Just because we're not posting soup...

...doesn't mean we're not eating it! And yes, sometimes two-handed soup is the way to go. That's right, chopsticks and a spoon! Here's a photo I took of Margaret eating at our favorite pho place on Wilson Boulevard in Arlington, right across the river from DC.

Pho 75 is bare bones, but don't be fooled by the stark decor and the no-nonsense waiters. They may not make eye contact or small talk, but they know how to get a bowl of soup in front of you. FAST.

Going solo? Bring $10 and an empty belly. This place is great any day for lunch and it's the perfect remedy for a bad day or a bad cold. A regular bowl is only $5.95 and it's the size you see in this photo. Oh, and whatever you do, don't forget to order the Vietnamese iced coffee (cafe sua da). I can't recommend this enough. It's made with sweetened condensed milk. Don't go overboard though! That one cup of coffee might be small, but it gives you enough kick to last the rest of the day.