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.
Love is in the air and foodie events in Virginia are aplenty this February! If you’re looking to spend Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart drinking wine or tasting chocolates, you’ll find a great deal of options and unique date ideas this month.
Bold Rock Hard Cider has announced the launch of its new seasonal cider, Rosé. Available on shelves February 5, Rosé is a fruit-forward, Rosé-inspired cider with a crisp berry finish.
With Valentines’ Day drawing near… Love is in the air! For those who love Virginia and all it has to offer (spirits, food and crafts) the Virginia Distillers Association (VDA) is announcing that the third stop on their inaugural Virginia Craft Spirits Roadshow will be February 10, 2018 at the Mariner’s Museum in Newport News, Virginia.
From the Blue Ridge Highlands to the Tidewater region, these coffee shops have one mission: to make sure your caffeine levels never run low. Sustainably sourced beans? Locally made artisanal cheeses? You’ll find all this and more in our guide to the Virginia & DC coffee shop scene.
Oysters, moonshine, craft beer & more – Virginia’s food party doesn’t stop come Winter time! Here’s a rundown of foodie events & activities around the state in January.
The holiday season revolves around our favorite thing – food. We spend much of our time cooking, eating, and thinking about cooking and eating. We’ve tapped the minds of some of the state’s leading culinary lights for some unique, scrumptious, and hearty inspiration for your holiday feasts. Dig in and start cooking
This ain’t your Grandma’s recipe! This unique holiday pie features red wine, pears and cranberries. Spices like star anise, cloves, ginger, cinnamon and orange zest gives it a kick and a distinct flavor profile. If you’re a baking extraordinaire like Arley is, feel free to gussy up the pie crust by creating a lattice pattern and cutting out some seasonal shapes from leftover dough, and if you’re not, well, that’s okay too. Happy baking!
Is there anything more southern than cornbread? Well how about a cornbread stuffing? Add some savory depth to this comfort food classic by adding in the subtle brininess of Virginias oysters. This recipe will surely satisfy your down home southern craving for great stuffing.
Sometimes the simplest things can be the best. This sandwich hits all the high points of classic comfort, from its delicious slow-roasted beef to its savory Irish seasonings.
