost establishment serves farmto-table dishes like lobster pot pie, house-cured corned beef, black pudding and sardines on toast, and Irish breakfast all day. b R L D $$$

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), hotlolas chicken.com. It’s all about Kevin Tien’s Nashvillemeets-Sichuan hot chicken sandwiches. L D $

3203 Columbia Pike, 571-510-4063, greensnteff. com. This vegetarian, fast-casual Ethiopian carry out prompts customers to choose a base (injera bread or rice) then pile on spicy, plant-based stews and other toppings. b L D G V $

Le Pain Quotidien

Hot Lola’s«

4617 Wilson Blvd., 571-970-5828, istanbulgrillkebabshop.business.site. Satisfy your craving for Turkish meze and kabobs at this homey spot in Bluemont. L D V $$

4028 Campbell Ave., 703-671-1701, guaposrest aurant.com. Expect hearty portions of all the TexMex standbys—quesadillas, enchiladas, fajitas, ta cos and burritos. b  R L D G V $$

2912 N. Sycamore St., 703-237-6868. This fami ly-owned restaurant serves standbys such as moo shu pork and beef with broccoli. L D $$

Old Dominion Pizza

The Pinemoor

Pupuseria Doña Azucena

1301 S. Joyce St. (Westpost), 571-431-7903, napoli salumeria.com. Chef Antonio Ferraro’s market/café offers pizza, pasta, panini, dolci and grab-and-go pro visions. b L D V $$

2900 S. Quincy St. (Village at Shirlington), 703820-1128, osteriadaninova.com. For those days when you’re craving a hearty portion of spaghetti and clams, or gnocci with pesto. b D G V $$$

The Renegade

Peter Chang Arlington 2503-E N. Harrison St., 703-538-6688, peterchang arlington.com. The former Chinese Embassy chef brings his fiery and flavorful Sichuan cooking to the Lee Harrison Shopping Center.  L D $$

1800 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-5940, saigonnoodles grill.com. The Rosslyn eatery owned by Arlington resident Tuan Nguyen serves pho, banh mi and oth er traditional Vietnamese dishes. L D G V $$

Ruthie’s All-Day« 3411 Fifth St. S., 703-888-2841, ruthiesallday.com. Chef Matt Hill’s Southern-inspired “meat and three” serves up wood-smoked meats, chicken and fish with creative sides ranging from kimchi dirty rice to crispy Brussels sprouts with fish sauce vinaigrette. Breakfast (with house-made biscuits) offered daily.

4763 Lee Highway, 703-528-2242, ruffinosarling ton.com. It’s under new ownership (Mina Tawdaros bought it in October, fulfilling a lifelong dream), but the menu still includes classics classics such as veal Parmigiana and chicken piccata.  L D V $$ Rustico

Queen Mother’s Fried Chicken

Rebellion on the Pike

3207 Washington Blvd., 703-812-0939, osullivans irishpub.com. You’ll find owner and County Ker ry native Karen O’Sullivan behind the bar, pouring pints and cracking jokes. L D A $$

Mussel Bar & Grille

2900 Columbia Pike, 703-888-2044, rebellionon thepike.com. This irreverent tavern sports a deep list of craft beers and whiskeys, and serves burgers (in cluding one zinger called the “Ramsay Bolton”), six kinds of wings and other pub grub. b R B D A $$

Moby Dick House of Kabob 3000 Washington Blvd., 703-465-1600; 4037 Campbell Ave., 571-257-8214; mobyskabob.com. Satisfy that hankering for Persian skewers and fla vorful sides. L D $$

1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-248-0760, openroadgrill. com. This second location of the American saloon (the first is in Merrifield) is a solid pick for burgers and beers, or a proper entrée (blackened salmon, grilled half chicken, steak frites) and a craft cock tail. b L D $$

1201 S. Joyce St., 703-567-4322, namasteeverest. com. Try modern Indian and Nepalese dishes, from lamb or goat curry to momos (Nepalese dumplings), with a mango, mint or banana lassie. L D G V $$

Nam-Viet

Mexicali Blues

Peking Pavilion

1101 N. Highland St., 571-970-2592, thepinemoor.com. Reese Gardner’s country-west ern saloon turns out steaks, burgers, local sea food and weekend brunch. b R L D G V $$

1200 Fort Myer Drive, 703-528-2722, quarterdeck arlington.com. This beloved shack has served up steamed crabs for 40 years. b  L D V $$

Open Road

Saigon Noodles & Grill

Osteria da Nino

Pamplona

■ places to eat

4514 Lee Highway, 703-718-6372, olddominion pizza.com. Order thin crust or “grandma style” pies named after local high school mascots. L D G $

800 N. Glebe Road, 703-841-2337, musselbar.com. Chef Robert Wiedmaier’s Ballston eatery is known for mussels, frites, wood-fired pizza and more than 100 Belgian and craft beers. b L D $$

Pupatella«

Northside Social Coffee & Wine« 3211 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-0145, northsidesocial arlington.com. The homey, two-story coffee and wine bar (with a big patio) is always busy...which tells you something. b B L D V $$

Ravi Kabob House

1776 Wilson Blvd., 703-640-3566, quinnsonthe corner.com. Irish and Belgian favorites such as mus sels, steak frites, and bangers and mash, plus draft beers and a big whiskey selection. B R L D A $$

Pie-tanza

Salt 1201 Wilson Blvd., 703-875-0491, saltrosslyn. com. The speakeasy-style cocktail bar, which shares a kitchen with Open Road, serves tasty nibbles (cheese plates, oysters, carpaccio) with classic Saz eracs and Old Fashioneds, as well as nouveau craft cocktails. D $$

1721 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-7355, pho75.rest aurantwebexpert.com. The piping-hot soup at this local institution is all about fresh ingredi ents. b L D V $

The gallery-café specializes in international small plates. b R L D V $$

Peruvian Brothers at The Stand 1601 Crystal Drive, 703-413-8048, peruvianbroth ers.com. Can’t catch up with their food truck? Stop by this Crystal City kiosk for empanadas, alfajores and Inca kola. B L $

O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub

5104 Wilson Blvd.; 1621 S. Walter Reed Drive, 571-312-7230, pupatella.com. Enzo and Anastasi ya Algarme’s authentic Neapolitan pies are consid ered among D.C.’s best. b L D V $$

Namaste Everest

Pho 75«

1836 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-0145, rhodeside grill.com. Feast on chops, meatloaf, burgers and po’boys accompanied by every kind of hot sauce imaginable. b  R L D A V $$

1000 N. Randolph St., 571-312-4086, rusuz.com. The family-run bistro serves hearty Russian and Uzbek dishes such as borscht, beef stroganoff and plov—a rice pilaf with lamb. L D $$

3100 Clarendon Blvd., 703-468-4652, renegadeva. com. Is it a coffee shop, restaurant, bar or live mu sic club? All of the above. And Patrick Crump’s ad venturous menu includes everything from cinnamon lambchop lollipops to lo mein. B L D A $$

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Samuel Beckett’s Irish Gastro Pub 2800 S. Randolph St., 703-379-0122, samuel becketts.com. A modern Irish pub serving Emerald Isle recipes. b  R L D A G V $$

2503-B N. Harrison St., 703-237-0200, pie-tanza. com. Enjoy pizza (including gluten-free options), cal zones, lasagna, subs and salads.  L D G V $$

Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Co. 3471 Washington Blvd., 703-528-9663, rocklands. com. Owner John Snedden has been slow-cooking barbecue since 1990. b  L D G V $

3000 N. Washington Blvd., 571-257-5054, obylee. com. Crepes and quiche are the bill of fare at this European-style café, bakery, wine shop and coffee roastery. b B L D G $$

4075 Wilson Blvd., 571-384-1820, rusticorestau rant.com. You’ll find more than 400 beers to com plement dishes from pizza to grilled trout and pas trami pork ribs. b  R L D G V $$

350 N. Glebe Road, 703-522-6666; 250 N. Glebe Road, 703-816-0222. Curries, kabobs and delec tably spiced veggies keep this strip-mall café plen ty busy.  L D V $$

1101 S. Joyce St., 703-567-7295, origincoffeeco. com. Housed in a modern warehouse-like space (a former Starbucks), this Westpost coffee shop roasts its own beans and serves all-day breakfast, as well as bar munchies and dinner plates.

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen

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71 N. Glebe Road, 703-248-0332, pupuseriadona azucena.com. Beans, rice and massive pupusas at dirt-cheap prices.  L D V $

Quarterdeck

Rien Tong Asian Bistro 3131 Wilson Blvd., 703-243-8388, rientong.com. The large menu includes Thai and Chinese stan dards, plus sushi. L D V $$

1127 N. Hudson St., 703-522-7110, namvietva.com. The venerable restaurant specializes in flavors of Vietnam’s Can Tho region. b L D V $$

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), ricecrook.com. Korean-inspired rice bowls, salads and wraps made with locally sourced meats and produce. L D $$

2933 Wilson Blvd., 703-812-9352, mexicali-blues. com. The colorful landmark dishes out Salvadoran and Mexican chow. b  R L D G V $$

RusUz

Oby Lee

1345 N. Courthouse Road, 703-243-4003, ragtime restaurant.com. Savor a taste of the Big Easy in of ferings such as jambalaya, catfish, spiced shrimp and oysters. Or feast on the waffle and omelet bar every Sunday. b R L D A V $$

3100 Clarendon Blvd., 703-685-9950, pamplona va.com. Spanish tapas, paella, grilled fish, pintxos, cocktails, snacks and sangria. b R D A V $$

Rice Crook

b B R L D V $$

Quinn’s on the Corner

Ruffino’s Spaghetti House

Palette 22 4053 Campbell Ave., 703-746-9007, palette22.com.

918 S. Lincoln St., 703-596-1557, rocksolidfood. com. Chef Rock Harper has transplanted his fried chicken sandwich operation from D.C. to Arlington, where he now shares a kitchen and dining space with The Café at La Cocina VA. L D $

Ragtime

Rhodeside Grill

Napoli Salumeria

1900 Clarendon Blvd., 571-312-8027, sushirockva. com. Play a little air guitar while sampling sushi rolls and beverages named after your favorite bands, from Zeppelin to Ozzy to Oasis. D A G V $$

PHOTOCOURTESY

3011 11th St. N., 703-741-0266; 1550 Wilson Blvd., 703-465-8423; 4150 Wilson Blvd., 703-4658423; 2121 N. Westmoreland St., 703-534-1542; southblockjuice.com. Cold-pressed juices, smooth ies and acai bowls. b B L V $

Sloppy Mama’s Barbeque

Smoking Kow BBQ

5731 Lee Highway, 4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), sloppymamas.com. Joe and Mandy Neu man’s barbecue joint offers wood-smoked meats galore— brisket, pork, chicken, ribs, turkey, sau sage. Plus hearty sides and banana pudding for dessert. b B R L D $$

2301 Columbia Pike, 571-666-1801, supreme hotpot.kwickmenu.com. This Pike eatery special izes in Szechuan hot pot, as well as skewered meats and a few Cajun seafood dishes. A sauce bar allows diners to choose and create their own dipping sauces. D G $$

Screwtop Wine Bar and Cheese Shop

1135 N. Highland St., 703-527-5666, spicekraft va.com. Occupying the former Delhi Club space, this contemporary concept by restaurateurs Antho ny Sankar and Premnath Durairaj gives Indian clas sics a modern spin. b L D $$

2200 Wilson Blvd., 703-525-5100; 800 N. Glebe Road, 703-522-5000; 650 N. Quincy St., 703527-0807; sweetleafcafe.com. Build your own

Supreme Hot Pot

Sfoglina Pasta House

Sawatdee Thai Restaurant

2910 N. Sycamore St., smokingkowbbq.com. At this Kansas City-style ’cue joint, meats seasoned with a rub of 15 spices are smoked over cherry and hickory wood for 18-20 hours. L D $$

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Silver Diner«

Sushi-Zen Japanese Restaurant

b L D $$

SER

Sense of Place Café & Roastery

South Block«

Detour Coffee Co.

Spice Kraft Indian Bistro

4807 First St. N., 571-319-0414, senseofplacecafe. com. The “laptop free” café serves Enzymo coffee drinks, matcha tea, sweets and sandwiches. B L $

Sweetgreen«

1100 Wilson Blvd., sfoglinapasta.com/rosslyn. Fa bio Trabocchi’s Rosslyn outpost is a destination for housemade pasta (you can watch it being made), a “mozzarella bar” and Italian cocktails. Closed Mon day-Wednesday. b L D V $$$

2250 Clarendon Blvd., 703-243-8181, sawatdeeva. com. The friendly eatery (its name means “hello”) is frequented by those craving pad thai or pad prik king. L D V $$

2800 S. Randolph St., 703-962-7884, stellina pizzeria.com. Visit this bright Shirlington eatery for Neapolitan pies, fried artichokes, squid ink pasta and a deli counter that offers house-made pastas, sauces, antipasti and dolci to take home.

Sweet Leaf

4075 Wilson Blvd., 703-522-2016; 3100 Clarendon Blvd., 571-290-3956; 575 12th Road S., 703-8881025; 2200 Crystal Drive, 703-685-9089; sweet green.com. Locally grown ingredients and com postable cutlery make this salad and yogurt chain a hub for the green-minded. b  L D G V $

3200 Wilson Blvd., 703-812-8600, silverdiner. com. The kitchen cooks with organic ingredients, many of which are sourced from local suppliers. Low-calorie and gluten-free menu choices avail able. b  B R L D A G V $$

Smokecraft Modern Barbecue« 1015 N. Highland St., 571-312-8791, smokecraft bbq.com. Every menu item here is kissed by smoke, from ribs, crabcakes and spaghetti squash to the chocolate cherry bread pudding on the des sert list. b L D G V $$

1025 N. Fillmore St., 703-888-0845, screwtop winebar.com. The congenial wine bar/shop offers tastings, wine classes, and small plates for shar ing and pairing. b  R L D G V $$

Spider Kelly’s 3181 Wilson Blvd., 703-312-8888, spiderkellys.com. The “come as you are” bar offers a sizable beer list, creative cocktails, salads, burgers, snacks and breakfast at all hours.  D A G V $$

 L D V $$

Sushi Rock

Stellina Pizzeria

671 N. Glebe Road, 571-312-4610, slapfishrestau rant.com. Grab some clam chowder, fish tacos or a lobster roll and pretend you are beachside. L D $$

2457 N. Harrison St., 703-534-6000, sushizen. com. An amicable, light-filled neighborhood stop for sushi, donburi, tempura and udon.

1110 N. Glebe Road, 703-746-9822, ser-restau rant.com. Traditional Spanish and Basque dishes in a colorful, friendly space with outstanding service. b R L D V $$$

Thai Noy« 5880 Washington Blvd., 703-534-7474, thainoy.com. Shimmering tapestries and golden Buddhas are the backdrop in this destination for Thai noodles, curries and rice dishes. L D $$

William Jeffrey’s Tavern 2301 Columbia Pike, 703-746-6333, william jeffreystavern.com. Brought to you by the owners of Dogwood Tavern, this pub on the Pike features Prohibition-era wall murals and mixes a mean martini. b  R L D A G V $$

■ places to eat

Turu’s by Timber Pizza 4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), timber pizza.com. Neapolitan(ish)-style pizzas fresh from a wood-fired oven. L D V $$

Badd Pizza 346 W. Broad St., 703-237-2233, baddpizza.com. At Joel Salamone’s pizzeria, order a Buffalo-style “cup-and-char” pepperoni pie (so named because the pepperoni slices curl into cups with crispy edg es) and a baddbeer IPA, locally brewed by Lost Rhi no Brewing Co. L D $$

Ted’s Bulletin & Sidekick Bakery

sandwiches and salads with fresh ingredients. b  B L D $$

Anthony’s Restaurant

8298 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-676-3550, bsidecuts.com. Nathan Anda’s charcuterie steals the show at this cozy bar adjoining Red Apron Butcher. The cocktails rock, too. L D $$

Taco + Pina

4238 Wilson Blvd. #1130 (Ballston Quarter), 703848-7580, tedsbulletin.com. The retro comfort food and all-day breakfast place has healthier fare, too—which you can undo with a visit to its tantaliz ing bakery next door.  B R L D G V $$

confit. In nice weather, head to the roof deck. b R L D A G V $$$

2900 Wilson Blvd., tttrestaurant.com. Ivan Iricanin’s ode to Mexico has all the colorful options you’d ex pect—tacos, enchiladas, street corn, six kinds of salsa and fruity margaritas, plus a sprawling rooftop lounge with expansive views. b B R L D $$

Westover Market & Beer Garden« 5863 N. Washington Blvd., 703-536-5040, westo vermarketbeergarden.com. A local hive for burg ers and draft microbrews. The adjoining market’s “Great Wall of Beer” stocks more than 1,000 do mestic, imported and craft beers in bottles and cans. b  L D A $$

B Side

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-2800000, altastrada.com. Chef Michael Schlow’s menu includes house-made pastas, pizza and modern Italian small plates. R L D $$$

1501 Wilson Blvd., 571-775-1800, thetacorock.com. This rock-themed watering hole keeps the margaritas and Micheladas flowing alongside creative tacos on housemade blue-corn tortillas. B L D V $$

Taco Bamba Ballston

2710 Washington Blvd., 703-528-2828, troysitalian kitchen.com. Palak and Neel Vaidya’s mom-andpop serves pizza, pasta and calzones, including a lengthy vegan menu with options like “chicken” tik ka masala pizza. L D G V $

4041 Campbell Ave., 703-567-4747, tacoandpina. com. Try an order of Fanta pork carnitas or the vege tarian “chile relleno” taco, and cool your heels with a frozen roasted pineapple margarita. b L D V $$

Taqueria el Poblano« 2503-A N. Harrison St., 703-237-8250, taqueria poblano.com. Fresh guacamole, fish tacos, margar itas and mole verde transport patrons to the Yu catan.  L D G V $$

Abay Market Ethiopian Food 3811-A S. George Mason Drive, 703-820-7589, abaymarketethiopian.com. The seasoned grassfed raw beef dish kitfo is the specialty at this friendly, six-table Ethiopian café. L D $$

Yayla Bistro

Texas Jack’s Barbecue

2761 Washington Blvd., 703-875-0477, txjacks.com. Brisket, ribs and pulled pork, plus sides like raw car rot salad and smashed cucumbers. b L D A $$

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 703-5270930, truefoodkitchen.com. Emphasizing “anti-in flammatory” fare, the menu will convince you that healthy tastes good. b L D G V $$

Every Bamba location tucks an homage or two onto its menu. Here, the taco options include the El Rico Pollo, stuffed with “Peruvian-ish” chicken, green chili puree, aji Amarillo aioli, salsa criolla, serrano chile and crispy potato. B L D V $

Troy’s Italian Kitchen

2201 N. Westmoreland St., 703-533-5600, yayla bistro.com. A cozy little spot for Turkish small plates, flatbreads and seafood. Pita wraps avail able for lunch only. b  L D $$

Toby’s Homemade Ice Cream

5849-A Washington Blvd., 703-536-7000, tobys icecream.com. Owner Toby Bantug makes premium ice creams, floats and sundaes. Coffee, pastries and bagels available in the morning. B L D V $

Uncle Julio’s Rio Grande Café 4301 N. Fairfax Drive, 703-528-3131, unclejulios. com. Tex-Mex highlights include mesquite-grilled fa jitas, tacos and margaritas. b  R L D $$$

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3813-D S. George Mason Drive, 703-379-2733. The top seller at this Yemeni cafe is oven-roasted lamb with yellow rice. L D $$

5852 Washington Blvd., 571-335-4274, fairtrade roots.com. Lisa Ostroff’s Westover gift shop and cafe serves fair-trade coffee, tea, pastries, salads, organic wine and snackable fare like mini empana das and Portuguese flatbread. b B L $

2163 N. Glebe Road, 703-248-9300, thirstybernie. com. Wiener schnitzel, pierogies and bratwurst pro vide sustenance in this Bavarian sports bar and grill. b  R L D V $$

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Wild Tiger BBQ« 1201 S. Joyce St. (Westpost), wildtigerbbq.com. The pop-up concept by chefs Kevin Tien and Scott Chung features barbecue with an Asian flavor. Shin-shamen-rubbed proteins like pulled pork, ribs and brisket are served with kimchi pickles and your choice of five house-made sauces. L D $$

Thirsty Bernie

4238 Wilson Blvd. (Ballston Quarter), 703-5506220, zofiaskitchen.com. Chef Ed Hardy’s piero gi operation stuffs the Polish dumplings with all kinds of fillers—beef brisket, bratwurst, beets, crab Rangoon, “loaded baked potato” or smoked whitefish with green apple, to name a few.

True Food Kitchen

Takohachi Japanese Restaurant 3249 Columbia Pike, 571-312-7678, ordertakohachi japanese.com. The sushi bar offers $1 nigiri all day, plus favorites like tonkatsu ramen, tempura and saki.

Tupelo Honey Café

1616 N. Troy St., 703-253-8140, tupelohoneycafe. com. The Southern fusion menu includes dishes like roasted snapper with sweet potato and farro.  R L D $$

Wilson Hardware Kitchen & Bar 2915 Wilson Boulevard, 703-527-4200, wilson hardwareva.com. Serves creative cocktails, boozy slushies and local craft beers, plus small plates, burgers and entrées like steak frites and duck

Taco Rock

4000 Wilson Blvd., 571-777-1477, tacobamba.com.

Al Jazeera

3000 Annandale Road, 703-532-0100, www.an thonysrestaurantva.com. The family-owned Greek and Italian diner serves standbys like spaghet ti, pizza, gyros and subs, plus breakfast on week ends. R L D V $$

Zofia’s Kitchen

T.H.A.I. in Shirlington 4209 Campbell Ave., 703-931-3203, thaiinshirling ton.com. Pretty dishes include lemongrass salmon with black sticky rice. b L D G V $$$

FALLS CHURCH

Weenie Beenie 2680 Shirlington Road, 703-671-6661, weenie beenie.net. The hot dog stand founded in 1954 is still serving half smokes, bologna-and-egg sand wiches and pancakes. B L D $

World of Beer

Urban Tandoor 801 N. Quincy St., 703-567-1432, utandoorva.com. Sate your appetite with Indian and Nepalese fare, from tandoori lamb to Himalayan momos (dump lings). Lunch buffet daily. L D V $$

4300 Wilson Blvd., 703-576-0395, worldofbeer. com. The beer emporium features 40 taps and a rotating roster of hundreds of brews to go with your German soft pretzel, parmesan truffle fries or pimento cheeseburger. L D V $$

Alta Strada

Which Wich 4300 Wilson Blvd., 703-566-0058, whichwich.com. A seemingly endless menu of sandwiches and wraps with more than 60 toppings. b B L D V $$

Yume Sushi

Trade Roots

2121 N. Westmoreland St., 703-269-5064, yume sushiva.com. East Falls Church has a destination for sushi, omakase (chef’s tasting menu) and a sake bar with craft cocktails. L D V G $$$

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2941 Restaurant 2941 Fairview Park Drive, 703-270-1500, 2941. com. French chef Bertrand Chemel’s unlikely sanc tuary in a suburban office building offers beauti fully composed seasonal dishes and expert wine pairings in an artful setting.  L D V $$$

Thai Square 3217 Columbia Pike, thaisquarerestaurant.com.703-685-7040,Thesignature dish is No. 61, deep-fried, sugar-glazed squid topped with crispy fried basil. b L D G V $$

Huong Viet

First Watch

100 E. Fairfax St., 703-533-0002, bakeshopva.com. See Arlington listing. B V $

Haandi Indian Cuisine« 1222 W. Broad St., 703-533-3501, haandi.com. The perfumed kabobs, curries and biryani incorporate northern and southern Indian flavors. L D V G $$

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Balqees Restaurant

Hong Kong Palace

Duangrat’s 5878 Leesburg Pike, 703-820-5775, duangrats.com.

6220 Leesburg Pike, 703-534-3342, dogfishale house.com. Microbrews, burgers, sandwiches, sal ads and wood-grilled pizzas.  L D G V $$

Dogwood Tavern

107 Rowell Court, 703-533-3030, dominionwine andbeer.com. Pairings come easy when a café shares its space with a wine and beer shop. Or der up a plate of sliders, a cheese board or some

Bamian

Four Sisters Restaurant

Bakeshop

Bartaco

El Tio Tex-Mex Grill 7630 Lee Highway, 703-204-0233, eltiogrill.com. A family-friendly spot for fajitas, enchiladas, combo plates and margaritas. b L D $$

5880 Leesburg Pike, 571-977-1096, firstwatch. com. Visit this breakfast and lunch café for eggs Benedict, lemon-ricotta pancakes, housemade gra nola, power bowls, avocado toast, juice bar tonics and brunchy cocktails. b B R L V $$

Café Kindred

6387 Seven Corners Center, 703-532-0940, hong kongpalacedelivery.com. The kitchen caters to both ex-pat and American tastes with an enormous menu of options.  L D $$

7263-A Arlington Blvd., 703-573-9002, celebrity deliva.com. Matzo-ball soup, Reubens and tuna melts satisfy at this New York-style deli founded in 1975. Brunch served all day Saturday and Sunday.

Dominion Wine and Beer

Waitresses in traditional silk dresses glide through the dining room, bearing fragrant noodles and grilled meats, in one of the D.C. area’s most esteemed des tinations for Thai cuisine. b R L D V $$

Visit Dina Daniel’s restaurant, food truck and cater ing operation for Egyptian fare ranging from break fast pudding with raisins, pistachios and coconut, to lamb shanks with okra. And oh the bread! B L D G V $$

442 S. Washington St., 703-237-4343, elevation burger.com. See Arlington listing. b L D V $

2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-884-7080, districtdumplingsfairfax.com. Asian-style dumplings, sandwiches and wraps. L D $$

Dragon shrimp to snack on while you imbibe. b R L D V $$

Dogfish Head Alehouse

132 W. Broad St., 703-237-8333, dogwoodtav ern.com. The menu has something for everyone, from ancient grain Buddha bowls to jambalaya, burgers and coconut-curry salmon. b  R L D A V $$

DC Steakholders

Clare & Don’s Beach Shack«

6641 Arlington Blvd., 703-534-4200, dcsteakhold ers.com. The cheesesteak truck has a storefront in the former Frozen Dairy Bar space, where propri etors Usman Bhatti and Lilly Kaur are carrying forth FDB’s nearly 70-year frozen custard recipe. L D $$

District Taco« 5275-C Leesburg Pike, 571-699-0660, district taco.com. See Arlington listing.  B L D G V $

Elevation Burger

Fava Pot« 7393 Lee Highway, 703-204-0609, favapot.com.

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8110-A Arlington Blvd., 703-942-6600, elephant jumps.com. Creative and comforting Thai food in an intimate strip-mall storefront. L D G V $$

Caboose Commons

130 N. Washington St., 703-532-9283, clareand dons.com. Go coastal with fish tacos, coconut chicken or one of the many meatless options, and maybe catch some live outdoor music. Closed Mondays. b  L D A G V $$

5634 Leesburg Pike, 703-820-7880, bamianrest aurant.com. Try Afghan specialties like palau (sea soned lamb with saffron rice) and aushak (scal lion dumpling topped with yogurt, meat sauce and mint).  L D V $$

2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-549-8226, bartaco.com. See Arlington listing. L D V A $$

Elephant Jumps Thai Restaurant

District Dumplings

Celebrity Delly

First Watch

8190 Strawberry Lane, 703-539-8566, foursisters restaurant.com. Mainstays include clay pot fish, grilled meats, lettuce wraps and pho. b L D V $$

5820 Seminary Road, 703-379-0188. Order Leba nese and Yemeni dishes like lamb in saffron rice, saltah (a vegetarian stew) and saffron cake topped with rose petals and crème anglaise. b L D V $$

450 N. Washington St., 571-327-2215, cafe kindred.com. Pop in for a yogurt parfait, avocado toast, grilled eggplant sandwich, or an espresso fizz. B R L V $$

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6785 Wilson Blvd., 703-538-7110, huong-viet. com. Spring rolls, roasted quail and shaky beef

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2918 Eskridge Road (Mosaic District), 703-6638833, caboosebrewing.com. The microbrewery that started along the W&OD Trail in Vienna has a second location serving house brews and creative eats, including some plant-based options.

Hong Kong Pearl Seafood Restaurant 6286 Arlington Blvd., 703-237-1388. Two words: dim sum. L D A V $$

301 S. Washington St., 703-534-3838, thejohnsons cafe.com. The global cuisine includes samosas, falafel, Moroccan lamb and a host of tradition al Indian dishes, plus breakfast sandwiches and French toast. Closed Tuesdays. B L D V $$

Mike’s Deli at Lazy Sundae

102 E. Fairfax St., 571-378-1757, preservation biscuit.com. Order the signature carb with a sam pler of house-made jams, or as a sandwich, with fill ers ranging from fried chicken, hot honey and can died bacon to guacamole and egg with lemon aioli.

Peking Gourmet Inn

Pizzeria Orso

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Raaga Restaurant

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8296 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-4629322, lepainquotidien.com. See Arlington listing.

Rare Bird Coffee Roasters

JV’s Restaurant

Rice Paper/Taste of Vietnam 6775 Wilson Blvd., 703-538-3888, ricepapertasteofvietnam.com. Try a combo platter of pork, seafood and ground beef with rice-paper wraps at this Eden Center favorite. L D G V $$

MacMillan Whisky Room 2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 240-994-3905, themacmillan.com. More than 200 kinds of spirits are offered in tasting flights and composed cock tails. The food menu includes U.K. and American pub standards. b R L D $$

2842 Rogers Drive, 703-942-5622; lovinghut fallschurch.com. The Vietnamese-inspired vegan eatery offers menu items like rice vermicelli with barbecued soy protein and claypot rice with vegan “ham.” L D G V $$

2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 434-339-4019, ourmomeugenia.com. Beloved for its real-deal Greek fare, from saganaki to souvlaki, the critically acclaimed family business now has a sister restau rant in the Mosaic District. b L D $$

709 W. Broad St., 703-992-0777, spcbr.com. The little bar offers 24 craft beers on tap and 18 varia tions on the grilled cheese sandwich. D A V $$

370 W. Broad St., 703-237-8227, libertyfallschurch. com. This tasty venture by The Liberty Tavern Group serves smoked meats, fried chicken and all the ac companiments. Order a Grand Slam (four meats, four sides) and feed the whole fam. R L D $$

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450 W. Broad St., 703-237-0101, koikoiva.com. The sushi is fresh and the vibe is fun. b L D $$

Oath Pizza 2920 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-688-6284, oathpizza.com. The dough here is grilled and seared in avocado oil (for a crispy texture) and the toppings are certified humane. L D G V $$

3066 Gatehouse Plaza, 703-645-8100, great americanrestaurants.com. A modern alehouse serving seafood, chicken, ribs, microbrews and growlers to go.  L D G $$$

Silver Diner « 8150 Porter Road, 703-204-0812, silverdiner.com. See Arlington listing.  B R L D A G V $$

Sisters Thai 2985 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-280-0429, sistersthai.com. The Thai restaurant has a vibe that feels like you’re dining in your cool friend’s shabbychic living room. L D $$

Spacebar

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are faves at this cash-only Eden Center eatery.  L D G V $$

The Johnsons Café

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-9927705, jinya-ramenbar.com. Embellish your tonkot su or umami-miso broth with more than a dozen toppings and add-ins. b L D A V $$

6763 Wilson Blvd., 703-532-9009, nhulansandwich. com. This tiny Vietnamese deli at Eden Center is a fa vorite for banh mi sandwiches. L D V $

105 W. Broad St., 703-534-8999, 4psva.com. The family-friendly tavern in the heart of Falls Church City serves pub food and Irish specialties. b  B R L D $$

6395 Seven Corners Center, 703-533-9480, padaekdc.com. Chef Seng Luangrath’s celebrated Falls Church eatery, hidden in a strip mall, offers both Thai and Laotian cuisine. L D G V $$

Plaka Grill

6029 Leesburg Pike, 703-671-8088, pekinggour met.com. At this James Beard Award semifinalist for “Outstanding Service,” it’s all about the crispy Peking duck.  L D G V $$

Meaza Restaurant 5700 Columbia Pike, 703-820-2870, meazaethio piancuisine.com. Well-seasoned legumes and mar inated beef are signatures in this vivid Ethiopian banquet hall. b  L D G V $$

Jinya Ramen Bar

Moby Dick House of Kabob 444 W. Broad St., 703-992-7500, mobyskabob.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

Sfizi Café

232 W. Broad St., 703-533-8233, pho88va.com. Vietnamese pho is the main attraction, but the menu also includes noodle and rice dishes. Closed Tuesdays. L D $$

Nhu Lan Sandwich

Mom & Pop

Mark’s Duck House 6184-A Arlington Blvd., 703-532-2125. Though named for its specialty—Peking duck—it offers plenty of other tantalizing options, too, such as short ribs, roasted pork and dim sum.

Koi Koi Sushi & Roll

Red Apron Butcher 8298 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-676-3550, redapronbutchery.com. The premium butcher shop and deli sells hot dogs, burgers, charcuterie, prime steaks and sandwiches. L D V $$

6666 Arlington Blvd., 703-241-9504, jvsrestaurant. com. A dive bar (the best kind) known for live music, cold beer and home-cooked meatloaf, lasagna and chili. L D A V $$

2822 Fallfax Drive, 703-573-2011, settledowneasy brewing.com. The rotating beer list at this nano brewing operation is always fresh. Neighboring El Tio Tex-Mex Grill provides a taco stand and other food choices. Closed Mondays. b L D $

Liberty Barbecue«

Ireland’s Four Provinces

6218-B Wilson Blvd., 703-536-2633. Authentic Vietnamese in a no-frills setting. b L D $$

Northside Social Falls Church« 205 Park Ave., 703-992-8650, northsidesocial va.com/falls-church. Come by in the morning for a breakfast sandwich and a latte. Return in the eve ning for a glass of wine and a plate of charcuterie, or a wood-fired pizza. b B L D V $$

2909 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-9920050, dolcezzagelato.com. The little glass cafe serves light fare, snacks, gelato, coffee, beer and wine. b B R L D A $$

Padaek

Panjshir Restaurant

114 E. Fairfax St., 703-536-4566, panjshirrestau rant.com. Carnivores go for the kabobs, but the vegetarian chalows elevate pumpkin, eggplant and spinach to new levels. b L D V $$

Open Road 8100 Lee Highway, 571-395-4400, openroadmerri field.com. See Arlington listing. b  R L D $$

Little Saigon Restaurant

Parc de Ville 8926 Glass Alley (Mosaic District), 703-663-8931, parcdeville.com. Find French fare such as omelets, escargots, paté, mussels, duck confit, steak frites and boudin blanc at this spacious Parisian-style brasserie. R D $$$

5872 Leesburg Pike, 703-998-7000, raagarestau rant.com. Chicken tikka, lamb rogan josh and car damom-infused desserts. b L D G V $$

230 W. Broad St., 571-314-1711, rarebirdcoffee. com. Lara Berenji and Bryan Becker’s charming Lit tle City café roasts its own beans and recently ex panded its space. L D $

The Original Pancake House 7395-M Lee Highway, 703-698-6292, ophrestau rants.com. Satisfy your breakfast cravings with pancakes, crepes, waffles, French toast and more.  B R G V $

1216 W. Broad St., 703-639-0161, plakagrill.com. Super satisfying Greek eats—dolmas, souvlaki, moussaka, spanakopita. L D V $$

Settle Down Easy Brewing

Sweetwater Tavern

Solace Outpost

112 N. West St., 703-532-5299, mikesdeliatlazy sundae.com. Fill your belly with homemade corned beef, cheesesteaks, breakfast and scratch-made soups. Save room for ice cream! b B L D V $

400 S. Maple Ave., 703-226-3460, pizzeriaorso. com. Neapolitan pies and tempting small plates, such as arancini with chorizo and Brussels chips with shaved grana. b  L D G V $$

800 W. Broad St., 703-533-1191, sfizi.com. A fam ily-owned trattoria, deli and wine shop serving clas sic Italian fare—pasta, pizza, parm. L D $$

Preservation Biscuit

Loving Hut Vegan Cuisine

Our Mom Eugenia

444 W. Broad St., 571-378-1469, solaceoutpost. com. Filling the former Mad Fox space, this Lit tle City microbrewery serves house-brewed suds, plus fried chicken, five kinds of fries and woodfired pizza. D A V $$

6653 Arlington Blvd., 703-237-8884. Open late,

this strip-mall hideaway offers Cantonese, Sichuan and Hunan dishes. L D A $$

Sweetgreen« 2905 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 703-9927892, sweetgreen.com. See Arlington listing. b  L D G V $

Miu Kee

Le Pain Quotidien

Pho 88

Kazan Restaurant

Amoo’s Restaurant

Pulcinella 6852 Old Dominion Drive, 703-893-7777, pulcinella restaurant.com. A stop for classic spaghetti and meatballs, linguine and clams and wood-fired pizza since 1985. L D $$

Roots Provisions & Grocery 8100 Old Dominion Drive, 703-712-7850, roots provisions.com. Part café and part gourmet mar ket, this McLean storefront has fresh sandwiches, smoothies, acai bowls, salads and coffee drinks, plus pantry staples, local produce, organic dairy products and grab-and-go snacks. B L G V $

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7900 Westpark Drive, 571-378-0162, hanpalace dimsum.com. Pay a visit to this all-day dim-sum emporium for made-to-order buns, dumplings, crepes, roast duck and noodles. L D $$

Lost Dog Café 1690-A Anderson Road, 703-356-5678, lostdogcafe. com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

6238 Old Dominion Drive, 703-533-5880, mylos grill.com. Enjoy spanakopita, souvlaki and American classics. Friday is prime-rib night. b B L D $$

2910 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-3261616, truefoodkitchen.com. See Arlington listing. b  R L D $$$

2972 Gallows Road, 703-560-6868, uncleliushot pot.com. Customers do the cooking in this eatery inspired by the ubiquitous hot pots of China’s Sich uan province. L D V $$

1394 Chain Bridge Road,703-462-9699, masa lava.com. A specialty here are “momos,” Nepal ese dumplings with meat or vegetable fillings. The menu also includes tandoori biryani and Indian cur ries. L D V $$

Simply Fresh

6715 Lowell Ave., 703-847-1771, tachibana.us. Sushi aside, the chef’s specials here include start ers such as clam miso soup, monkfish paté and savory egg custard.  L D $$

Takumi Sushi

6854 Old Dominion Drive, 703-448-8448; 1500 Cornerside Blvd., 703-734-7000; mobyskabob.com. See Arlington listing. L D $$

6821-A Old Dominion Drive, 703-48-9117, ichiban sushimclean.com. A neighborhood go-to for su shi, udon, tempura and teriyaki. Closed Sundays.

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Taco Bamba

Thompson Italian« 124 N. Washington St., 703-269-0893, thompson italian.com. Gabe and Katherine Thompson’s cel ebrated kitchen turns out house-made pastas, roasted chicken, take-home supper trays and some of the best desserts around. b  D $$$

1753 S. Pinnacle Drive, 703-448-9988, asianorigin va.com. Liu Chaosheng’s restaurant hits all the stan dards (kung pao chicken, beef with broccoli) plus twists like pumpkin with steamed pork. L D V $$

Badd Pizza

1321 Chain Bridge Road, 703-356-9883, themclean familyrestaurant.com. Pancakes, gyros and big plates of lasagna hit the spot. Breakfast served until 3 p.m. daily.  B L D V $$

Patsy’s American 8051 Leesburg Pike (Tysons), 703-552-5100, patsysamerican.com. Named for Great American Restaurants matriarch Patsy Norton, it serves greatest-hit dishes from other GAR restaurants in a space resembling a vintage railway station. b  R L D A G V $$

6641 Old Dominion Drive, 703-918-0080, assaggi osteria.com. Enjoy a date night over plates of orec chiette with artichoke and veal paillard. The adjoining pizzeria serves wood-fired pies. b L D G V $$$

8100 Lee Highway, 703-992-9200, triomerrifield. com. Treat yourself to steaks, chops, raw bar, craft cocktails and cigars. The patio opens daily at 4 p.m. for happy hour. b D $$$

Han Palace

Trio Grill

AgoraMCLEANTysons

Mylo’s Grill

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Miyagi Restaurant 6719 Curran St., 703-893-0116. The diminutive sushi bar gets high marks for its friendly service and fresh maki and nigiri. L D $$

2911 District Ave. (Mosaic District), 571-830-6680, tedsbulletinmerrifield.com. See Arlington listing.

El Tio Tex-Mex Grill 1433 Center St., 703-790-1910, eltiogrill.com. See Falls Church listing. L D $$ Esaan Tumbar« 1307 Old Chain Bridge Road, 703-288-3901, esaanmclean.com. This tiny eatery specializes in northern Thai dishes—papaya salad, larb, nam tok. A good bet for those who like heat. L D $$

Fahrenheit Asian 1313 Dolley Madison Blvd., 703-646-8968, fahren heitasian.com. A no-frills destination for Sichuan spicy noodles, dumplings, mapo tofu and other Asian comfort foods. L D V $$

Pasa-Thai Restaurant

310-B S. Washington St., 703-241-1128, takumiva. com. The sushi and sashimi here go beyond basic. Think tuna nigiri with Italian black truffle, or salmon with mango purée. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

McLean Family Restaurant

Café Oggi

Café Tatti French Bistro 6627 Old Dominion Drive, 703-790-5164, cafetatti. com. Open since 1981, the kitchen whips up classic French and continental fare. Closed Sundays. L D G V $$$

Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks 8051 Leesburg Pike (Tysons), 703-552-5110, randysprime.com. Randy’s (named for Great Ameri can Restaurants co-founder Randy Norton) serves prime cuts, duck-fat fries, seafood towers and oth er steakhouse standards. L D G $$$$

True Food Kitchen

Silver Diner« 8101 Fletcher St., 703-821-5666, silverdiner.com. See Arlington listing.  B R L D A G V $$

Asian Origin

Uncle Liu’s Hotpot

Fogo de Chao 1775 Tysons Blvd., 703-556-0200, fogodechao. com. The upscale chain showcases the Brazilian tradition of churrasco—the art of roasting meats over an open fire. R L D $$$

Masala Indian Cuisine

Moby Dick House of Kabob

Ted’s Bulletin

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6811 Elm St., 703-821-1869, simplyfreshva. com. A local favorite for pulled pork, chicken and brisket. Plus Greek diner fare and breakfast. b  B L D G V $

Ichiban Sushi

1381 Beverly Road, 703-269-3820, aracosiamclean. com. Score a table under strings of white lights on the covered patio and order savory Afghan specialties such as braised lamb shank and baadenjaan chalou (roasted eggplant with saffron rice). b L D V $$

Capri Ristorante Italiano 6825-K Redmond Drive, 703-288-4601, capri mcleanva.com. A chatty, family-friendly spot known for tried-and-true Italian dishes such as spaghetti carbonara and veal Marsala. b  L D G V $$$

Lebanese Taverna 1840 International Drive, 703-847-5244, lebanesetaverna.com. See Arlington listing. b  L D G V $$

6813 Redmond Drive, 703-734-1960, kazanrestau rant.com. Zeynel Uzun’s white-tablecloth restaurant, a fixture since 1980, is a nice spot for kebabs, bak lava and Turkish coffee. L D V $$

6263 Old Dominion Drive, 703-356-2233, badd pizza.com. See Falls Church listing. L D $$

Tachibana

Assaggi Osteria & Pizzeria

J. Gilbert’s« 6930 Old Dominion Drive, 703-893-1034, jgilberts. com. Everything you’d expect in a steakhouse and lots of it—prime cuts of beef, lobster, wedge salad, steakcut fries and cheesecake.  R L D G V $$$

1315 Old Chain Bridge Road, 703-442-0090, pasa thairestaurant.com. Go for a classic Bangkok cur ry, or a chef’s special such as spicy fried rockfish with chili-basil-garlic sauce. b L D $$

7911 Westpark Drive, 703-663-8737, agoratysons. com. The Dupont Circle mezze restaurant brings its Turkish, Greek and Lebanese small plates to a sec ond outpost in Tysons. R L D G V $$$

1800 Tysons Blvd., wearefoundingfarmers.com. The farm-to-table restaurant features Virginiasourced dishes and drinks. B R L D $$$

6271 Old Dominion Drive, 703-448-8500, amoos restaurant.com. The flavorful kabobs and stews are crowd pleasers at this hospitable Persian es tablishment. b  L D G V $$

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood 7900 Tysons One Place, 703-442-4523, eddiev. com. Total steakhouse vibe, except with an empha sis on seafood. L D $$$$

2190 Pimmit Drive, 703-639-0505, tacobambarest aurant.com. Taco choices range from traditional carne asada to the “Iron Mike,” a vegan rendition stuffed with roasted cauliflower, salsa macha and mole verde. B L D $

6671 Old Dominion Drive, 703-442-7360, cafeoggi. com. Choose among classic Italian dishes such as mozzarella caprese, beef carpaccio, spaghetti with clams and tiramisu. b L D G V $$$

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Rocco’s Italian 1357 Chain Bridge Road, 703-821-3736, roccos italian.com. The Juliano family makes everything in-house from family recipes. b  L D G $$

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“It’s nice because they’re really making it more convenient for us so we can source locally,” says the former middle-school English teacher, who finds inspiration equally through architecture magazines and in the streets and trails surrounding her home studio.

Gagnier says pandemic downtime nudged her to seek sources closer to home for the blooms in her bouquets. She eventually started working with a new Northern Virginiabased group called the Old Dominion Flower Cooperative. Most of the co-op’s farms are women-owned and incorporate sustainable practices.

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We all know that buying local produce helps reduce your carbon footprint and increases your chances of finding the freshest fruits and veggies. Stem & Thistle owner Brooke Gagnier points out that the same principle applies to flowers.

“It just makes such a huge difference to have local flowers—they are literally harvested the day before you purchase them,” says the Arlington-based floral designer. “The color is amazing, the fragrance is incredible, and they last a long time.”

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Social invitation suites, which include the invitation and outer envelope with return address, start at $3.95 each. Wedding invitation suites start at $9.25 each and include the invitation, outer envelope with return address, and reply card with envelope. Prices can go up from there based on paper quality, printing method and embellishments.

Gagnier arranges flowers for intimate weddings, small gatherings and special occasions with an aesthetic that skews “very textural, kind of organic in style, and kind of wild. More freeflowing and natural.”

She generally gravitates toward a more muted color palette, but counts colorful cosmos among her favorite blossoms—along with hellebores, garden roses and, you guessed it, thistles.

She jokes that she wears black every day so that her outfits don’t interfere with the vivid hues in her designs.

Her larger arrangements start at $120 including delivery, but she says her smallest, which she calls Sweet Jars of Joy ($35, with a minimum order of three jars), have been hugely popular of late.

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While artistry is a big part of what drew her to the business, she also loves meeting people during the happiest moments of their lives. She’s seen her most devoted clients through weddings, home purchases, birth or adoption announcements and graduation parties.

“I did a few friends’ invitations,” she says of her early days. “And then when it was time for me to get married, I did my own invitations, and everything came together. It was like, This is what I need to do.”

it’s on footpaths or running around Arlington,” she says.

“I call those the Fingers in Ink Lifers,” says Fingers, who grew up in Oxon Hill, Maryland. “I’ve seen them through everything. One client’s daughter turned 16 last November. I’ve done all her invitations since she turned 1. It’s just a great progression to see her turn into such a delightful young lady.”

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Fingers, who lives about a mile from her shop, says one big misconception about her craft is that anyone with a home printer can do it. Clients sometimes want a certain pattern or color incorporated, and there’s a lot of math involved—for instance “when you’re trying to get five invitations on a 20-by-24 sheet of paper.” Plus, not everyone is born with an artistic eye.

“I love to work with color and patterns and textures and layers,” she says. “I know my clients don’t always have that aesthetic. I often infuse a little bit of me in everything I do so that you can say, ‘Oh, Nicole definitely designed that.’ ” fingersinink.com

Nicole Fingers started out on a different career track, but couldn’t ignore the tug of her inner artist whispering that her heart just wasn’t in electrical engineering. She began to dabble in designing invitations, and in 2002 opened a brick-and-mortar shop in Lyon Park appropriately dubbed Fingers in Ink, which specializes in fine stationery.

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“I’ve had a lot of calls or requests for those, because it’s just a small something they can send with a note like: I’m thinking of you; I’m sorry for your loss; I can’t wait to get together with you again or hug you again. It’s been a lot of that,” she says. “It’s like the next best thing when you can’t hug somebody or really spend time with somebody.”

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PORTIA CLARK REMEMBERS John Robinson Jr. as a man of action.

The public gathering space that will honor Robinson’s legacy was origi nally planned as Nauck Town Square, until the county board in November approved a name change more consis tent with the neighborhood’s identity. In 2019, the civic association that Clark heads voted to shed the name Nauck (a white developer who once built homes in the area) in favor of Green Valley, the name by which the community was known when it was first settled by free Blacks prior to the Civil War.

John Robinson Jr. anchored his neighborhood and brought people together. Now, so will the public square that bears his name.

Robinson always had time for kids, says Clark, now president of the Green Valley Civic Association. “Just watch ing how he operated and engaged—he always encouraged us to be positive and do the right thing.”

Soon after, Robinson went into D.C. to march in support of making King’s birthday a national holiday. Clark joined him. “We skipped school and went down with a group and marched [at] the monuments,” she remembers.

Designed by Oakland, Californiabased urban landscape designer Walter Hood, John Robinson Jr. Town Square will feature walkways, plantings and trees, public art and a stage for perfor mances. It will occupy the block that once held Robinson’s office and the Mar tin Luther King Jr. Community Center, which was destroyed in a 2005 fire. (The site also sits across the street from the Green Valley Pharmacy, which fellow community leader Leonard “Doc” Muse operated for 64 years before his death in 2017 at the age of 94.)

Clark remembers her mentor as an “icon.”“John would give you the shirt off his back if he had to,” she says. “He was just that type of person who took care of whoever he could. That was his mis sion in life.” Matt

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After Robinson’s death in 2010 at the age of 75, Clark inherited the newsletter archives dating back to the early 1960s. She has since donated a portion to the Arlington Public Library.

Robinson was born in Green Valley in 1934. He attended segregated Arling ton schools, went to Howard Univer sity and joined the Army. After he left the military, he returned home, became a civic activist and started publishing Green Valley News, a newsletter that cir culated for more than 40 years.

For decades “the Mayor of Green Valley”—as Robinson was known—was a constant presence in his Arlington neighborhood. He published a commu nity newsletter, fought against racial discrimination and opened a commu nity center named for King. He orga nized food and clothing drives, advo cated for fair housing, worked with law enforcement to tackle the area’s drug

“I was one of the youths who would... distribute it,” says Clark, 62. “He paid us. We sold it for 10 cents and we got to keep 5 cents for every newsletter sold.”

problem and mentored kids. In Sep tember, Arlington will unveil a new town square, bearing his name, at the intersection of South Kenmore Street and Shirlington Road.

She was a third-grader at Drew Ele mentary School the day Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Everyone was crying, she says, but Robinson was already organizing.

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