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Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

Transition for most people is hard, even if it’s a positive change. Stepping out of your comfort zone takes courage whether it’s for your business or in your personal life.  There are some people who are willing to continue to operate like they have for years. But our landscape is changing at a rapid pace and change is inevitable. Instead of resisting change, embrace it because what you resist persists. Push yourself by taking a baby step; you’ll be amazed at what you or your business can do!

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Health Violations Close Maryland Bakeries & Cafes

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WUSA) A high-end Bethesda bakery, a well- known fried chicken restaurant, and a Dunkin' Donuts are among six DMV eateries closed by health inspectors for sanitation violations.

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Got Brunch? 5 Reasons to Try Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge

Got Brunch? 5 Reasons to Try Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge

Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge now offers a brunch menu in addition to their regular lunch menu. The brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The menu features a variety of sweets, eggs, omelets, and more.

“Brunch is a special time of the day for many people,” says Ryan Fichter, Executive Chef of Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge. “Brunch is a great meal because you get so many good options to choose from, and you don’t have to get out of bed early to enjoy them before the breakfast menu is no longer available.”

Here are 5 reasons to make a point of going to brunch:

1. Power up to power shop. Those who will be engaged in heavy holiday shopping will need to fuel up in order to keep going. They can get all the energy they need by attending a brunch. Whether going before heading out to shop, or stopping in after they get that party started, the food will be ready and waiting.

Restaurants Increasingly Enter the Food Porn Ring

Restaurants Increasingly Enter the Food Porn Ring

You may not know what it’s called, but there’s no doubt that you have been exposed to it. You have probably even felt a little hungry after seeing it. You may have licked your lips and headed off to the kitchen or a restaurant for a taste of what you have seen. It may linger on your mind for days after, seducing you to stop in and give it a try. It’s called “food porn” and it’s increasingly becoming something that restaurants and food companies turn to in order to get your attention, get you salivating, and ultimately get you to buy.

“Food porn has a name just as interesting and exciting as the dishes it represents,” explains Ryan Fichter, Executive Chef of Thunder Burger and Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge, both located in the heart of Georgetown. “We are visual people and love to see pictures of great dishes. Like they say, a picture's worth a thousand words. One great food porn photo is all it takes.”

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Celebrate National Sangria Day by Making Your Own

Celebrate National Sangria Day by Making Your Own

December 20th is considered to be National Sangria Day. It’s a day set aside to honor the great beverage that originated in Spain, yet appeals to people around the world. Sangria not only tastes great and pleases a crowd, but is easier to make than one may think. It’s also quite affordable!

“Many people in America are familiar with the concept of a spiked punch,” says Ryan Fichter, Executive Chef of Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge. “Sangria is like that, only better. It takes punch to a whole new, better level that people love.”

 

Md. Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect

ROCKVILLE, Md. (WUSA) -- Authorities have released surveillance photos of the suspect of an armed robbery at the Food Express restaurant on Tuesday.

According to Montgomery County Police, the suspect entered the business at about 1:14 a.m., located at 16254 Frederick Rd., approached the clerk and announced a robbery while showing a semi-automatic gun.

The suspect fled when the clerk gave the suspect money from the register, police said.

Police describe the suspect as a Hispanic male in his mid 20's, 5'7" to 5'8" in height, about 180-200 pounds. He was last seen wearing a blue coat, dark jeans, black and white sneakers, and a Los Angeles Dodgers baseball cap.

If you have any information about this case call Crime Solvers of Montgomery at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and/or indictment for this felony crime.

Man Barricades Himself In Md. Home With Weapon

ROCKVILLE, Md. (WUSA) -- Montgomery Police say a man in Rockville, Md. has barricaded himself inside a home with a weapon.

According to police, the man is threatening to commit suicide at the home located at the 13100 block of Okinawa Avenue.

We will have more information as it becomes available.