Check out the latest news from our friends at the Frederick Nichols Studio:
During November and December, a group of galleries from Charlottesville to Orange, along the Route 20N corridor, will host a “Focus on the Print,” featuring the work of regional printmakers.
Since ancient times the urge to replicate images has been a goal of artists. Before the invention of [...]
Filed under: Albemarle County, Art, Artists, and Galleries, Events, History and Historic Places, Local Products, Orange County, Piedmont Regions, Rappahannock County on September 22nd, 2011 | No Comments »
Our friends at The Journey Through Hallowed Ground Partnership (JTHG) have some pretty amazing events and projects going on this year. From Gettysburg to Monticello, the JTHG is full of local culture, wineries, old towns, breath taking views and the amazing rich history of this region.
The first event that is quickly approaching would be the [...]
Filed under: Albemarle County, Clarke County, Culpeper County, Events, Fauquier County, Greene County, History and Historic Places, Local Products, Loudoun County, Louisa County, Madison County, Nelson County, Orange County, Piedmont Regions, Prince William County, Rappahannock County on May 12th, 2011 | No Comments »
As most of us know, this weekend is Gold Cup Weekend in the Piedmont. The event that we all look forward to every Spring. The guys get their favorite Polo’s on and the women have spent the entire week looking for (or making!) that perfect hat for the races — each one thinking “I know I’m [...]
Filed under: Events, Fauquier County, Gourmet Food, Local Products, Loudoun County, Orange County, Piedmont Regions, Rappahannock County, Wineries on May 6th, 2011 | No Comments »
It’s been a big month for chef Melissa Close Hart of Palladio. She prepared her 4th dinner at the James Beard House in New York City. Remember a chef does not just plan such an event, but is invited by the Foundation; that, in itself, is an honor. Then at the end of last week [...]
Filed under: Events, Local Products, News, Orange County, Piedmont Regions, Restaurants, Wineries on February 21st, 2011 | 1 Comment »
OK, I admit we are in a drier state than last year at this time with its endless mounds of snow. Yet that does not stop the urge for warm, hearty meals accompanied by a good bottle of red wine. January has its own unique challenges, and there are a few good news items to [...]
Filed under: Albemarle County, Events, Gourmet Food, Local Products, Loudoun County, News, Orange County, Restaurants, Wineries on January 7th, 2011 | No Comments »
It’s time for the Montpelier Hunt Races, and we at the Piedmont Virginian are very excited! Once again, we have the honor of sponsoring the Tailgate Competition at the races this year and we hope to see all of you there! Be sure to seek us out and say hello! We love meeting and mingling [...]
Filed under: Culpeper County, Events, History and Historic Places, Hotels and Country Inns, Local Products, Madison County, Orange County, Wineries on November 4th, 2010 | 1 Comment »
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 »
Just the title alone makes you want to travel to Wintergreen Resort. Saturday events include the 4th Annual Blues N’ Brews Fest, a micro-brew event with plenty of good food to pair with your tastings. Of course, they have a full schedule of great music to match the day’s program. Don’t forget that Devil’s [...]
Filed under: Events, Gardening, Gourmet Food, Local Products, Nelson County, Orange County, Wineries on May 28th, 2010 | 1 Comment »
So much has been written about Barboursville Vineyards and its exceptional Octagon releases. Remember that the Octagon does not release yearly, only in the years when the fruit yields what they consider the top quality to make the superlative wine, the Octagon. Well, readers, this is your lucky year.
The Octagon Ninth Edition 2006, which has [...]
Filed under: Events, Gourmet Food, Local Products, News, Orange County, Wineries on May 10th, 2010 | No Comments »
It’s time again for the very popular, annual Montpelier Wine Festival, May 1 and 2, from 11A on both days. The opportunity to explore the beautiful grounds and taste from any of the 24 participating wineries should make for an exciting weekend outing. Don’t worry they have not left out the food vendors. There are [...]
Filed under: Events, Gardening, Gourmet Food, History and Historic Places, Local Products, Orange County, Restaurants, Wineries on April 28th, 2010 | No Comments »
