RE: [100% veg*n ] A Vegan’s travel blog: Tour of America Part 2, Washington, D.C.

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As a long-time Washingtonian (10 years in DC proper, 2 prior to that in the 'burbs), and a vegan for seven years, you need not go to Soul Veg, as the neighborhood is sketchy, the place is tiny, and the service sucks.

 

I recommend taking a ride on the Red Line to White Flint Metro station, crossing Rockville Pike (there's even a tunnel underneath so you don't have to wait for the light and deal with crazy suburban drivers) and check out The Vegetable Garden, which is in a little strip mall. Or head up to the Rockville Metro station, head south for about 15 minutes, and check out Yuan Fu, which has the most amazing Sizzling Rice Soup.

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vegan-network From: swpgh01.t21Date: Fri, 17 Apr 2009 07:38:57 +0000[100% veg*n ] A Vegan’s travel blog: Tour of America Part 2, Washington, D.C.

 

 

 

The second installment of my travels across this great wide country. I took a three-day weekend and went to Washington D.C. just in time to see the cherry blossoms.The must-sees of Washington, D.C.(in order of importance):1. The Washington Monument: If you leave without visiting the most famous phallic symbol in the country, you have missed a lot.2. Sticky Fingers Bakery in Columbia Heights: Yes, this is how important vegan bakeries are in my life! I lucked out completely, because it was literally three blocks from the friend's house where I was staying. There were, among many other tasty-looking morsels, the most amazing vegan cupcakes I've ever had. I went back two days later and had a bagel sandwich (with tofu `eggs', tempeh bacon and nutritional yeast spread), and a chocolate chip cookie. It was the perfect lunch. Plus, any store with entirely pink decorations surely deserves two visits in one weekend.3. The Lincoln Memorial: The big guy definitely demands your respect the second he lays eyes on you. Then there's the view looking out:4. The Cherry Blossom Festival: They only last for one or two weeks, so it is completely worth it to brave the crowds of picture-taking tourists to see the best blooms in the country. Planted all around the Tidal Basin, the Japanese Cherry trees reminded me so much of Japan that I thought I was back in Tokyo. We had "o-hanami" (blossom viewing party) in the traditional Japanese style. My new favorite vegan snack I re-discovered on this trip: wasabi peas! We relaxed under the flowers, imbibed sweet green tea, cheap red wine, and contemplated the ephemerality of life.5. The White House: Only a must-see for political aficionados. I viewed it from afar, imagining what the Obama family's exercise room looks like. These are the things I think about. Really.Items on the list for my next trip to the good District: (suggestions appreciated)1. Two famous veg restaurants: Java Green Café and "Soul Veg"(whose motto is "All Vegan, all the time!"), along with many others. Just look at this impressive list; all these restaurants in only 10 square miles of city. Needless to say I was mesmerized with the cool vibe and attitude of the people juxtaposed with the internationally prolific buildings all around.2. Actually go to a free museum (they're all free, except for one or two). Why did I only give myself two and a half days? Oh, yeah. School. Luckily graduation is right around the corner and on my to-do list is to get lost in an art gallery.http://www.examiner.com/x-6041-Denver-Vegan-Examiner~y2009m4d16-A-Vegans-travel-blog-Tour-of-America-Part-2-Washington-DC