9 Reasons I Love VA Wine Country
1. The Beauty
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From beautiful homes, centuries old to sprawling acres of delicate vines, the Virginia countryside makes for a scenic drive. Keep Reading
7 Mid-Atlantic Brewmasters That Rock
1. Bill Madden, Mad Fox Brewing Company, Falls Church, VA
444 West Broad Street Suite I, Falls Church, Virginia 2204
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One of the industry’s most-respected brewers, Bill Madden (second from right) serves as the chief executive officer and executive brewer at Mad Fox Brewing Company. He guides the brewing team consisting of head brewer Charlie Buettner (second from left) and brewers Brian Murphy (far right) and Brad Hulewicz (far left). Bill learned the science of brewing at the University of California-Davis where he graduated from the Master Brewers Program in 1995. Since then, he has been honing his craft and has been responsible for opening and operating seven brewpub locations in the region while at Capitol City Brewing Company, Founders Restaurant and Brewing Company, and Vintage 50 Restaurant and Brew Lounge. Bill’s locally brewed and served beers have received national acclaim through the Brewers Associations’ Great American Beer Festival (GABF) and the Chicago Real Ale Festival. His achievements are especially notable because they span from the biggest, most robust and full-flavored beer styles to also include the lightest and subtlest beer styles, an unusual accomplishment that speaks to his finesse as a brewer. Keep Reading
7 Talented VA Winemakers
1. Dr. Sudha Patil, Narmada Winery, Amissville, VA
43 Narmada Lane, Amissville, Virginia 20106
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Dr. Sudha Patil (left) has an extraordinary palate as well as an undergraduate degree in chemistry. In the short time since Narmada Winery opened its doors in November 2009, her skills in both the art and the science of winemaking have brought accolades. Sudha’s primary focus at Narmada Winery is to create graceful, elegant and food-enhancing wines. Keep Reading
6 VA Wineries You Should Visit
1. Byrd Cellars
5847 River Road West, Goochland, 23063
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Welcome to the award winning Byrd Cellars Vineyard & Winery! Join them in Goochland for a glass of fine wine by the fireplace, or on a comfy sofa in the new Winemaker’s Loft or on the covered porch. Located in the rural setting of the beautiful Piedmont region near Richmond & Charlottesville, their comfortable and charming space is the perfect place to relax with others or just escape with a glass of fine wine. Keep Reading
7 Va Breweries You Should Visit!
1. Lost Rhino Brewing Company, Ashburn
21730 Red Rum Dr. STE 147-157, Ashburn, Virginia 20147
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The name Lost Rhino™ represents the strength and attitude of the rhinoceros. The five species of rhino each has its own distinct persona, ranging from laid back to aggressive. Their brews will also span a range of personalities from hoppy Pilsners to rich, malty IPAs. Keep Reading
The Best Girls’ Weekend In CVille
1. Check into The Boar’s Head Inn with your girlfriends and sit and chill with some Champagne before taking advantage of The Boar’s Head Spa. Get a head to toe massage and facial, ladies!
200 Ednam Drive, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
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Continental Divide To Open RVA Location!
Charlottesville’s Continental Divide will open a Richmond location, according to media reports.
Continental Divide, an awesomely popular cantina located on W. Main Street in CVille, will launch a second location in RVA, according to reports. Continental Divide will replace Mint Gastropub at 2501 W. Main Street in RVA. Keep Reading
9 CVille Concerts That Rock In March!!
1. Surfer Blood with Ski Lodge and Wake Up, The Southern Cafe and Music Hall, Mar. 02, 8pm
103 South 1st St., Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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Check out these Florida-based alt rockers as they dish out dreamy surf rock with pop sensibilities in support of their sophomore album Pythons. Surfer Blood may have started in a cramped bedroom, but with Pythons it’s clear that they have grown into a self-sufficient unit whose potential is limitless. So instead of continuing to analyze where these songs came from and where the band are going, let’s step back from the tornado of excitement surrounding the band and just listen. No matter where you are or what kind of day you had, listening to Pythons will make you realize that the sun is shining somewhere. Let’s bask in it together. Keep Reading
7 Things To Do In CVille This Week
1. Ash Lawn-Highland
2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, VA 22902
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Get the Highland experience! Go see the home of President James Monroe, the Founding Father who fought in the Revolution, negotiated the Louisiana Purchase, and issued the Monroe Doctrine. Highland and its attached Victorian wing are filled with a variety of period furniture and decorative items, as well as classically inspired furnishings the Monroes brought back from France. Keep Reading