Inside the Beltway. . . and Out

Best DC Steakhouse: Capitol Grille, Pennsylvania Avenue at 6th Street

Best Pineapple Martini: Capitol Grille

Best Seafood Restaurant: The Wharf, King Street, Old Town Alexandria

Best Motorcycle: Harley-Davidson

Best Motorcycle, specifically: Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic

Best Chardonnay under $10: Bogle

Best Chardonnay under $15: Edna Valley

Best Chardonnay under $30: Jordan

Best Virginia Winery: Linden

Best Vodka: Grey Goose

(Hmmm. I'm detecting a drinking theme here.)

Best Drink for Drinking with Friends: "Strip and Go Naked" In a large pitcher, mix one large can of MinuteMaid brand frozen lemonade mix, two cups vodka and four beers. Pour the beers in gently so you don't create too much foam. It doesn't sound like it would be good, but it is. Tastes like lemonade, but packs a punch.

I don't know about picking me up on a dreary, rainy day, but compiling this list has made me want to go have a drink now.

To be continued. . . . . . .