Virginia Food Events and Festivals for April

“Shooting Point Oysters produces handcrafted oysters on their family farm and they have a damn good time doing it.”  Tom Gallivan and his wife, Ann, ventured into cage culturing hatchery-produced oysters 17 years ago. Their combined experience in shellfish research and commercial fishing blend to create a company that is committed to produce sustainable shellfish on one of the last standing Eastern Shore oyster houses.

It’s spooky season, foodies, so you know there’s a solid chance that you’ll end up in pumpkin patch and eating tons of candy. But did you know October is also prime season for beer, wine, and oyster fests in this great state? Throw in a street food soirée and cupcake fest or two, and you’ve got yourself a stellar to-do list for October. Get the skinny on everything happening in Virginia this October with our events list:

Did you know that a thriving chestnut orchard is growing in the foothills of the blue ridge mountains? It’s true! Virginia Chestnuts is a family owned and operated orchard that has deep roots in the heart of Nelson County.

Ahh, Winchester. This small town in the top corner of our fair state holds a special place in our hearts. Winchester is most known for apple orchards and Patsy Cline, but it’s got some really great places to eat as well. Here’s our rundown of Winchester’s best restaurants, breweries, markets and food trucks:

Alexandria, Virginia, is a foodie’s paradise that’s been wowing the DMV area for some time. It’s hard to know where to go if you’re not from the area, so we thought we’d round up all of our favorite places that source locally.

So check it out, and let us know if we left anyone out!