Tag: food
Hess convenience store under construction in central Annandale
The new convenience store at the Hess gas station on the corner of Little River Turnpike and John Marr Drive in Annandale was delivered in three pieces from Georgia on April 26 and is being assembled on site. It is expected to be ready to open in July. The Hess Express store will have the … Continued
Annandale residents encouraged to buy produce directly from farms
Farm to Family produce. How would like to receive a box of fresh, nutritious, beautiful vegetables and fruit every week directly from the farm? That’s the concept of community-supported agriculture (CSA). There are different models, but in general, a group of consumers buys shares in a farm or group of farms for a weekly charge … Continued
Annandale resident promotes health benefits of Xocai chocolate
We usually value chocolate as an indulgence savored as a special treat. But chocolate can also be thought of as a health food, as it has natural antioxidants that can help the body fight disease. That’s the message promoted by Annandale resident Diane Ditzler, who sells the Xoҫai line of chocolate products. Xoҫai (pronounced “show … Continued
International Night showcases global diversity at Stuart High School
Stuart students Shafaq Naz and Sara Younas from Pakistan. Diverse cultures, talents, and cuisines were showcased at JEB Stuart High School’s International Night Dec. 20. The event began with food from various countries served by students, many of them wearing traditional outfits. There was injera with a sauce made of chickpeas and tomatoes from Eritrea; … Continued
Red Holic: a bit different from the usual Korean fare
By Colin Chambers Red Holic, a relatively new Korean diner tucked into a semi-basement at 7123 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, definitely delivers for Korean comfort food. Red Holic is a great alternative to the more popular nearby places like Palace, Shilla, and Ara. Red Holic’s version of the double-fried Korean fried chicken that has become … Continued
Rotarians and students deliver Thanksgiving meals to needy families
Stuart students Mariyatou Barry and Sufian Abulohom load boxes of food for delivery. Needy families in Bailey’s Crossroads were able to enjoy complete Thanksgiving dinners due to the generosity of the Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club, working in partnership with the JEB Stuart High School Interact Club. Bailey’s Community Center compiled a list of needy families. … Continued
Cold weather is a great time for Pho Hot
Now that the weather is getting colder, it’s an excellent time for pho, the Vietnamese noodle soup that’s a hearty meal in a bowl. One of the top places for pho [pronounced fuh] in Annandale is Pho Hot, 7224 Little River Turnpike (near Blockbuster in the Little River Plaza Shopping Center). The spacious restaurant offers … Continued
Another pizza place coming to Annandale
Paisano’s Pizza getting ready to open. A Paisano’s Pizza restaurant is expected to open at 7327 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, in early 2013. Paisano’s is a franchise-operated restaurant chain that offers pasta, subs, wings, calzones, salads and other items, as well as pizza.The Annandale location will sell beer but not wine, says corporate spokesperson Gary … Continued
The battle of the soups: Pho Hoa vs. Gom Ba Woo
The pho at Pho Hoa By James Moon In some bouts, competitors start from opposite corners. But in Annandale two small, opposing restaurants known for their soup, have shared the same corner, overlooking Columbia Pike at Tom Davis Drive for years. To the left is Pho Hoa (7133-B Columbia Pike), a Vietnamese noodle soup specialist … Continued
Farmers markets offer ‘goat shares,’ along with locally grown produce
You can find plenty of locally produced, high-quality but common items at the Fairfax County farmers markets, like just-picked peaches and tomatoes, but there are also some more unusual things, like “goat shares.” At a recent trip to the market at Wakefield Park, the most popular items at the Lois’s Produce and Herbs were green … Continued
Annandale area schools participating in summer meals program
Twenty-eight Fairfax County public schools, including 13 in Annandale/Mason District, are taking part in the U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded summer food service program. This program ensures that students who qualify for a free or reduced-price meal during the school can also have access to a free, nutritious breakfast, lunch, or both during the summer.The Fairfax … Continued
Annandale farmers markets open in May
Flowers on sale at the Wakefield market last summer Fairfax County farmers markets, offering fresh fruits and vegetables and other items from local producers, will open in early May. There are two farmers markets in the Annandale area: The Annandale Farmers Market, in Mason District Park, 6623 Columbia Pike, is open Thursdays, 8 a.m.-noon, from … Continued
Michelle Obama, Rachael Ray will have lunch at Parklawn Elementary School
Michelle Obama [WH photo] First lady Michelle Obama will be at Parklawn Elementary School, in the Annandale area, tomorrow at 11:15 a.m., along with celebrity chef Rachael Ray and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, to unveil new federal nutrition standards for school meals. “Improving America’s school lunches is one of the five key pillars of Mrs. Obama’s … Continued
Weyanoke students have green thumbs
Weyanoke students show off their sweet potatoes Students at Weyanoke Elementary School learned about the wonders of gardening when they grew 55 sweet potatoes from a single neglected potato that kindergarten teacher Ellen Crutchley found in her pantry last year. The old potato had grown eyes and tiny leaves, so she put in water and … Continued
Inova CEO cook-off highlights sustainability
Singleton (left) and Pasternak In an effort to get patients and visitors to make healthier food choices, Inova Heath Systems staged a “Battle of the CEO Celebrity Chefs” in the Fairfax Hospital cafeteria yesterday. The cook-off pitted Inova Fairfax Hospital CEO Reuben Pasternak’s stuffed peppers against Inova Health System CEO Knox Singleton’s squash casserole. The two … Continued