Author Archives: Alison Beckwith
The Barbershop Off Route 1 Where Legendary Bluesman Archie Edwards Worked — and Played
Legendary bluesman Archie Edwards ran a barbershop just outside Mount Rainier for decades where held regular jam sessions with everyone from amateurs to blues greats. Continue reading
Inside the Jersey-Inspired Menu at Denizens in Riverdale Park
Since 2020, New Jersey native Chris Van Jura has been selling Jersey-style hot dogs at Catalyst. Now he’s selling them at Denizens Brewing Co. too. Continue reading
The Burger Shop Opens at miXt Food Hall in Brentwood
A burger praised as one of the D.C. area’s best has come to miXt Food Hall in Brentwood. Continue reading
Jim Morrison’s Favorite Hangout on Route 1 Was an Arthouse
Before becoming a rock star, Jim Morrison attended high school in Alexandria, Va., and occasionally came to Route 1. Continue reading
Hyattsville’s Cocineros Adds Latin-Inspired Mixed Drinks to the Menu
Hyattsville Latin American eatery Cocineros now includes a sit-down bar with various alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options alongside its wide-ranging menu of items from Mexico, Central America, and Chile. Continue reading
Spice Kitchen West African Grill Opens Restaurant Next to New Lidl Near Hyattsville
After a successful run as a tenant at the miXt Food Hall in Brentwood, the popular West African eatery has moved into its own space on Queens Chapel Road. Continue reading
Greenbelt Cinema Screens Documentary on Prince George’s County School Desegregation
The Greenbelt Cinema will host a screening and discussion of a documentary about school desegregation in Prince George’s County. Continue reading
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Two New Hispanic Markets Now Open on Route 1
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Bus Driver Dies After Crash Into Two Riverdale Park Buildings
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Cheverly Sues Bladensburg to Stop Annexation of Former Hospital Site
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New Pizzeria at Brentwood’s miXt Food Hall Uses 72-Hour Dough Recipe
