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An Eastern Band of Cherokee Farmer Fosters ‘Memory Banking’ and Growing of Heirloom Seeds

Jordan Wright February 11, 2013 Special to Indian Country Today Media Network

Kevin Welch is helping Eastern Band of Cherokee growers save heirloom vegetables from extinction. (Courtesy Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Cooperative Extension)

Ask Kevin Welch what he does, and he’ll tell you he’s a “professional farmer.” But he’s no ordinary […]

The Last Five Years at Signature Theatre

Jordan Wright for the Alexandria Times April 8, 2013

Jamie (James Gardiner) and Cathy (Erin Weaver) share a tender moment. Photo: Teresa Wood

Being a theater critic is not always the best way to enjoy a show. I’m not a typical audience member out for a spot of entertainment. […]

Mary T. and Lizzy K. at Arena Stage

Jordan Wright March 31, 2013 Special to The Alexandria Times

(L-R) Sameerah Luqmaan-Harris as Elizabeth Keckly and Naomi Jacobson as Mary Todd Lincoln – Photo by Scott Suchman.

Four indisputably exceptional actors command the stage at Arena Stage’s world premiere of Mary T. and Lizzy K. Of that there […]

Nibbles and Sips Around Town

Jordan Wright March 29, 2013 Special to DC Metro Theater Arts, Broadway Stars, and localKicks

Greek Orthodox Easter Festival at Zaytinya

Head Chef at Zaytinya – Michael Costa – photo credit Jordan Wright

Jose Andres’ popular spot, Zaytinya, is planning a five-week festival beginning March 31st and ending […]

Nibbles And Sips Around Town

Jordan Wright February 20, 2013 Special to DC Metro Theater Arts, Broadway Stars, and localKicks

The Barefoot Spirit

How to Succeed in the Wine Business Without Really Knowing a Damn Thing About It

Last month I spoke with Barefoot Wines founder Michael Houlihan about his upcoming book […]

Putting Your Best Foot Forward

Jordan Wright February 20, 2012 Special to Indian Country Today Magazine

Women’s Moccasins – Michael and Pam Knapp from KQ Designs photos – All photo credit to Pam Knapp

Originally crafted from the tanned skins of elk, deer, moose or buffalo, stitched with sinew, and in colder climates often […]