January Foodie Events

January Foodie Events

Happy 2020, foodies! With this epic events list, maybe hold off on your New Year Diet until February. There are way too many events to enjoy this month, like a killer slider competition, multiple beer fests, and National Glazed Donut Day! (Yep, we’re marking our calendars.) So start this new decade off right, and dive right into these awesome events.

The VA Foodie Guide to Eating Fresh in the Winter

The VA Foodie Guide to Eating Fresh in the Winter

We’re knee-deep in the season of cookies and casseroles, and all things carb-y. We’re definitely fans of holiday feasting, but we love veggies too. One of the downsides of winter is that eating fresh this time of year is so HARD. We know the struggle is real, and like all things, balance is key. So munch on those Santa cookies and drink that hot cocoa, but be sure to eat some greens from time to time, too. From growing a cold-tolerant garden and visiting year-round farmers markets, to canning veggies and drinking cold-pressed juice, here are a few ways to make sure you get your vitamins when the weather outside is frightful:

The VA Foodie Taco Trail: The Top 40 Places to Get Tacos in Virginia

The VA Foodie Taco Trail: The Top 40 Places to Get Tacos in Virginia

Forget Taco Tuesday, how about tacos every day? For breakfast, lunch, dinner or even a late-night snack, tacos deliver a burst of flavor in a handy, edible wrapper. Tacos are so popular, we think you could travel the state and have a taco at every stop. With that in mind, we thought we’d explore a Virginia Taco Trail. Dreaming of tacos, we took to social media and asked our followers to give a shout out to their favorite place, and y’all definitely delivered. So here goes! The official Virginia Foodie Taco Trail:

December Foodie Events

December Foodie Events

????It’s the most wonderful time of the year! ????Get ready for December, foodies–cause it’s a doozy. These festivals, classes, and events are sure to get you out of the house and into the spirit! From a ham and cocktail pairing, cookie fests, and even a chili cook-off with Santa, this December is chock-full of festivities that every foodie can enjoy. So get out there and make merry, foodies!

VAFoodie’s 2019 Good Gift Guide: Holiday Treats for the Food Lovers on Your List

VAFoodie’s 2019 Good Gift Guide: Holiday Treats for the Food Lovers on Your List

It’s that time again, foodies! We’ve compiled our annual Good Gift Guide to help you find the perfect gift for all the food-lovers on your list. From the sweet to the savory, and everything in between–our list has got it all. Plus, if you’re inspired to get a little something for yourself, we certainly won’t judge.

Slurp! It’s Virginia Oyster Month!

Slurp! It’s Virginia Oyster Month!

Celebrated as the Oyster Capital of the East Coast, Virginia actually out-oysters the entire country in terms of its annual production of both wild-harvested and farm-raised bivalves. Take it from us: There’s nothing like tossing down a Virginia oyster with a nice glass of Virginia wine or a frosty craft brew to go along with its salty, sweet, buttery fabulousness—ideally gazing out on some Chesapeake Bay tidelands or the Atlantic while you do it.