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By Heather Greenleaf Tender hunks of pork shoulder, deeply flavored with cumin, sat atop a thick tangy melt-away mojo sauce peppered with tiny pork bits. Bright cilantro, soft strands of tangy red onion, and sour segments of orange balanced out the heady dish, called Masitas de Puerco ($16), and the highlight of dinner at Jose […]
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Valentine’s Day is upon us, and whether you’re single or in a relationship, here are six fun and creative ideas on how to spend cupid’s holiday in Atlanta. If music is on your itinerary of love, check out these fabulous places to get your night started right. Acoustix Jazz Restaurant and Lounge will host The
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Recently I had the opportunity to dine at The Optimist restaurant on Howell Mill Road. My inner round girl, whose name is Gloria aka Glo for short, was very much happy to oblige. It was brutally cold outside, so pulling up to valet with no line was a fantastic way to start my dining experience.
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D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) usually make news due to less than flattering circumstances; over the years the embattled public school system has made headlines for lackluster teaching, crumbling infrastructure, and vermin infestations. However, last month DCPS made headlines for positive reasons, at least initially: according to the biennial National Assessment of Educational Progress, D.C. Public
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The stand-up scene has certainly always existed in the Washington, D.C. area, evidenced by the household names of Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, and Patton Oswalt. However, over the past few years, as the District has experienced a boom in population, affluence, and gentrification, the effects have been more than just a recent uptick of culture
Detroit Hustles Harder By Allison Nim If you’re very familiar with Detroit, you’re probably familiar with that phrase. If you’re not, the audacity of it might reinforce the city’s universally held nefarious reputation. But if you appreciate Detroit, you probably visualize a different kind of hustle. You might picture the countless businesses eagerly popping up
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Detroit is prime for human trafficking, and girls are getting caught up in the clutches and underworld of the commercial sex industry. It isn’t random or by accident. The city is plagued with major issues. Hardcore baseline problems are found within the city’s economy and education system. Contributing as a third factor for the easy
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By Alicia Schaeffer (aliciaontheweb.com) The Athena Film Festival is back in New York City this month, February 6-9, with a diverse roster of films, panels, and workshops focusing on women’s leadership and personal journeys. Currently in its fourth year, Athena is one of the most accessible festivals in NYC, taking place in upper Manhattan at
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