Arlington County Hiking Trails

With the weather finally becoming more enjoyable, it’s time to start looking at ideas for outdoor activities. Arlington County maintains “36 miles of multi-use trails and 50 miles of connecting bicycle routes” (1). The Arlington County Bicycle Comfort Level Map is a great resource for planning your next ride (2). At The Shooshan Company, we like to explore new options the area has to offer. So whether you are planning a day out… Read More

Arlington Thrive’s Bingo Happy Hour

Arlington Thrive is a non-profit organization “that provides same-day, emergency financial assistance to County residents who experience sudden financial crisis such as temporary unemployment or illness. Most clients are the working poor, elderly and disabled people on a fixed income, and the homeless and formerly homeless who need Arlington Thrive’s funds as a ‘safety net’ until they are able to get back on firmer financial footing.”(1) Raising awareness and funds is key… Read More

YONA Opens in Ballston To Great Reception

Monday, November 30, 2015, saw the grand opening of the much-anticipated new restaurant YONA, a concept from Washington, D.C. based celebrity chef Mike Isabella and experienced Chef Jonah Kim. Located in The View at 4000 Wilson Boulevard in Arlington, Virginia, the official website of YONA describes it as, “a full-service Japanese noodle bar and small plates restaurant in the Ballston neighborhood” (1). As if the restaurant description isn’t enough, Chef Jonah Kim… Read More

Yona from Mike Isabella and Jonah Kim is Open and Serving Ramen

A modern Korean/Japanese restaurant located in The View: 4000 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Virginia. (Ballston)

Arlington Walking Maps

Arlington has a variety of choices for getting around – you can walk, drive, carpool, bike or ride the metro rail. For every aspect of travel that Arlington offers, there are accompanying maps that show the best routes – and walking is no different. Arlington County Commuter Service has created an initiative they refer to as WalkArlington.1 This program highlights different areas to walk, the best routes, Arlington history and attractions along those… Read More

Why All Development Opportunities in the R-B Corridor Aren’t Equal

“Arlington’s Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor is one of the region’s strongest multifamily submarkets, but the office market tells a different story. That’s why we’re hosting developers building both product types at Bisnow’s Future of Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor event on Nov. 18 at the Westin Arlington Gateway.” – Ethan Rothstein, Bisnow DC. Source: https://www.bisnow.com/washington-dc/news/multifamily/r-b-corridor-development-boom-why-everyones-not-cashing-inyet-52507

Try Pepita Cantina For A Different Experience

It’s no secret Arlington is home to wide variety of dining options. From simple Chinese take out, to delis, to gourmet restaurants and exclusive Italian stops, this area has it all. So how does one decide on where to eat with so many choices? One way many residents of Arlington narrow the list is by type. Next time you have a craving for Mexican cuisine, consider Pepita Cantina by Mike Isabella. When searching… Read More

Bye bye, Ballston Shell

Building for DARPA