Washington, D.C.

The Winners Circle

Jessica del Pilar
Sight

Jessica del Pilar Setchi

Store owner Jessica del Pilar stocks the District's first ecoboutique with organic, fair trade, or locally produced brands, including faves Stewart + Brown and Del Forte Denim.

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L. Lawrence Riccio and Gargi Thakurta
Sound

L. Lawrence Riccio and Gargi Thakurta Reading and Literacy Buddy Program

Lawrence Riccio and Gargi Thakurta, with the rest of the team at WVSA, started the volunteer-driven literacy program in an effort to help underprivileged kids hone their reading skills.

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Lamar Brown
Smell

Lamar Brown Carafe Wine Makers

Founder Lamar Brown guides wine lovers through the process of concocting a bespoke vino at Carafe Wine Makers, the first microwinery in the area.

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Nicolas Jammet, Nathaniel Ru, and Jonathan Neman
Taste

Nicolas Jammet, Nathaniel Ru, and Jonathan Neman Sweetgreen

Recent Georgetown grads Nicolas Jammet, Nathaniel Ru, and Jonathan Neman emphasize health at their ecofriendly salad spot. Chicken curry with mango dressing and drool-worthy yet diet-friendly desserts are on the menu.

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Santos, John Cullen, and Bill Spieler
Touch

Santos, John Cullen, and Bill Spieler The Red & The Black

Stylists Santos, John Cullen, and Bill Spieler offer their scissors services for cheap on Tuesday nights at The Red & The Black bar. Shots included.

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