We know, we are late on this, but better late than never? This is the last weekend for Richmond's Vegan Restaurant Week, also known as V72x2, that runs through Sunday, Jan. 28. This plant-powered event, organized by Richmond Vegan Action, brings together local...
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Richmond’s Taste of the Philippines: Auntie Ning’s Needs Your Support
Chef Frederico Enriquez, the owner of Auntie Ning's Filipino Food in Richmond, is facing a crucial moment in his culinary journey. Here are the essential facts about the fundraising efforts to support Auntie Ning's: Background: Auntie Ning's Filipino Food is a Richmond-based food truck known for its Filipino cuisine. Chef Rico, as he is...
You Voted! Here Are Richmond’s Favorites Things in 2023
We asked and you responded with thousands of votes cast over 10 days. Thank you. Now, without further delay, we present the results of the Favorite Things Reader’s Poll 2023. Or before you jump in, you can take a look back at last year's results HERE. 👋 Also, if you would like to partner with us, we are currently offering advertising at 50%...
After Cy Twombly: Bamboo Hot Dogs with Monsieur Zohore
The light is always perfect at the VMFA. Never really noticed until right now, as I walk into the glassy atrium. But yeah, first observation of the day. Just struck me. Thought I’d share. I’m with Monsieur Zohore, prolific artist and educator at VCU. He is so often traveling between his gallery residencies in LA, NYC, Paris and...
Mar Mar: What Is It and Why Aren’t You Eating It Right Now?
October 10th, 2023 - 2:00pm - Market on Meadow - 68F and CloudyPlaylist: Garlic Hearts Rain pattered on roofs, branches, and cobblestone alleys in the forever chill Museum District. Seriously, that whole place is a lo-fi album cover. Find some peace between the streets of Monument and Main. We kicked this series off with a pair of cultural...
Midday Munchies! Where We Get Lunch In Downtown Richmond
Your Go-To Resource for Downtown Richmond’s Must-Try Midday Meals In the bustling streets of downtown Richmond, Virginia, the lunchtime possibilities are endless. From trendy vegan options to comforting Southern classics, here's a list of 15 places that should be on every Richmond resident's or visitor's dining radar. Photo courtesy of Venture...
Ellwood Thompson’s and Carytown Burger Have Sold, We Want to Say Thank You for your Support Over The Years
In the last few weeks Ellwood Thompson's and Carytown Burger Lakeside have been sold (with the Carytown Burger in Carytown location up for sale) — those two brands hold a special spot in my Richmond heart. You see, when RVA Magazine was just a baby, taking its first breaths in my row house on Floyd Ave, Ellwood Thompson was the first to stock...
Turn Down the Casino, Turn Up for The Free Food!
Axios dropped some news this morning about the city's high-stakes casino referendum. Wondering what's lighting a fire under voters this election season? Well, the pro-casino team is pulling out all the stops to boost turnout, offering free lunches at polling stations. Though they're offering Ubers to their supporters, don't let that deter you....
Oktoberfest at Maymont! A Friend and a Stein is Mighty Fine
This year’s autumn equinox was ushered in with cool temperatures in Richmond. The weather app and sky spoke in cautious portents as they told a story of Tropical Storm Ophelia’s coming rain. Ophelia had not yet arrived to crash the party by the time that I had decided to make good on my word: I would cover the one and only night of...
End of an Era, Start of a New Chapter: The Nile Bids Adieu to Church Hill
Where do I even start? Way back in 2007, I got introduced to the Teklemariam brothers at The Nile's original spot on Laurel Street. A big shout-out to Justin Adly for making that connection. The Nile was conveniently close to Empire, which was hands-down one of my fave all time watering holes. So naturally, we would hit up Empire and we'd...