• Bozzuto Beat Blog

    At Bozzuto, we've been creating extraordinary communities for more than two decades. We've come to know many of our cities' secrets. You could even say we're obsessed with the neighborhoods where we live. And we want to share this insider info with you - destinations such as that Zagat-rated restaurant where only the locals eat, the hidden bookstore gem or the bar with the world's best Bloody Mary. Tell us your city's secrets and let's explore together.

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Dinosaur Park Laurel Maryland

Get Your Dig on at Dinosaur Park in Laurel, Maryland

February 21, 2012
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Laurel, Maryland

Did you know that Laurel, Maryland in Prince George’s County is home to one of the largest concentrations of dinosaur fossils on the East Coast? Well, it’s true; Dinosaur Park, a member of the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation, invites you to try your hand at digging up authentic, pre-historic dinosaur bones! (more…)

DC Chocolate Bar

Rhode Island Row to get Some Pretty “Sweet” Neighbors

February 20, 2012
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Rhode Island Row, Washington DC, Washington DC NE SE

We hope your sweet tooth is ready! Earlier this week, we received some pretty great news from our good friends at Rhode Island Avenue Insider: “DC’s Chocolate Bar and Bakery LLC” will be opening up just down the street from Rhode Island Row! (more…)

Celebrate Black History Month in DC

Washington DC Celebrates Culture and History During February, National Black History Month

February 17, 2012
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Washington DC

As the political hub of the nation, Washington DC is the perfect place to enjoy the culture and diversity celebrated every February during Black History Month. There are events taking place all across “the district” each week, so we gathered a few of our favorites to share with you. This is by no means an exhaustive list so take some time to explore the numerous cultural programs that are spread across the city this month!

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Zia's Vegan Cafe

Zia’s Cafe: Vegan-Friendly Food in Towson, Maryland

February 15, 2012
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Baltimore, Bozzuto Guest Blog, Maryland



Located in the heart of Towson on Allegheny Avenue, Zia’s Cafe is one of my favorite local, veg-friendly places to go. If you are short on time, but looking for a healthy zen-like environment, then Zia’s is your place.

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Love-Philadelphia

5 Ways to Spend Valentine’s Day in Philly

February 13, 2012
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Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Yes, of course Philadelphia is the city of brotherly love, but this Tuesday, February 14th, forget your brother – it’s all about the sweethearts! Grab your special guy or gal, or meet a new one, and check out our list inspired by Uwishunu’s post about alternative ways to spend Valentine’s Day in Philly.

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Presidents Gallery

Events in and Around Washington, DC for Presidents’ Day 2012

February 12, 2012
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Rhode Island Row, Washington DC, Washington DC NE SE

What better time to visit DC and pay tribute to America’s most famous leaders than Presidents’ Day? The national holiday was originally a commemoration of George Washington’s birthday, February 22, 1732. After his death, the nation began celebrating his birthday as a way to remember his life and how he contributed to establishing America’s independence from England.

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Geno's Steaks vs. Pat's King of Steaks

No One Loses in the Great Cheese Steak War of South Philadelphia

February 9, 2012
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Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

It goes without saying that Philly has made a little dish known as the cheese steak sandwich internationally famous. We would be remiss if our list of to-do’s for the City of Brotherly Love did not include the two locations who lay the strongest claim to “best cheese steak in Philly,” Geno’s Steaks and Pat’s King of Steaks.

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NYC Bike Share

In New York City, Sharing is Caring: Bike Share Program NYC

February 8, 2012
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Bozzuto Guest Blog, New York, New York City

Launching this summer is New York City’s first ever Bike Share, a privately held company allowing Manhattan and Brooklynites to, well, share bicycles with one another. According the Bike Share’s official website, wannabe-cyclists can either sign up for a Registered (long-term) membership via their website, or Casual (short-term) membership via the kiosk station at the site of the station. (more…)

Shake Shack Dupont Circle DC

The Shake Shack In Washington, DC NW

February 6, 2012
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Featured, Washington DC, Washington DC NW

If you haven’t yet tried the Shake Shack out for yourself, you have undoubtedly heard your friends – and even celebrities like Conan O’Brien – going on and on about how good it is. Well, it is time for you to see what all the hullabaloo is about! (more…)

Ray's the Steaks

Ray’s the Steaks in Arlington Expands with Retro Ray’s

February 3, 2012
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Arlington, Virginia

If you live anywhere near the Arlington, Virgina area, you have undoubtedly dined at Ray’s the Steaks before. Located in the Navy League Building, Ray’s the Steaks is one of Arlington’s busiest and most popular restaurants. So, naturally, they decided to expand. (more…)