Thank you so much for the beautiful oak serving board! We can’t wait to use it during the many dinner parties you’ll be invited to this winter. Looking forward to celebrating with you at our wedding!

For a kitchen gift you received before your wedding

How did you know we were dreaming of those crystal champagne flutes?! They’re by far the most beautiful glasses in our home and we’ve never felt fancier. You’ll have to come over soon so we can toast to you! So excited to see you in June.

For drinkware you received before your wedding

We had a blast dancing the night away with you at our wedding. We also can’t thank you enough for the espresso maker. Our mornings have never been brighter! We can’t wait to see you in Austin next month… all caffeinated up!

For a coffee gift you received after your wedding

Where have you been hiding those killer dance moves? Thank you so much for rocking out at our wedding. And we absolutely love our new cast iron skillet and cookbook! We’re already cooking up a storm. Hope to see you soon in New York!

For cookware you received after your wedding

Thank you so much for the beer-brewing kit! We hope to be sipping backyard IPAs with you in no time. We missed you at the wedding, but know you were there in spirit. Can’t wait to see you when we’re back from our honeymoon!

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Andrew & Shireen

We're excited to share our favorite places in the area with you! Copy this link for a Google Map version of this list with way more spots, things to do, and our notes: 

https://www.shakouribenson.com/map

Great rum distillery and bar. The Cocomotion is our favorite drink, but you can't go wrong!

Cotton & Reed

No bad order here. Consistently one of the top-rated DC bars, with Middle Eastern inspired cocktails and food.

The Green Zone

Tex Mex spot with great coffee drinks and breakfast tacos in particular, but tasty any time of day.

Republic Cantina

Our first date spot! All day breakfast and Ethiopian food, come hungry because portions are large!

Heat Da Spot Café

A full bar in a DC metro car! Fun atmosphere and good drinks in a cool area. Shireen's favorite is the pineapple thyme lemonade (NA)

metrobar

Upscale Italian restaurant. Their roof bar 'the conservatory' is one of our favorite fancy date nights. Get the gin flight!

Gravitas

It's not like KC BBQ, but it's a solid option! Andrew likes the Maryland location better than the one on K Street in DC.