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A Cultivated Passion: Pippin Hill’s Certified Horticulturalist

For over two decades, certified horticulturalist Diane Burns has shared her agricultural expertise with numerous commercialized and home gardens throughout Virginia. In addition to running her own gardening business for…

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Cider Eat: Recipes & Pairings

Foggy Ridge Cider Winter Squash Gratin Recipe & Pairing

Instead of reaching for the bubbly or rosé this Thanksgiving, cidermaker Diane Flynt of Foggy Ridge Cider recommends enjoying your turkey dinner with a glass of Final Call, a dry…

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Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards’ Virginia Apple Cobbler

While National Apple Month in October comes to an end, Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards is paying homage to Virginia’s beloved fruit in a warm and delicious way throughout the fall…

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Winegrower’s Wild Game Dinner at 8 Chains North Winery

In celebration of the harvest’s end, 8 Chains North Winery in Waterford invites guests to their inaugural Winegrower’s Wild Game Dinner on Friday, Oct. 27. This unique, four-course wine dinner…

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The Return of the American Chestnut at Virginia Chestnuts

“We’d like to see this area become for chestnuts what the Salinas Valley is for almonds,” says David Bryant of Virginia Chestnuts. “And we feel strongly we can make it…

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Starr Hill’s Last Leaf Maple Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Autumn has officially arrived, and the season is persuading taprooms across the state to replace their refreshing, summer lagers with fall brews. Pumpkin flavored porters and Oktoberfest biers are fireside…

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Chefs Honor James Hemings at Stirring the Pot Dinner

On Oct. 8, chefs from Virginia Beach, Richmond and Miami, Fla. will prepare a meal in honor of the late James Hemings for Southern Grit Magazine’s Stirring the Pot dinner series. The…

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Eat: Farm to Table

3 Virginia Food Establishments Receive MSC Certification

Gentle Harvest in Marshall, Hunter’s Head Tavern in Upperville and Ayrshire Farm all have obtained certification from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) for their credible standards of sourcing from sustainable…

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Adventures In Virginia’s Oyster Country

A Rural And Refreshing Respite Of Fresh Feasts—From River To Restaurant It’s Chef Win Goodier’s night to show off oysters at the stately Inn at Warner Hall in Gloucester. And…

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Gentle Harvest Receives Green Restaurant® 4-Star Certification

Gentle Harvest in Marshall, Va. has received certification as a 4-Star Certified Green Restaurant® by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA). Gentle Harvest is the only location having received the four-star…

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Esoteric’s Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop Recipe

Eso’s Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop With Sweet Potatoes, Bourbon And Bacon-Braised Brussels, And A Smoked Honey Gastrique Bacon-Braised Brussels Serves: 4 Equipment Mandolin or sharp chef’s knife Pan (preferably cast…

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Esoteric Creates a Welcoming Vibe in Virginia Beach

Esoteric Uses A Garden-Green Space And Focus On Craft Beer And Cocktails To Create A Welcoming Vibe In Virginia Beach Photos by 621 Studios and Jim Pile “The garden grounds…

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Recycle Your Oyster Shells for Better Virginia Waterways

Last spring Lynnhaven River Now (LRNow) built an acre and a half of sanctuary oyster reef in the Eastern Branch of the Lynnhaven River using 20,000 bushels of shells saved…

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Grilled Soft-Shell Crab Scampi Recipe

Each summer, we look forward to the time when soft shell crabs start appearing on restaurant menus and specials boards. Local eateries feature the sweet and tender blue crabs in…

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Craft Beer Eat: Recipes & Pairings

Gearharts Fine Chocolates Introduces Virginia Brewers’ Collaboration

Named for having some of the “Best Chocolates in America” by Food Network, Gearharts Fine Chocolates of Charlottesville, Va. has launched their newest 12-piece assortment—the Virginia Brewers’ Collaboration. The Virginia Brewers’ Collaboration…

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Eat Eat: Recipes & Pairings Wine Wineries

Stanburn Winery and Summertime Food Pairings

Family-owned Stanburn Winery in Patrick County, Va. is a gem with gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a selection of award-winning wines. The winery produces 50–60 tons of grapes…

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Eat Eat: Recipes & Pairings

Fresh Strawberries and Homemade Whip Cream Recipe

This Fresh Strawberries and Homemade Whip Cream Recipe makes for a great summertime pairing with Stanburn Winery’s Meadow Breeze. Here’s the recipe: Fresh Strawberries and Homemade Whip Cream Ingredients 1…

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Strawberry and Goat Cheese Salad Recipe

This delicious summer salad is paired best with the Traminette from Stanburn Winery. Here’s the recipe: Strawberry and Goat Cheese Salad Serves 2   Ingredients for the salad 1 cup spring…

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