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Laura Hayes

Laura Hayes is a DC dining writer and photographer covering all things edible for Thrillist, Dining Bisnow, Washington City Paper, Arlington Magazine, EdibleDC, Best Thing on the Menu and more. When the Syracuse broadcast journalism grad isn't stacking burgers on burgers in her stomach, Laura is crushing some CrossFit. Follow her @BTMenu.

Latest Posts From Laura

old fashioned philly

May 5, 2016

We Took a Philly Field Trip to Hoist a Barrel From the Hottest Craft Distillery

Twelve bucks is a bargain for an Old Fashioned at Shaw newcomer, Declaration.

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Mar 29, 2016

An Open Letter to Virginia, From DC: I'm Sorry for the Trash Talk

Dear Virginia,

alexandria waterfront

Mar 17, 2016

The Complete Guide to Alexandria, VA: Your Best Getaway an Hour From DC

Sometimes you just need to get the hell out of the District.

Espita Mezcaleria, southern mexican cuisine

Mar 14, 2016

12 Reasons to Visit Espita Mezcaleria Immediately

Shout it from the rooftops -- 2016 is the year of mezcal.

D.C. bartender fixing garnish on orange cocktail

Feb 25, 2016

We Played Boozy Word Association With 15 DC Bartenders

We wanted some of our favorite bartenders -- who are as full of snark as they are charm -- to tell us how they really feel.

All the Best Wine Bars in DC

Feb 22, 2016

All the Best Wine Bars in DC

Hey you.

The Definitive Guide to DC's Best Donuts

Feb 8, 2016

The Definitive Guide to DC's Best Donuts

Disks of fried dough can jumpstart even the gloomiest of mornings.

10 Virginia Small Towns That Deserve Your Attention

Feb 4, 2016

10 Virginia Small Towns That Deserve Your Attention

The Commonwealth is a girthy 39,594 square miles.

So You Want to Be a Racing President? Here's What It Takes.

Jan 28, 2016

So You Want to Be a Racing President? Here's What It Takes.

“My ego is bigger than these heads,” Heidi says to me with the confidence of DeSean Jackson.

Where to Shop, Play, and Eat in the New North End Shaw

Jan 13, 2016

Where to Shop, Play, and Eat in the New North End Shaw

The explosion of dining and retail in North End Shaw means a lot of things: new places to drink and dine before a 9:30 Club show; a more peaceful place to shop that has nothing in common with Georgetown; and an artist’s row that tickles DC’s creative side.

7 Guilt-Free Lunches Near Your DC Office That You'll Actually Like

Jan 11, 2016

7 Guilt-Free Lunches Near Your DC Office That You'll Actually Like

Admit it, you overdid it.

How to Hire a Cannabis Coach in DC

Jan 8, 2016

How to Hire a Cannabis Coach in DC

Shake hands with Natalie Carver and you might come away a little sticky icky.