The Big Game’s early ad release begins: Matt Damon shills for Stella Artois and a clean drinking water charity. [AdAge]
Follow the journey of first-time restaurateurs as they open an Indian restaurant in Sterling. [Washington Business Journal]
Linda’s Cafe, a diner in Arlington, is getting some attention for its saucy Twitter account. [ARLnow]
Sustainability desk: McDonald’s will use only recycled materials for packaging by 2025 and the U.K. introduces the “latte levy.” [Here and Now; Here and Now]
The People’s Drug, featuring craft sandwiches and cocktails, will open in the Bittersweet Catering space in Old Town Alexandria. [Alexandria Living]
Is cheese tea the new bubble tea? [Extra Crispy]
Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week starts next week. Here’s how to hack it. [Northern Virginia Magazine]