Tag: food
Amazon Fresh store slated for Bailey’s Crossroads might never open
The Amazon Fresh grocery store slated for the Crossroads Center in Bailey’s Crossroads appears to be in limbo, the Washington Business Journal reports. Amazon is experiencing huge losses and is closing some grocery stores and cutting back on plans to open new ones, states an article posted by WSJ on Feb. 7. At least … Continued
Bone soup restaurant coming to Annandale
A new restaurant coming to central Annandale will specialize in beef bone soup that was boiled all day. The ShinChon Sullungtang Korean Bone Soup restaurant is located at 7131-B Little River Turnpike, although the entrance is on John Marr Drive. It is expected to have a soft opening in mid-February and a grand opening by … Continued
Stuff the Bus will be here on Saturday
Fairfax County’s Stuff the Bus campaign will be at Graham Park Plaza on Jan. 21 and the Annandale Giant on Feb. 11. Stuff the Bus is a partnership between the county and local nonprofits, It was launched in 2011 to collect food donated by residents to restock the shelves of local food pantries that get … Continued
Popcorn shop to open in Seven Corners
Robin Rinearson, the owner of Jake’s Ice Cream in Barcroft Plaza, is opening Jack’s Gourmet Popcorn in the Seven Corners Shopping Center. It will be located between Michaels and The Vacuum Center. Rinearson hopes to open the shop by the end of March. The popcorn will be made on-site. In addition to regular popcorn, there … Continued
State tax on groceries eliminated
As of Jan. 1, Virginian’s grocery costs were slightly reduced, as the elimination of the 1.5 percent state sales tax on groceries took effect. Localities are still collecting a 1 percent tax on groceries, however. The grocery tax cut will reduce state revenue by some $7 million – a small portion of the roughly $4.9 … Continued
There’s nothing like a hotpot on a cold day
Cold weather means it’s time to cozy up with some hot soup. 9292 Shabu, a hotpot restaurant that just opened at 7131-A Little River Turnpike in Annandale, offers cook-your-own soup with a large selection of all-you-can-eat ingredients. Diners can get creative and mix and match broth varieties, protein, noodles, and vegetables to come up with … Continued
Recipes sought for Fairfax Co. cookbook
Do you make a beloved, delicious dish with an interesting story? The Fairfax County Public Library is collecting recipes for a forthcoming e-book called “Fairfax County Cooks: A Community Cookbook.” This will be the first book in a series featuring diverse traditions and stories from the community. Recipes for the cookbook must be submitted online. … Continued
Students urged to avoid the extremely hot One Chip Challenge
School leaders nationwide are urging students not to try the One Chip Challenge, a super spicy tortilla chip that has sent people to the hospital. Glasgow Middle School Principal Victor Powell called upon parents to speak with their students “about the dangers of this challenge and encourage them not to participate.” “We are not allowing … Continued
Free meals at 13 Annandale/Mason schools
Fairfax County Public Schools will continue to provide free breakfasts and lunches during the 2022-23 school year at 34 schools, including these schools in the Annandale/Mason District area. Annandale High School Annandale Terrace Elementary School Bailey’s Elementary Bailey’s Upper Elementary Beech Tree Elementary Braddock Elementary Glasgow Middle School Glen Forest Elementary Justice High School Parklawn … Continued
It’s Farmers Market Week
Special activities are happening at Mason District Park and Wakefield Park Aug. 10 and 11 for Farmers Market Week. On Wednesday, Aug, 10, 2-6 p.m., the Wakefield Farmers Market, will host fun and educational activities for families. Hands On Harvests will teach people how to harvest milkweed seeds. The Fairfax County Library will have a … Continued
Farmers markets are open
The farmers markets in Annandale parks are now open. The Wakefield market at Wakefield Park, at 8100 Braddock Road, is open Wednesdays, 2-6 p.m., through Oct. 26. The vendors include: Baguette Republic – croissants, muffins, and other baked goods. Doughboy Creamery – ice cream. F.J. Medina & Son Farm – vegetables, fruit, herbs. Happy Family … Continued
Taco Bamba opens in Lincolnia
Taco Bamba Taqueria is now open in Lincolnia. The restaurant specializes in tacos, tortas, sopes, and quesadillas. The menu reflects the Cuban and Peruvian background of owner/chef Victor Albisu, along with his take on Mexican street food. Two things set Taco Bamba apart from other fast-casual restaurants: It has a full bar, offering craft cocktails … Continued
Empty shelves at local grocery store
The Annandale Giant on Columbia Pike had many empty shelves on Jan. 11. Are you seeing shortages at other nearby grocery stores? A Giant manager blamed the empty shelves on slow deliveries. He anticipates a shipment of produce and milk will arrive this morning. Empty grocery shelves are a nationwide phenomenon. An article in the … Continued
Sweet Frog coming to Columbia Pike, Annandale
Sweet Frog, a self-service frozen yogurt shop, is coming to the Annandale Shopping Center on Columbia Pike. The shop will be located between Mathnasium and the expanded Collector’s World, which is moving from a smaller spot in the same shopping center. Sweet Frog customers choose among seven or eight frozen yogurt flavors and add extras … Continued
Meat store opens in Annandale
Wow Fresh Meat Market is now open in Annandale. The small shop offers Korean-style meats for individuals and restaurants, such as short ribs used in galbi.