Richmond has its own way of ringing in the New Year. A little backward glance, a little chaos, and just enough polish to feel intentional. You can lean into loud live shows, dress up for something splashy, or keep it simple with a solid drink and good company. However...
If you’re a broke student with a craving for more than just the mundane offerings of the university dining hall, Richmond’s got your back. This city, with its ever-evolving culinary landscape, is a treasure trove of hidden gems where you can eat like a king without needing a king's ransom. Nestled near the campuses of Virginia Commonwealth...
At the risk of projecting purely subjective nostalgia, I posit that for a good 15 or so years, Sticky Rice was one of the greatest bars in the entire world. It’s still an incredible restaurant and a fun drinking hole - one of the best in the city. But damn, for a good stretch, it was everything. There’s lightning in a bottle and then there’s...
The Carytown Watermelon Festival is in its 42nd year and features vendors, food, drinks, music, rides, and big crowds. What the Watermelon Festival is now famous for is what it doesn't have: cars on Cary Street. This event is similar to the Easter Parade, where the pedestrians are the parade, or the Monument Ave 10k, which makes the Fan and...
We are entering a brand new world in America. Post-Prohibition for weed, mushrooms, and so many other herbal medicinals, has opened a lot of doors for entrepreneurs. Beyond the 80,000 vape stores that opened on my block in the last two years, Richmond has integrated a number of new possibilities for retailers and consumers alike, from the...
A long time ago, I was very well versed in what Richmond had to offer for funsies. I was young and single, often drunk, and motivated to rage four to six nights a week. Since then, I’ve grown old. I shy from giant bar crowds, demand more flavor from my beer/whiskey, am married, and value a little more zen than before. I still love to party...
This summer is one of the hottest on record in Virginia, so that got us thinking about delicious ice cream. Luckily for all of us, Richmond is brimming with ice cream shops, offering everything from classic scoops to dairy-free options. Here's a quick overview of some of the top ice cream spots in town. Just for fun, we are running a simple poll...
It's that time of year again – Fourth of July celebrations are happening all around Richmond. If you're just now thinking about what to do this Thursday, we've got you covered with a list of family friendly events around town. Expect big crowds and traffic, but also, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family. Just be safe...
CNN just crowned Richmond as the No. 1 best town to visit in the U.S. this year. CNN travel editors explored the country, searching for cities full of things to do, loads of personality, and not typically swarming with tourists. Richmond topped the list for several standout reasons: Museums: Richmond is home to a variety of top-tier museums....
Picking a spot for happy hour in downtown Richmond can be a pain. But don't worry, we've got you covered. If we've missed your favorite haunt, need to update the information or you want your business included, just reach out. We’ll be adding to this list as we go along. ed. note: A barfly isn’t just a regular at the local dive. Imagine someone...
