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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…