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Virginia Is For Queer Lovers, Too!

Eric Hause | October 4, 2019

Topics: Assateague, Assateague Explorer, Babe's of Carytown, Barcode, Blue Ridge Whiskey Wine Loop, Byrd Theatre, Captain Barry's Back Bay Cruises, Carytown, Chincoteague, Chincoteague Oyster Festival, Diversity Richmond, Garden And Sea Inn, Godfrey's, Hispanic Music Festival, Island House Restaurant, Key West Cottages, L'opossum, LGBT Travel, Linden Row Inn, Luray Caverns, Mallards At The Wharf, NASA, Oyster Farm at Kings Creek, Page County Heritage Festival, Piney Hill Bed and Breakfast, Quirk Hotel, Richmond Folk Festival, scotts addition, Shadow Mountain Escape, Shenandoah Valley, Skyland's Pollock Dining Room, Skyline Drive, Southeast Expeditions, The Edinburg Mill Restaurant, The Inn At Little Washington, Virginia Eastern Shore, Virginia Is For LGBT Lovers, Virginia is For Lovers, Virginia museum of fine arts, virginia museum of history and culture, Virginia Tourism, Viva RVA, Wallops Island, Weezie's Kitchen, Wirt Confroy

Our 2019 Fall Pride Guide, in collaboration with VA Pride, is out now! In this article from the magazine, Outwire 757 co-founder Eric Hause gives us a guide to planning your all-day, all-gay getaway with Virginia Tourism’s LGBT Travel Program!

Fifty years ago, a $100-a-week advertising copywriter named Robin McLaughlin at Richmond’s Martin & Woltz Inc. came up with a new travel advertising concept for a client. The client was the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the concept became the slogan “Virginia is for Lovers.” That slogan is now so iconic that it was voted one of the top ten tourism marketing campaigns of all time by Forbes Magazine.

That sort of heady success, however, hasn’t diminished the power of its message of love over those 50 years, and in 2016, our purple-ish state stepped into the modern age by adding a new component to that message: “Virginia is for LGBT Lovers.”

That year, Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe’s LGBT Tourism Task Force and the Virginia Tourism Corporation publicly acknowledged the economic impact of LGBTQ travelers, and welcomed us to experience the Commonwealth.

There was some kind of kismet at work here. After all, in 1969 — the same year that Robin Mclaughlin came up with the Virginia slogan — the Stonewall Riots launched the Gay Rights movement. Back in those days, the LGBTQ community was still on the fringes of society. While Virginia’s queer population could gather safely at a smattering of bars and other gay-owned businesses, the Commonwealth, to say the least, was not known as a welcoming destination.

Godfrey’s is a restaurant and nightclub in Richmond that features premiere drag shows. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

That’s all changed. Today’s queer road warriors can find hundreds of self-designated LGBTQ-friendly travel businesses and events in all corners of the Commonwealth. Virginia Tourism Corporation’s Director of Business Development, Wirt Confroy, is the man tasked with putting all the pieces together. He’s worked tirelessly with Tourism’s IT department, businesses, destinations, and event planners to catalogue and present them on the State’s tourism website.

When asked about what the program means to him, Confroy said, “It’s simple. LGBT visitors to Virginia now have access to queer-friendly places and experiences. They have a resource that helps them find the destinations, events, tractions and services that welcome them the most.”

So it is with the progressive efforts of many in mind that we present you with our Fall Queer Travel Guide to the Commonwealth. With Virginia Tourism’s help, we’ve carefully curated travel itineraries built around special events this autumn in three destinations: the Shenandoah Valley, the Eastern Shore, and Richmond. All you need do is gas up the automobile, get a few friends together, and hit the road for your big queer fall vacation in Virginia!

Shenandoah National Park is a beautiful, historic national treasure which includes the scenic 105-mile long Skyline Drive – a designated National Scenic Byway. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Head for the Hills: A Mountain Getaway

When you think of autumn travel in Virginia, one of the first destinations that comes to mind is Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah Valley. No doubt, leaf-peeping on a crystal clear brisk Blue Ridge day is a timeless exercise. As an extra bonus for queer folk, the Shenandoah is home to many friendly and exciting attractions, events, restaurants, and lodging.

Plan this year’s mountain getaway around the Page County Heritage Festival, the weekend of October 12- 13 in Luray. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Festival, and it’s a true slice of small-town farm life with a big-city progressive attitude. Highlights include live entertainment, Shenandoah Valley craftsmen and artisans, a delightful antique farm equipment show, and food. Oh, the food!

After the festival, head into the town of Luray for some exploring. Roadsnacks.com ranked the town as the 8th Gayest Place in Virginia for 2019 based on the percentage of same-sex households, so you’re bound to make some new friends.

The town itself is centered around a beautiful Historic District, but the famous Luray Caverns are the area’s top visitor attraction. This U.S. Natural Landmark holds the largest and most popular caverns in Eastern America. From well-lighted paved walkways, explore cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high, filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools.

Luray Caverns, eastern America’s largest and most popular caverns. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

If you’re more of a car warrior, take a ride on the nearby Blue Ridge Whiskey Wine Loop, a compact wine-tasting route that winds through the Northern Shenandoah valley. Recommended by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, the Loop features seven wineries, a whiskey distillery, antiques, dining, and the gorgeous natural scenery of the Shenandoah National Park.

You can hop off the Loop and onto Skyline Drive at several spots, and it’s worth the detour. Mid-October is prime leaf season, and the parkway has many overlooks with as many eye-popping photo ops as you can stand along its 105-mile length.

Where to Stay: For LGBTQ-friendly lodging in Luray, check out Piney Hill Bed & Breakfast and Cottages. Comprised of two private cottages and three guest rooms in the main house (a renovated 1800s farm house), the B&B is gay-owned and operated since 2000. It is also consistently ranked as the top inn in Luray each year.

The nearby Shadow Mountain Escape is billed as a romantic couple’s escape, and features modern and authentic European timber cottages adjacent to the Shenandoah National Park. Shadow Mountain is recommended as a Best place To Stay by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and both properties are located on the Blue Ridge Whiskey Wine Loop.

The Inn at Little Washington is one of America’s finest restaurants and country inns. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Where to Eat and Drink: While exploring Skyline Drive, satisfy your appetite at Skyland’s Pollock Dining Room. Located right off Skyline Drive near Luray, Pollock’s specializes in Blue Ridge specialties made with farm-to-fork ingredients and served with incredible views of the Shenandoah Valley.

In the mood for a true special-occasion dining experience? Make a reservation at the Inn at Little Washington. The 2019 Michelin Guide awarded The Inn three stars, the only restaurant in the Northern Virginia region to receive the honor.

Just a few miles away, you’ll find a completely different dining experience at The Edinburg Mill Restaurant. Located in an 1848 Virginia Historical Landmark, the establishment specializes in rustic American style cuisine. And if you’re lucky, you’ll catch them on a day when some kickass local live music is on the calendar.

Chincoteague. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Take a Shore Break: A Seaside Escape

If autumn by the sea is more your style, turn your attention east to Virginia’s Eastern Shore. It’s probably not the first destination that springs to mind when you think of LGBTQ-friendly travel, but Governor Northam’s home base is a surprisingly progressive place with a thriving queer population, and many LGBTQ-owned and allied businesses. Plus, you can drive the entire length of the Virginia Eastern Shore in about two hours. It’s perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway with great dining, eclectic antiquing and shopping, and exhilarating activities.

For seafood (and all food) lovers, start your visit at Chincoteague’s 47th Annual Oyster Festival on October 12. Founded to mark the hallowed arrival of oyster season, the event draws visitors from all over the mid-Atlantic. You don’t have to be an oyster lover to find something good to eat! Come enjoy clam fritters, clam chowder, shrimp, hot dogs, hush puppies, Boardwalk fries, and a cold beer.

Get your hands dirty on a boat tour of the waters surrounding Chincoteague with Captain Barry’s Back Bay Cruises Expeditions. But be prepared to get wet. On this cruise, you’ll dig for clams, pull crab pots, and haul in a trawler net to see what delights King Neptune has to offer.

Wild ponies from Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge on Assateague Island.
Photo via
Virginia Tourism Corporation

Run with the wild horses and take a tour with Assateague Explorer’s Pony Express nature tours. You’ll be assured at least a glimpse of the famous equestrian population — or choose to be the captain of your own ship, and drift away on one of Southeast Expeditions’ kayak tours.

If the ocean isn’t for you, you can also be the pilot of your own spacecraft with a visit to the NASA facility at Wallops Island. Check their website for a schedule of rocket launches, and time your visit for a truly unforgettable experience.

Shop ‘til you drop at the hundreds of unique retail opportunities on the Shore. You can spend an entire day exploring the small towns and antique stores, flea markets, farmer’s and fish markets, art galleries, and specialty boutiques located on or just off the main highway.

On April 17th, 2019, the NG-11 Antares rocket launched from the Wallops Island Flight Facility in Wallops Island, Virginia. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Where to Stay: The charming Garden and Sea Inn is just a few miles from Chincoteague. Transgender-owned and operated, the Inn is actually comprised of one modern home and two historic farmhouses that date back to the 1800s. The Inn is pet-friendly and sits on five gated acres of land, so there’s plenty of room to walk the dog.

If the sound of gentle waves luring you to sleep each night is your groove, Key West Cottages in Chincoteague is your spot. This charming row of modern pastel-hued cottages line the waterfront in the heart of downtown. Each cottage has a full kitchen and waterfront views, and all are within walking distance of the town’s restaurants, shopping, and attractions.

Where to Eat and Drink: When visiting the ocean, you want a taste of the ocean, and the Eastern Shore’s dining scene does not disappoint. The Island House Restaurant in Wachapreague has it all: fresh local seafood, award-winning Eastern Shore crab cakes, and a gorgeous view of Virginia’s barrier islands. Bring your boat! Slips and fuel are available.

Experience dockside dining a la the Keys at Mallards at the Wharf in Onancock. Johnny Mo, the musical chef, serves up his “all crab” crab cakes, famous jalapeño mussels, and mouthwatering filet mignon. You might even catch him strumming his guitar for guests!

Or head south to Cape Charles for a bayfront fine dining experience at Oyster Farm at Kings Creek, a casual oyster/raw bar and cocktail lounge. Flip flops and shorts allowed. Astounding sunsets are always on schedule.

Richmond’s Main Street Station (c 1901) is a historic railroad station, office building and Virginia Welcome Center. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Make it a Capital Affair: Fall Fun in Richmond

So the rural thing isn’t your cup of iced tea? Head to the Capital City for a totally urban experience. Richmond sometimes takes it on the chin for lacking in the diversity department, but we disagree. For example, in October 2019, two fantastic events celebrate the city’s distinct rainbow hue.

On October 5, come explore your inner Latin diva at the Viva RVA! Hispanic Music Festival. This exciting celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month honors Virginia’s Latinx LGBTQ community. Viva RVA! is a free family-friendly event at Diversity Richmond, and features authentic Hispanic music, food, dancing, and live music.

The Richmond Folk Festival on downtown Richmond’s waterfront is the following weekend, on October 11-13. The festival presents the very finest traditional musical artists from across the nation, with 25 performances ranging from bluegrass and Cajun to Indian and African music. Don’t forget to head over to the Festival Marketplace, and shop authentic crafts from over 20 international artisans.

Festivals aren’t the only way to taste the Richmond rainbow. The Virginia Museum of History & Culture does a great job of cataloguing America’s diverse past by interpreting the unparalleled story of Virginia. In fact, their signature exhibition The Story of Virginia recently added an LGBTQ chapter to the 16,000 years of Virginia history it covers.

With a collection of art that spans more than 5,000 years, plus a wide array of special exhibitions, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is recognized as one of the top comprehensive art museums in the United States. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

While we’re on the museum tour, a visit to the nearby Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is a must. But be prepared: there’s a lot to see, and you’ll want to see it all. In fact, The Wall Street Journal recently declared the Museum a two-day affair. With over 5,000 years of art from around the world, take your time to explore exhibitions ranging from Fabergé and Russian Decorative Arts to their most recent addition, Edward Hopper and the American Hotel.

If you still have the strength, head over to Carytown for some of the most eclectic shopping and dining in RVA. The heart of Richmond’s gayborhood is only one street long, but you’ll be surprised at the variety of shops, boutiques, restaurants, and food stores in this nine-block shopping area. Don’t forget to check the schedule at the Byrd Theatre. In the past, the Byrd has presented LGBTQ programming with icons such as John Waters and their popular MonGays Movie Festival during Pride month.

Quirk Hotel is in an ideal location in the heart of downtown Richmond’s dynamic arts and design district, surrounded by small galleries, unique boutiques, inspiring architectures and an explosive culinary scene. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

Where To Stay: The Quirk Hotel in downtown Richmond lives up to its name. With its original artwork, eclectic design sensibility, and location in the middle of downtown Richmond’s Arts District, it is indeed out of the ordinary. Voted by US News and World Report as one of the country’s top hotels for 2019, Quirk is an experience that will please even the most jaded traveler.

For a more traditional Richmond experience, stay at the Linden Row Inn. This National Register hotel is comprised of seven row houses, built in the mid-1800s and meticulously restored. Guest rooms are furnished with antiques from the middle and late 1800s. Trivia alert: Edgar Allan Poe spent his childhood playing in the hotel’s garden courtyard.

Where To Eat and Drink: We have one word for you, and it’s French: L’Opossum. Chef David Shannon will tell you that his definition is “tongue-in-cheek faux French presented as delightful whimsy on the menu, but seriously delicious cuisine on the plate.” Gay-owned and operated, L’Opossum was named the Southern Living Magazine’s 2018 Best Restaurant. In the whole South.

If Southern home cooking makes your stomach growl, take a seat at Weezie’s Kitchen in Carytown. This is lip-smacking fare at its most fattening and delicious. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, a meal at Weezie’s is a culinary experience of its own.

Scott’s Addition Foodie and Arts District is the newest and hippest food and drink destination in town, and this National Historic District has become the brewing center of Richmond. Within walking distance, you’ll find breweries and cideries interspersed with hip lofts and eclectic restaurants.

Virginia’s first urban cidery, Blue Bee Cider is located in the heart of Scott’s Addition in Richmond. Photo via Virginia Tourism Corporation

If you’re looking for a superb drag brunch, Godfrey’s is the queen. It’s home to Richmond’s most famous drag brunch, with two seatings on Saturday and Sunday. Godfrey’s also doubles as a mixed bar in the evenings and hosts special events most nights.

And if you’re craving a little socializing with your people, Babes of Carytown and Barcode are two of the best queer nightlife spots in town.

Visit Virginia.org/lgbt for a comprehensive list of Virginia’s LGBT-friendly travel destinations, businesses, and events.

Top Photo Courtesy of Virginia Tourism Corporation

GOOD EATS RVA 003: The Jackdaw hosts Kamayan Feast, Richmond Black Restaurant Week, & more donuts for RVA

| March 7, 2017

Topics: Belle & James, community, Early Bird Biscuit Co. & Bakery, GOOD EATS RVA, Growlers to go, Kabana Rooftop, Kitchen on Cary, Mean Bird, mellow mushroom, Nota Bene, Quckness RVA, Quirk Hotel, Rapp Session, Rappahannock Restaurant, Richmond Black Restaurant Week, Rise Biscuits Donuts, RVA dine, rva food, rva restaurants, Strawberrry Street Cafe, The Jackdaw, Weezie's Kitchen, Wong Gonzalez

Now we’re into our third installment of GOOD EATS RVA, filled to the brim with restaurant news, new menus at local eateries, chef series and more. If you’re still among the few who missed RVA Magazine’s launch of GOOD EATS RVA, head over here to check it out.

Just as before, we’ve got a big helping this go around, so make some more room on your plate and pull up a chair and get ready for some GOOD EATS.

Richmond Black Restaurant Week Kicks Off

From March 6-12, a number of local Black-owned restaurants, coffee shops and other establishments will celebrate Richmond Black Restaurant Week to offer dining deals to bring in new customers and raise awareness. According to the Facebook page, 20 restaurants are participating including Croaker’s Spot, Mama J’s, Sugar’s Crab Shach, Charlie’s Kitchen and more. Stay tuned to a more in-depth interview on this new event. Enjoy $15.00 two course lunches and $25.00 three course dinners.

Richmond is the latest city to host Black Restaurant Week. Memphis, St. Louis, and Birmingham are also hosting their own Black Restaurant Weeks either this week or next. No calls were returned by press time, but the website states that Black Restaurant Week is an “opportunity for Black-Owned restaurants to offer dining deals to bring in new customers and raise awareness. It allows the country to support minority owned eateries.

We believe supporting Black restaurants play a crucial role in achieving socio-economic upliftment, and the sustainable implementation of these beliefs will strengthen our communities and open opportunities for future generations.”

Vegan food truck Mean Bird snags former StickyToGoGo space

Popular RVA food truck Mean Bird, which serves traditional and vegan fried chicken around town has just scored itself a brick and mortar spot in the former Sticky ToGoGo space. You can usually find them at Hardywood, Isley for their brunch and other spots about town. The couple announced on their Facebook page Feb. 25 that they would be moving their business into the space at 2227 Main St and plan to open in the next couple of months. Co-owner Sarah Moore said in an email that the space will mainly be a take out restaurant and market with possibly a few seats.

Mean Bird was starting to outgrow the food truck according to Moore and needed to expand to accommodate their customer base.

“In some ways, Mean Bird has maxed out the opportunities available operating solely out of the food truck,” she said. “Instead of pursuing a dedicated commissary space, we decided on a store front, which we see as the next step in keeping our customers happy and expanding Mean Bird’s business.”

Mean Bird will dramatically scale back the food truck business for the time being, but will still use it or catering and big events. Inquiries can be sent to [email protected]

Strawberry Street Cafe rolls $6 burger menu:

Strawberry Street Cafe has recently added a $6 craft burger menu with a bacon and mac and cheese burger, pimento cheese burger and more. See the menu below.

Kitchen on Cary Tuesday Wine Dinner, Thursday Wine nights

Every Tuesday Kitchen on Cary hosts a Wine Dinner with a unique menu. Three courses paired with three wines for $30. Check out tonight’s dinner menu and reservation info below:

Kitchen on Cary also hosts “UnPlugged and Uncorked” every Thursday night featuring half off select bottles of wine and live music.

Nota Bene’s Wood-Fired, Umbria-Inspired Book Dinner featuring Chef and Author Letizia Mattiacci

On Sunday, March 19, the restaurant will host chef author Letizia Mattiacci all the way from Umbria Italy for their Wood-Fired, Umbria-Inspired Book Dinner. Over a five-course dinner, Letizia will be sharing stories and recipes from her new book A Kitchen With A View.

Letizia owns Alla Madonna del Piatto bed and breakfast and cooking school where she has offered hands-on classes for over a decade.

Nota Bene’s chef Randall Doetzer collaborates for a seasonal and regional wood-fired menu available through the evening. This five-course dinner is $65 per person with an additional wine pairing and Letizia’s book available during the event. A limited number of tickets will be available during each seating and can be purchased in advance here. 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

The Jackdaw hosts first Kamayan Feast

Local pop up restaurant The Jackdaw (which you can read more about in our upcoming print issue!) is hosting its first Kamayan Feast at Citizen on Sunday, March 12.

Kamay is the Filipino word for hand. Kamayan means to either shake hands or since this is about food and this particular event, it would mean eating using only your hands. Kamayan has placed this traditional way of eating with hands on a pedestal and turned it into a real art form. This is a good way to kick back, relax, and get to know your neighbor while eating a feast on banana leaves. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased through Eventbrite here.

Rise Biscuits Donuts coming to Short Pump

Durham, NC-based biscuit and donut concept, Rise Biscuits Donuts, will open its first Virginia location in Short Pump in June. The business sells both sweet and savory breakfast and lunch options,

“We are excited to bring this creative, chef-driven concept to Richmond,” said David Dowdy who, with partners Nash Osborn and Matt Hurley, will own and operate the franchise. “We feel there’s a void Rise will fill nicely in the breakfast market and can’t wait to serve scratch-made biscuits and donuts daily to hungry Virginians.”

Menu items include fied chicken biscuit, ham and sausage biscuit topped with cheeses, spreads and eggs and the Cubano. The shop boasts such donut flavors as Maple Bacon Bar and Crème Brulee. Rise Richmond (Short Pump) will be located at 11561 W. Broad St., across the street from Short Pump Town Center. Check out Rise Richmond’s Facebook page here.

Kabana Rooftop unveils new menu and hosts Jazz over the James

Kabana Rooftop has rolled out a very diverse menu. Greek meatballs with house ground lamb, feta and taztiki, Pergories, a pulled chicken, rice and avocado burrito, and a steak and cheese taquito are just some of the dishes. See the full menu below.

Every Tuesday, Kabana also has Jazz over the James featuring live jazz music during dinner with select half price bottles of wines and champagnes.

Early Bird Biscuit Co. & Bakery flocking back to Northside

According to their Instagram, Early Bird Biscuit Co. & Bakery will be coming back home to Northside. Not in their exact space on Lakeside Avenue, but the biscuit and sweets shop has secured a space at 1221 Bellevue Avenue. Not to worry Fan residents, your beloved biscuits will stay put at Early Bird’s Robinson Street location.

We are coming back home! I promised the kind souls that supported my business from the beginning that I'd come home. It's official, space has been secured at 1221 BELLEVUE AVENUE. I am so excited to be a part of the community that helped me begin. #biscuitsonbellevue

A post shared by Early Bird Biscuit Co & Bakery (@earlybirdbiscuitco) on Mar 3, 2017 at 6:07pm PST

Growlers To Go Launches Bike Delivery Through Quickness RVA

No longer do craft beer lovers need to make the trip up to the store or brewery to fill up their growlers. Growlers To Go has partnered up with local bike courier company Quickness RVA to deliver the beer of its 50 plus kegs that are tap to the masses.

“It’s awesome how Quickness is helping us reach people who might not yet know about our store,” said Alyssa McCartney, Store Manger of Growlers To Go in a release. “We offer a wide variety of craft beer and cider at way less than bar prices, now in the comfort of your home.”

In the future, Quickness RVA plans to work out a subscription ABC delivery by bike with the company.

Fire at Rappahannock closes restaurant

A fire at Rappahannock Restaurant forced the popular seafood and oyster bar on East Grace Street to close its doors along with its neighboring sister restaurant, Rapp Session, while they assess the damage. They sent out a message on their Facebook page where you can keep up with updates on the restaurant:

“Rappahannock Restaurant will be closed until further notice. We are still assessing the damages and hope to know more soon. All reservations are being contacted. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you all again for your support and well wishes. Also, we’ve received a lot of messages from the business community offering to help, thank you. We’re are very appreciative of all the support and help. We hope to have more updates soon.”

The Brunch Market launches in Scott’s Addition

Scott’s Addition recently got its own monthly artisan market and brunch spot in the Urban Roost event space, The Brunch Market. Music, local shopping, brunch, and bar to make for the perfect Sunday Funday. The new event space by Lunch.SUPPER! offers a beautiful layout, open air garage doors, full bar, and custom farm tables. Their next event is Sunday, March 19 from 11am-4pm. Brunch bites and cocktails served walk-up style with 20 local retailers all under one roof. Check the link above for vendors. 3023 W. Marshall St.

Wong Gonzalez Beer Dinner

On Wednesday, EAT Partners restaurant on East Grace Street, Wong Gonzalez will host a beer dinner featuring Charlottesville’s South Street Brewery’s brews. Enjoy 5 delicious beer from the Charlottesville brewery paired with Chef Ken’s Latin-Asian fusion. Only $50 a person, make your reservations today by visiting wonggonzlez.com or calling (804)-788-9000. 6:30-9:30pm.

Laura Lee’s rolls out brunch menu

Laura Lee’s restaurant at 3410 Semmes Avenue started serving brunch last weekend. Starts at 10:30am. You can see a sneak peek below and the full brunch menu here.

Quirk Hotel Wine Table Tuesdays

As you found out in the first edition of GOOD EATS RVA, Quirk Hotel has launched Wine Table Tuesdays, where each week, a new organization/charity will be featured and $2 of all wine tastings will be donated to the specific charity. $17 per person (includes 4 tastings). Tonight, Quirk Hotel will donate proceeds to the World Pediatric Project and next week, March 14, the Wine Table event will benefit the Legal Aid Justice Center.

Weezie’s adds to dinner menu

Weezie’s Kitchen in Carytown has just put out a mouth-watering specials menu for dinner along with some wines. The restaurant has added some new burgers, wings, chicken and waffles, and chicken and biscuits. Check out the menu below and drool over the photos while you’re at it.

Food Porn:

Vegan mock turtle pie from @properpieco can sweeten up any Monday Located in Richmond, VA. #vafoodie: @richmond_bites

A post shared by Virginia Foodie (@vafoodie) on Mar 6, 2017 at 10:37am PST

Head over to RVA Magazine’s instagram @rvamag to check out more photos of local good eats.

To submit news, ideas, press releases, menus, or other restaurant news, please email Amy David at [email protected] For advertising or sponsorship opportunities, please email John Reinhold at [email protected]

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