Magazine Issues

October 2016: Let’s Go Out for Breakfast

Plus, where local VIPs live, the grisly crime that shocked McLean, and creating your dream kitchen.

This page describes the contents of an issue of Washingtonian magazine. Subscribers get exclusive early access through our print and digital editions. Most of our feature stories are later published online and linked below.

Buy a Single Issue
Subscribe

Or Manage My Subscription

Let’s Go Out For Breakfast

For some people, breakfast is a key to start a fresh and energetic day. We pick a list of various breakfast items for you, featuring pancakes, coffee, buns, breakfast pizza, and more. Also, we present brunch, fine dining, and Mexican eats. Want to explore about breakfast in DC? You will never run out of options with our breakfast package.  Edited by Ann Limpert.

FEATURES

George and Willie in the only known picture of them with on of their captors, showman AI G. Barnes.
George and Willie in the only known picture of them with on of their captors, showman AI G. Barnes. Photograph courtesy of Josh Meltzer.

In 1899, Albino African-American Brothers Were Stolen From Their Virginia Home to be Circus Performers. This is Their Story.

It was a cautionary tale for kids across Virginia: Albino African-American brothers stolen. By Andy Kroll.

Do Women Have to Talk Like Men to Win? And Should They?

Chris Jahnke quietly teaches women politicians how to talk without being maligned as angry as shrill. Is it a public service or a surrender?  By Alexis Sobel Fitts

Nightmare in McLean

Andrew Schmuhl forced his way into Leo Fisher and Sue Duncan’s home, torturing and nearly killing them before being arrested wearing nothing but an adult diaper. Was it a calculated act of revenge–or an addict’s rampage? By Jason Fagone.

Power Houses: A Voyeur’s Guide to the Homes of Rich and Famous Washington

The Genealogy of Washington Restaurants: Dozens of DC Chefs Have All Worked For the Same Four Dining Pioneers. By Ann Limpert.

CAPITAL COMMENT

The Biggest Hurdle Facing DC’s New Trump Hotel Might Be Donald Trump

In parts of Virginia, it's easier to sell guns than coffee. Photograph by Jeff Elkins.
In parts of Virginia, it’s easier to sell guns than coffee. Photograph by Jeff Elkins

This Couple Is Having an Easier Time Selling Guns Than Coffee

Is Bluegrass Dying in DC?

These Globetrotting Foodies Think DC Getting a Michelin Guide Is Absurd

The Word “Rigged” Is Having a Moment

7 Places to Scary Yourself Silly Around DC

Where & When

The 19 things you really ought to do this month.

IQ

VOTER CITY MADMAN: Fournier, with Chuck Todd and Doris Kearns Goodwin, is crazy about his Detroit hometown, while DC makes him nuts. Photograph by NBC Universal Media.
VOTER CITY MADMAN: Fournier, with Chuck Todd and Doris Kearns Goodwin, is crazy about his Detroit hometown, while DC makes him nuts. Photograph by NBC Universal Media.

Interview: No Pundit Has Spent As Much Time Bashing Washington as Ron Fournier. Now He’s Leaving Town.

Arts: These Art Collectors Want to Make Southwest DC More like Miami

Media: Roll Call Was Once Capitol Hill’s Newspaper of Record. What Happened?

Postcard: Bus is the New Train or Forget Metro. Take the Bus.

LIFE

A Dress Covered With Cats and 21 Other Funky Animal Prints You Can Buy Right Now. By Sarah Zlotnick.

A Washingtonian’s Guide to Nashville

Nashville

Photograph of Hatch Show Print courtesy of country music hall of fame and museum.

Even if you love our town, it’s nice to get away. This month: America’s country-music capital.

How to Spend a Day in Loudoun CountyWhere to eat, drink, and shop right now.

The Agony of the Feet: Five ways you’re probably destroying them–and expert advice on easing the pain.

4 Pairs of Podiatrist-Approved Shoes That Are Actually Super-Cute

These Private Schools Are Even More Customized for Your Kid

TASTE

The thin strands of pasta are tossed with tomatoes and briny clams at Casolare.
The thin strands of pasta are tossed with tomatoes and briny clams at Casolare.

Our Review of Casolare: Michael Schlow brings a taste of coastal Italy to Glover Park

Dish of the Month: Tasting of goat

Fresh On the Scene: Ten new restaurants in the town

HOME

Forman says upgrading to a Viking range was "one of the best decisions I made." Photograph courtesy of Williams-Sonoma.
Forman says upgrading to a Viking range was “one of the best decisions I made.” Photograph courtesy of Williams-Sonoma.

Great Kitchens: The kitchens of these 3 local foodies will fill you with envy

Kitchen Help: Your guide to all the people and businesses who can remake your kitchen

The Potomac Problem: Bethesda homeowners can’t find anyone to buy their megamansions.

Settler on patrol at Early Mountain Vineyards. Photograph by Derek Carbonneau.
Settler on patrol at Early Mountain Vineyards. Photograph by Derek Carbonneau.

The Vine Life: This Virginia Vineyard Came With Its Own Dog Greeter.

First Person: What Willard Scott Owes to Bozo the Clown.

Want more? Of course you do. Take a look at our past issues.