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It is nearly the end of summer and park outings will soon be a thing in the past (until spring at least). So let’s take advantage of the warm weather and indulge for just a bit longer, shall we?

August will be a fun month with events such as DC Restaurant Week and DC Beer Week coming up in the next 2 weeks, but this weekend we’re focusing our recommendations on BBQ and drinks. It’s a great combination and you can’t really complain about tasty BBQ. Regardless of what you decide to do this weekend, we hope you have a relaxing few days off.

Here are our weekend recommendations for the DC area:

Places with the Best Brunch Drink Specials

Are you a brunch fan because of the drinks? Do you find yourself often hungover on the weekends? Or maybe you just enjoy a mimosa before noon? If so, this list by Drink DC is for you. Drink DC has found all of the best drink specials during brunch in the DC area so instead of choosing a brunch location based on food, you can easily find one according to the location’s drink special. So check out the list, head to brunch, and drink a Bloody Mary…or three.

Cashion’s Eat Place Sunday BBQ Bash

Sundays in August just got much better. For a limited time, Cashion’s Eat Place is hosting Sunday BBQ Bash. This includes 3 courses of delicious food and a Bulleit Blackberry Punch. What a perfect way to finish off the weekend! To see a sample menu, click here. Call or emails Cashion’s to make sure you get a spot at this great event.

BBQ and Pair it with a Glass of Wine

BBQ is often paired with an ice cold beer however a great glass of wine is also a great addition to a tasty BBQ dish.  Next time you eat some BBQ, switch it up and grab a bottle of red wine instead of the traditional 6-pack. Then pile on those ribs, grilled corn, baked beans, and enjoy. For a list of great wines to drink with BBQ, click here.