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.
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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.
Whether you’re dining out or cooking at home, it’s important to choose fresh seafood. Opting for local, sustainably caught seafood not only ensures better taste but also supports the local economy and helps protect the environment. Use this guide to find out what seafood is in season in Virginia, so you can enjoy fresh and responsibly sourced seafood throughout the year.
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!
One of the summer’s greatest pleasures is visiting your local ice cream shop to enjoy a favorite flavor or try something new. That simple, wondrous pleasure has held throughout the challenging past few years of the pandemic, creating a 6% increase in U.S. production and sales, which translate to 1 billion gallons of ice cream sold! Read on to learn more about ice cream in Virginia.
July is National Culinary Arts Month, and Virginia sure has plenty to celebrate! This month brings us lots of music, food, and restaurant events to satisfy your foodie cravings. It’s also National Grilling Month, so dive into all that GOOD grilled food. Plenty of flowers and fruits hit their peak this time of year, so check out the list below to enjoy everything July offers!
