Ted's Bulletin

Stylish outfit offering handcrafted, organic gelato, plus locally roasted coffee.

Hip hotel featuring a bar/lounge, plus a seasonal rooftop pool & a poolside bar with city views. Featuring original artwork and exterior murals, this contemporary hotel is set opposite Thomas Circle Park in Downtown. It's 8 minutes' walk from McPherson Square metro station. Modern rooms provide Wi-Fi, smart TVs, desks and laptop-size safes, plus coffeemakers. Some add city views. Suites have living rooms, sofabeds and/or floor-to-ceiling windows; one features a wet bar. A hip lobby bar/lounge has a billiards table and offers light meals. A seasonal rooftop pool flanked by a sundeck features city views, as does a poolside bar with a fire pit. Other amenities consist of a gym and event space. Valet parking and bike rentals are available.

This contemporary Italian spot serves up a mix of classic and creative small plates and pizzas, promising fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.

Casual Asian eatery dishing up an array of dumplings, including popular soup dumplings.

Sweet Home Cafe serves vibrant African-American regional dishes in a spacious, modern food court at the Smithsonian, perfect for a tasty break from museum hopping.

This cozy, minimalist bakery offers artisan breads and pastries made from locally sourced grains, along with a solid selection of coffee and teas.

Superhero-themed dessert shop dishing up ice cream sandwiches and milk shakes, plus edible cookie dough.

Chef José Andrés' vibrant spot serves up Eastern Mediterranean delights with generous small plates, stellar service, and a warm, inviting ambiance.

Iconic riverfront hotel with contemporary rooms & suites, plus a rooftop bar, fine dining & a spa. Overlooking the Potomac River on one side and the Kennedy Center on the other, this upscale-chic, landmark hotel is a mile from the Lincoln Memorial. Featuring river or city views, the serene, stylish rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso machines and minibars. Suites add separate living rooms with pull-out sofas; some have fireplaces, balconies and/or kitchens. Room service is available 24/7. There's a sophisticated restaurant, a rooftop bar and lounge, and a refined whisky bar with a striking, curved wall of illuminated bottles. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a fitness center and a ballroom, plus a spa.

This cozy DC museum, an absolute hidden gem, boasts a thoughtfully curated collection of Palestinian art and history that's both informative and welcoming.