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The Roanoke Foodshed Network (RFN), formerly known as the Roanoke Regional Food System Partnership, is granting more than $18,000 to area nonprofits and schools to support food access work in the Roanoke region. The following organizations received funding: Virginia Cooperative Extension, One Valley Inc., Feeding Southwest Virginia, Highland Park Elementary School, Lick Run Community Development Corporation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia, and Cave Spring Elementary School PTA.

The Virginia Association for Biological Farming (VABF) — Virginia’s premier organization for biological and organic farmers, gardeners, foodies, educators, advocates, and supporters of sustainable agriculture — has opened registration to record sales for its 23rd annual conference to be held at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, January 6-8, 2023.

The season of gifting – and eating! – is upon us, and December is the perfect time for a winter market trip for local holiday gifts. But this month is not all about the shopping; we’ve got plenty of date night ideas (craft cocktail lessons, anyone?) or bring the kids along for adventures in baking or a visit with the jolly old elf himself. Whatever you choose, there is plenty to see and do before that final New Year’s Eve countdown.

It’s November, and while the air may be cooler, there are still many foodie festivities to enjoy this month. From savory food festivals, oysterfests, and wine, cider, and beer fests, there is something for every food and drink lover to enjoy. Grab a friend and head out to discover what flavors lie ahead.

Pumpkin patches and all the activities that our local farms offer in addition to pumpkin picking make it one of our favorite Autumnal pastimes. From the hayrides to apple cider, petting zoos to punkin’ chunkin’, bonfires to face painting; a day at the local pumpkin patch is a memory to cherish forever. we’ve curated this list of family farms around the state that offer all the pumpkin-filled fun you can handle. So get exploring!

It’s October foodie friends, which means fall is officially here! This month is jam-packed with Fall/Food Festivals, Oktoberfests, Oysterfests, beer and wine events, food trucks, and much more. Now is the perfect time to explore some new tastes, so check out our list below.

Virginia Distillery Company has been nominated in USA Today’s 2022 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel awards for Best Craft Whiskey Distillery for the third consecutive year. The contest allows the public to vote for their favorite distillery once a day until Monday, September 26. A panel of American spirits experts selected Virginia Distillery Company and 19 other distilleries for the contest.

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.

The waterways of the Chesapeake are famous for their blue crabs, oysters, and rockfish. But you probably know that the health of the Chesapeake Bay is a little precarious. The good news is you can enjoy excellent seafood and help improve our waterways by making smart, sustainable choices when you dine. Check out our guide to sustainable seafood.

August is here foodies! This month there are plenty of events that celebrate our local farmers and their produce, crabs, craft beer, wine and bourbon. Whatever you’re in the mood for, this list is sure to have something for you. Get out there and take advantage of the last and best days of summer!