Consisting of bandmates Anton Sevidov, Dima Midborn and Poko Cox (for live performances), Tesla Boy is a Russian electro-pop trio. And like pretty much all electro-pop/synth-wave bands, the group also promotes themselves via mixtapes and dj sets. Executed by Antonionni (Anton’s clever dj alias) and Poko Cox is mixtape #5. Have a listen if you
Technology Tuesdays: The Gizmon iCA
For the iPhone 4 shutterbugs comes Gizmon’s iCA case. More than just a case that replicates the retro camera body’s we so covet, the iCA is fully functional. By that I mean the conversion case adds a working shutter button, an optical viewfinder and optional lenses. Staying true to the theme, the “case” also comes
A Few Words with Ms. Wellta Boualaphanh of WELLTA
As mentioned in our last post, we wanted to pick “up and coming” designer Wellta Boualaphanh’s brain a bit to get insight on her fashion endeavors. In exactly eight questions, we got to understand the woman behind the label, what areas she finds are key to design and what lies ahead for Ms. Boualaphanh. Tell
2011 DC Capital Food Fight Recap
Last Thursday night, a sold-out crowd gathered at the Ronald Reagan Building to support DC Central Kitchen and watch an epic “Iron Chef” style throw down between top DC chefs Todd Gray (Equinox/Watershed), Haider Karoum (Proof/Estadio), Jeff Black (Pearl Dive Oyster Palace) and Brian McBride (Blue Duck Tavern). Hosts Jose Andrés and Anthony Bourdain had
BlackFinn? GreatFinn!
I recently attended a tasting event at BlackFinn Saloon. Boy did they deliver. Located in downtown DC at 1620 I Street NW, this wasn’t a hard place to find. There was a parking garage right next to the restaurant so no hassle to find parking. When I walked in with my girlfriend Mona, I immediately noticed
Vintage Crystal 2011, A Recap
This past Sunday I had the pleasure of venturing out to Crystal City for the 5th annual Vintage Crystal: A Taste of Wine and Jazz. Located at the courtyard of 2001 Jefferson Davis Highway (and 220 20th Street), over 30 businesses showcased (and poured) Jaleo’s Wine Store’s selection of Argentinean, Chilean and Spanish wines. Restaurants
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Free is my favorite F-word
Who doesn’t love free? If you don’t like it, throw it away? If you do, you got suckered and some marketer is laughing in your face! Either way, get your free friggin panini yo! Corner Bakery is offering their free Power Panini Thin so make a reservation and eat up. Click here – Get your
ribs that stick to your ribs – Memphis BBQ
Located in the heart of Crystal City is a rib joint called Memphis BBQ that will make you just want to fall asleep after you’re done eating. I tried this one afternoon during my lunch break and was welcomed by friendly staff and a tidy (yet ordinary) restaurant. There was nothing fancy about my menu
January 25, 2012 
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KILL [DC] *Keeping It Locally Latenight * JAN 26th [SECRET LOCATION]
Always keeping us on our toes, DJ ELOEL presents a new K.I.L.L. event. This time around we’re treated to Mediterranean fare as well as a special K.I.L.L. shisha menu. Music will be provided by ELOEL, Yacine A. (who opened up for K.I.L.L. Pho two weeks ago), Prab K, Stranger than Paradise’s Navbox and finally Sergio
Technology Tuesdays: Split(able)
For those that want to alleviate the headache of paying more than your fair share on a dinner tab or a planned social event, Split(able) is your answer. Combining the group gathering and ecommerce elements of Evite and Paypal, Split(able) enables savvy event planners to coordinate events or shared high ticket priced items stress free.
Things People in DC Say
I was roaming around Facebook the other day and found this wonderful gem, about things most people say in Washington. This video had me cracking up multiple times, because I heard all the phrases he mentions so much over the years. He mentions everything hip and DC including Jumbo Slice, DC Brau, and Shake Shack.
