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GUIDE TO WASHINGTON D.C. EAT SWEET SPOTS FOR A SUGAR FIX DISCOVER MIDDLEBURG’S HORSE COUNTRY SEE HIT MUSICALS, BOLD DRAMAS OCTOBER 2017 wheretraveler.com OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER II rolex oyster perpetual and explorer are ® trademarks. Crystal City, Tysons Galleria, and 7th Street NW www.legalseafoods.com October 2017 02 EDITOR‘S NOTE If you’ve had the pleasure of eating out in D.C. IN THE WORLD Where is an inter national network of 04 ASK THE EXPERT OctoberOctober lately, you know the dining scene here is on fi re. magazines fi rst published in 1936 Where Washington,Where D.C. Washington, D.C. 64 THE FIX and distributed in over 4,000 Hungry patrons line up for buzzy openings and leading hotels in more than 50 places around the world. Look Michelin-starred hot spots. But it’s not all about for us when you visit any of the 06 TOP 5 savory dishes; desserts get attention, too. In this following cities, or plan ahead for Amazing ways to connect with your next trip by visiting us online the city this month. issue, we survey some of the most tempting and, at wheretraveler.com. UNITED STATES Alaska, Atlanta, dare we say, addictive (hello, Milk Bar’s crack pie). Baltimore, Boston, Charleston, 08 CALENDAR Of course the capital city Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, India- Save the date and check out is home to iconic sites, We also take a day trip out to the country, specifi - napolis, Jacksonville/St. Septem- these must-do events. berine/Amelia Island, Las Vegas, but if you venture off cally Middleburg, Virginia, where I spent a good Los Angeles, Maui, Miami, Min- 12 INSIDER the beaten path, you’ll part of my horse-obsessed youth. You, too, can neapolis/St. Paul, New Orleans, New York, Oahu, Orange County The best of what’s trending in discover colorful murals hop in the saddle, and don’t forget to visit some of (CA), Orlando, Philadelphia, local food and theater. like the one at Ben’s Phoenix/Scottsdale, San Diego, Chili Bowl honoring mu- the acclaimed local vineyards. Cheers to fall! San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis, 16 IN THE ‘HOOD sician Chuck Brown and Tampa, Tucson, Washington, D.C. ASIA Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore Adams Morgan: Our picks for other local heroes. AUSTRALIA Brisbane, Melbourne, what to eat, drink, do and buy in wheretraveler.com/ Sydney CANADA Calgary, this hot neighborhood. seizethestay Canadian Rockies, Edmonton, Brooke Sabin Halifax, Muskoka/Parry Sound, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, 17 #WHEREDC connect with us Editor, Where Washington, D.C. Inspiring images by us and you Victoria, Whistler, Winnipeg @wheredc EUROPE Berlin, Budapest, Istan- bul, London, Madrid, Milan, Mos- cow, Paris, Rome, St. Petersburg 18 HOW SWEET IT IS D.C. digs dessert 20 TOWN AND COUNTRY As we stroll into fall, I start Middleburg, Virginia, charms thinking about the holidays and with main streets and horses. special events that fi ll the season ahead. I’m delighted to have 22 城市探索指南 been introduced to a purveyor of 专为中国旅行人士选择的文化景 点、高档购物场所和地方餐饮 unique and beautiful keepsakes, IconsDC, to satisfy my gift-giving needs with sophisticated offer- 26 52 Shop Art ings that represent Washington’s rich history and traditions. I’m 30 Food 54 Scene starting with my friends running 41 Sights 58 Be Well in the Marine Corps Marathon, who can celebrate with a pint in 50 Explore 60 Maps this commemorative glass. ON THE COVER Sweets from Buttercream Bake Shop. ©Abby Jiu Middleburg, Virginia, Stephanie Davari boasts a mix of city Publisher, Where Washington, D.C. and country charms. ©STEVE HEAP/SHUTTERSTOCK ©STEVE COURTESY ICONSDC ICONSDC COURTESY 2 WHERE I OCTOBER 2017 WHEREYOUR YOUR TRAVELING COMPANION SINCE 1936® FASHION GURU Julie Kent WASHINGTON, D.C. ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, THE WASHINGTON BALLET PLOTSHERNEXT PUBLISHER Stephanie Davari EDITOR Brooke Sabin “My hopes for COURSE ADVERTISING & CIRCULATION TWB include ACCOUNT MANAGER Jeryl Parade CIRCULATION & MARKETING MANAGER Irena Laster WHERETHESTORESARE building an inter- national reputation EDITORIAL & DESIGN REGIONAL EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Leigh Harrington AMERICANGIRL of excellence.” ART DIRECTOR Dusty Martin CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Amy Alipio, Jennifer Barger APPLE MORRIS VISITOR PUBLICATIONS BLOOMINGDALE’S Q: As you start your second MVP | EXECUTIVE COACH season with TWB, can PRESIDENT Donna W. Kessler you tell us a bit about the CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Dennis Kelly GUCCI VICE PRESIDENT OF AUDIENCE Kurt Caywood direction in which you’re VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS Angela E. Allen LORD&TAYLOR taking the company? VICE PRESIDENT, INTERNAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LOUISVUITTON A: My hopes for TWB Q: When you and your Karen Rodriguez REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES Kristen Standish MACY’S include expanding the husband [associate artistic DIRECTOR OF CIRCULATION Scott Ferguson repertoire, incorporating director Victor Barbee] NATIONAL MARKETING MANAGER Melissa Blanco MADEWELL live musical accompani- want a special night out in MVP | CREATIVE MICHAELKORS ment to all of our perfor- D.C., where do you go? CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER Haines Wilkerson mances (a given in any A: Honestly, we love to SENIOR EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Margaret Martin NORDSTROM Jane Frey great ballet company), stay at home. (Victor is a DESIGN DIRECTOR UNIQLO DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Isaac Arjonilla maintaining dedication great cook!) So dinner al- CREATIVE COORDINATOR Beverly Mandelblatt ZARA to arts education through most always includes our MVP | NATIONAL SALES our renowned school and children. But Fiola Mare WITH OVER SHOPS & RESTAURANTS VICE PRESIDENT, INTEGRATED/DIGITAL SALES Rebekah Valberg building a national and and Fig & Olive are chic, VICE PRESIDENT, NATIONAL MARKETING Adeline Tafuri Jurecka international reputation elegant and delicious. SENIOR DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL OPERATIONS Bridget Duffie 706.821.6663 of excellence that we DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL SALES Liza Meneades should expect in our Q: When you travel, what’s MANAGER, INTEGRATED NATIONAL SALES David Gately capital city. the first thing you do at MVP | PUBLICATION SERVICES your destination? PUBLICATION SERVICES DIRECTOR Kris Miller Q: What’s the best part A: The answer depends PUBLICATION SERVICES MANAGER Cher Wheeler DIGITAL IMAGING Erik Lewis about your job? on the reason for the A: There are many great travel. For work, the first MVP | MANUFACTURING & TECHNOLOGY rewards, but for me, DIRECTOR OF MANUFACTURING Donald Horton thing is finding a water TECHNICAL OPERATIONS MANAGER at the top is watching source. (Is tap ok? Or is Tony Thorne-Booth the dancers fulfill and bottled water needed?) E-mails for all of the above except contributors: surpass their potential [email protected] and experience moments Q: If you could wake up in the studio and on the anywhere tomorrow, stage that will impact the where would that be? A: rest of their lives. A peaceful place MVP | WASHINGTON, D.C. with food, shelter and 1720 I (Eye) St. NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20006 Q: Do you have any pre- my family. 202.463.4550, 202.463.4553 (fax) performance rituals you do MORRIS COMMUNICATIONS with the company? CHAIRMAN William S. Morris III A: PRESIDENT & CEO William S. Morris IV Nope. Early in my ca- BEST TIP CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Derek J. May reer I thought it unwise Barcelona, Raku, The Grilled Oyster Company, to start any pre-perfor- Where® magazine is produced by Morris Visitor Publications (MVP), a division of Morris mance ritual that I didn’t La Piquette, Cactus Cantina Communications Co., LLC. 725 Broad St., Octobera, GA 30901, morrismedianetwork.com. For Your Complimentary Visitor Rewards Booklet, Where magazine and the logo are registered trademarks of Morris Visitor Publications. think I could sustain for and Café Deluxe are great Where makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information it publishes, Visit The Concierge Desk On Level 1, Near Macy’s but cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from errors or omissions. many years. (I was right!) neighborhood restaurants. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part strictly prohibited. ALEXANDER ©DEAN ON METRO’S SILVER LINE | TysonsCornerCenter.com 4 WHERE I OCTOBER 2017 OCTOBER 2017 WASHINGTON D.C. 1 Take a Hike Trails at Virginia’s Great Falls Park (shown) give dramatic views on the Potomac River as it plunges through Mather Gorge. 2 See a Show As theater season gets into full swing, curtains rise and lights go up on stages all over. 3 Hoist a Mug Prost-worthy spots, like Café Berlin on Capitol Hill, draw patrons for Oktober- fest-style imbibing. 4 Snap Some Shots Think the cherry trees are only springtime beauties? At the Tidal Basin, capture their striking fall foliage. 5 Get Spooked To explore D.C.’s creepy side, start in George- town at the infamous “Exorcist” steps. BILOUS/SHUTTERSTOCK ©JON Where do you want to go? Find the best of the city N'S COMMITTEE/EVA CAMACHO-SANCHEZ COMMITTEE/EVA N'S October at a Glance Oct. 12 Oct. 6-7 Opening of The Wharf Smithsonian Craft2Wear Just a few blocks south of the National Mall and More than 60 national artists Monuments, D.C.’s waterfront is getting a major showcase wearable designs upgrade to the tune of good eats, chic stays and artsy at this show and sale. Find venues. The highly anticipated 24-acre project will clothing, jewelry and acces- boast 20 restaurants from acclaimed chefs like Mike sories to elevate your own Isabella and Fabio Trabocchi as well as three hotels, closet, or get your holiday apartment buildings and The Anthem—a magnifi - shopping done early this cent 6,000-capacity concert hall. To top it all off , The season with unique fi nds. Wharf will feature a water taxi system that conve- Tickets: $13. National Build- niently provides access to Maryland and Virginia. ing Museum, 401 F St., NW, www.wharfdc.com 202.633.1000.