Virginia’s newest and most unique wine trail is a collection of artisanal, family-run wineries who have joined together to offer a premium wine tasting experience that is rooted in small lot, handcrafted wines. Artisanal Wineries of Rappahannock are all located in Rappahannock County, just a short scenic drive from one another, and only an hour [...]
Filed under: Events, Rappahannock County, Wineries on July 29th, 2010 | No Comments »
A concept that started small not that many years ago has blossomed into a full-fledged enterprise. Yes, I’m speaking about the growth and popularity of the Farm Market. Now there are more than 190 in the state and as we approach the month of August, there are ample opportunities to celebrate the freshness movement.
Governor McDonnell [...]
Filed under: Events, Farms and Farmers, Gardening, Local Products, News, Piedmont Regions on July 26th, 2010 | No Comments »
It’s that time of year again, as Magnolias at the Mill hosts our 3rd Annual Beer Festival. This Saturday, July 17th at 11 am the Magnolias will open for one of the best celebrations of the Summer. They will bring you over 25 breweries from around the country and will be pouring some [...]
Filed under: Events, Gourmet Food, Local Products, Loudoun County, News, Restaurants on July 15th, 2010 | No Comments »
Two big food events you won’t want to miss, but the clock is ticking on the reservation front. Plan now; enjoy later in the month. You’ll be pleased you were organized, or that we helped smooth the path of summer chaos! The irony for these two taste-busters is that they are the same busy weekend. [...]
Filed under: Events, Farms and Farmers, Gourmet Food, Local Products, Loudoun County, News, Orange County, Restaurants, Wineries on July 8th, 2010 | No Comments »
It’s been an impressive last few years for the wine industry in Virginia as it earned a lengthy list of accolades in both the domestic and international arenas for its growing prominence in wine competitions. Now it seems that more wineries are ready to test their mettle.
When you’re back to reality after a long Fourth [...]
Filed under: Events, Fauquier County, Local Products, Madison County, News, Wineries on July 6th, 2010 | No Comments »
Good fortune has many meanings and celebrating our heritage and independence is part of that large sphere. How fortunate we are to be so close to the home of the author of the Declaration of Independence as Monticello gets ready to celebrate the Fourth of July.
Since 1963 they have hosted an Independence Day celebration which [...]
Filed under: Albemarle County, Events, History and Historic Places, News on July 1st, 2010 | No Comments »
