January Foodie Events

Savory, who? This month is all about the sweeter things in life. Whether you want to treat your sweetie or treat yo’ self, this list of Valentine’s treats is sure to satisfy.

On Monday, June 1, Virginia ABC stores will offer a complimentary 50ml of Virginia Distillery Company’s new American Single Malt Courage & Conviction with a purchase of $25 or more in spirits or wines, while supplies last. A few days following the promotion, Virginia Distillery Company will host a virtual tasting of Courage & Conviction on Facebook Live on Wednesday, June 3 at 5:30 p.m. to give consumers the opportunity to learn more about the whisky and the production process.

This year, 10 products from 8 companies in Virginia have been selected as finalists for the 2023 Good Food Awards. 

Dedicated to recognizing and supporting sustainable farming and local food production, The Good Food Foundation awards the most exemplary products from all over the world each year. The 2023 award finalists have been announced, and the products from Virginia are truly remarkable! 

Locke Store is the kind of regional business we love to support here at VA Foodie and is your ideal one-stop holiday shopping destination. Find handmade baked goods, savory dishes, and local products to make any holiday season cheery and bright.

Pure Pasty won International accolades with their BBQ Chicken pasty, a creation developed by the company’s British chef Nicola Willis Jones with sweet potato, zucchini, red pepper, corn and a small amount of pineapple.

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Scrap the list of generic big-box items and use our Good Gift Guide to buy the special foodies in your life something local, unique, and most importantly – tasty.