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CONTENTS

20 COVER STORY

DESTINATIONS

Sitting pretty while poolside

11 | DETAILS

Say Cheese – exploring the unique cheeses of the world

13 | JOHN’S FAVORITES

Rose wine, Guajillo Grill and City Dog Rescue

16 | DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT

Lori Graham, founder of Lori Graham Design + HOME, is featured this month

17 | CULTURE

The Shakespeare Company’s Free-ForAll and Peruvian Gold: Ancient Treasures Unearthed mark the summer cultural scene

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10 Exploring the Great Barrier Reef

22 | CALENDAR

Upcoming events in Washington D.C.

23 | DC FUN FACTS

White House kitchen edition

41 | BLACK BOOK

The best Parisian Pâtisseries at your fingertips

42 | DIPLOMACY

Summertime cocktails in red, white and blue

The Argentinian Embassy brings us a Retrospective of Helga Thomson’s works and Canada celebrates Canada Across America Day

38 | MONEY & FINANCE

50 | HOT PROPERTY

The Castles and Moats series continues with tax deductible strategies

John’s Latest Under Contracts and Sales!

40 | BUZZ

Cover Image: Rill Architects designed a symmetrical poolhouse that includes a kitchenette to the left and a full bathroom to the right.

24 | MIXOLOGY

The news that all of Washington is talking about

26 FOODIE

Entertaining in a true American tradition with zucchini and corn fritters, squash and broccoli rabe lasagna, tomato and cucumber gazpacho and chocolate pot du creme

44 DC REAL ESTATE

Foreign investment

46 PREMIUM LISTINGS

14 HOME TRENDS

John’s current inventory of spectacular properties in all price points.

Luxury window treatments to enrich your home

34 | STYLIST

Men’s highlights Marc Jacobs and Women’s goes retro with tie-die

TECH

The must-have list of summer apps

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CONTRIBUTORS

Luca Giovannini and Charles M. Tappan, Jr., form the team that creates our

Joaquin “Jocko” Fajardo, has been in the

mixology section. Luca discovered his passion for food and drink in his hometown in the

Capitol area for over 12 years. Jocko was educated

north of Italy. Charles is a founding member of Veneràte Group LLC. Elevating cocktail

at the London Cordon Bleu and The Culinary

culture through creativity, classical knowledge, craft dedication and teaching.

Institute of America. Working in the homes of celebrities, politicians, CEO’s and American

Kristina Messner is a writer and award-winning communications professional who works

elite, Jocko combines a flair for the creative in his

with clients in an array of technology markets, from emerging technology to consumer

cooking. “I live for fresh, delicious, colorful and

electronics, government IT, defense and homeland security.

hearty cooking.

Marc Schliefer has been in the financial planning business since 1978, when he joined

Equity Planning Institute, Inc. He became President of Equity Planning Institute, Inc. in 1996. With over 33 years of practicing financial planning, Marc has worked mainly on individual financial planning and counsels clients on all aspects of their financial life.

Sherry Moeller, co-founder and principal of MoKi Media, was a previous editor in chief

of Capitol File magazine/Niche Media covering politicians, celebrities, fashion, travel, hospitality and lifestyle in Washington, DC and around the country. She now specializes in public relations for interior design, architecture and hospitality clients, among other luxury brands.

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David Brown became a pioneer of design in

some of DC and Virginia’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods. As an executive with Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton & Valentino, he has been fortunate to travel extensively across the United States and Europe through his work. David’s eclectic style and appreciation for architecture is reflected in his work thanks to his unique cultural perspective gained through his travels.

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EDITOR ’S LET T E R Wow! Thank you, the readers of John Eric Home. The total redesign of the magazine is a resounding winner. As of today, we have logged over 80,000 reads and received literally hundreds of comments about how you love our new features, columns and look. This is the most successful issue ever. And, we want to thank you!

We are pleased to present the summer edition of John Eric Home. We take you poolside and give you great summer cocktails and food recipes to make at home for yourself or for entertaining.

We take a look at the White House kitchen in “Fun Facts,” and offer great fashion and tech item options for the season.

Do you love Cheese? I do and I can’t get enough of it. We offer some great selections for summer in our “Details” section. Looking for things to do?

Great, we have them for you in our “Calendar” section. We also offer up some great ideas for window treatments in “Home Trends.” And, I’m always pleased to give you my hot items in “John’s Favorites.”

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We take you to Australia and the Great Barrier Reef in “Destinations” and offer up some sweet French pastries in our “Black Book.” Keeping with that international theme, check out “Diplomacy” with many great offerings of things to do from DC’s Embassy community.

We hope the season brings you amazing memories, fun times, great food and special times with family and friends. Enjoy this edition, refer to it often and please don’t forget to share.

John Eric Publisher, Principal and Realtor

John Eric My family rescued an incredible Dutch Shepherd back in October from City Dogs Rescue. We love her! …

See what else I love on page 13.

DE STINATI O N S

BY AIR AND BY SEA:

The Great Barrier Reef

Because of its natural beauty, the Great Barrier Reef has become one of the most sought after tourist destinations, drawing visitors the world over. One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts, it is synonymous with the sheer power of nature. The world’s largest coral reef, it contains an abundance of marine life, reef systems and picturesque islands that hold some of the most amazing sights ever to be seen.

Many come to this part of the world to dive and who can blame them? Hundreds, if not thousands of fish, in a dazzling array of colors, dart around the diving party. Rays glide through the ocean below. The ancient coral systems lend an almost ephemeral quality as they disappear downward into a seeming black hole.

More adventurous divers are always on shark patrol. For them, the Great Barrier Reef is a challenge holding one of the highest concentrations of Great Whites in the world.

But, one can spend time at the Great Barrier Reef in myriad ways. Visitors can enjoy many experiences including aircraft and helicopter tours and jaunts in bare boats (self-sail) and glassbottomed ones too. Of course, there are also whale watching

excursions and diving into the deep blue sea to swim with dolphins.

A diverse range of tourism operations in the Great Barrier Reef includes day tours, along with overnight and extended tours. The most popular are for snorkeling and scuba diving but fishing charters and long range roving tours are also quite popular.

Literally something to float everyone’s proverbial boat.

It is not just in the water that visitors explore the Reef. Another exciting adventure is to view its spectacular beauty by air. More and more, people are choosing to experience that once-in-alifetime flight, over the sparkling sapphire blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef. They are escaping to secluded islands for a stay of pure decadence. The GBR Helicopter Group is one of the respected outfits from which to plan an airborne trip.

The Great Barrier Reef is an extraordinary sight to see. And, once seen, will never be forgotten.

Cheese

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Amarelo da Beira Baixa

Niagara Gold

Containing both goat and sheep milks, this harkens back to the time when a farming family mixed together the milk they did not drink to make cheese. One of a handful of cheeses from Portugal with D.O.P. status.

Made with milk from the only Guernsey herd in Ontario, this cheese has a mellow taste. It is semi-soft with a nutty overtone and buttery flavors.

Ubriaco Prosecco

This pressed toma style of cheese from northern Italy, which means Drunken in Prosecco, keeps the flavor of the grape -- It lingers deep into the flavor of the paste within.

Tarentaise Cheese

Tarentaise is unique to Pomfret, Vermont - its soil, geographic climate and flora combine to give the cheese its subtle nut flavor and complex finish. A warm butterscotch color is testament to the high betacarotene, vitamin E and omega 3 fatty acids found in the milk of the grass fed cows.

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JOHN’S FAVO RIT E S The Park Hyatt New York

The highly anticipated opening is here. Park Hyatt New York is a 210-room hotel located in the 90-storey One57 skyscraper at West 57 Street and 7th Avenue. The hotel occupies the bottom 25 floors. The rooms aren’t cheap, but if you’re heading to NYC in late August, splurge and stay here. This property is under the control of Walter Brindle, the top purveyor of all things wonderful at Hyatt. His control guarantees this will become THE property in NYC. Guajillo Grill

Hands down the best Mexican food and margaritas in the Washington, DC area. As a Californian, born and bred, I believe that many people on the east coast don’t understand what real Mexican food tastes like. That stuff they call TexMex isn’t worth eating. For real Mexican, this is the real deal.

Best Roof Top Bar for Summer

The Georgetown Rooftop Bar & Lounge at The Graham Hotel in Georgetown holds the coveted honor. The views are spectacular.

Do yourself a favor -- Uber or cab it.

Leave the car at home.

Photo by Joanna M.

City Dog Rescue

Everyone has a cause, mine is rescuing animals and giving them a new life and a loving home. City Dogs Rescue is a DC non-profit whose sole mission is to rescue dogs. My family rescued an incredible Dutch Shepherd back in October. Adele is a full member of our family and we couldn’t imagine our lives without her. If you have a place in your heart and home, take the plunge. www.citydogsrescuedc.org “The White Shirt”

Slim-fit shirt ($148) by Thomas Mason for J. Crew. You truly can’t have too many white shirts, you just can’t ! This is a great addition to any summer wardrobe and it works well for all occasions from dressy to casual. It’s a must.

Rose Wine, Yes I said Rose Wine…

The much maligned Rose Wine is the summer wine of choice. It’s hard to think of a more perfect glass of wine to pair with those hot and sultry days and nights. My favorite Rose is Mulderbosch Rose, South Africa, $12.00 a bottle at Whole Foods.

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HOM E TR E N D S

Treatment GETTING THE SPECIAL

As home trends have evolved, one of the most significant changes over the last 30 years has been in window treatments.

Selecting the perfect window covering or accent can make a room feel more open, provide privacy, create height and add personality. Simplicity is the major trend for 2014. Clean lines, luxury fabrics and new technology are all increasing popular in window coverings. The right window treatment will keep the room simple but also create a harmonious transition between the walls and your windows as well as allow the view and the room to shine.

Luxury and home furnishings go handin-hand. Volume is a major trend in luxury window treatments. Overall, drapes are getting longer and wider to accommodate the illusion of making the windows appear larger in scale. Lush fabrics like velvet, silk and linen look beautiful when tailored to highlight their texture. Not only do they drape beautifully, they add glamour to a room without overwhelming the space.

Extra long fabric puddled on the floor has been replaced with floor length draperies tailored to floor length. Longer looser pleats are the current trend (five to six inches long). They appear less prim and proper than shorter ones. Double rather than triple pleats are also being used to create a more casual and chic vibe. These little details provide a more contemporary and less formal feel.

Don’t forget about the pinch pleat drapes. They continue to be the standard for elegance in the industry. Pinch pleat drapes characteristically retain their shape, maintaining a consistent appearance open or closed. They also hang beautifully.

Sometimes mistaken for the pinch pleat is the inverted box pleat drape. For a more modern and tailored room this “back pleat” style provides a lighter and more contemporary feel. If selected in a simple color palette these drapes can grace any home and add softness to a stark cold space.

When you look through drapery fabrics these days you cannot miss the bold graphic patterns. The choices appear limitless from geometric patterns, trellis designs, large-scale floral patterns, bright bold colors and whimsical toiles. Luckily, all these patterns look fabulous in the more traditional style drapes. The rod pocket and tab top styles continue to provide the volume and drape necessary to make the

statement that these designs require.

The one classic window treatment that will work in almost any space is the classic roman shade. These simple shades are a definite favorite for traditional and contemporary homes. These shades have never gone out of style but are now enjoying a new resurgence due to their strong clean lines. They add just enough softness to a space and provide an amazing palette for some of today’s optic patterns.

Since they are a flat construction you need less fabric than full drapes. This allows you to invest in a luxurious unique fabric and make a personalized statement in your room. The roman shade is especially successful in kitchens, eating areas and bathrooms.

Layering in your window treatments has also become an important trend. The overall look remains clean and the color palette should remain consistent for both treatments. Blending colors rather than contrasting ones works best when you wish to layer your treatments. Any type of blind or sheer can easily create this effect.

Update your sheers to give a more modern layered look. The “new sheers” have a subtle iridescence and are interwoven with unexpected materials.

There are also many new details on sheers that range from special embossing, bold printed patterns or contemporary headings. Perhaps select a woven wood shade instead of a sheer. The trend to more eco-friendly material has introduced new upscale designs from sustainable materials including grasses, sisal, reeds and bamboo.

If you prefer a more traditional look, layer in plantation shutters--the larger the louvers the better!

Lastly, look out for the return of the metal blind. Once popular in the 1980’s, the sequel of this blind is popping up everywhere due to the popularity of stainless appliances, industrial inspired designs and loft living. Regardless of your choice, layering provides depth, texture and additional insulation to any space.

Rather than extravagant fabric on swags and valances, we are seeing designers focus their creative attention to the detail of hardware. Rods, finials and tiebacks in wood, metal, glass or ceramic are used to highlight some of the simplest design styles of window treatments. Hardware has now changed from one-size fits all options to include endless possibilities and finishes.

Create the dramatic touch for

contrast, match and coordinate with your kitchen hardware or blend with the wood of your floor. Finding the perfect accessory provides allows you the opportunity to make certain your “special treatment” is customized to your style.

Regardless if you chose to go with traditional drapes, plantation shutters or layered blinds with drapery panels, you have limitless options available to add a unique style to any space. Make certain your length is perfect and measured accordingly. Go custom or shop the specialty store circuit--rest assured the trends are consistent and the choices you make will reflect your personal style. “Get the special treatment” and make your windows look as savvy as you do.

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DE SIGNER SP OT LIGH T

Lor i G ra h a m Lori Graham is the founder of Lori Graham Design + HOME, a Washington, DC-based interior design firm and lifestyle showroom. Her clients are both local and national and she is often lauded for her ability to marry “old warm charm with urban flair.” The use of colors, layers of texture and a mix of modern materials are her trademark. She likes to say, “SoHoBoho.”

In 2007, Lori was named one of 5 designers and architects nationwide designated by Metropolitan Home magazine as a leading young designer.

Since then, her work has been featured in multiple national and regional publications. Most recently, Luxe Interiors + Design added Lori Graham Design to their 2014 Gold List, a list of select design professionals from across the US.

In 2012, Lori launched a luxury home furnishings showroom on 14th Street.

The showroom represents several global boutique lines such as London-based Ochre and Los Angeles based Shine by SHO. It also features Lori’s own custom home furnishings collection – LG Place.

The showroom reflects Lori’s comfortably chic aesthetic.

Lori studied art history and design at Georgetown University and the Corcoran School of Art, respectively. She also holds a law degree from Georgetown University Law Center, an MSc. from the London School of Economics, and a BA in philosophy from the University of Tulsa. Prior to design, Lori practiced law in Washington DC and credits her legal career for the precision and professionalism with which she approaches her projects.

CU LTU R E The Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Free For All

The Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Free For All is a much-loved Washington tradition. Summer after summer, Washingtonians flock to the annual free performances of the chosen Shakespearean classics that the company produces.

The performances started in 1991 to bring Shakespeare to new and diverse audiences in the Washington metropolitan area. Originally staged under the stars at the Carter Barron Amphitheater, in an effort to make the performances completely accessible for all residents of D.C. Metro area, the Free For All was moved downtown in 2009 and now resides at the Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Sidney Harman Hall. To date, the Free For All has reached more than 572,000 area residents and counting.

This year, its 28th season, brings Washington audiences a presentation of The Winter’s Tale. It has been a highly anticipated event.

The Winter’s Tale is one of Shakespeare’s late romances. Traveling through time, spectators visit the austere court at Sicilia and the bright sea shore of Bohemia. They observe two generations transcending Shakespearean themes of torment and obsession. The play is a dazzling saga that tells the tale of King Leontes, who is overcome with jealousy when he believes his pregnant wife Hermione and his good friend King Polixenes are lovers. Of course, the theater company translates the Renaissance Bard’s words for our generation with wit and acumen.

This year the show runs from August 19 through August 24. Alan Paul will be directing.

“Peruvian Gold: Ancient Treasures Unearthed”

An exhibit not to be missed this summer is “Peruvian Gold: Ancient Treasures Unearthed”. Mounted by National Geographic, it will be available for public viewing through September 14th , and showcases a remarkable collection of ancient gold and silver artifacts excavated from Peru’s legendary royal tombs.

Objects from Peru’s pre-Inca heritage, including gold ceremonial and funerary masks, textiles, ceremonial ornaments, ceramics and jewelry are on display. The artifacts are not only a representation of the artistic ancient past but are used to help us to understand pre-Incan religious beliefs and cultural traditions.

The centerpiece of the exhibition is El Tocado, the largest and most ornate preColumbian headdress ever discovered. The extraordinary gold headdress dates from the Middle Sican period (A.D. 900-1100). This will be the first time it will be on display in the United States since it was unearthed in 1991.

Guest curated by National Geographic’s Archaeology Fellow Dr. Fredrik Hiebert, the exhibit features artifacts on loan from three Peruvian institutions: Sican National Museum, Larco Museum and Museum

of the Central Reserve Bank of Peru. The exhibition continues National Geographic’s longstanding relationship with Peru, which began with National Geographic magazine’s coverage of Hiram Bingham’s excavation of Machu Picchu in 1911. The National Geographic Society has funded more than 180 grants related to exploratory field research in Peru since 1912, including 14 linked to excavations of royal tombs.

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Sitting Pretty

Poolside

This classic pavilion by Rill Architects overlooks a saltwater pool and is a glowing reflection of outdoor entertaining at its best. Opposite page: The pavilion includes columns, a stone fireplace, beamed ceiling with pendants and fan, and a pergola.

“There’s a really strong connection between the gardens and the pavilion,” Jim Rill says.

Rill Architects designs pavilions, patios and poolhouses that enrich a home’s architecture… and water views Some of the most cherished rooms within a home, especially during the warmer months, are those found on the outside - pavilions, patios and poolhouses enrich a home’s entertaining spaces.

AN INSIDE-OUTSIDE CONNECTION “Creating outdoor living rooms that define and give order to the landscape are key elements to a home design,” says Jim Rill, AIA, principal of Rill Architects PC in Bethesda, Maryland. “We design outside spaces that complement and respect nature.”

Influenced early in his career by the craftsmen styles of Greene and Greene and the shingle designs of H.H. Richardson, Rill takes into account the sun, wind, views and the property as a whole when conceptualizing a home design. There’s an inside-outside connection with Rill Architects’ designs - a push and pull effect.

“Nature should move into the house and the house push into nature,” Rill adds.

There’s a visual connection, a layering of heated interior spaces to covered spaces to controlled exterior places to uncontrolled areas. “A pavilion or patio is as much a part of a house as a kitchen is,” Rill says.

BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS When designing a pavilion within an English garden recently, Rill’s goal was to make the owners and guests feel like they were sitting within the landscaping.

“We wanted the owners to experience the gardens,” he says. Featuring an existing saltwater pool with irregular stone border, the property easily accommodated the new pavilion with cupola, vaulted wood ceiling,

towering stone fireplace, and pergola over a stone patio. A stone bridge crosses the stream and pond and leads to a patio along the back of the home that connects to a new gatehouse between the garage and the home.

A COURTYARD SETTING During another home renovation, which included extensive interior modifications, Rill also added elements to the exterior to link it to its surroundings. With a new portico in the front, Rill designed a courtyard setting in the back that includes a trellised pergola with fireplace, a stone grotto with hot tub, and a refurbished poolhouse that now reflects the architectural style of the main house. It includes a TV room, kitchenette and changing room.

ELEMENTS OF NATURE Located at the base of a backyard, another outdoor oasis awaits where Rill Architects designed a symmetrical poolhouse, which includes a kitchenette behind barn doors to the left and a full bathroom with swinging doors and rough wood vanity to the right.

The central area between the two wings includes a vaulted wood ceiling and stone fireplace overlooking the pool and patio.

Kitchenettes, fireplaces, bathrooms, changing spaces, and more within poolhouses, pavilions and gazebos extend interior living rooms, bringing a change of scenery along with the seasons.

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C A LEN DAR 4th of July at the National Archives

Date: July 4, 2014 The National Archives celebrates the 4th of July with special family programming to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Visit the National Archives Building for this special birthday party from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Seating on the Constitution Avenue steps is available on a firstcome, first-seated basis. Highlights of the day include the Opening Ceremony at 10 a.m. which is highlighted by the Presentation of Colors by the Continental Color Guard, a performance by the U.S. Army 3rd Infantry (The Old Guard) Fife and Drum Corps, the National Anthem led by the United States Air Force Band and a dramatic Reading of the Declaration of Independence by historical re-enactors portraying Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Ned Hector. Between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., meet the Revolutionary figures of Abigail and John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock and Thomas Jefferson.

Screen on the Green 2014

Dates: Mondays, July 21 - August 11, 2014.

Screen on the Green is an annual Washington, DC summer tradition. Bring a blanket to the National Mall (between 7th and 12th streets) and watch a classic film on a gigantic movie screen. Movies are shown on Monday nights beginning at around 8:30-9:00 p.m. and play except in extreme weather.

Movie Schedule: July 21 – The Karate Kid (1984) Rated PG. July 28 – Lover Come Back (1961) No Rating.

August 4 – Key Largo (1948) No Rating.

August 11 – A Soldier’s Story (1984) Rated PG. Bethesda/Chevy Chase Restaurant Week

Dates: July 29 - August 4 Bethesda Chevy Chase Restaurant Week offers prix fixe lunch for $12 or $16 and three-course dinner menus for $33 at dozens of Bethesda area restaurants. Cuisines include American, French, Greek, Indian, Italian, and more. Call individual restaurants for restrictions, menu options and reservations.

The National Harbor Dragon Boat Races

Date: August 23, 2014 The National Harbor Dragon Boat Races are a family-fun event celebrating Asian culture. Dragon boat racing is an important part of the Chinese traditional culture, dating back more than 2,300 years. The regatta is an open competition, seeking participants of ages 12 years of age or older. No experience is required and training sessions are being offered. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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The White House Executive Chef heads three White House kitchens, a staff of four souschefs, and reports directly to the chief usher. The Executive Chef works with the First Lady, Chief Usher, White House Social Secretary and the Executive Pastry Chef to plan menus for State Dinners, receptions, and dayto-day non-official meals.

John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the first president to highlight the role of White House chef, but it turns out that President Kennedy wasn’t a big foodie. He often had to be reminded to dine. A true New Englander, he enjoyed clam chowder, corn muffins, and baked beans from the kitchen.

The White House has had multiple vegetable gardens since its completion in 1800. Eleanor Roosevelt, Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama all have had their own versions of vegetable gardens. Roosevelt planted the White House victory garden during World War II to promote the use of victory gardens by American citizens in a time of possible food scarcity.

Millard Fillmore was the first President to have a running water and a working stove in the White House.

The executive pastry chef operates as a separate entity and holds purview over all deserts and pastries served at the White House.

This chef does not report to but coordinates with the Executive Chef for all meals and events.

Inaugural dinners are always interesting. The venue for President Abraham Lincoln’s inauguration was the Patent Office, which had two spacious halls for dancing and dining.

When dinner was announced, the crowd rushed the table and in a matter of minutes, the sumptuous buffet was a shambles -- as were several of the patent exhibits.

M I XOLOGY

SUMMER: This Summer, make sure to celebrate one of the most important dates -- Independence Day -- in style. Kick off July 4th with a trio of Red, White and Blue cocktails that will keep you and your company relaxed and in a good mood all the way ‘till Fall!

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Viking Victory glassware:

glass goblets

Not A Surrender Lounging Around glassware:

coupe glass

ingredients:

ingredients:

1.5 oz. Cherry Heering .5 oz. Old Tom Gin .25 oz. Danish Akvavit .75 oz. pineapple juice .5 oz. Rouge Verjus .25 oz. Simple Syrup 1/16 oz. (equivalent to 2 droppers) lime bitters garnish: slice of star fruit

1.5 oz. Jack Daniels Un-aged Rye Whiskey 1 oz. Cointreau ½ oz. lemon juice ½ oz. Simple Syrup 1 egg white garnish: cherry skewer and Crème

de Violette

Combine ingredients into a shaker. Shake vigorously to a 13 count, and pour over ice. Garnish, serve and enjoy! directions:

Celebrate America by raising a toast to the original explorers, the Vikings.

The cocktail starts off with a nod to the Old Norse men with Cherry Heering.

Sweet and rich, the cherry flavor bursts through this liquor and paired with Akvavit creates a spirit fiery and complex.

Adding some English Old Tom Gin and some French Verjus with flavors of pineapple and lime tie everything together and bring forth a drink that is refreshing.

Garnished with a star to represent the stars the Vikings sailed under.

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In a cocktail shaker, combine ingredients, including egg white, but with no ice. Shake the ingredients quickly and vigorously to a 20 count. Break the shaker back open, add ice and shake again to a slow 20 count. Strain the drink into a coupe glass. directions:

*Crème de Violette Mist: In a mister pour crème de violette, pressurize mister and gently spray on the finished cocktail After a rousing 4th, it will feel easy to just give up on July 5th. Grab a white cocktail designed to keep the summer fun going. Start with one of the Founding Fathers’ favorite spirits, Rye Whiskey. Cointreau is its perfect companion. Light and orange, its natural and clean flavors build a perfect transition from the whiskey to the sour. Finally, the egg white softens the entire cocktail into a decadently delightful sip that nourishes the body back to health.

This summer, make sure all your days are as epic as the 4th.

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glassware:

rocks glass

ingredients:

2 oz. American Harvest Vodka 1 oz. Blue Curacao 2 dashes orange bitters splash of tonic water garnish: candied lemon In a mixing glass combine ingredients, except tonic water, and stir approximately 40 times. Add a splash of tonic water (around ½ to 1 oz., depending on personal taste) and strain into a rocks glass over ice. directions:

Don’t let the hot and humid dog days of summer win -- keep those inspirational 4th of July feelings alive with a blue cocktail that finishes a true Independence Day salute. With a nod to one of America’s most famous cocktails, the Manhattan, “Lounging Around” utilizes a 2-1-2 recipe and style that is perfect for the situation. It is very important to have a great base spirit, and American Harvest vodka, 100 percent American wheat, fits the bill . The sugary “orangey” essences of blue curacao, is an excellent additive that helps to accentuate the notes of the vodka without overpowering the overall profile. A little bitter orange and quinine finalizes the harmonic balance. This summer, make sure to celebrate Independence Day in style and the rest of your days “Lounging Around”.

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Celebrations Summertime foods ready festivities.

July brings to our homes the opportunity to entertain family and friends in true American celebratory fashion. Melting ice cream cones grace our hands, squash fills our gardens and talk of boat vs. bicycle rides pepper our thoughts. Amidst the colorful displays of fireworks and parade pageantry exists a wonderful array of summertime foods ready for our making. In this month’s Foodie, you will find recipes that are easy to double and triple, freeze and transport. The squash lasagna is a great support dish at a July 4th potluck; whereas the gazpacho makes for a wonderful item, either now or later August or September. Simply freeze it in ice cube trays for later use. The zucchini fritters are an annual treat at my family summerhouse where we enjoy them with fresh from the sea crab and lobster, a true summertime treat. As an added indulgence, I have shared a delectable recipe for chocolate pots du crème. Once you have mastered this, you have found a key alternative to that melting ice cream cone: pure chocolate and orange bliss, straight from the heart of your kitchen. Enjoy!

Tomato And Cucumber Gazpacho 5 cups coarsely chopped tomatoes (about 6 medium) 3 cups tomato-based vegetable juice 2 1/4 cups chopped English hothouse cucumber (from 1 large), divided 1 cup chopped red onion (about 1 small), divided 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil plus additional for garnish 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 3 small garlic cloves, peeled 2 teaspoons anchovy paste Purchased Parmesan croutons (optional; for garnish) Working in 2 batches, puree chopped tomatoes, vegetable juice, 1 1/4 cups chopped cucumber, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped basil, red wine vinegar, mayonnaise, garlic, and anchovy paste in blender until smooth.

Transfer to bowl. Season gazpacho to taste with salt and pepper.

Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.

Stir remaining 1 cup chopped cucumber and 1/2 cup chopped red onion into gazpacho. Refrigerate 2 hours.

Divide gazpacho evenly among bowls. Garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan croutons, if desired.

Zucchini And Corn Fritters 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup (packed) grated zucchini 3/4 cup fresh (or frozen, thawed) corn kernels 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons packaged corn muffin mix 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup whole milk 1 large egg, whisked to blend Vegetable oil (for frying) Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini, corn, onion, and thyme and sauté until corn is slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in cilantro and let cool.

Whisk flour, corn muffin mix, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.

Whisk milk and egg in a small bowl to blend; whisk into dry ingredients. Add zucchini mixture; fold just to blend. Chill for 30 minutes.

Pour vegetable oil into a large pot to a depth of 2”. Attach a deep-fry thermometer to side of pot. Heat oil over medium heat to 325°. Working in batches, spoon batter into oil by heaping tablespoonfuls. Fry until golden brown, turning once. Using a slotted spoon, transfer fritters to paper towels to drain. Top with your favorite remoulade and seafood as a delicious appetizer.

Squash & Broccoli Rabe Lasagna FILLING 2 2-lb. butternut squash, peeled, halved, seeded, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices 3 tablespoons olive oil Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper 2 pounds broccoli rabe (rapini), tough stems removed Crushed red pepper flakes 1 pound fresh mozzarella, coarsely grated 1 pound whole-milk ricotta 1 cup finely grated Parmesan 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons minced fresh sage 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary BÉCHAMEL AND ASSEMBLY 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour 5 cups (or more) half-and-half 1/8 teaspoon (or more) freshly grated nutmeg 1 bay leaf Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper 1 pound lasagna noodles 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Whisk oil and vinegar in a large bowl. Add half of pancetta, cooked pasta, melon, half of mint, scallion, and red pepper flakes.

Toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle remaining pancetta and mint over.

Garnish with shaved ricotta salata.

FILLING Preheat oven to 400°. Place squash and 3 tablespoons oil in a large bowl; season generously with salt and pepper and toss to evenly coat squash. Transfer to 2 rimmed baking sheets, spreading out in a single layer, overlapping slightly. Roast until tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes. Let cool.

Quickly blanch broccoli rabe in a large pot of boiling salted water just until it wilts, 1–2 minutes. Drain; briefly cool under running water. Squeeze out excess water; coarsely chop and transfer to a large bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; drizzle with oil and toss to coat.

Mix mozzarella and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.

DO AHEAD. Squash, broccoli rabe, and cheese mixture can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill.

BÉCHAMEL AND ASSEMBLY Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; stir until slightly thickened (do not allow mixture to turn brown), 2–3 minutes. Increase heat slightly; slowly whisk in 5 cups half-and-half, 1/2-cupful at a time, allowing béchamel to thicken between additions (adding half-and-half gradually will help to prevent lumps from forming). Add 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg and bay leaf.

Reduce heat to low and cook, thinning with more half-and-half if too thick, until sauce is a milk shake–like consistency, about 10 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium metal bowl. Set bowl over a large saucepan of gently simmering water. Cover and keep warm.

Cook lasagna noodles in a pot of well-salted boiling water until still quite al dente, 8–9 minutes. Transfer immediately to a large bowl of ice water to cool. Drain; spread out noodles on a kitchen towel or baking sheets lined with parchment paper, placing a kitchen towel or parchment between layers.

Ladle about 1/4 cup béchamel into a 13x9x2-inch baking dish; spread evenly over bottom. Line dish with a single layer of noodles, cutting as needed to fit (use large scraps in subsequent layers). Layer 1/3 of squash over. Scatter 1/3 of broccoli rabe over. Dollop 1/3 of ricotta mixture randomly over greens. Drizzle 1/2 cup béchamel evenly over ricotta mixture. Repeat process 2 more times for a Total of 3 layers, finishing with a layer of noodles. Spread remaining béchamel over; top with Parmesan.

DO AHEAD. Lasagna can be assembled 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Return to room temperature before continuing.

Preheat oven to 375°. Bake lasagna uncovered until bubbly and starting to brown, about 45 minutes. Turn oven to broil. Cook until browned and golden, 4–7 minutes. Let rest for 20–30 minutes before serving.

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Chocolate Pot Du Crème With Candied Orange Peel CANDIED ORANGE PEEL Using vegetable peeler, remove orange part of peel from orange in long strips. Cut peel lengthwise into 1/8-inch-wide strips. Stir 3/4 cup sugar and 3/4 cup water in heavy small saucepan over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes. Add orange peel; simmer 15 minutes.

Place remaining 1/4 cup sugar in small bowl. Using slotted spoon, remove peel from syrup and transfer to sugar. Toss to coat. Cool, tossing occasionally. Cover bowl and let stand at room temperature overnight.

DO AHEAD. Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep covered.

Pasta Salad With Minted Melon Pancetta And Ricotta Salata 2 ounces thinly sliced pancetta (Italian bacon) 4 ounces penne pasta Kosher salt 3 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar 2 cups, 1x1x1/4’ pieces peeled melon (any variety) 1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, divided 3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper 1 ounce ricotta salata (salted dry ricotta), shaved, or crumbled feta Heat oven to 350°. Arrange pancetta in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until brown and crisp, 20–25 minutes. (Alternatively, place pancetta on folded layers of paper towels on a microwave-proof plate and microwave on high until brown and crisp, about 5 minutes.) Let pancetta stand until cool enough to handle, then break into bite-size pieces.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a medium pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta; run under cold water to cool. Drain and set aside.

Whisk oil and vinegar in a large bowl. Add half of pancetta, cooked pasta, melon, half of mint, scallion, and red pepper flakes.

Toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle remaining pancetta and mint over. Garnish with shaved ricotta salata.

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POTS DE CRÈME Preheat oven to 350°F. Bring milk, cream, Grand Marnier, vanilla, and grated orange peel to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Add chocolate and stir until melted and smooth.

Whisk yolks and sugar in medium bowl until pale yellow, about 2 minutes. Whisk egg mixture into chocolate mixture. Strain into 2-cup measuring cup.

Divide mixture between two 8-ounce custard cups. Place cups in small baking dish. Add enough water to baking dish to come halfway up sides of cups. Cover dish tightly with foil. Bake until custard is set, about 40 minutes. Remove cups from water in dish.

Place in refrigerator uncovered until cool. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until cold, about 6 hours.

DO AHEAD. Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated. Top with whipped cream, garnish with candied orange peel, and serve.

CANDIED ORANGE PEEL 1 orange 1 cup sugar, divided 3/4 cup water POTS DE CRĂˆME 2/3 cup whole milk 1/2 cup whipping cream 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon finely grated orange peel 4 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped 4 large egg yolks 3 tablespoons sugar Lightly sweetened whipped cream

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The recently redesigned Gogobot makes planning and organizing your trip a breeze. It will help you select the best lodging, dining and entertainment on your adventure. Once you arrive at your destination, try TapHunter to find a cool place to wet your whistle and get your game plan set for an evening out.

Travel

Ahhh, summertime in Washington.

Whether you’re sweating it out on a city rooftop with a view, jumping in a backyard pool in the burbs, or escaping to ocean breezes on the beaches in Delaware, Maryland or Virginia, it’s time to load up some hot apps onto your mobile device before you jet.

Here’s a list of some of the most popular, must-have apps for Summer 2014:

Outdoor Fun If you’re trekking around on foot, fishing, camping or hiking, the app Oh, Ranger will help you find the best spot and the coolest activities. It’s got all the facts and figures about every national and state park, national forest, wildlife refuge, Bureau of Land Management site, and U.S. Army Corps recreation area.

Road Tripping

If you’re four-wheeling it, TripBridge will let you share travel plans between all your digital devices as well as your in-car GPS. Check out the WAZE app to get warnings about anything that might slow down your trip, such as accidents, traffic, speed traps, and even road kill. The data is based on input from other drivers, so it’s like a social digital (and less annoying) version of CB radios. Waze was bought last year

by Google so it has a larger user base than similar apps like Trapster.

Wherever you’re adventuring, if you lose track of your entourage, use Find My Friends to locate your party. This is especially helpful if you’re at the beach or big crowded festivals.

And at the end of your long, busy summer days, take a minute to stop and enjoy the summer evening skies. The app Star Chart will turn your Android device into an amazing exploration gadget. Aim your smartphone upwards and you’ll find out exactly which of its catalogued 5,000 stars and 88 constellations that you’re gazing at.

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W OM EN’S ST YLIST

Warm weather has finally arrived!

We had both a brutal winter and spring this year in Washington, but soon we will be packing up and heading out to beaches and resorts like birds fleeing the nest. Once there, we need to look good and feel great.

Tie-dye is among the trend frontrunners this resort season. But, this is not your Grateful Dead dyed-in-the-bathtub gear. This is about rich, beautifully cascading colors.

Super chic and abundantly flowing. A great number of designers are showing swirls that are catching everyone’s attention. Michael Kors has dipped suede separates like flared trousers and day coats in pastels. And, Alexander Wang has stained sheer chiffon cardigans and blouses. It is not just the high-end designers that are swirling their colors – expect to see the style pervading stores and boutiques.

While your eyes and cheeks may be hidden by the bigframed shades of the season, your lips and nails won’t be. Chanel’s summer 2014 collection highlights the rosier side of the glasses with light yet elegant colors. Sweet Lilac, Tutti Frutti and Pink Tonic lead the way in softness.

So, let’s go glam girls of Washington! Grab some tie-dye, paint on some pink and see you poolside very soon.

M E N’S S TY LIS T

At first, taking a look at Marc Jacobs’ Summer Resort Look Book is like looking at candy, cotton candy to be exact. Light blue and pale pink suits. Baby blue shortsleeved shirts, pink combo floral voile ties and stone grey trousers. Jacobs sneaks in a few colors along the spectrum – a dark blue here and a bit of tangerine there – but he relishes in the light summery colors of the pastel season. The Talented Mr. Ripley comes to mind. That is, until the cotton candy world of resort gear turns into shimmering greys and exotic prints. And, we travel with Jacobs quickly down the rabbit hole.

The greys are plentiful and useful. Grey double breasted blazers and grey striped trousers. Grey shimmery pajama trousers and grey cardigans. Just when you think the ocean of greys will be unceasing, Jacobs starts an odyssey of prints. Plaid shirts.

Florals. Geometric prints. He dares to throw unique fabrics and patterns together which the models wear together with great gumption. It is a cacophony, not for the ears, but for the eyes and all by design.

Daring is the best way to describe Marc Jacob’s Resort Line this year. Daring, in a good way. In a way that you will surely be noticed, enjoying dinner al fresco or a drinking poolside this summer.

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TAX DEDUCTIBLE STRATEGIES

As the summer is steaming ahead and the chill of winter is a distant memory, we start thinking back to last year. One of the things that we are always looking to do is to pay less in taxes this year than we did last year. We look back at our taxes and look for ways to have more deductible strategies for this year so that we will have less of our income going out for income taxes and more money being put away for our families’ futures.

During my many annual reviews with clients, we always look for ways to try to reduce their income taxes and create pools of income for retirement and family legacies.

These strategies include retirement strategies and charitable strategies that can save on your current income taxes and create assets or income streams now or later for you.

The most common tax deduction is a tax qualified retirement plan … plans like 401K’s, SEP’s, IRA’s, SIMPLE IRA’s, Defined Benefit Pension plans, 403B plans, 457 Plans, Charitable Remainder Trusts, among other strategies. The benefit to most tax-deductible strategies is that they give you immediate tax relief. The disadvantage to many of the instant tax savings strategies is that they can cause more tax issues years down the road.

Qualified retirement plans are the way that most people get tax deductions or tax deferrals. The limit for 401K, TSP, and 403B plan deductions for this year is

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$17,500 if you are under age 50. If you are over age 50 there is a catch up provision that allows you to contribute and additional $5,500 per year for a total of $23,000 per year that can be tax deferred or tax deductible if you are self -employed.

If you are self- employed you can make a profit sharing match in addition to your employee contribution. There are restrictions based on the number of employees that you have and what percentage of their salary that they contribute. If you do not have any employees you can contribute a total of $52,000 per year on your defined contribution plans. This is based on a salary of $260,000. That is the highest salary amount that you can fund your plan on. If your salary is higher you cannot use the salary above $260,000 to determine your benefit. A defined contribution plan is a retirement plan where you define how much you are going to contribute. These plans are considered defined contribution plans because the contribution is defined.

In contrast, the other types of plans that allow you to contribute even more are called defined benefit plans. These plans have an annual income benefit that is the target amount. These plans allow you to contribute enough money to have a benefit at a specified retirement age. These plans are more expensive to set up because you need actuaries to certify that you are contributing enough to fund your retirement.

These types of plans usually only work when there is a very small company of 1 to 5 employees -- it is ideal if they are all owners. Depending on age, income, and amount wanted to be put away in a retirement each year, you can possibly contribute and deduct hundreds of thousands of dollars each year to fund your retirement.

The issue with all of these plans is that when you start taking money out or when your heirs start taking funds out, the money coming out of these plans are taxed as ordinary income and the taxes are paid not only on the money that you deducted, but on the growth of these funds over the years. You will not withdraw the funds in one year, but you may wind up paying taxes on much more than you deducted.

The old strategy that you will be in a lower tax bracket when you retire may or may not turn out that way.

The last type of tax deductible strategy is a Charitable Remainder Trust. This is usually done for older clients who are charitably inclined and who may need to

generate some income. The way that this works is that you donate money to a charity and receive a tax deduction for some of the money that you donated. In turn, based on your age, the charity gives you an annual income for your lifetime. Part of that income is sheltered from taxes (the amount varies with your age) and you get the income for as long as you live. When you die, the charity keeps the principal.

If you should have any questions regarding the above plans, feel free to contact me at marcs@equityplanning.com. I look forward to discussing Savings strategies with you in the next issue.

The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.

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BUZZ

Ground has broken on the Solaire Bethesda, a 12-story, 139-unit apartment project from Washington Property Company. The rental building at Wisconsin and Woodmont Avenue is scheduled for delivery in 2016.

The building will have 6,400 square feet of ground-floor retail, a two-level underground parking garage, as well as amenities including a resident’s lounge, fitness center and terraces for individual units. Twenty-one of the 138 apartments will be set aside as moderately-price rentals.

This will be the third Solaire-branded rental property to deliver in the DC area in recent years. Solaire Silver Spring opened its doors in 2012, and Solaire Wheaton opened earlier this year. (Urban Turf )

The deal to build a proposed 20,000-seat stadium for D.C. United at Buzzard Point involves two land swaps, multiple land acquisitions, significant environmental remediation, construction of a new municipal center in Anacostia, and various tax concessions. D.C. has agreed to spend up to $150 million to acquire the land and prepare the land for construction. The team will finance the vertical construction, another $150 million.

Thousands of jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars are at stake, say supporters. Matt Klein, president of Akridge, which stands to acquire the Reeves Center at 14th and U streets in exchange for some of its Buzzard Point property, said the parties have negotiated a “comprehensive, interconnected economic development proposal that benefits multiple parts of the city.” City Administrator, Allen Lew, told the council rejecting the deal means losing “thousands of new jobs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in new revenue.” But not all D.C. council members are convinced that Buzzard Point is the place, or that this deal is the way to get there.

(Washington Business Journal)

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Arlington, Alexandria and Washington D.C. have all been listed as one of the “most generous online cities” in the United States. Alexandria ranked second, Washington fourth and Arlington seventh.

The rankings are from Blackbaud, a software company dealing in fundraising solutions for nonprofits.

In Alexandria, $47,192 was donated online per 1,000 residents, D.C. averaged $38,172 donated per 1,000 residents.

Arlington residents made 72,031 charitable online donations that were tracked by Blackbaud, for a total of $7.3 million; that’s $33,671 per 1,000 residents.

The nation’s “most generous city” was

Seattle, with $53,542 in donations per 1,000 residents.

The top 10 “most generous online cities” on this year’s list are: 1.Seattle, Wash.

2.Alexandria, Va. 3.Atlanta, Ga. 4.Washington, D.C. 5.Cambridge, Ma. 6.Ann Arbor, Mich.

7.Arlington, Va. 8.Cincinnati, Ohio 9.Bellevue, Wash.

10.San Francisco, Calif.

(Arlington Now)

BL ACK BO O K Hugo & Victor

Hugo & Victor is a beloved pâtisserie of Parisians. “Step into a world that lies halfway between gourmet pastry and jeweller’s craft: step into our world of HAUTE PÂTISSERIE” is the shop’s motto and they uphold it. Their pastries are a mix of culinary genius combining gourmet with exquisite attention to detail. No matter what you try, a strong confectionary affection will develop. If not affection, at least curiosity.

Venture here to try the Victor Pistache, Victor Verveine or Victor Fraise Millefeuille.

Address: 40 Boulevard Raspail, 75007 Paris Phone: +33 1 44 39 97 73 Website: www.hugovictor.com

Photo: Anne Banas

What is a trip to Paris without a sampling of the myriad pastries, cakes and assorted tarts that tempt and delight? Whether it is the macaron, Grand Brioche or simple chocolate cake that acts as your Siren, here is a listing of Paris’ master-class pâtisseries.

Popelini

Every day at Popelini, pastry chefs use choice artisanal ingredients to create fine confections in their kitchen found in the back of this boutique. The trademark of Popelini is the small colored cap – petit chapeau coloré – which marks each tasty treat. The pâtisserie also sells the gourmet edibles in boxes of 6, 12 and 18.

The passionfruit and citron are favorites of the after-dinner crowd.

Address: 29 rue Debelleyme 75003 Paris Website: www.popelini.com

Ladurée

The story of the Ladurée Macaron starts mid-20th century when Pierre Desfontaines first thought of taking two macaron shells and joining them together with a delicious ganache filling. The recipe has not changed since then and this shop is one of the most celebrated in Paris for their tasty treat.

In September 1997, Ladurée opened a new prestigious address at 75 Avenue des Champs Elysées, outfitted with a restaurant and tea room. The objective was to bring back the great classics and to create an environment for gastronomic creativity in Paris. It has been a success.

Many come here to sample the Harmonie, Religieuse Rose and Tarte Tatin. Of course, given Ladurée’s history, the vanille, noix de coco, chocolat Chuao and caramel macarons are always in high demand.

Website: www.laduree.fr

La Pâtisserie des Rêves

If you are searching for great morning pastries or wonderful seasonal cakes, look no further than La Pâtisserie des Rêves.

They open at 9 am and serve delightful and much better viennoiseries than most shops that are open. The pâtisserie also prides itself on serving children and can organize birthday teas quickly and easily.

The highlights of La Pâtisserie des Rêves are the Saint-Honoré, Chausson aux Pommes and Grand Brioche. These confections melt in your mouth and will have you making many return trips.

Address: 93 Rue du Bac, 75007 Paris Website: www.lapatisseriedesreves.com Katherine Meahl, a native Parisian, contributed to this piece.

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DI P LOMAC Y

Argentina Marks and Traces A Retrospective of Helga Thomson’s works

Helga Thomson was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and studied in Argentina, Europe, and the US. Her works are included in private and public collections and she has received national and regional awards in the United States. Her work, which encompasses etchings, collagraphs, monoprints, digital prints, mixed media and installations are rich in color and content, reflecting a life-story with deep symbolic references, in places forever changing.

From June 4th through September 5th, the Embassy of Argentina is featuring an exhibit of her works in Washington, DC. The public is invited to view her art from Monday-Friday, 3-5 pm.

Embassy of Argentina 1600 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20009

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Canada Canada Day Across America

On July 1st, the ninth annual Canada Day Across America, which celebrates Canada’s birthday, will find Canadian expatriates and American Canada-philes celebrating across the United States. From Pittsburgh to Portland, house parties have been planned for the event.

For more information, visit: www.canadadayacrossamerica.com

The Netherlands

On June 2nd experts, including Professor Cornelis Hendrickson from the University of Utrecht, drew on the experience of the Netherlands and the European Union, which has recently implemented a ban on animal testing for cosmetics and components, to discuss the scientific advances in non-animal testing for cosmetic safety, and the scientific, legal and policy challenges that remain.

The congressional briefing was part of the legislative process of the Humane Cosmetics Act, which Congressman Jim Moran (D-VA) recently introduced and is co-sponsored by almost 50 members of Congress. If passed into law, this act will eliminate animal testing for cosmetics and cosmetic components over three years.

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FOR¤IGN INVESTMENT DC, Open for Business

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Foreign Investment, every city around the world wants it, but very few actually get it. When you think of foreign investment cities, a few names quickly come to mind: New York, London, Dubai and Hong Kong. However, the pieces on the chessboard have started to move. The Washington, DC Metropolitan region has entered the competition and has started to lure big bucks into the city.

The Qatar government’s real estate investment arm recently invested $650 million dollars into City Center DC, the billion dollar mixed used development on the former site of the old DC convention center. It’s more than fair to say that without those funds, the City

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Center DC would still be on the drawing board waiting to be built.

This was the very first investment into the DC Real Estate market

by Qatar.

The Washington Metropolitan area now ranks 4th in foreign investment in the US according to the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate. One of the lures of investment into the area is the obvious, Washington’s prominence on the world stage, home of the US Government and our thriving high-tech and biotech communities. The Washington area is affluent, educated and worldly.

The most recent economic downturn that affected the entire globe also shinned light on the resilience of the Washington region’s real estate market. By and large, our region withstood the pounding to the economy that so many cities like New York, Los Angeles and Miami experienced.

Our local economy told the world and foreign investors one thing, an investment in the DC area is a smart one, and we offer a unique opportunity that is safe. Let’s be clear, foreign investors look for a great return and a safe investment; our region proved we offer both.

The character, pace of our region has changed dramatically over the past two decades and Washington’s old description of a sleepy town is gone. In its place is a dynamic, ever- changing city with a new pulse of hip, stately and exceptional places to live, work and play. The Washington region is open for business.

Investors from South Korean, China, the Middle East, Europe and Canada have taken notice. According to Jones Lang LaSalle, more than $2.6 billion in commercial real estate was purchased by foreign investment capital in 2013. Some notable deals were: Fosterlane Management’s (backed by Kuwait Investment Authori-

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ty) purchase of 1200 9th Street NW for $296 million, Principal Real Estate Investors’, a consortium of South Korean investors, purchase of Washington Harbour for $370 million and Israel Hetz Properties and Investment investing $330 million in Carr Properties.

The world has taken notice of our region and one thing is very clear, the Washington Metropolitan region is “Right for Foreign Investment and Open for business.”

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LYON VILLAGE

1839 North Herndon Arlington, Virginia OFFERED AT $2,450,000

Built by BCN Homes for its exacting owner in 2007, this stately Colonial brings the best of the best to this historic community. Starting with a classic center hall floor plan on four levels, the approximately 6,400-square-foot home is upgraded and customized both inside and out. From the Crestron full home Audio/ Video System spanning 14 rooms to the custom wainscoting and built-ins the residence offers top-of-the-line finishes around every turn.

• 6BR/5.5BA • 6,400 sq ft • Custom Commercial Grade Kitchen • Full home Audio/Video System • Hidden HD Projector TV with 100-Inch Dropdown Screen • Study with Floor-to-Ceiling Built-Ins

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ROSSLYN

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This pristine condo combines classical finishes with modern conveniences in an open floor plan with many custom upgrades. The spacious, top floor unit faces east and is filled with light in the day and has mesmerizing, sparkling city views at night. Generous room sizes, high ceilings, wide crown molding, marble and hardwood floors throughout, built-in sound system, spacious closets as well as the many building amenities provide comfortable living.

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• 3BR/2.5BA • Expansive Living Room • Breathtaking Views • Gourmet Kitchen • Two Garage Spaces • Balcony/Terrace

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824 Skipjack Road

Welcome to the Seanile Estate! This stunning custom built, Cape style home with gorgeous stone accents is set in the sought-after community of Kinsale, Virginia. The Seanile Estate was specifically designed to take full advantage of its prime location with direct water access and views of the peninsula while keeping with the tradition, casual elegance and exceptional charm of this small, friendly, beach town located on Virginia’s scenic, celebrated and picturesque Northern Neck.

OFFERED AT $1,395,000

• Luxury Waterfront • 180 Degree Water Views • Boat House and Dock

Kinsale, Virginia

48 | July | Aug | Sept 2014

Arlington and Washington at Your Fingertips.

Take a glimpse into Arlington’s and Washington, DC’s past and discover the Arlington and Washington of today …

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BMW of Fairfax

8427 Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 22031

800-591-2541

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