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Tips for Using Tomatoes, And Why You Should

Submitted by Cher Murphy, President of Cher Murphy PR
Saturday, May 5th, 2012, 9:28am
Tips for Using Tomatoes, And Why You Should

America is a country that loves its tomatoes. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, not only do we produce around $2 billion worth of tomatoes per year, making us the second largest tomato producing country in the world, but tomatoes are also the 4th most popularly eaten produced vegetable in the country (although technically it’s a fruit). There are a lot of health and taste reasons to use tomatoes; it’s just a matter of knowing which ones to use, and when.

“Tomatoes are the first major garden item to ripen,” explains Chef Scott Jenkins, the chef of Arlington-based Extra Virgin restaurant. “Tomatoes are so versatile and flavorful, the possibilities seem endless. It is truly the work horse of an Italian kitchen, from soups and salads to sauces and main entree features.”

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PHOTOS: Top 15 Margaritas In D.C.

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Friday, May 4th, 2012, 9:06am
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Chick-fil-A Goes Medieval For Mother's Day

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, 2:46pm
Chick-fil-A Goes Medieval For Mother's Day

No plans for Mother’s Day? Chick-fil-A has you covered with a “Date Knight” for mothers and sons on Monday, May 14 from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The 49 Chick-fil-A restaurants located in the Washington, D.C. area will be hosting a special medieval-themed evening where moms and their sons can spend quality time together over dinner, great conversation and special activities featuring costumed medieval figures like jesters, queens and horses.

Activities are free, but you must pay for dinner. Reservations are required, so act fast by visiting www.mothersondate.com to reserve a spot.

There will be a Knighting Ceremony at the Chick-fil-A located in La Plata, Md., where you can meet the Knight from the Maryland Renaissance Festival, and a muscle car display at the Chick-fil-A in Fredericksburg,Va.

For more information on participating locations click here!

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PHOTOS: 24 Treats From Local Cake Shop

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012, 2:01pm
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PHOTOS: Top 15 Happy Hour Spots in Arlington

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Friday, April 27th, 2012, 8:06am
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PHOTOS: New Luxury Hotel Comes to Georgetown

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Thursday, April 26th, 2012, 8:28am
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100 People to Win Free Year’s Supply of Chick-fil-A in Va.

Submitted by Kristina D'Ambrosio, Community Content Producer
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012, 8:58am
100 People to Win Free Year’s Supply of Chick-fil-A in Va.

Residents are lining the streets in Springfield, Va., as Chick-fil-A opens their newest restaurant, which is located at 6681 Backlick Road. 

To celebrate, Chick-fil-A will be giving away a FREE year’s supply of Chick-fil-A to the first 100 adults in line.

Since 2003, the chain restaurant has given away more than $16 million in free food at almost 600 grand openings.

No tents are permitted, but campers are allowed to bring open-sided canopies if they agree to share with others outside of their party.

The line officially opened at 6 a.m. on Wednesday in Springfield.

The free meal cards will be awarded to the lucky 100 on Thursday between 6 a.m. and 6:10 a.m.

The restaurant officially opens for business shortly after 6 a.m. on Thursday, April 26. 

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