I'm just going to start off with, damn this was good. Happened to be in the neighborhood, and had heard good things. Decided to do a little bit of a late lunch, and boy was it good. -bbq lamb shoulder pita - absolutely delicious -crispy falafel - my favorite falafel spot is a hole in the wall in brooklyn ny, but this was quite good, needed more feta and red shatta yogurt though, and a pinch of onion. -smoked amba chicken - look, i'm not a chicken guy at a spot like this, but wow was this good, and likely the favorite of the three. The space itself is nice, the water area gets very crowded though because people are waiting for their food. Setup could be a smidge different, as even employees had a difficult time. Not my logistical problem though. I would easily recommend coming here. read more

Came here with a friend to do some work in a different setting. Definitely super crowded and can get very loud indoors. There's a lot of seating indoors but can be a little hard if you're looking for a quieter atmosphere. They also have a couple of seats outdoors. The pastries were almost barren/nearly sold out, but definitely saw and have had previously the chicken shawarma pita sandwich which was delicious! This time I ordered the Halawa Honey which was a bit too sweet, but it was a nice twist of flavor and you could taste the tahini. My friend ordered the Baklawa Mocha which was a little too icy and I felt had too much milk. It drowned out the other flavors which was a bit disappointing. read more

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tl; dr: delicious, albeit chaotic, and filled with a surprise in the end... came here for brunch and there's a short line out the door already. waited about 30 mins and finally ordered: -charred flank steak pita: stuffed with little gem lettuce, salad, and dressed with labne. it was very flavorful and all the different textures worked well together. i thoroughly enjoyed my pita until i got to the end: i found a piece of short, curly hair in my food. i didn't kno what to do and just left it at that. -smashed cucumbers: light, refreshing -iced halawa honey latte: nutty and fragrant, i really liked this! as the place is super popular, the seating situation is very chaotic. they'd give you a table tent if you secured a table. if not, you can leave your name when you order. they'll offer to pack up the order for you if you don't find a table. definitely had ppl eyeing my table hard as i was actively eating. the better bet would be grabbing takeout. hairy situation and all, but i'd still like to return. hopefully, the hair is a one-off situation. read more

Incredible and worth the wait and hype. They serve an assortment of yummy caffeine and non caffeine drinks as well as delicious pastry and savory options. Highlights: -the pita and hummus are so good, pricey yes but very delicious -the peanut dalgona was something I've never tried before and it was not too sweet (best compliment ever) To know: -line moves quickly, but there's limited seating both indoor and outdoor -you order at the counter then pick up your food before finding a seat read more

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So honestly, this review is a little strange to write, as I went on the night (unbeknownst to all of us) that Yellow was doing their final "pizza" service for the foreseeable future. We had a late reservation, and when we got there, the server told us they were holding two pizza crusts just for us because THAT WAS ALL THEY HAD LEFT, never to be made again. So, it won't necessarily help a future visitor, but nonetheless, I am fairly sure everything you get here is darn near guaranteed to be 5-stars. The pizzas were phenomenal, but there was plenty we had that is going to be staying on the menu. All the different mezze we snacked on were wonderful, highlighted by the humble hummus. Which... not so humble here... was incredible. We dipped all our pizza crusts in it, which the menu highly recommended. The cucumber salad was alot a fresh highlight, with a bright dressing, lots of colorful inclusions to excite your eyes, and fresh veggies throughout. We didnt partake in dessert, but the bakery was still well stocked with choices even near the end of the day. I'm sure I'll be back to Yellow, and they'll be doing something different but amazing. Thanks! read more

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This place was packed! I came on a Sunday and the line was out the door, but I still wanted to try it and it was worth the wait. I got the halawa honey latte and I loved it. It was such a different flavor of coffee that you can't find anywhere else. It had a subtle savory flavor that was soooo tasty. They had a fair amount of seating and I love how they stuck to the yellow theme in the restaurant. Check out this spot, but be ready for a line! read more

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There's a massive line to this cafe for a reason. Although packed, inside the cafe was cute and lively. We thankfully got seating outside, but definitely lucky since there was a constant influx of excited customers. (So reserve or plan to come early if you'd like to sit and eat!) The peanut dalgona was perfectly sweet! I hoped for a bit of a stronger peanut flavor, but still a delicious coffee. We also had the cauliflower pita, corn labne, and baklawa-- which were all out-of-the-park flavorful!! My only regret is not getting a pack of the baklawa to take home. Would definitely recommend read more

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we came at around 3pm on a saturday afternoon and waited about 25 minutes in line. luckily it was nice weather out and didn't end up raining even though it was supposed to! it was super crowded inside and we had to be strategic to get a table for the four of us. we got the urfa pepita crunch, the crispy falafel pita, and the shatta batata. we also got a couple other pitas and the pistachio soft serve. given how crowded it was, we had to wait another ~25 minutes for our food. the food itself was delicious!! the homemade pita that they make in house with their brick oven was amazing- so soft and fresh. my friend got the hot fried chicken pita, which they said was only available for a limited time, and while it was difficult to bite into, it was amazing too! we loved the falafel- my friend and i split one falafel pita between the two of us and it was the perfect amount of food paired with a bit of the urfa pepita labne dip and the shatta batata. i would definitely say that the wait was worth it. some of the best falafel pita i think i've had! the pistachio ice cream tasted just like vanilla however read more

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Mid-morning coffee run! Yellow had a bit of a line (apparently it's much longer most days/times) so be ready to wait a while. I got the baklawa latte which was walnut, rose, and orange flavored. It was definitely a little more fun than a normal latte, the flavor gives you more to think about than just coffee flavor. I think I need another time or two to be fully sold on this one, but I don't tend to put fruit flavors in my coffee. It's super busy in the shop, you will need to snag a table when you get in if you have the chance, but it's a great vibe. read more

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Such a great place to grab a quick bite for a snack! I shared the burnt eggplant (not) pizza and it was perfect. It had such a smokey flavor to the eggplant and the red peppers gave it a nice tartness. It also came with the chili oil that I asked for on the side since the person I was with doesn't like the spice and it was a great addition for people who like it spicy. It had garlic in it so it was flavorful on top of being spicy. We also tried the tamarind tea and it was VERY sour so we added some sugar and it was perfect. The place is small so I recommend making reservations if you want to sit inside, but the tables outside are first come first serve so you can just order your food to-go. read more

Yellow The Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Yellow had been on my radar for a while since its appearance in "Somebody Feed Phil." I knew, when watching that program, that the Breakfast Batatas were an inevitable part of my destiny. So after visiting family in DC, we made sure Yellow was a stop for us before heading to the airport to go home to L.A. To say we were not disappointed is to way oversimplify the joy we experienced eating the baked goods and batata. We loved everything and felt like we were truly indulging in unique treats, done so well, we'd have a hard time finding anything as good anywhere else. No reservations here - You get in the line to order and hopefully by the time you get your food, there'll be a table or space somewhere for you to eat it. (We got lucky.) The house-made pita and hummus...among the best we've head. The Orange Blossom Croissant (I mean I just want to eat those words, and the pastry itself lived up to that desire.) And of course the breakfast batatas, which we got a side of. These were truly a destination food, worthy of going out of your way to eat, and perhaps even build a trip to the D.C. area around just to make sure you experience them. THEY WERE SO GOOD! The drink options are unique too...I had the Halawa Latte to try and stick with the Levantine theme of the place. It was pretty good but tasted a bit more like a regular latte without too strong or noticeable halva element to it. I'd probably try something else to drink next time. The place was crowded, hard to find a seat, and there was quite a wait to get into the single bathroom...so plan your time accordingly so you don't stress if you need to be somewhere else. BUT DEFINITELY GO HERE. We'll be stopping in again next time we're in D.C. read more

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Yellow is popular for a reason! The food is amazing! However, due to the popularity the food quality is going down. Came on a Sunday and despite the crowds, service moves pretty quickly but seating may vary. I always order the Lamb Pita, Red Shara Hummus, Shatta Batata and I noticed the food wasn't as great as I remembered. I'd still recommend but beware food can be hit or miss. read more

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Visited Yellow the Cafe on my first DC trip and it did not disappoint. It offers a fusion of French inspired and Middle Eastern flavors. Space was limited as this spot is highly popular for good reason, but we managed to snag a table by the window while we waited for our food. Food: I ordered the smoked amba chicken pita which came with salad herbs, onions, and tahini. It had a smoky and earthy flavor profile, but it was balanced well with sauces and spices. We also ordered the shatta batata (potatoes cut in cube form, battered and fried in shawarma spices) and they were delectable. Drinks: I tried a dirty chai latte which I recently learned means a regular chai with a shot of espresso mixed in and I really enjoyed it! Next time I visit I want to try their pastries, particularly their Palestinian dish, the Pistachio Basbousa (olive oil cake). read more

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THIS WAY HABIBIS INDEED. gosh the arab representation in DC is UNREAAAAAL. As a SoCal native, seeing all the immense support for levantine and palestinian businesses in the DMV is an absolute fresh air, and all you gotta do is TASTE THE FOOD!! The lebna soft serve is so so delicious, reminiscent of tart frozen yogurt... but the pomegranate molasses is just perfect with it. BUT THE COOKIE???? DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED BEST COOKIE OF MY LIFE. oh AND THE COCONUT FOAM??? god i love Arabs i hope to make my mama proud and marry one someday. i'm so sad to be back in socal like i know i have anaheim and stuff but ive been converted to an east coast girly. THANK U YELLOOOOOW also the SWEETEST woman served us... I forgot her name but i know she's getting her masters in theater or something like that, but please please management give her a raise or something. she's an absolute ray of sunshine and she made our night so so amazing. i wanna be besties w her read more

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This place really is a gem. From the flavors of the food to the unique choices for coffee and even those savory sweet pastries that hit the spot. Absolutely delicious I came in on a Sunday the line moved extremely fast for it being out the door. The staff was patient with me in regards to some of my pronunciation and I appreciate that. The yellow pops everywhere and the space is expertly designed. Definitely visit if you are near one! read more

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I was skeptical because sometimes people over hype places, but this place was the real deal! We already had brunch so I only ordered a chai but a) the chai latte was on point. So delicious and creamy with a certain toasted flavor to it I couldn't put my finger on but thought about all day. And b) while we waited on our drink order, I was jealous of all the folks around me eating because the food looked so good! read more

I really wanted to love this place :( yellow's decor and ambiance are very bright and inviting, and the wait staff was so kind and helpful. we split a pizza, which was very tasty, but the ribs fell short in terms of flavor and presentation, and only receiving 3 ribs for the price point felt unnecessary and honestly just not worth it. We also got the affogato, but we had to send it back because the ice cream had a taste that we were not expecting and regrettably didn't care for. For an establishment with so much hype behind it, I definitely had higher hopes for this one. read more

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WOW! We came here for a morning brekkie & I must say this place is worth the hype. We ordered the Zaatar Egg Croissant, Urfa-thing Egg Bagel, Wood fired shakshuka. The croissant was flaky and so nice. The bagel wasn't your heavy typical NYC style, it was soft and had a really nice flavor. I also ordered the halawa latte, which was really good. Highly recommend as our group was contemplating whether we should go here for breakfast the next day. PS - Seating can be hard to find and breakfast is till 11am only! Lots to walk around this area as well! read more

Yellow The Cafe - Zaatar Egg Croissant, Urfa-thing Egg Bagel, Wood fired shakshuka - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Innovative Lebanese cuisine with delicate flavors. The lamb pita was incredibly delicious with the perfect seasonings, fresh ingredients, and pickled vegetables. Pastry case also looked delectable. Coffees were unique and new flavors - especially enjoyed the golden date latte. Service was relatively quick considering the amount of orders they had! Line was out the door. It was quite crowded for lunch time, so it was difficult to find seats. Parking in Georgetown is free street parking for a max of 2 hours. read more

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Busy and popular place. Takes credit card. It's pretty expensive. The line moves quickly but there is limited and not much room inside for seating. There's outdoor seating. I would take a friend here but I prob wouldn't come here regularly. Excellent pita bread. It has nice chew and texture. The labne (yogurt) with pita is a good. Za'atar- croissant with labne ($7.5)- it's looks nice. The exterior of the the croissant is full of herbs with yogurt inside. Chicken pita ($17)- pretty good sandwich. Chicken is cooked well, soft. The chicken flavor is not very strong. BBQ Lamb shoulder pita ($20)- actual bbq sauce on shredded lamb. The bbq sauce is super sweet. BBQ sauce is out of place. I would skip this Shatta batata ($13)- hash brown tater tots- potato cubes deep fried, it's cooked well. It comes with a mayo dipping sauce which is average. I would skip the dipping sauce. The potato with hummus is good. Red shatta hummus with pita chips ($11)-th hummus is probably the best item they have. Skip then pita chips, it's too salty. The hummus is super creamy. The feta cheese is a perfect compliment to the hummus. Tamarind Ice tea $6- refreshing, enough tamarind, with lemonade and ice tea read more

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Phew! This place gets busy but don't let the long line deter you, it goes pretty fast! I truly had no idea what to get but ended up getting their golden date coffee and the chicken pita. The coffee did have a spice I wasn't familiar with. Tasted good but it was different! The pita was spectacular!! 10/10 Would get again. read more

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We lucked out and arrived as they were opening and were just in time to grab a table. The space is small but cozy with a relaxed vibe. We started with the falafel jibne, and ordered the lahm bi ajeen (not) pizza, which came out quickly, was delicious, and perfect for sharing. The Mish Mish Spritz was just okay, and I'd probably try a different drink next time. read more

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This place is seriously busy! We managed to snag a table in the middle of weekend brunch rush, and I'm so happy I got to try a bunch of items on the menu. The pita is so incredibly fluffy and goes well with everything. I loved the well seasoned chicken accompanied by lightly dressed veg and a creamy garlic sauce tucked into a fluffy pita pocket. The layered potato tots were both crisp and soft but honestly didn't quite live up to the hype. We also tried the classic hummus with the pita chips, which are real pita bread fried in house. While I enjoyed their thickness and crunch, the portion of chips didn't quite match the generosity of the hummus. Please up your chip game. Hummus was soooo delectably tangy and rich. Loved the fresh evoo and herbs scattered on top--really provided some extra texture and variation. The golden date latte is a quality espresso drink and lightly sweetened with date molasses (aka date syrup for you refined sugar free lovers). It was the perfect drink to wash down all the savoriness, but I must say that the cardamom was stronggg. I will 100% be returning to try out the other pitas and stunning pastries. Love Yellow! read more

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Really yummy. Fluffy pita. Great sandwiches, especially the bbq lamb and I don't even like lamb. Hummus was also very good. I can see why there's a line on weekends read more

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Soooo freaking delicious!!! Also yellow is my favorite color so I love how the decoration is all yellow! Can't wait to go back and try more of their amazing lattes and all the other foods... service was nice and easy :) They are very busy, you're lucky if you can get a table on the weekend haha it's for a reason read more

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I honestly thought this place was just okay for all of the hype I saw online. Granted I do feel like I need to go back for the pastries as some of them were gone by the time I got there. I was excited to try the baklawa but that was gone. So pro tip, go early! We got the orange blossom croissant and cardamom morning bun. The croissant was okay and the morning bun flavors did not sit right with my palette personally. I ordered a falafel pita which I did enjoy the flavors of that a lot. My friend got the bbq lamb pita and it was just okay. Preferred the falafel for sure. It was pretty packed in there and hard to find seating but once a seat opened up we were able to snatch it quick so keep your eyes peeled (especially if you go later in the day) read more

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I had heard a lot about this place and wanted to see what the hype was about! The interior of the restaurant is casual yet very thoughtfully decorated, with cute pops of yellow throughout. The servers were extremely kind, knowledgeable about the menu, and happy to make recommendations. For drinks, I ordered the Levantine G&T. This was a delicious, refreshing drink. Urfa pepita crunch- listed in their hummus section but this is labne, which is yogurt-based! The labne was smooth and tangy and was offset perfectly by the crunchy aromatics and nuts in the center. The pita was warm and fluffy. Harissa (not) pizza- absolutely obsessed with their take on pizza with plenty of crust on the edges to eat with hummus/dip if you please. I loved the heat from the harissa. I'm not really sure what makes this a *not* pizza, but I enjoyed it nonetheless. All the menu options looked so good it was hard to choose what to order! This place is totally worth the hype and I'd love to come back to try more! read more

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It was worth trying, the lamb was tender in the pita and baked goods were solid. I understand the hype but I'm not sure if it was worth the line. Still delicious. read more

Yellow The Cafe - Lamb shoulder pita, orange glazed croissant, cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Really delicious coffee and shakshuka! The service is really fast & friendly and I would definitely come back if I'm in the area. read more

Yellow The Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Literally anything on the menu is fantastic The pita sandwiches are extremely filling and if you want something light the batata tots are a go to read more

Everything about this spot is AMAZING!! The coffee is delicious the pastries are unmatched. You have to get in line early in the morning to even be able to try them. We got the hummus which was some of the best I have tried, and the chicken shawarma in the pita wrap was so much perfectly flavored I never thought of labneh ice cream existing but I wish I could eat this every single day!! read more

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Yellow has been on my radar for years, especially after hearing Phil Rosenthal rave about their pitas. I finally stopped by on a Wednesday afternoon, which worked out perfectly, no line, and we were able to grab a table right away. I tried the halvah latte, which was just okay and didn't quite live up to expectations. However, the falafel pita was excellent, and I'd absolutely order it again. That said, I can't really imagine waiting in a long line for the food and drinks here. Still, I'd love to come back and explore more of the menu, especially the soft serve and the labneh croissant. read more

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There is a line out the door and for good reason! The food here is top tier! We came for lunch and tried a bunch of the different sandwich pitas. We did the lamb shoulder, falafel, and chicken pita. I'd say the pork was my favorite, then the falafel, then the chicken. I never usually like falafel, but this one was so crispy and had such an evening seasoning blend inside. The pickled veggies and sauces mixed throughout every bite of all the pitas were so flavorful just wow! Packed in such a delightful punch of savory and tangy. The pita bread itself was such an amazing vessel for the protein and toppings like wow what a pillowy texture! Next time I must try the baklava! Definitely come here if you're in DC! read more

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Yellow is an amazing bakery!! I was picking up bakery items to go. I got the blueberry + labne coffee cake, the za'atar croissant, the soujek + cheese bear claw, and the jammy egg shakshuka croissant. They were all SO delicious. The star of the show was the shakshuka croissant but I would re-buy everything. They all transported well too. The counter staff was so helpful as well! They helped me pick out the bakery items and were so sweet. I didn't sit inside since all of the items were to-go but they had lovely seating and a second seating area further in. I am definitely eager to come back and try the rest!! read more

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Arguably some of the best hummus I've ever had! My friend got a pita and it looked so good, I wish I ordered that too. The ambiance is busy and it may be hard to find a seat inside but the service didn't feel too long. read more

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The reviews weren't kidding when they said there would be a line. We reached around 11 and yes the line was almost at the end of the block. Thankfully it moved quickly. Actually I was very surprised by how quickly and efficiently they were taking orders and making them. Kudos in terms of being ready for the crowd. We wanted 1-2 items and ended up with five because of their menu. We really enjoyed the speeha (lamb flatbread with a delicious garlic labneh), the jammy shakshuka croissant (flavorful), the deliciously moist pistachio bousbousa, and the hearty Smoked amba chicken pita. Would 10/10 order these again. Where it fell apart was the coffee (and this was the original reason we went here). Really wanted to try what they call a baklava mocha which is supposed to have roasted walnuts, rose, and orange blossom. Well, it tasted like nothing and if I absolutely had to assign a taste, I'd say like a watered down cleaning product. Instead of remaking it, I requested for the honey halawa latte which also tasted watered down but I scooped out and discarded all the ice and then it tasted more like coffee. I think there's something wrong with the ratio of espresso and flavors they're adding to their lattes and they may need to revisit their recipe. But just one star off for this fail because everything else was truly grand. read more

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I was in town, working remote, and thought I'd come post up here for the morning with some delicious food and coffee, however, they do not offer wifi. There were several people working on their laptops, but I just felt a little confused about the vibe. Was it acceptable to work there? The Golden Date Latte was good-- but don't get it if you like chunks of dates in the bottom of your coffee. I'll try another coffee drink next time. And the breakfast egg pita was REALLY good. I still think about it, now a week or two later. I would come back here, but not to work. (And I think that's what they want). read more

Yellow The Cafe - Breakfast Egg Pita - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The kind of greed they talk about in the Bible I somehow have never tried @yellowthecafe in @unionmarketdc so had to try a little of everything! The highest of highlights were the charred corn labne dip and of course the spicy red shatta hummus! read more

Yellow The Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I went to Yellow with a friend for a Tuesday evening dinner and it was a great spot to catch up. When we arrived around 5 it was pretty quiet, but it quickly filled up with a nice energy. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the evening. The food was fantastic and packed with flavor. We ordered the oysters, the crispy rice with lamb, lamb kabobs, and the pita. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted amazing. The pita was warm and fluffy, the lamb dishes were seasoned perfectly, and the oysters had such a unique and delicious preparation. Overall it was a wonderful experience with great food, good service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I would definitely come back and recommend it for both a casual dinner and a night out with friends. read more

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My friend hyped up the labne soft serve with baklava and pistachio and wow it very much lived up to the hype. The labne soft serve itself was rich and like a creamier version or frozen yogurt. I loved the baklava pieces inside that really added to the flavor. We also tried the seasonal (?) new item called Maryland crab (not) pizza and it was very interesting. We were not disappointed at all. The parsley and spices surprisingly complemented the corn and crab. The bread reminded me of naan texture and was delicious. Their customer service was lovely; answering all my questions and giving out 10/10 smiles :) read more

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