The Eat List

Whether or not you have a traditional Valentine, are rolling solo, planning a love-filled wedding, or just want to shower love on those around you, here are some of the most delectable treats in and around Virginia to get those hearts pumping.

The weather is finally heating up and so are the foodie events all around the state. The month of March has something for everyone: Mardi Gras lovers, mac n’ cheese enthusiasts, oyster fans and everyone who just enjoys the warm Virginia sunshine and some yummy food. Embrace the coming of spring, VA Foodie style.

Events are back, baby! May has got a lot going on. It’s National Salad Month, National Barbecue Month, and National Strawberry Month. Whew! It’s also got Cinco de Mayo, National Wine Day, and Memorial Day. As the weather gets warmer, foodies all over the Commonwealth are itching to get out and enjoy good food and drink with friends and family. Outdoor events are slowly coming back and the CDC has recently updated recommendations for outdoor gatherings for vaccinated and unvaccinated people which is great news for folks looking to safely celebrate the season.

Monticello will mark the 274th anniversary of Thomas Jefferson’s birth with a celebration and ceremony on the West Lawn with a pre-ceremony performance beginning at 9:45 a.m., featuring a keynote address by Chef Alice Waters, the 2017 recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Citizen Leadership. 

It’s September, which means summer is winding down, but it doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of festivities to enjoy. This month is packed with food, wine, beer, and cider festivals to celebrate these last days of warmer weather. Check out our list below for some outdoor foodie fun.

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