Deloitte bonuses were pretty good this year and I want to take the Mrs out for a top tier dinner (she took time off from teaching elementary school to look after our newborn so lord knows she deserves it) - need classy dinner recommendations!

What is the greenest olive oil you can get? In restaurants they would give you sometimes this beautiful bright green olive oil that’s delicious, but can’t seem to find where to buy it. 🥲
It’s for a present so something bougie would work

What do you listen to at work?

I'm looking for a guitar instructor in the Rockville/ Gaithersburg/ Bethesda area, but I'm willing to come into the city. Any recommendations, please?

What’s everyone working on these days? Anything fun?

I work in a sucky IBM cic, making $54k. It’s a full time job with regular benefits and vacation etc, it’s working with government clients. The job isn’t what I applied for & constantly changes. I don’t like that, but I’m a full time employee which is “stable employment”. Btw, I’m in the DC area.

I just got hired for a government contract through Accenture for a Business Analyst role. Pay is $65 per hour. 3 year contract. Benefits too. No PTO. Holidays off with pay, after 90 days.

Thoughts?

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Late Friday after a tough week and the hubs calls from the deli to ask which fancy cheese you’d like. 😍

I’m really down in the dumps lately about how god-awful my CD is. Can you please share about the best CDs you’ve had and what made them great? Would love to know there’s hope our there.

Holiday Season - at my former company, around this time of year I would have already gotten a ton of gift baskets etc. - not something I would ever take home but open up for the team and leave out. Started somewhere new last November, have dealt with multiple firms in various regions of the last year, many of which have billed several $100ks, have yet to receive anything. Are firms no longer doing this post COVID?

Where have you been ordering takeout?

Mimi.. what an amazing movie!! A mainstream indian movie worth watching after such a long time.

I thought it would be good to have a bowl where we can post book reviews / recommendations.

What are your favorite recipes with ground beef?

My breakfast consisted of one giant spoonful of Nutella.

On vacation and hallucinating the Slack ping sound anytime it gets quiet.

Would love some new suggestions for sweet but strong wines. Doesn’t matter if it’s red or white.

Best coffee shops to work from?…and go!
I love Call Your Mother Deli on New Hampshire near GWU!

New to Toronto, moved to the west end of town/ just past - in Etobicoke. I celebrate my 40th a few days after NYE/NYD - would love some recommendations on moderately priced but nice ambiance restaurants for myself + husband, and my extended family. Everyone is scattered throughout (Hamilton, Barrie, Lyle, Newmarket, North York). Don’t want anything too fancy but don’t really know where or what is good and not downtown.


Any recommendations? (Open to GTA of course).

Anyone else hate having to ask customers to donate to charities? ...like, I get that it's for a good cause and everything, but it feels super awkward

H1B question: My first 3 years of H1B visa will expire in September next year. When do companies file for extension (like how many months before do they start the process) OR When should I reach out to the HR and ask the same question to them?

Serious question from a happy software engineer, what do you all love about your work/actually enjoy doing during working hours?

I'll start; I'm privileged enough to have been given the opportunity to work and learn deeply on Linux and Kubernetes, and I get to tinker and play with them all day. Problem solving with them is a "fun" part of my job.

Of course most things aren't roses and sunshine, but I'd love to hear the positive parts of what you are doing, or what you like to do at work.

Just getting little depressed after being rejected from interview. Anyone else has the same feeling.Could have done better.

Do we observe a holiday on 1st November?

What exactly does a "Knowledge Attorney" do at firms that have them? My firm doesn't have such a thing, so I'm not sure if it's an opportunity worth pursuing or not. I'm definitely not interested if it's comparable to the Conflict Attorney role which is essentially dead end.

First year review: I have to become a better legal writer/ writer in general. Writing was never a strong suit and this has to change.

Please drop book recommendations!!

Thoughts on: 1) the winning brief; 2) point made; 3) legal writing in plain English

Looking for opinions on Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester in Southern California.

What are some signs of burn out? This is my first professional job and i’m not sure what the signs are.

What is a good alternative to netdocuments for document and email management?

Ideas for gifts that can be bought in bulk for a team of 35? Don’t want to get them junk, but also don’t want to break the bank.

I’ve been married in a Catholic Church before and now divorced but my now boyfriend says he wants to marry me in a Catholic Church someday. How do I even start a petition for that? Also is that possible to re-marry in a Catholic Church?

Been with my GF since college and we recently hit the 4 year mark. 1-2 years into our relationship I found out she had instances of micro-cheating (flirting with guys, talking to ex’s etc - but nothing physical) and we addressed it. To her credit and my knowledge, she’s been apologetic and great at respecting boundaries since, but I still feel the pain from her actions years ago (and have talked to her about it). Feeling lost about whether to just leave or to try and work things out

Can we all agree that gender reveal parties are an annoying thing to subject your friends to?

What are good brands for young business people. I don't like Gucci and LV cause they are so mainstream. I am in the market for a new wallet and want something that is unique and nice (thinking Tom Ford or Mulberry)

Did any of you get a transfer or new job in Enabling areas? In chennai

It gets above 65 degrees and the city smells like garbage again. Forgot about that

Any recommendations for a counselor that specializes in helping active duty transition to civilian careers, specifically federal jobs? Trying to help a family friend get some one-on-one assistance beyond the VA transition assistance programs.

Anyone know of some in person volunteering opportunities that are can also helpful socially to meet and connect with others? I’m trying to work on meeting more people

Anyone moving to dc/Arlington that needs a roommate? M-24

Good places for a massage/spa day? Just looking for a gift card as a present to be used when things open back up.

Anyone familiar with Steampunk? They are based out of McLean and doing human centered innovation work for gov clients. Any insight into their culture and how they work would be much appreciated!@Steampunk

Anyone here lived in 555 apartments near L’Enfant plaza?

Best Italian restaurant for restaurant week?

Anyone know where I can rent a small boat for 2-4 hours relatively cheap? TIA

Is Capital One currently hiring? Had my last round of interview back in April and never heard anything back since

Hiya! Looking to move to Arlington, prefer Ballston area. Anyone know of any decent deals or specials? What can be negotiated for a new renter? Interested in a one bedroom :)

I work in tech in DC area with a salary of 110k. I had 1 YOE when I got the job about 6 months ago. My friend gets paid 150k with 2.5 YOE also in tech. What’s a good TC for SWE/DS in DC area with 2 YOE? I’m feeling insecure about my pay

Grind my teeth a lot, have a mouth guard. Looking for other alternatives and apparently Botox is really effective.

Has anyone done this, and can you recommend someone in DC

Anyone have recommendations for a therapist dealing in procrastination and anxiety management? Feeling a bit stuck lately. Thank you!

Can anyone recommend a good accountant for DC?

Anyone else experiencing a long delay getting their DC tax refund deposited?

Anywhere that has live music this weekend? Looking for a bar or something that has a local artist come by for a couple hours.

What is everyone’s thoughts about Hilton? Just got asked to interview

Toilet paper at Costco in Pentagon for those in need. They are rationing 1 per member per day: toilet paper, milk, water bottles... Good luck! This is not encourage to hoard but to prep for the month.