Thelo Greek Grill to open this month in Bethesda (Photos)

Thelo Greek Grill had been scheduled to open on April 20, but remains dark. Now the owner says it will open in May, but the exact date is not yet known. They are hiring for all positions, seeking potential employees "with humor. Work ethic a plus." Thelo Greek Grill is located at 8009 Norfolk Avenue in downtown Bethesda.

Thelo Greek restaurant to open next month in Bethesda

Those seeking Greek cuisine after the recent closure of Yamas Mediterranean Grill will have a new option next month. Thelo Greek Grill will open on April 20, 2018, at 8009 Norfolk Avenue. It takes over the space just vacated by Bistro LaZeez.

NEW FRESH YOGURT BAR AT FANCY CAKES BY LESLIE

Bethesda Row has many dessert options, ranging from cupcakes and ice cream to crepes and gelato.

But what if you are still sticking to that New Year's resolution of a healthier diet?

Fancy Cakes by Leslie on Elm Street has the answer:  a brand-new Fresh Yogurt Bar inside their shop!

Photo:  Fancy Cakes by Leslie

Even if you're just waiting to pick up a cake, stop by the bar.  Don't be expecting mass-produced, packaged yogurt - these flavors are made locally from milk produced by grass-fed cows.  That's right, locavores, it's time to buy local yogurt.  In addition, there are 3 Greek yogurts, which are the current fad in yogurt.

Flavors include maple, raspberry and chocolate, and toppings are available to customize your treat.

Stop by Fancy Cakes by Leslie today and find out how fresh yogurt can be!

Fancy Cakes by Leslie, 4939 Elm Street.  301-652-9390.

GREEK EASTER

IN

BETHESDA

Religious Services and Restaurant

Feasts, All within Downtown Bethesda!

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While many Christians are still finishing their Easter candy, those of the Greek Orthodox faith are just getting ready to celebrate this weekend. Here in downtown Bethesda, one can attend Greek Orthodox services *and* celebrate with traditional Greek cuisine, without leaving the borders of town!

St. George Greek Orthodox Church, at 7701 Bradley Boulevard, is known even to non-Orthodox Bethesda residents for its popular annual festival (to be held again in May). This weekend, the church will hold the following services:

Today (Good Friday):

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9:00 AM Decorating of the Kouvouklion

Noon Royal Hours

3:00 Apokatheilosis (The bringing-down of Christ from the Cross)

7:00 Lamentations

Holy Saturday:

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9:30 AM Liturgy of St. Basil

11:00 PM The Canon of Pascha

12:00 AM Resurrection and Divine Liturgy

Sunday (Great and Holy Pascha)

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"The Feast of Feasts"

11:00 AM Agape Service

(Easter Egg Hunt to follow)

Now, about those eggs. Greek Easter eggs are dyed like "Western" Easter eggs; the difference is that Greek Easter eggs are all dyed red, to symbolize the Blood of Christ.

Anyone can celebrate Greek Easter this weekend at Yamas Mediterranean Grill, at 4806 Rugby Avenue in Bethesda. They will be serving traditional lamb dishes, and - of course - Red Eggs!

You can carry on the tradition of cracking your red egg against someone else's.

Happy Easter to those celebrating this weekend in Bethesda, and around the world.

"Christos Anesti!"