Whether you're ready for a day of romance or still drowning last year's break up in a pint of Ben & Jerry's, Valentine's Day is right around the corner and the District is gearing up for cupid to strike! It doesn't matter if you're love struck or heartbroken, Valentine's weekend 2012 will be filled with some of the most delicious, divine and decadent events of the new year. So grab your hubby, or round up your best pals, because with celebrations ranging from temptations for your taste buds, soirees for singles and even a V-Day themed 'undie run,' you're bound to fall head over heels in love with our picks for the best Valentine's Day in the DC! More»

"The smart campaign is not to get McDonald’s to serve better food but to get people to see cooking as a joy rather than a burden, or at least as part of a normal life" -Mark Bittman in the Times article this weekend titled "Is Junk Food Really Cheaper?" (It's not.) Surprise! Americans are a lazy, uncultured mess! And, we're growing fatter by the weekend. Because the hint of sex is as good as motivator as we can think of, we rounded up what we think are the sexiest foods out there to start preparing to get you in the cooking groove.

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We decided to round up some of DC's socials for a happy hour at Co Co. Sala, because, well, it's dead here in August but we still want to mingle.

Everyone came alive at Co Co. Sala, a chic lounge by Metro Center at 919 F Street, known for their sweet cocktails and sweeter desserts. Co Co. Sala Event Coordinator Hollis Pica surprised us with dozens tiny bowls of their famous chocolate mousse, "Onyx 6," topped with crispy chocolate pearls and a square "Co Co Sala" chocolate stamp.

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