THE WOODRUFF’S CAFÉ AND PIE SHOP TEAM SHARES THEIR SECRETS TO SUCCESS By Shelley Basinger Photos by Ashlee Glen Darnette Hill sits at a corner table folding boxes for what’s…
Homemade cocoa bombs and marshmallows—adult and kid-friendly versions—make the perfect holiday treats and gifts Photos by David Uhrin Cocoa bombs exploded onto the scene a few years ago, their chocolaty…
All Photos Captured by David Uhrin Fall is on its way, y’all. And that means soup season. Soups are often simple to make, and the best part is they are…
Step back in time and taste some Virginia heritage recipes, adapted for our modern palates By Mikael Blido, Photos by Ashlee Glen What did life look like before Lynchburg grew…
By Shelley Basinger Fresh Catch Summer Salad with Strawberries Enjoy late summertime on a plate with this refreshing, sweet, and delicious salad! Ingredients: Fish 1-2 pounds fileted fish (our favorites…
Grilled or sliced, savory or sweet—creamy avocados corner the fresh market in these summery salads and a cool treat Photos by David Uhrin Hipsters may have made them meme-worthy—$22 avocado…
For the the inaugural Crustacean Celebration at The Tides Inn, April 23-24, guest chef Eric Gephart of Kamado Joe Grills has teamed up with The Tides Inn executive chef, Truman…
According to the Virginia Distillers Association, Virginia became the birthplace of American Spirits when colonist George Thorpe distilled the first batch of whiskey made from corn in 1620. This first…
Nothing beats a glass of red wine, especially a cherry-colored pour of Chambourcin. The French-American hybrid flourishes in many Virginia wine counties and is widely celebrated for its subdued tannins…
From the Red Truck Bakery Cookbook (Clarkson Potter/October 2018) Green Tomato Pie with Bacon-Cheddar Crust Makes one 10-inch pie Ingredients CRUST 1/2 recipe Savory Pie and Quiche Crust…
The distinguished family of Virginia wines at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards recently added a two-year-old red blend to its robust lineage. Easton Blue 2016 is Pippin Hill’s newest label…
Catfish Brine Ingredients 6 cups hot water 2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 cup dill pickle juice 1 cup Crystal Hot Sauce 1/2 cup orange juice 2 fresh bay leaves 1/2…
The Cinco de Mayo festivities taking place at Tupelo Honey Cafe are sure to rival those of any local Mexican joint. On Saturday, May 5, Tupelo Honey is offering dine-in guests…
New Kent Winery is kicking off spring with a full lineup outdoor festivities including live music, themed events, morning yoga, Chesapeake Bay-inspired dinners and more. Also embracing the warmer weather…
Tupelo Honey Cafe in Virginia Beach partnered with Portsmouth’s newest distillery, Copper and Oak Craft Spirits, for an exclusive three-course dinner event. Customized versions of Tupelo Honey’s most famed South-inspired…
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…
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…
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…