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Freshly picked blueberries (Kristy McCarron/DC on Heels)

Summer Blueberry Picking

D.C. Pick Your Owns and Matching Recipes I have a framed picture next to my childhood bed of me proudly holding a large crate of freshly picked blueberries, basking in the summer sun. I’m not sure exactly what I did with all of those “blubes” at the ripe age of
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June Food Finds

A List of June Food Favorites Where did June go? Here is my list of attempts to beat the start of summer heat. Yvette van Boven’s Pavlova recipe (featured in Bon Appetit), adding fennel and tarragon — an absolute crowd pleaser. The newest addition of H & pizza
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Swimwear with Style

Advice from a Brazilian Beachwear Designer I’m not very daring in my beachwear. When it comes to swimsuits, I stick to the traditional two-piece bikini with a halter tie top. And when I’m feeling extra bloated or out of shape, I go for the tried and trusted tankini
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