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!

There’s nothing worse than having all your lovely fresh produce go to waste before it goes into your belly. Ensure you properly store your purchases as soon as you get home from the farmer’s market.

Each fruit or vegetable has its preferred location, so before you leave the farmer’s market, ask the grower the best location for each type of food: the fridge, the countertop, or a cool room or pantry.

June is here with warmer weather and plenty of festivals for our fellow foodies. This month is full of cultural events, barbecues and brews suited for the warmer weather. Check out the list below to find something to satisfy your cravings and get you out of the house!

Hey there, berry lovers! It’s strawberry season, and we’re feeling the excitement in the air! There’s nothing quite like biting into a juicy, ripe strawberry fresh from the vine. But why settle for store-bought when you can go on an adventure and pick your own at a U-pick patch?

May is full of festive activities. From Cinco de Mayo and celebrations for Mom, all that way through to those Memorial Day barbecues, there are plenty of reasons to gather and feast. No matter the occasion, foodies across the state should be able to find great, local, food to celebrate at many of the events below.

Local sourcing encompasses all kinds of agriculture, and flower farming is our new favorite industry to support.

If you’re searching for ways to charm your moms, grads, and even dads during this season of celebrations, Why not add an extra special local touch with flowers or plants from a local farm?

Check out our story on Virginia’s growing flower farm community, and find tips for snagging some beautiful blooms for yourself!

From beer and wine fests to barbecue and food trucks, April is the perfect time to get together with family and friends, and enjoy the best of Virginia. It’s also National Garden Month — the perfect time to get your hands dirty in your own garden.