Eight new reasons to dine out in Virginia [Zagat]
At least 300 first dates at Clarendon’s Faccia Luna have ended in marriage, says co-owner. [ARLnow]
Blackwall Hitch brings three riverfront patios to Alexandria. [Washingtonian]
Try Uzbek cuisine at Silk Road Choyhona in Gaithersburg, Md. [Post]
Second State is closed for good, according to anonymous sources. [Borderstan]
Bayou Bakery chef David Guas shows off his grilling toys. [NoVa Mag]
Crumbs & Coffee has closed in Adams Morgan. [PoPville]
D.C.’s most anticipated restaurant openings of 2015 [Eater]
Photo of Brine by Jessica Sidman