Food & Drink

Greek kolokithokeftedes, image by Anthina Psoma. Make these fluffy zucchini pancakes – like savory Greek zucchini fritters, 'kolokithokeftedes' – with zucchini, feta cheese, and herbs.
Recipes

Fluffy Zucchini Pancakes Taste Like Summer

And like savory Greek ‘Kolokithokeftedes’

By Christine Gallary, TheKitchn.com | August 4, 2023
Fine Creek Brewing out of Powhatan, Virginia, one of the 2023 Virginia Craft Beer Cup Winners
Annie Tobey

2023 Virginia Craft Beer Cup Winners

125 breweries entered 471 beers

By Annie Tobey | August 3, 2023
Barbecue tray from Gordonsville's BBQ Exchange with onion rings, hush puppies, pork
Food Finds

Barbecue Road Trip in Central Virginia

Beware the Barbecue Triangle

By Steve Cook | July 27, 2023
Stuffed red velvet cookies
Recipes

Stuffed Red Velvet Cookies

Red velvet cake in cookie form? Yes, please!

By America’s Test Kitchen | July 26, 2023
Bloody Mary mixes, like these found in Virginia, make it easy to mix one up yourself.
Drink Up

Get Your Fix with a Local Mix

Virginia Bloody Mary mixes to perk up your brunch

By Annie Tobey | July 20, 2023
three juicy tomatoes, from Juliengrondin, for article on tomato season ideas
Recipes

Delicious Ideas for Enjoying Tomato Season

‘How much do I love tomatoes? Let me count the ways.’

By JeanMarie Brownson | July 19, 2023
The St. Regis Washington, D.C.’s signature restaurant, Alhambra, offers a Bloody Mary Cart, serving the cocktail made to order tableside.
Drink Up

A Bloody Mary Cart Is a Bloody Good Idea!

You’ll find one at Alhambra at The St. Regis Washington, D.C.

By Annie Tobey | July 13, 2023
Smoked Nachos: The key to creating delicious nachos is layering. CREDIT: TNS
Recipes

Smoked Nachos Elevate a Crowd Favorite

This cheesy, smoky plate of nachos will brighten up any gathering

By America’s Test Kitchen | July 12, 2023
Ingredients for A Berry Good Summer Breakfast Smoothie
Nick Thomas

A Berry Good Summer Breakfast Smoothie

Blending fruits, milk of choice, and a touch of humor

By Nick Thomas | July 7, 2023
Pastries at The Park for food at Sunday brunch.
Food Finds

Sunday Mornin’ … at The Park RVA … Comin’ Down

A generous brunch, nestled among fun and games – with apologies to Kris Kristofferson

By Steve Cook | July 6, 2023

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