Windsor at Arbors Apartments

ICE CREAM SUNDAE SOCIAL!

windsor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:34:41 +0000

Come by the office Saturday, June 29th from 5:30 to 7 to enjoy an ice cream sundae!

Ice cream will be provided by Scoops2U including flavors: chocolate, mint chocolate chip, vanilla, and Reese's peanut butter cup!

Cool off on a nice, hot day, and enjoy a childhood favorite treat!

Will be hosted outside pending weather.

Yamazato Sushi & Spice: Flavorful Fusion Cuisine

windsor — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:01:31 +0000

With a large sushi menu and some tasty cooked dishes, fish fanatics, and Thai food fans alike can all find something to order any day of the week at Yamazato Sushi and Spice. The ingredients are fresh, the portions are generous, and the service is prompt and reliable. The waitstaff is knowledgeable about their impressive selection of sake, too. Even when the restaurant gets super busy, the hosts make sure to take care of you. Try some hot green tea, move on to the curry puffs, and make sure to order rolls. The regulars swear by the spider roll, honey shrimp roll, and spicy tuna rolls, but everything is good. Order the drunken noodles off the Thai menu, but make sure that you are in the mood for a little heat.

Yamazato Sushi & Spice
6303 Little River Turnpike
Alexandria, VA 22312
(703) 914-8877

Happy Father’s Day!

windsor — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:01:08 +0000

Today we celebrate and show our appreciation for all of the fantastic fathers in our lives and we hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing day!

4 Edible DIY Projects

windsor — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:00:51 +0000

Looking for some fun (and tasty!) DIY projects to do at home. Well, look no further — we've compiled some great foodie DIY projects that you can whip up today. Keep them for yourself, or give them as gifts, either way, you'll revel in the homemade goodness that you created with your own two hands.

Homemade Mozzarella

Homemade Pesto

DIY: Flavored Sea Salts

Homemade Granola

Enter to Win!

windsor — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 17:47:38 +0000

Enter to Win a Free Year of Capital Bikeshare! The City's Local Motion program wants to help Alexandria residents discover the benefits that Capital Bikeshare offers as an efficient and fun way to commute and travel. 16 lucky residents who are not already members will be randomly selected to win a free one-year membership! To enter, answer a few simple questions by June 14 and make sure you are eligible by clicking here.

Port City Brewing Company: Craft Beer Bliss in Alexandria

windsor — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:02:17 +0000

The craft beer revolution has made it to Alexandria at Port City Brewing Company. Located just a short trip from Windsor at Arbors across from Cameron Run Regional Park, the Port City Brewing Company has brought quality local beer to the area. If you want to see how it’s done, take a tour! For just $9, you can check out how state of the art technology combines with old world technique to create some classic brews. After the tour, head over to the tasting room to try a variety of beers. Tours take place Friday through Sunday, but they sell out fast! Then go to the store and buy a traditional or seasonal brew by the six-pack or case. Of course, you’ll also find Port City’s beers at the finest restaurants in Virginia and DC.

Port City Brewing Company
3950 Wheeler Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22304
(703) 797-2739
http://www.yelp.com/biz/port-city-brewing-company-alexandria

Happy Memorial Day!

windsor — Mon, 27 May 2013 14:01:51 +0000

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we honor our nation's heroes.

Popular Gourmet Food Trucks Around the Country

windsor — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:01:24 +0000

Gourmet food trucks are one of the hottest culinary trends, bringing adventurous and innovative fare to appreciative diners all around the country. From the northeast to the Pacific northwest, here are some food truck destinations:

Streetza Pizza, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Gourmet pizza in Milwaukee? It's available by the slice at Streetza Pizza. Specialty pies with spam and chili join classic tastes like cheese and pepperoni pizzas on Streetza's menu.

East Side King, Austin, Texas
Austin foodies delight in this truck's unique menu, which keeps the city's food scene weird with the flavors of beef tongue, chicken skin, and pork belly to complement some well-regarded Pho buns.

Where Ya At Matt, Seattle, Washington
This truck brings Cajun fare to Seattle. Grits, gumbo, po boys, corn bread, and more: Where Ya At Matt offers the tastes of Southern cuisine in the Pacific Northwest.

Kogi, Los Angeles, California
One of the first innovators in the current food truck phenomenon, Kogi offers Korean BBQ and fusion food to delighted diners. On the menu you'll find stuff like calamari tacos, kimchi quesadillas, and short rib burritos.

Sugar Philly, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Visit the City of Brotherly Love's Sugar Philly truck for sweet treats like cheesecake, creme brulee, and freshly baked macarons!

Mandu: Authentic Korean Food in Washington, D.C.

windsor — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:01:00 +0000

Seoul native Chef Yesoon Lee presides over this eatery that’s quickly become a D.C. favorite. Home-style Korean food is prepared with authentic recipes and served up in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Start out at the bar and let the amiable bartender make you a Pear Cosmo to dissolve the cares of the day. Give your tummy a taste of flavor with the Mandu appetizer, an inviting plate of pillowy dumplings filled with veggies and shrimp, pork, or tofu. Mains include a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as grilled entrees like Bulgogi — barbeque marinated rib-eye steak – and Galbi – barbeque marinated short ribs. Sunday brunch is a fantastic way to sample a luscious array of dishes at a great price. Stop by for drink specials during happy hour from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Mandu

453 K Street NW

Washington, DC 20001

(202) 289-6899

http://www.yelp.com/biz/mandu-washington-2

Happy Mother’s Day!

windsor — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:30:35 +0000

Wishing all moms a wonderful day filled with much love and happiness!\