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Grilled chicken

Grilled chicken

I like the part that I can purchase many kinds of olive oils and olives in the US. More variety of imported goods from Europe are found in the US than in Asian countries.

Olivia macaron (to go)

Olivia macaron (to go)

Super light macarons. It’s advertised 100% gluten free. Although these were very sweet I felt somewhat healthy. I wish they put more cream and flavor to it. www.oliviamacaron.com

Christmas tree at home

Christmas tree at home

Our first Christmas tree. Table top christmas tree decorated with joyful cute ornaments. Merry merry Christmas atmosphere!

Sisters Thai

Sisters Thai

The spicy drunken noodle was greasy but so tasty. It had good cafe menus as well(magnolia cafe &bistro is connected inside) but couldn’t try because I was too full to have them. www.sistersthaialexandria.com

Tide Lock park (Old town North Alexandria)

Tide Lock park (Old town North Alexandria)

A peaceful place to take a walk on a sunny day. Many huge seagulls craving for food in this area normally maybe, some people were throwing bread pieces and they were flying around crazily crying out loud.

Bep Viet restaurant

Bep Viet restaurant

There were so many Vietnamese people in the restaurant I had the feeling this place is close to the authentic taste. The food was served tasty and neat. Also the server of this restaurant was so courteous that I want to visit here again. www.bepvietrestaurant.com

Flying dog deep fake (Non alcoholic IPA)

Flying dog deep fake (Non alcoholic IPA)

I’m almost alergic to alcohol so I like having non alcoholic beers when I want beer. Greasy or spicy food needs beer taste pairing sometimes. This flying dog deep fake tastes less bitter than any of other non alcoholic beers I had so far in 

Chocolate madeleine

Chocolate madeleine

Madeleine is one of my favorite baking menus. Fluffy cake like texture and the sweetness of madeleine goes really well together with any kind of tea or coffee.

Mushroom cream soup, salad and bread

Mushroom cream soup, salad and bread

Dipping into the warm thick cream soup is one of best way to consume breads. Have something fresh and sour together to boost and maintain your appetite during the meal time.

True food kitchen

True food kitchen

Felt the healthy freshness of the food as I had it. Light yet tasty. www.truefoodkitchen.com