A delightful English tradition is brought to American shores with Leesburg's Aylesbury Tea Room.  Lacy tablecloths and curtains, delicate china and vases of lovely flowers beautify the atmosphere at Aylesbury Tea Room.  Proprietors Karen Stromen and Jessica Billigmeier grew up in Great Britain where tea was a part of life.  Now, here in Virginia they bring... [Read more...]

Coming up this September in nearby Frederick, Maryland is the Great Frederick Fair.  Rated the #1 Fair by the Washington Post, this is the fair's 149th year!  Come and enjoy the midway games and food as well as exhibits from all over the county.  Ride on the Ferris wheel or win a stuffed animal or other game prize.  From giant pumpkins to prize vegetables,... [Read more...]

When you are hungry for the sweetest, juiciest berries or the most flavorful tree-ripened apples or peaches, the best place to look is at the local Loudon County Farmer's Market in Leesburg.  If it is salad that you are looking for, crisp fresh lettuce or cucumber, or if you are seeking fragrant melons, you can always be sure of getting the best produce... [Read more...]

This past Saturday, a ribbon cutting ceremony with Town of Leesburg officials marked the grand opening of new SGO Designer Glass studio.  Artist Suzanne Stipek is the owner and has created many notable works, including a replica of the ancient Japanese masterpiece "The Great Wave."  She gives personal attention to all clients and loves working with custom designs. A... [Read more...]

Mom's Apple Pies - the company’s pies were named one of the five best mail-order pies by Country Living Magazine in 2010, and they have an eat-in location in Leesburg.  These are indeed some of the best pies you may home to taste.  You would think they were homemade!  In fact, many of the ingredients are grown fresh right on Mom's farm.  Each season has... [Read more...]

Waffles are the most amazing and inventive food ever.  Each little pocket captures its share of delicious topping, and the raised part of the grid retains just enough crispiness to be delicious.  Who is the first person to think of baking a breakfast food in the shape of, of – it’s hard even to describe the shape without using the word waffle!  When objects... [Read more...]

It is National Panini Month and that means it is time to celebrate the sandwich!  "Panini" of course is the Italian word for sandwiches and in current American usage has come to mean a particular type of sandwich made from Italian bread and ingredients and usually toasted in a special grill press.  ("Panino" by the way, is the Italian word for just one sandwich,... [Read more...]

It's back to school time!  With the first day of school on August 29th, the kids are getting excited about their new classes and the new friends they'll be making.  And parents are looking at sales and supply lists so everyone will be ready with what they need for that first day.  Here are a few helpful tips and information for back to school in the Leesburg,... [Read more...]