Meet McLean

Meet Amir and Aizhan Jakishev, the dynamic duo behind ArTeA TeaShop & TeaLab.  Inspired by a passion for tea and a desire to promote a healthy lifestyle, they opened the doors of ArTeA TeaShop on May 1st, introducing McLean to a new world of organic, low-sugar...

As spring soccer season gets into full swing, McLean Today talks with McLean Youth Soccer's new program director Michael Newhall. McLean Youth Soccer offers year-round programming for children aged 3-19 years old from the recreational level through the elite level in...

​​Meet Andrew Dana, owner of Call Your Mother Bagels. Since 2018 when the first Call Your Mother opened in Washington D.C.’s Park View neighborhood, Dana,  along with his wife and business co-owner Daniela Moreira, has transformed his love for authentic deli flavors...

Meet Maureen Davis, executive director of Sunrise of McLean Village. Located in the heart of McLean,  the community continues the Sunrise tradition of providing high-quality care and service to seniors and their families across Northern Virginia. The nearly 90,000...

Meet Omar Masroor, owner, Aracosia McLean, Authentic Afghan Gourmet + Chophouse. From the day Masroor opened his second restaurant Bistro Aracosia in the Palisades, customers from across the Potomac were constantly asking him: “When are you going to open in McLean?”...

Meet Doug House, owner, Chain Bridge Cellars. We learn how a University of Virginia philosophy major came to be in the wine business.  A visit to this neighborhood wine shop, which features a wide array of vintages as well as offering free tastings and classes, should...

Meet Courtney Brown, President of McLean’s Safe Community Coalition [SCC]. The mission of the SCC is to provide programs and resources to reduce stress, foster mental wellness, and empower our youth to thrive and make responsible choices about their health and safety....

Meet Amber Taylor, owner Fonts Books & Gift.  In addition to books, Fonts offers journaling supplies, greeting cards, puzzles, knitted gifts, and non-alcoholic spirits. The story of Fonts Books & Gifts I’ve always loved books and I’ve always loved bookstores,...

Meet Manuel Iguina, owner of Pikoteo. Pikoteo, a Latin American-inspired eatery, opened its doors in April, featuring great cocktails, inspiring food and glam atmosphere. Since then, it's become the go-to spot in the neighborhood, serving brunch, lunch, and dinner....

Meet Scott and Tyler Parker — owners of Playful Pack, a boarding and doggie day care business in the Chesterbrook Shopping Center. For Tyler, it's also personal as he lives here with his wife Alyssa [a co-owner] and two daughters, one at McLean High School and one at...

Meet Lara Stuckey, owner, Fluffy Thoughts Cakes. In 2010, Stuckey transformed her passion for both art and baking into neighborhood bakery. Since then, Fluffy Thoughts Cakes has become a local institution and an award-winning inventive wedding cake shop. The store,...

On McLean Day, May 18, the dance students from Art in Motion Dance who take lessons and practice at the McLean Community Center will once again take the performance stage giving audiences a spectacular show. Allie O"Hare, creative director and owner of Art in Motion...