Experience rich history, stunning landscapes and fabulous flavors in Virginia’s horse and wine country Take a deep breath and slowly feel your cares melt away the moment you step foot…
Enjoy a Quaint and Cozy Stay in Charlottesville & Albermarle County This Winter What first comes to mind when you think of Charlottesville and Albemarle County? Perhaps it’s the rich…
I’m not a horse person, per se. I haven’t been around them much, other than the ones in our neighbor’s yard that I used to sneak sugar cubes to when…
Michael Heny has been making wine since 1990. He studied mechanical engineering and comparative literature at University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Following graduation, he learned the craft of winemaking while…
Seafood is among those foods that we can't ever seem to get enough of (kind of like cheese or chocolate—or wine). This is one food category, however, where it's especially…
Mini Brioche Chickpea-crusted Oyster Po’ Boy with red curry aioli, celery ribbons and micro mustard. Recipe courtesy of Chad Martin, chef/owner of Circa 1918 Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1/2 cups…
Visiting Patrick County: Mountain Music, Artisan Treasures and Down Home Restaurants Slow down. Take it easy. Sit a spell. A journey through Western Virginia is not to be rushed. Make…
The State Parks, the Views and the Wine Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, an afternoon of browsing antiques or a chance to watch history unfold, Mecklenburg is the ultimate…
What do lemon drops, ghost peppers and apple pies all have in common? At Chesapeake Bay Distillery, each of these involves their craft spirits, of course. On December 4, 2015,…
Imagine a place that carries all your favorite craft beer selections, plus some you’ve never even heard of; a place where you can proudly fill your growler right from the…
What do 21st century guys do when they retire? For Bill Dodson, it’s opening a 17th century-inspired distillery. The 57-year-old endodontist still has a few years of work left at…
Between sixth and seventh grade I moved and switched schools. With a July birthday, this of course meant I invited my new school friends and my old faithful few. It…