And no, it’s not made from oranges.. The first time I encountered orange wine (or skin contact white wine), I was wowed by the color and it’s presentation. It’s gorgeous. This beautiful, amber-hued liquid danced around the edges of my swirling wine glass. I gave it a...
With Phase One of Virginia's reopening plan underway in the counties and less than two weeks away within Richmond's city limits, restaurants with outdoor seating are making plans for reopening their patios and balconies. On March 24, Governor Ralph Northam issued Executive Order Fifty-Three, which called for the closure of certain non-essential...
As the quarantine continues, Richmond's restaurants find ways to adapt to the new economic models created by the arrival of COVID-19. It has been a couple of months since the coronavirus/quarantine situation got serious, and in the Richmond restaurant world, people are beginning to re-evaluate their decisions. Restaurants that began by closing...
A variety of charitable organizations are working hard to ensure that Virginians in need are getting enough to eat -- a mission that's more important than ever during the current outbreak. A bumpy economic road lies ahead of us thanks to the unprecedented pandemic we find ourselves in the midst of today. Over 410,000 Virginians have filed for...
With the threat of coronavirus keeping everyone at home this spring, Virginia's tourism industry -- a significant piece of the state's overall economy -- is taking a major hit. Can it weather the storm? Michael Moore has always enjoyed his job as wine trail guide with Top Shelf Transportation. He said the job is about more than wine. “I get...
Grocery stores and other essential businesses that must remain open during the pandemic are taking extra steps to ensure the safety of customers and employees. Virginia grocery stores have increased efforts to keep stores clean and safe while they remain open to provide essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Ralph Northam...
When grocery stores become a place of worry, Virginia’s local farmer’s market vendors are here to show how eating local can benefit us all. Mark McIntyre, owner and head baker of Norwood Cottage Bakery, is no stranger to economic turmoil. When the 2008 recession hit, McIntyre was working in advertising. At the time, he was baking only for...
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep us indoors and shutters our favorite spots, it's easy to forget the local culinary treasures we yearn for. Here's a mouthwatering reminder of Richmond's vibrant food scene to keep your spirits high and your taste buds ready for the future. This pile of delicious meats from ZZQ BBQ 🙁 Brunch with friends...
The current situation may be tough on local business, but many restaurants in Richmond are opening up options for delivery and pickup orders to help get past the worst weeks of this pandemic. Here's how you can help, while scoring delicious eats in the process! While people are purchasing mass quantities of toilet paper, baby wipes, and frozen...
A variety of local fundraising campaigns are working to support restaurant workers who lost income as a result of coronavirus-related shutdowns. As the number of COVID-19 cases begin to rise, restaurants, and businesses statewide had no choice but to do the responsible thing and close their doors to the public in efforts to lower the curve and...
