Updated: Nov 24, 2020
Name: Meredith Raimondi
From: Minnesota
In DC: Since 2005
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Instagram: @teetotalingDC
Website: Teetotaling DC
Q: What does being booze-free mean to you?
A: The booze-free lifestyle is one I embrace because I am happier and healthier. In DC, it can be challenging to find resources and events, but I've been working hard to create and publicize inclusive events and options.
Q: What do you love most about DC?
A: I love everything about DC. I love trying new restaurants and meeting people. I enjoy taking advantage of all this city has to offer.
Top 3 restaurants in DC
Le Diplomate
Shilling Canning Company
St. Anselm
Fave ice cream/gelato
Ice Cream Jubilee in Navy Yard is my favorite!
Fave DC-area food bloggers
Laura Hayes
Jessica Sidman
Fritz Hahn
Top three places to get zero-proof cocktails
Hazel
Bresca
American Son
Fave coffee and/or tea shops
Slipstream in Navy Yard -- and Little Pearl
Fave music venue
9:30 Club
Best booze-free date idea
Mocktails at Dram and Grain followed by dinner at The Imperial
Top museum or art gallery pick
National Gallery of Art
Fave #madeinDC brand
Most quintessential DC pastime
I love talking politics!
Fave nature spot in the DC area
Anacostia Riverwalk Trail
Fave nature getaway within 2 hours of DC
Shenandoah for sure!
Fave fitness option
Flywheel (Lauren Cedarstorm is the best!) and Yoga NoMa
Fave wellness/woo/substance-free community or thing to do
Eaton Wellness Moon Circles (2x/ month), hosted by Latela Curatorial