Mayonnaise is one of those condiments that you either love or hate, rarely are people indifferent to mayonnaise. Better than store bought: Chef Masilati’s version of homemade mayo is thicker, has a tangier flavor profile, and can serve as a great base to many other sauces and dips, enhancing their flavor.

August brings scorching temps, but also good times and yummy treats. This month, Virginia has something for everyone- cultural festivals, craft beer soirées, and celebrations of the summer harvest. so, check out our list of events, have fun, and stay cool, foodies!

Roanoke is home to lots of places that not only source locally but are also heavy hitters in the foodie game. This historic town has it all–from artisan ice cream, to bustling farm markets, and a bevy of breweries. Check out our list below to see why Roanoke is the Shining star that leads people down south:

It’s July, foodies! Time to celebrate America, see if we can finish our cones before they melt all over our hands and perfect the art of picking a crab. Hit the ground running (metaphorically not physically… too hot for all that) with these Virginia Foodie events across the state. And don’t forget to keep a look out on our Instagram for how we’re celebrating July’s National Food days… we’re looking at you, National Piña Colada Day.

Finding the perfect place for brunch on Sunday that pleases all your peoples is sometimes like pulling teeth. We know how it is and we, like the good friends we are, are here to help. From Boozy Brunch to Brunchin’ on a Dime, we got you. Keep scrolling to see who we think is worth the brunch buzz

Chef Erik Fox-Nettnin, Executive Chef of Magnolias at the Mill kicks off the 3rd dinner in the Root to Table Culinary Series with his, “Summer Solstice and Virginia Seafood” on June 23rd.