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Celebrate Oktoberfest in Virginia

The German traditions of Oktoberfest flourish in Virginia with lively local events filled with beer, food, and music. Fredericksburg • 6 Bears & A Goat Sept. 13: Kick off autumn and Oktoberfest season with a bang at Fredtoberfest. This fourth annual event features live music, authentic eats, games, local makers, and more. 6BGBrewingCo.com Middleburg • […]

by Lauren Stanley

60 Shades of Hot Honey

Ames Russell adds a new cookbook to his hot honey empire. A Fondness for honey—spiked with red pepper—inspired Ames Russell to bottle what he couldn’t find in stores. His AR’s Hot Southern Honey, launched in 2016, quickly won devotees; chef Walter Bundy of Richmond’s Shagbark and baker Brian Noyes of Northern Virginia’s […]

by Staff

(More) Holiday Sides

These Thanksgiving side dishes wonderfully double for any festive celebration. Chef Harper, Harper’s table, Suffolk, Sweet potatoes Walter Bundy Shagbark, Richmond For Walter Bundy, Thanksgiving at his grandparents’ summer home on the Piankatank River was always filled with extended family, and kids everywhere. But the gathering, which continues to this day, […]

by Staff

Elfin’ Fun Holiday Cocktails

Like Santa, you’ll spot this Christmas “Miracle” all over this season The Christmas-themed cocktail bar Miracle will be stirring up liquid cheer this holiday season at two Virginia locations: Sense of Thai in Ashburn’s One Loudoun, and The Jasper in Richmond’s Carytown neighborhood. Known for their kitschy décor and irreverent libations—Jingle Balls […]

by John Haddad

Delicious Fare, Downtown Charm

Sidecar elevates Roanoke’s burgeoning restaurant scene. Sidecar welcomes diners with an established presence that makes it feel like an old friend. But this downtown Roanoke restaurant is relatively new to the culinary scene. Opened in 2020, just weeks before the city shut down, it’s finally getting the recognition it deserves. Housed […]

by Staff

Cocktails at the Hotel Greene

The drinks are swell at this whimsical fauxtel, but there’s not a room in sight. Stepping into Hotel Greene, you could be forgiven for looking for a bellhop. This cocktail bar transports us to the fictitious lobby of a grand hotel in Bavaria—or is it Budapest? Housed in part of the former […]

by Stephanie Ganz

Seasonal Pie Debate

Which is best? Sweet potato or pumpkin? Cathy Barrow knows a thing or two about pies. So we tapped the author of Pie Squared and When Pies Fly (Grand Central Publishing) to settle the seasonal sweet potato vs. pumpkin debate. “Many folks see sweet potato and pumpkin pies as interchangeable, but […]

by Staff

The Soul of Bread

Baker and cookbook author Tara Jensen elevates her craft through practice, intuition, and fresh, locally milled flour. Tara Jensen wants us to see ourselves through the eyes of a baker. The sourdough evangelist is striking a chord with her stunning stenciled loaves, sold-out Sourdough Retreats, and her latest book, Flour Power: The […]

by Stephanie Ganz

A Weekend in Wytheville

Surprisingly hip, this town yields funky finds and unravels a family mystery. (Photo by Sam Dean) My husband, Alex, and I tear down I-81 from Roanoke to Wytheville, late for a meeting at the Bolling Wilson Hotel. We roll past the big yellow pencil above Wytheville Office Supply, a fantastically silly local […]

by Staff

Gas Station Grub

A new trail honors Winchester’s finest road eats. (Illustration by Victoria Borges) Known for its Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival and country music icon Patsy Cline, Winchester recently unveiled its latest attraction: a 12-stop Service Station Grub Trail. Every flavorful stop is located in a gas station—both active and the repurposed kind. […]

by Staff

Zoll Vineyards Makes a Splash

Gloucester’s first winery also features first-rate food. Last we checked, Dutton, Virginia, near the county line between Gloucester and Mathews, wasn’t known for its robust winemaking industry. But head down Route 198, past James Store and Cobbs Creek, and you’ll find Zoll Vineyards, which became the area’s first winery when it opened […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Adoring Adarra

Attentive service and a Basque-inspired menu make it a standout. Step into Adarra in Richmond’s Jackson Ward neighborhood and you’ll feel a wave of tranquility. The lights are low, the music ambient, and everyone on the 11-person staff is working to ensure that your experience will be smooth and unencumbered. “You […]

by Stephanie Ganz

Juice Reboot

From smoothies to power bowls, White Birch Juice Co. makes healthy food delicious. At White Birch Juice Co., located in the heart of Abingdon, the smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and quinoa power bowls are made with fresh ingredients sourced from local farms. Owners Jeannie Ferracci and William Denton offer a wide variety of […]

by Staff

Floyd Country Store

This Floyd staple is jumping with bluegrass and roots music. (Brett Winter Lemon Photography) Sure, you can grab a pickled beet salad, order an ice cream soda, and find housewares and artisan crafts at the Floyd Country Store. But its main attraction is the music. Here, unassuming virtuosos play old-time bluegrass and roots music […]

by Staff

The Black Hen and Bar Blue

Spirited farm-to-table fare. Tucked in amid downtown Blacksburg’s bustling bars, you’ll find The Black Hen restaurant and its charming Bar Blue. Unlike its neighbors, the place is neither large nor loud. But the contemporary American cuisine and craft cocktails at The Black Hen & Bar Blue are worth writing home about. […]

by Staff

Downhome Good Breakfast

Scratch Biscuit makes its mark on Roanoke. At Scratch Biscuit Company, the down home breakfasts come hot and homemade. “We make our biscuits by hand each day,” says owner Nathan Webster. Beyond favorites like egg and cheese or sausage biscuits, look for the Jerry Garcia with smoked tofu; the Jezebel, made with […]

by Konstantin Rega

Historic House Turned Inn

At the Joshua Wilton House, fine dining is also the draw. (Photography by Adam Ewing) Located in Harrisonburg’s Historic Old Towne District, the Joshua Wilton House is a restored Victorian-era mansion turned restaurant and inn. Executive chef, Tom French, creates elevated Southern flavors using traditional French techniques: think croquettes made with […]

by Staff

Sipping TAPS

Local food and creative cocktails drive the vibe at The Georges’ main bar. Sera Petras Welcome to The Georges, Main Street Lexington’s charming inn where rich history meets modern accommodations. In the lobby, guests will find TAPS, the inn’s bar and restaurant, serving upscale pub fare. Visitors come for the craft beer […]

by Staff

Record Setting

Hopscotch Coffee & Records offers plenty of perks. Get your caffeine and vinyl fix at Hopscotch Coffee & Records, a hop, skip, and a jump from downtown Winchester. The locally owned shop serves Virginia’s own Lone Oak coffee and fresh pastries, with a hip record store to browse while you sip. […]

by Staff

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Virginia’s Best Small-Batch Ice Cream Shops

Move over, chocolate and strawberry. It’s not that you’re boring, it’s just that Virginia’s small batch scoopers are churning out so many flavors that it makes plain old vanilla seem, well, vanilla. In the Old Dominion, we found that Scoop in Richmond’s Fan District is out of this world, with flavor bombs like Tahini & […]

by Madeline Mayhood

Top 10 Fall Festivals in Virginia 2025

Alexandria – 23rd Annual Alexandria Art Festival Sept. 13–14: Stroll Old Town’s John Carlyle Square Park as it’s transformed into an outdoor art gallery for this fall festival. Admire the work from more than 200 juried artisans from around the globe. VisitAlexandria.com Virginia Beach – VIRGINIA BEACH NEPTUNE FESTIVAL Sept. 26–28: The 51st anniversary of […]

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Everyone knows tech geniuses are around every corner in Silicon Valley or Seattle. But don’t underestimate Virginia. The Commonwealth is becoming an increasingly major player in the tech industry, appearing on top techy lists worldwide. Hyperscale Hub From projected fusion plants to 3D-printed houses, it’s never a slow news day in the Old Dominion’s tech […]

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