THE BIRD'S NEST Plume at The Jefferson Hotel, Washington, D.C Tucked into a circular alcove within the main dining room, a 100-year-old crystal chandelier illuminates a small table and curved banquette. Behind you, leather book spines line the curved nook. In front of you, a pair of charcoal silk curtains can be nudged close, should you require more privacy. The final touch: The Bird's Nest comes with its own signature dessert: The Nest, featuring a gold-flecked white chocolate egg filled with Chantilly cream, snowy merignues, a trio of fresh berries, passion fruit and coconut sorbets, all sitting atop a nest of cotton candy flavored with citrus.
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Former NBA guard Darius Morris has died at the age of 33. He played for five teams during his four NBA seasons. Morris played college basketball at Michigan.
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