FEATURES
Bringing Them Home
Working outside official diplomatic channels—and in delicate, sometimes dangerous circumstances—Mickey Bergman has made it his life’s work to free people, mostly Americans, who are wrongly held abroad. By Andrew Zaleski.
Joy Ride
To celebrate America’s 200th birthday in 1976, some 4,100 cyclists hit the road for the “Bikecentennial,” a cross-country journey that changed how they saw themselves—and the nation. By Ron Cassie.
We the Party People
From the biggest national events to overlooked local gems to—yes, really—mixed martial arts on the White House lawn, here’s our guide to celebrating America’s 250th birthday in and around Washington. By Ike Allen, Kate Corliss, Patrick Hruby, and Dara T. Mathis.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Goodbye, Mom N Pop: A beloved antiques shop closes after 40 years. By Alex Mack.
Lost World: A photo archive offers a fascinating glimpse of the past. By Dara T. Mathis.
DC Debuts: Compelling new DC books. By Tristan Espinoza.
Capitol Facts: A “biography” of the US Capitol explores its complex history. By L. Wayne Hicks.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Examining Espionage: A former intelligence officer who helped investigate Guantánamo interrogations is now the International Spy Museum’s historian. By Andrew Beaujon.
Life After the Times: David Brooks was one of DC’s most prominent and controversial political columnists. Now he wants to contemplate deeper matters. By Drew Lindsay.
LIFE, TRAVEL & HEALTH
New Kids on the Block: Recently opened places to eat, stay, and play at the beach, from breezy seafood spots to a faux surfing lagoon. By Eric Wallace.
Out of the Blue: A biologist set out to treat a premature-aging disorder. Her discovery launched a beauty business. By Daniella Byck.
Prepare for Liftoff: Fewer frozen faces, more younger patients: Welcome to the new and improved facelift. Plus—our list of top plastic surgeons. By Olivia Konen and Samantha Skolnick.
TASTE
Fowl Play: Our take on two buzzy new chicken places. By Ann Limpert.
Hidden Eats: Iranian expats flock to this store for groceries—and great takeout. By Ike Allen,
The Waiting Game: Want to check out that hot new restaurant? Get in line! By Jessica Sidman.
Thrall of the Wild: Restaurants where diners can get a taste of foraged ingredients. By Nevin Martell.
New and Noteworthy: A dozen new restaurants we’re excited about this month. By Ike Allen.
HOME
Four Vacation Homes We Love: From lake-house compound to quiet bayside cottage, these summer homes are tailored for the rhythms of life by the water. By Charlotte Safavi.
Neighborhood Briefing: the Wharf and Southwest Waterfront: New places to eat, shop, and play in this thriving area of DC. By Kate Corliss and Dara T. Mathis.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
NGO head Kate Schecter on how a childhood experience in the USSR shaped her. By Dara T. Mathis.
FEATURES
Bringing Them Home
Working outside official diplomatic channels—and in delicate, sometimes dangerous circumstances—Mickey Bergman has made it his life’s work to free people, mostly Americans, who are wrongly held abroad. By Andrew Zaleski.
Joy Ride
To celebrate America’s 200th birthday in 1976, some 4,100 cyclists hit the road for the “Bikecentennial,” a cross-country journey that changed how they saw themselves—and the nation. By Ron Cassie.
We the Party People
From the biggest national events to overlooked local gems to—yes, really—mixed martial arts on the White House lawn, here’s our guide to celebrating America’s 250th birthday in and around Washington. By Ike Allen, Kate Corliss, Patrick Hruby, and Dara T. Mathis.
CAPITAL COMMENT
Goodbye, Mom N Pop: A beloved antiques shop closes after 40 years. By Alex Mack.
Lost World: A photo archive offers a fascinating glimpse of the past. By Dara T. Mathis.
DC Debuts: Compelling new DC books. By Tristan Espinoza.
Capitol Facts: A “biography” of the US Capitol explores its complex history. By L. Wayne Hicks.
THINGS TO DO
Our ten picks for the month in culture. By Pat Padua.
IQ
Examining Espionage: A former intelligence officer who helped investigate Guantánamo interrogations is now the International Spy Museum’s historian. By Andrew Beaujon.
Life After the Times: David Brooks was one of DC’s most prominent and controversial political columnists. Now he wants to contemplate deeper matters. By Drew Lindsay.
LIFE, TRAVEL & HEALTH
New Kids on the Block: Recently opened places to eat, stay, and play at the beach, from breezy seafood spots to a faux surfing lagoon. By Eric Wallace.
Out of the Blue: A biologist set out to treat a premature-aging disorder. Her discovery launched a beauty business. By Daniella Byck.
Prepare for Liftoff: Fewer frozen faces, more younger patients: Welcome to the new and improved facelift. Plus—our list of top plastic surgeons. By Olivia Konen and Samantha Skolnick.
TASTE
Fowl Play: Our take on two buzzy new chicken places. By Ann Limpert.
Hidden Eats: Iranian expats flock to this store for groceries—and great takeout. By Ike Allen,
The Waiting Game: Want to check out that hot new restaurant? Get in line! By Jessica Sidman.
Thrall of the Wild: Restaurants where diners can get a taste of foraged ingredients. By Nevin Martell.
New and Noteworthy: A dozen new restaurants we’re excited about this month. By Ike Allen.
HOME
Four Vacation Homes We Love: From lake-house compound to quiet bayside cottage, these summer homes are tailored for the rhythms of life by the water. By Charlotte Safavi.
Neighborhood Briefing: the Wharf and Southwest Waterfront: New places to eat, shop, and play in this thriving area of DC. By Kate Corliss and Dara T. Mathis.
Off The Market: Some of the region’s recent high-end residential transactions. By Washingtonian Staff.
FIRST PERSON
NGO head Kate Schecter on how a childhood experience in the USSR shaped her. By Dara T. Mathis.
