Living In Woodbridge VA

Making A Personal Cookbook

2012-05-07T10:30:00.000-04:00

The easiest way we found to make a personal cookbook is to gather decades worth of recipe clippings and streamline them into one neat online heritage cookbook! Family members can now access and print out their favorite recipes and I don't have to worry where I filed the recipe. Gathering family favorites was obviously a "family thing" that goes to 1898. You're welcome to check out our family

Medianoche: The Perfect Super Bowl Food

2012-05-07T10:00:00.000-04:00

Are you ready for some football? Ok...so I don't have end zone tickets for the Super Bowl but I will have the best seat in my family room. In our house, the decibel level at game time normally rivals that of a regular football stadium so the atmosphere will be close to the real thing. Food, however, is the star attraction at any Super Bowl gathering so what's on your menu? Since

Linguine With Scallops

2011-12-20T18:09:00.001-05:00

Ever had fresh linguine with scallops? You can also prepare this recipe with fettuccine but whichever type of pasta you select, pick the fresh kind. It cooks faster and has a completely different taste and texture than the boxed variety. This recipe for fresh pasta with scallops - and shrimp - qualifies as seafood comfort food. Coquilles Saint Jacques à la Parisienne was on the menu recently,

Woodbridge VA Local Garage Sales

2011-09-03T13:41:00.001-04:00

Fall is in the air and the need to make a dollar stretch more than ever means that people everywhere are looking for super deals and great prices on a variety of articles of clothing and household items. Feel free to advertise on the Living In Woodbridge VA Local Garage Sales page for added exposure with an RSS feed that automatically posts/pings newly submitted content to our subscriber base.

Massive Egg Recall

2010-08-20T09:34:00.000-04:00

A massive egg recall hits close to home. Not reassuring...but here is how to check your carton for recalled eggs. Many of the brands mentioned in the article are not available locally but Lucerne is the main dairy brand for Safeway stores. More about supermarkets in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Misty Ridge Apartment Community in Woodbridge Sells for $45M

2010-08-18T16:07:00.000-04:00

Is yours one of the 22 thousand plus BRAC jobs coming to this corner of northern Virginia in 2011? Misty Ridge, a 409-unit, 328,001 square foot Class "B" apartment community at 1989 Delaware Drive in Woodbridge, VA has sold for $45 million. It is already slated for renovation and carries a real advantage: its proximity to Fort Belvoir and to the Virginia VRE commuter trains!

Spring has sprung!

2010-03-24T11:44:00.002-04:00

I am SO happy to see signs of spring everywhere around Woodbridge, Virginia. Was getting tired of the steely grey skies and the non-stop rain. When the sun finally made an appearance, it was great to spend the day outside and begin the task of reclaiming the garden from our multiples winter storms. There was quite a bit of "hidden" damage. Not only are the crocuses and daffodils in bloom but

Home2 Suites coming to Woodbridge, VA

2010-03-11T19:20:00.002-05:00

And now for a Hilton Worldwide.... It was announced recently that a Home2 Suites is coming to Woodbridge, Virginia. It will be located near Potomac Mills Mall on Telegraph Road, and is scheduled to open in early 2012. The four story Home2 Suites, second location in the DC area, will feature 125 suites and an indoor pool along with many other amenities. More hotels in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Hispanic Grocery Stores in Woodbridge, VA

2010-03-02T17:23:00.018-05:00

Question: "Where can I find hispanic grocery stores in Virginia?" We will narrow our focus to hispanic grocery stores in Woodbridge, Virginia. With food specialties, a butcher shop and a large selection of imported wines and beers, one of the oldest stores in this area is the Americana Grocery at 13215 Occoquan Road, in Woodbridge 22191. Their telephone number is (793)497-6100. They are

Go Fly A Kite!

2010-03-02T08:48:00.012-05:00

Surely hope they bottled up some of those fierce winds we've been treated to here in Woodbridge, Virginia during the past week. You know...just in case March 27th is a hazy day without the slightest hint of a breeze. It would be bad news for the 44th Annual Smithsonian Kite Festival. Hosted by two of our favorite downtown destinations (the Smithsonian and the Air & Space Museum) and

Zoe's Kitchen at Potomac Town Center

2010-02-16T10:56:00.003-05:00

Zoë's Kitchen is open and the food is good! Have you had lunch there? Add your review to our website! Where? 14901 Potomac Town Place, Suite 100, Woodbridge, VA 22193, right across Wegman's side entrance. Can't miss it with the large orange signs and canopies. The telephone number is 703-580-4408 and the fax is (703)580-4482. When are they open? Sunday through Thursday, Zoe's is open

Los Toltecos - True Mexican Cuisine

2010-02-16T10:45:00.009-05:00

Los Toltecos...is now open at 4120 Merchants Plaza [also known as the Glen] shopping center. One of several locations in our area, this new restaurant offers authentic Mexican cuisine in Lake Ridge. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, with dine in or carry out options. Kids eat free on Mondays and be sure to check out their weekly specials. Their telephone number is [703]680-4120. More&

Snowy Landscape

2010-02-11T17:14:00.002-05:00

And here I was so pleased that certain new landscaping plants had survived the "transplant" phase this summer and fall... Damage caused by the first 20 inches of snow was bad enough. A bright sunny day does nothing to lessen the damage done by the extra inches of snow and some hungry deer...who managed to uncover and nibble on supposedly deer-proof plants! The only consolation is the amount of

Teen Job Fair 2010

2010-02-02T08:57:00.001-05:00

Looking for a summer job? Here is your opportunity to get an idea of employment opportunities for this summer. The fair is slated for Saturday, March 20th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Tall Oaks Center, in Lake Ridge, Virginia. Tall Oaks is located at 12298 Cotton Mill Drive right off Old Bridge Road. Hiring personnel representing various employers will be present to accept applications.

Dog Tags

2010-01-29T15:31:00.002-05:00

A Quick Reminder! Have a pet dog? Prince William County licenses should be purchased and on your pet by February 1, 2010. You must also be current with the rabies vaccination. This applies to both "indoor" dogs and dogs restricted to a fenced in yard. The tag must be attached to the dog's collar. Still need to buy a tag? You can buy them by mail, through the Animal Shelter or

Federal Day Care Centers in National Capital Region

2010-01-26T21:25:00.000-05:00

For a complete overview of the federal child care program and day care centers available through the GSA, please visit their informative website. Be sure to check the listing of child care centers in the National Capital region. Click on the link to add your review and comments about quality child care in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Our Wedding Shopping Guide

2009-12-15T09:37:00.005-05:00

In response to several questions received from recent visitors to our site, we're built a new page...with the participation of several local businesses. Among the questions: "Where to find bridal gowns in Woodbridge, VA" and "Wedding planning resources". The Wedding Shopping Guide tells our own wedding story along with a growing list of resources. Can you add to those resources?

Seasons in Thyme

2009-12-02T22:28:00.002-05:00

Need a beautiful hand crafted gift? Support your local artists! Seasons in Thyme

Kids Activities in DC - Washington DC Fun For Kids - Kids' Activities at Gaylord National

2009-11-30T20:59:00.000-05:00

You don't have to go very far from Woodbridge, VA to feel as if you've stepped into magical place. Wondering what to do with the little ones during the winter break? Check out the varied Kids Activities at Gaylord National.This year, I'm taking my little guys to Christmas on the Potomac.

Shopping Potomac Mills Mall

2009-11-25T17:24:00.003-05:00

It's an outlet shopper's mecca...When Potomac Mills Mall opened its doors in September 1985, we were among the first shoppers to walk the polished parquet floors.If you are arranging a shopping adventure to Potomac Mills aka the Mall, be sure to read our tweets on mall happenings, new posts to this blog or check out our website, where you can submit shopping related questions or leave comments

Rise early and save often on Black Friday

2009-11-25T17:15:00.002-05:00

Potomac Mills Mall opens after Thanksgiving dinner at midnight! Check out the Black Friday schedules for major malls. You can go to bed early and get up at the crack of dawn or stay up late after Thanksgiving dinner and then go shopping. Hmmm...not sure either one is an option for me!