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The Great Seattle Graffiti Wall

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New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Mama Maria's Pizzeria Restaurant

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Café Ballou

Boho BYOB

Found at the border of sleepy Ukrainian Village, Cafe Ballou is a throw-back to the bohemian coffeehouses of bygone years. Miss-matched tables and chairs dot the cozy space, which boasts a melange of local art on its walls. During a recent visit, Bob Dylan warbled from the speakers while a fresh batch of ever-popular Intelligensia coffee filled the air with its delicious aromas. In true boheme fashion, Ballou's calendar of events is chock-a-block full of readings, visiting singer/song-writers, a ... ... Continue

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Café Mozart

Teutonic Treat

Oktoberfest (which, contrary to popular belief, really takes place in September) is right around the corner. But if a plane ticket to Munich is out of your price range, perhaps you can settle for a bus ride to Cafe Mozart. Situated at the awkward intersection of H St, 14th St, and New York Avenue, this small, unassuming German restaurant and deli serves big wursts and glasses of hefeweizens. Walk through the front shop (offering pastries and packaged European foods) to reach the bar (pouring met ... ... Continue

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Gel Gör Inegöl Köfteci

Secret Sausage

Bad Turkish restaurants have a hard time surviving in Berlin--and good ones like Gel Gor remind lucky patrons just how delicious Turkish food can be. The veal in Gel Gor's kofte (sausage) is butchered on site and seasoned with a proprietary blend of herbs that the restaurant's cooks refuse to divulge. Their 5-euro kofte sandwich--with arugula, fresh tomatoes, red chili sauce and plenty of sumac--is a great way to sample the sausage. Don't leave without trying their kunefe (shredded filo sandwich ... ... Continue

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Curtsy Bella

Bella Believe It

These days, you can pretty much buy anything on line. But Curtsy Bella remembers when customer service meant something. If you're in the market for a cute and quirky gift for your engaged friend, your pregnant friend or your girlfriend, 10 minutes of browsing the cleverly arranged displays will yield more viable options than you ever thought possible. Their fanciful inventory includes socks, hats, bags, jewelry, clothing, and plenty of knickknacks you can't live without. They also have a delight ... ... Continue

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