As the DC area eases into April, exceptional diversions are everywhere.
Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin is part of the Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour.
HEAR
Washington Performing Arts and Strathmore present the Monterey Jazz Festival on Tour with superstars like saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin; bassist Yasushi Nakamura; drummer Clarence Penn; Grammy- and Tony-winning vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater; and fellow Grammy winner Kurt Elling, a DownBeat poll-topping singer. The musical celebration, marking 65 years for the legendary festival, will be a night to savor. April 20, Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, 301.581.5100, strathmore.org
The spa at the Four Seasons Baltimore offers great views and treatments, including the new Keravive
PAMPER
New at the Four Seasons Baltimore: a 45-minute service known as Keravive. The three-step treatment is designed to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the scalp and hair follicles; stimulate scalp circulation; and nourish growth factors and skin proteins. It’s the first of its three-step treatment that includes an in-spa component, as well as a 30-day, take-home spray that delivers daily scalp and hair follicle nourishment and stimulation. Think of it as a HydraFacial for your scalp. 200 International Drive, Baltimore, 410.576.5800, fourseasons.com
Don’t miss great dishes from chef Kevin Lalli at the revitalized Opaline on 15th Street.
DINE
Chef Kevin Lalli might be one of the most understated and chill chefs in Washington, but gourmands would never guess this by tasting dishes on his menu. The chef, who has a classic French training pedigree, has turned Opaline Bar and Brasserie into a little wonder. Standouts include butternut squash agnolotti, duck a l’orange and steak au poivre. The wine list, featuring exceptional Old World reds and California whites, is impressive. 806 15th St. NW, 202.730.8800, opalinedc.com
PXG introduces a dose of vibrant color to its latest collection
SHOP
Golfers, spring is the time to shine—and look great on the links. PXG, with a dynamic location in Fairfax, recently launched its spring apparel collection. The brand’s renowned black, gray and white color palette is elevated with the introduction of bold neon pink and green accents, while traditional golf silhouettes are enhanced with cutting-edge performance fabrications and detailing. “The seasonal collection is made to move, highlighting and modernizing golf essentials in a bold and vibrant way,” says Renee Parsons, PXG apparel president and executive creative director. 9600 Main St., Fairfax, 703.349.7941, pxg.com
Expect great dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Petite Cerise.
TASTE
Petite Cerise, translated as “little cherry,” is a new concept from Jeremiah Langhorne and Alex Zink of The Dabney fame. The recently opened Mount Vernon Triangle cafe pays homage to a love of classic French fare and the essence of travel. Gourmands will find menus for breakfast (buckwheat crepes, sweet cakes, toasted brioche), lunch (roasted chicken, crawfish gratin) and dinner (scallops, beef tenderloin, braised lamb); a French wine list; and an inventive cocktail menu. 1027 Seventh St. NW, 202.977.4550, petitecerisedc.com
The cast of Angels in America Part One: Millennium Approaches at Arena Stage
SEE
Talk about ambitious. Arena Stage showcases Tony Kushner’s Angels in America Part One: Millennium Approaches for its first major spring production. The story centers on two couples whose relationships are on the rocks from a mix of health issues and fears about the world at large. Hungarian director and filmmaker János Szász will stage Angels in the round nearly 30 years after its Broadway premiere. Through April 23, 1101 Sixth St., arenastage.org
Expect to dance the weekend away during Project GLOW this month at the RFK Festival Grounds.
DANCE
Project GLOW, DC’s only electronic music, food and art festival, launches for two days at the RFK Festival Grounds. Hear performances by Kygo, Tiësto, Gorgon City, Zeds Dead and many others during the entertainment and art experience. April 29-30, projectglowfest.com
Photography by: COURTESY OF MONTEREY JAZZ ON TOUR; COURTESY OF FOUR SEASONS BALTIMORE; JACQUI PHOTO; COURTESY OF BRAND; SCOTT SUCHMAN; TONY POWELL; ADITYA CHINCHURE/UNSPLASH
