Let’s go to one of the best brunch spots of all time, SBs Lakeside Love Shack. Don’t miss the specials on the chalkboard menu and they always have plenty of breakfast classics on the menu.
Yes that is glitter on that cornbread French toast. It was so good.
I had the Tin Roof Rusted Hash which was sweet potato hash with sunny side up eggs and Texas toast and this was perfection. #rva #rvadine #richmondva
Let’s visit @pizzabonesrva! This place uses a sourdough crust and bakes their pies in a brick oven so their pizza is unlike anything else in Richmond!
We tried their cacio e pepe pizza which was the daily special. It was super rich and creamy and had that perfect peppery flavor. We also got a classic cheese pizza which had a really nice sauce and they don’t skimp on the cheese! To round things out, we tried their pickled vegetable (at the time, it was carrots) which were nice and crunchy with a good briny tang. We washed it down with a couple of @hikehoppedseltzer. (We love these, and they’re made in Richmond!)
The shop has indoor and outdoor seating (it’s not huge but there are a handful of tables inside and outside) and they also have a bar on the other side of the building which would be such a cute spot to meet a friend for a drink!
The service was awesome, the prices were great, and we had plenty of pizza to take home. Definitely check this place out the next time you’re craving pizza! #vafoodie #virginiafoodie
There are LOTS of reasons to love @themayormeats and you might know them for their small batch, hand crafted sausages. (We sustainably sourced foods 🥰) But I also heard they had amazing fries so I had to go see for myself.
Spoiler alert, they were delicious, especially with a glass of Prosecco. And the service was 10/10.
You might have seen their sausages at places like @birdhousefarmersmarket , @friendlycityfoodcoop, @ellwoodsrva, @williamsburgfarmersmarket, @kelsickspecialtymarket & @stellasgrocery but in 2024 they opened this restaurant space in Carytown, right next to @jasperbarrva! If you’re craving a hot dog (or you just need some fries & Prosecco) you have to stop by!
#rva #rvadine #richmondva
Loved having lunch at @pelonsbajagrill - this is one of my family’s favorite places to eat at the oceanfront 🌊 and they definitely make one of my favorite California Burritos 🌯
If you’re in Virginia Beach, you gotta check them out! Have you been to Pelon’s? What’s your favorite thing to get? Any other places at the Oceanfront we need to try?? Let us know in the comments, Foodies!
#vafoodie #virginiafoodie #virginiabeach #virginiaeats #visitvabeach #burritolife #burritolove #pelonsbajagrill
Cozy up with a bowl of this delicious vegetable lentil soup! (AD) This wholesome recipe is packed with ingredients like kale, carrots, and potatoes. Nearly all of this produce came from local farmers via @seasonal_roots, the online farmers market that delivers straight to your door.
Comment “soup” and I’ll send you a link to this recipe so you can make this cozy soup and learn more about how Seasonal Roots makes it easy to support local farmers!
Seasonal Roots makes it easy to stock up on local produce, but you can also order local meat from places like @firsthandfoods, tofu from Twin Oaks Tofu, or dairy & eggs from other local farms! They even have a variety of specialty items like @arshotsouthernhoney, or pasta sauce from @bombolini_pasta! It’s a great way to try a variety of local products and support our farmers & makers! #vafoodie #virginiafoodie #seasonalroots
Cheers to a delicious 2024! I absolutely loved sipping & tasting my way through the state. Here are just a few highlights from some of my favorite places:
@celeste.farms’ dinner experience was one of the most fun and interactive dining experiences I’ve ever tried! This spot is located in Varina, just outside of Richmond city.
@broadclothrestaurant hosted a @vaspirits dinner where we had a multi-course meal paired with different Virginia spirits and it was incredibly delicious and it’s such a beautiful space.
@pinkroomrva is open again and I’m so glad! We went here for my birthday and I just love the vibe of this space. And obviously the food is incredible.
@natesbagels is a weekend staple around here. My go-to order is a rosemary sea salt bagel with scallion cream cheese. I’ve probably eaten over 75 bagels this year and I have no regrets.
@kingfamilyvineyards hosts polo matches and I finally made it to one! Tailgating on the lawn with a bottle of their Crosè was the highlight of my Labor Day weekend.
I’m so excited to explore more restaurants & foods around the state in 2025!
We’ve been leaning into more non-alcoholic drink options this year and I’ve found so many fun options at @point5rva in Carytown!
This bottle shop has tons of non-alcoholic wine, beer, and spirits, including some of our favorite local finds like @hikehoppedseltzer, @drinkenay, @drinkcrunchy and @drinkuncool.
They also have kombucha, CBD drinks, mixers (like @drinknavyhill & @crescentsimples) so you can stock your pantry with everything you need.
P.S. This spot is right across from @thedinnerpartyrva so if you also need to pick up alcoholic wine, you can grab everything in one stop. 😉
Let’s visit the cutest coffee shop in Carytown! Sugar + Twine opened their dine-in space earlier this year and it’s so cute! They have lots of coffee and tea options, plus sweet and savory pastries and sandwiches.
Here’s what we got:
Tomato and fontina tart- This was perfectly flaky with a lovely savory filling. The goat cheese, fig & arugula sandwich which was the perfect mix of tangy cheese and sweet jam.
Snickerdoodle- The sandwich came with a little snickerdoodle which was soft and chewy with a lovely dusting of cinnamon and sugar.
This is the perfect spot to grab a cup of coffee or tea, but don’t miss out on their food options, too!
#vafoodie #virginiafoodie #caryrown #richmond #rva
Let’s go visit @eightandahalfthefan!
8 1/2 recently closed their Church Hill location but they’re still open in the Fan! They’re on Strawberry St. right next to @scoop.rva. (So you have the perfect excuse to pick up a pint of ice cream while you’re there.)
This is one of our favorite pizza spots. The red pizza is just a liiiittle bit spicy. We also love the white pizza which is made with fontina. No dairy? No problem, their vegan pizza is SO good. It’s topped with cannellini beans and broccoletti. (I’m not vegan but this is one of my favorite pizzas.)
This time, we opted for a red pizza as well as the broccoletti pasta. We added ricotta + pine nuts to the pasta (highly recommend) and this meal filled us up with plenty of food leftover for lunch. 😉
They’re open everyday from 11a-10p.. (Keep in mind it’s takeout only.)
#rva #rvadine #vafoodie #virginiafoodie
Let’s go to @susiesrva, a Jewish-inspired spot that just opened in the Fan.
Here’s what we got:
Trio of dips and toast
Potato Latkes
Ronnie sandwich with fries
(Plus a glass of wine and an N/A beer)
I think the Latkes were the star of the show! They were nicely seasoned and perfectly crispy. ✨
But the sandwich was really unique- It was a sub roll filled with sautéed broccoli rabe, white bean spread, and lemon Aioli. It was a little bit spicy which I loved and overall, it had a really delicious flavor.
The fries were nice and crispy and we used them to scrape up the last of the dips! (The hummus was my favorite of the three!)
The food was delicious, the service was great, and I just love the overall vibe of this spot. We’ll definitely be back soon! ❤️
📍 1600 W. Cary St. Richmond, VA
Right now, they’re open Tuesday - Sunday 4 - 10PM, but they plan to open for lunch soon!
#vafoodie #virginiafoodie #rva #rvadine
Welcome to the Museum District, @bsidebakehouse!
We popped in to try a butter croissant and a cinnamon roll and both were SO good! The croissant was sooo flaky and the cinnamon roll was the perfect amount of sweetness to pair with a cup of coffee.
Check their Instagram for their latest hours and info, but make sure you stop in when you can! This place is a must-visit!
📍707 N Sheppard Street, Richmond, VA
#vafoodie #virginiafoodie #richmondva #rva #rvadine
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