Great food mix of all the Country food will be going back in va is the place to go good jobread more

This review is for Taste Of Reston 2018! It was also my first time attending…read more The event is very well organized and not over crowded. When we arrived, we were able to get the tickets at the gate. $20 for 24 tickets, which was a great deal. Most of the food is ranging from 3-5 tickets and the beer is 5 tickets, wine 6 tickets! Very reasonable price. We started with 24 tickets for each person! Few of the highlights were: melting pot, Barcelona wine bar , egg Kreme and the wine cabinet. The only down side with this event was a lot of vendors ran out of food by 8PM, when the event supposed to go until 11!

Amazing movie theater with incredible customer service. The screenings are top notch and the audio…read morequality is superb.

Absolutely love the theater under the new management... clean, well-staffed, etc. We've see four…read moremovies there since they reopened. Great experience. We saw Odessey there last night. My complaint concerns the sound. I'm aware of the director's to reflect the chaos of the story through the music, but it seemed to me that the sound amplification at the theater exceeded the capacity of the speaker system. Most of the sound seemed "ragged out" and fuzzy due to the volume distortion. But that's just me. I missed the clear, precise sound i have previously heard at movies there.

Such a good time. Hubby and I went for a "date day" got to try so many different flavors and…read morevendors were so nice! Lots of people, but it didn't feel super crowded. Soo much coffee! And took home some good tea and, chili paste and BBQ sauce .

Very well planned and set up was better than last year-seemed more spacious. 10 rows of chocolate…read moreor coffee, salsa, jewelry, etc. We spent 3hours there today and bought bars, jewelry and dips. Definitely had a caffeine high after 2 rows of chocolates and coffee samples.

This like most of the other Greek festivals in the US, is a fundraiser for the local church (in…read morethis case, the Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox church) in Sterling. (Currently, their church is in a warehouse.) The festival is usually over the Presidents' day weekend beginning at 4pm Friday and 11-9 Saturday and 11-7 Sunday. (webpage: https://www.facebook.com/TasteOfGreeceAshburn ). Traditionally, in Greece, festivals center around the church on important church days, and are day long outdoor events for the whole family that go late into the evening. Taste of Greece is held in the old Ashburn firehouse until they can get land and have a more traditional and larger outdoor festival. There is free parking with attendants to help. The atmosphere is warm, lively, the music traditional, there's a stunning collage of pictures of Greece on a screen, the decorations very tasteful and give a feel for the warm friendly culture. Go with friends and family, to spend several hours, relax, drink coffee or beer and have a good time There are 100-150 families trying to raise money to build a traditional home for the church, so the number of people that plan and execute the festival is very small. For such a small community this festival is amazingly well done and will certainly grow. It has become so popular that they are outgrowing the firehouse, so go and help them get their church built sooner so they can make the festival even better! The operation is very well planned, efficiently run, the food is plentiful, the dishes authentic, the music, costumes and dancing uplifting and festive. There is a raffle with multiple prizes. Local greek restaurants provide the kitchen services and cook staff and the church members serve their guests. The menu includes 3 tradition dishes gyros (pronounced YEE-ro not gii-ro) which is meat roasted on a spit and sliced into a pita with lettuce, tomato and thick tzatziki (or cucumber yogurt garlic dip); moussaka ( pronounced moo-sa-KA) which is potato, eggplant and ground meat, baked under a bechamel (white) sauce. Pastitsio (pronounced pas-TI-tsi-o) long hollow pasta in a lasagna like sauce, also baked under a bechamel layer. Both dishes are rich and flavorful. There's Baklava and Greek coffee for dessert. My personal favorite is the spinach pie (spa-na-KO-pita) Food can also be taken to go, an option if you go during peak lunch and dinner hours, when it's so crowded it's hard to find seats. The church has other fundraisers just before Thanksgiving where the women's group makes and sells pans of spanakopita and tiropita (cheese pie) and another before Christmas when they sell tsoureki ( pronounced ts-oo-REK-ee) a sweet bread with a lucky coin somewhere in the cake for new years.

To understand the Taste of Greece, one first has to understand the location of Ashburn in Loudoun…read moreCounty. About 40 years ago it was mostly the farmlands. Its population doubled in last 20 years. Ashburn is a part of Loudoun County, which is a wealthy county and about an hour away from Washington, DC (on a good day). Out of over hundred local ethnic festivals I have visited, this is the first one that was held in Loudoun County! The 8th Annual Taste of Greece was a rare opportunity to have an ethnic festival where the houses came well before schools, churches and recreational centers. It was held in the county firehouse, nestled among thousands of (over 2,000SF) houses. It is a fairly new church community (most of the things in Ashburn are fairly new) fundraiser and it is easy to understand how in this neighborhood the Taste of Greece can charge $12 for Gyro or $5 for a small piece of baklava. Good for the church, I say! The energy and desire of the "Greek Ladies" was contagious. They are kind and willing to talk about anything, and very agreeable. The space was too small, especially when the families started coming (after soccer games) with their children. The plastic forks and knives were positioned in the furthest possible spot to reach; wait for food was 10-15 minutes, parking was not available and seats were scarce. The food was good but not the best ever. There was music and dance. The crowd was diverse (like the county) and they took this rare opportunity to have a true ethnic food in the form of ethnic food festival in their county - without a long drive that they probably experience every working day. Taste of Greece is certainly a big deal for Loudoun County and I was happy to support the Greek American community with my Gyro meal and Mythos (Greek) beer. I hope they will grow and that many other ethnic festivals will follow soon.

Loved it! The trail was well decorated, and had some really outstanding lighting features…read more Went on a Friday evening that had nice weather, and it was not very crowded at all. Not sure I understand why, other than it's a bit pricey to get tickets. But I would say the lighting is worth it. The food trucks had decent food, but that part was also a bit pricey. They also have a large tent which is their tavern, and expect to pay $15 for a small cocktail. However, the cocktail was good!

This was a Christmas activity on steroids! Located in Morven Park in Leesburg, once you enter the…read moregrounds, it feels as if you are transported into a Christmas village. Tickets were around $25-35, depending on the day and parking is also included. There was signage displayed for directions on where to go and exit, in addition to plenty of helpful staff around who are able to answer any questions and/or guide you in the right direction. The various Christmas themes, little villages, and lighting were amazing throughout the entire road! The "road" (trail) itself took about an hour to walk through and it was pretty stroller friendly for the most part, although we wish we brought our jogging stroller for the gravel portions of the trail. Our baby enjoyed the visual stimulation and had wide eyes throughout our entire walk. At the end of the trail, there's a market with food, hot drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and several Instagram photo ops throughout. There is also plenty of seating for you to take a rest or enjoy your food. Overall, we had an awesome experience and hope that Holiday Road comes back again next year!

Came to Fleetwood Winery on a Sunday with a few girlfriends for a wine-and-art afternoon, and we…read moreended up staying for hours. We tried all three flights, and the clear winner was the Petit Manseng. The rosé, both Proseccos, and Petit Verdot were also standouts. The spinach and artichoke dip was so good we were eating it by the spoonful after running out of bread, and the chicken chipotle sandwich was delicious too. Service was friendly, flights came out quickly, and the live music made for a perfect afternoon. My rating system: Girls' Day: 10/10 Date Spot: 7/10 Husband Hunting: 4/10 (didn't see many single men!) ‍‍ Family-Friendly for a Winery: 8/10 We didn't even finish our drawings, so we'll definitely be back to continue where we left off.

Nice atmosphere and good vibes. Service was good…read more Food and wines were way overpriced! $42 for a small charcuterie tray with lots of bread a small portions of everything else. The other food items were just as pricey. The wines $30-48 were decent but nothing to write home about.

This is a very creative, well thought-out haunted attraction with a lot of eerie sets and actors…read morewho will jump out and grab you. However, the extremely loud music at the entrance and in several sets almost ruins it. Take ear plugs with you. The high volume of the music shouldn't be allowed for any age group unless you want to lose your hearing. Also, it is very dark in the woods and on the sets. So if you're afraid of the dark or walking in pitch black, don't go. This could be so much better.

I'm not really sure how some can say that this is the BEST trail in the DMV area, since there are…read moresome majorly scary trails in Maryland, but.... to each their own. I think that our crummy experience was mostly due to the group of children we were with. There had to be at least 20 (maybe 25-30) total in our trail group, including myself & 2 friends. Enough people that we couldn't all fit on the hay seats on our ride to the woods - we (the adults of the group) had to sit on the muddy floor. Too large for my taste, especially since everyone in this large group was about 12-13 years of age. Myself and the 2 friends who joined me... try about 20 years older than that! The kids were obnoxious, yelled at the leader (who does not speak to the group, merely takes you through the trail from one fright experience to the next) things like "Are they going to TOUCH ME?!"; "You're cute"; "How much longer?!"; "I have to pee!!"; ect ect. I even had a child latch onto my hoodie and almost choked me through many of the experiences as I was trying to walk ahead & she was shitting her pants. After one area, there was a character pretending to chase after some people. This caused a stampede with the youngsters. Mind you, we're in the woods... I got shoved around & almost tripped over branches. I had to use my "Teacher Voice" & tell them to chill out. That worked as well as can be expected. If it were possible, I would definitely want to try it again with a more adult group. I think then I'd have a real opportunity to actually get scared then! I encourage any of you adults out there to get a big group together & make sure you all go at one time. Otherwise, as soon as you pull in and see the large crowd... you will be able to pretty much sum it up yourself. This is an excellent kid drop-off place for parents. For $20, you can leave your kid there for like 4 hours. There's the trail, a DJ, dancing, a bonfire, paintball.... essentially, kid heaven. And I did NOT see parents accompanying them. I will give these guys (and gals) credit, although they are a church group, they certainly do a good job of making you forget that on your journey through the woods. Although the church doesn't look like it needs any more funding (HUGE & NEW!!), the organizations they support make me feel better about spending the $20 on a not-so-terrifying experience.

Doukenie Winery is a cozy spot to enjoy delicious wine and good company! In the warm weather, it's…read morea beautiful place to bring the family and enjoy sunshine, the pond, and the feeding the ducks! In the cold weather, it's cozy inside. People love gathering here! You can gather casually or reserve space for a celebration. The service is very friendly and attentive. I met the owner on my first visit and learned that the winery is named after his Greek mother -- so special! I love wine but the food is also delicious. I love having warm bread and olive oil and cheese! I eat dairy-free cheeses so I'm glad they have options for me. And they always have chocolate! If you're looking for a winery with great wine, delicious food, beautiful scenery, and genuinely welcoming hospitality, Doukenie Winery is a must-visit.

Came with friends earlier today. Their petit verdot is consistently amazing. I also loved their…read moretannat and one of the blends. I'll continue coming back again and again. They have ducks running around, which absolutely made my day.