*cross-posted from dc.metblogs.com Today we got the sad news that Ben Ali, founder of DC institution Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street, passed away Wednesday night of congestive heart failure. Ben and his wife Virginia opened the restaurant in 1958 and it quickly became a fixture. Its casual atmosphere and unforgettable chili half-smokes have been [...]
Archive for October 8th, 2009
Ben Ali, 1927-2009
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A shot of idealism
Posted in Posts, tagged health, idealism, tidbits on October 8, 2009 | Comments Off
Yesterday was Flu Shot day, and my arm is still sore. Did you get your flu shot? They’re pretty serious about viral infections on campus, which is sort of reassuring, and sort of unnerving at the same time. I guess I’ll just take the shot and be glad it’s free! While waiting in line I [...]
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