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Summer in Virginia Cold Cans for Hot Days Blue Ridge Inspired Upper Piedmont Weekend NoVA Cool Escapes June/July 2019 Edition

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Volume 154 BlueMont Media Group P.O. Box 814 Nellysford, VA 22958 Phone: 757-630-3352 www.DineWineAndStein.com

Welcome to the Annual DW&S Summer Guide

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ummer is here and everyone is looking for a cool weekend escape.

In this edition, DW&S writers share their Virginia weekend plans.

Frank Morgan visits Barboursville Winery and shares his list of Summer wines.

Jennifer Waldera introduces us to her choice places in Manassas and Leesburg, Virginia—and she shares a popular corner spot for food lovers. John Hagarty takes us on a drive through the Northern Piedmont and shares his list of craft beverage and food stops. I spent a week exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah Valley.

Publisher Dave Renfro

Creative Director Jenny Shannon

Executive Editor

Plus, Team DW&S shares both a list of dog-friendly locations and Richmond Summer Events. Hold onto these pages.

Kim Chappell

It’s going to be a hot Summer, be sure to read this story…”Cold Cans for Hot Days”.

Contributing Writers

Cheers, DW&S Fans!

In this issue...

Summer Wine................................................................ 4 Cold Cans for Hot Days.............................................. 5 The Spice Diva - Mexican Food is My Heart’s Home..................................................... 6 Welcome to the 2019 Summer Guide........................ 7 Blue Ridge Inspired...................................................... 8 Route 151 in Nelson County..................................... 10 Trails Cross in Crozet................................................ 12

DW&S is a proud partner of the Virginia Wineries Association

The Great Valley of Virginia.................................... 15 Breaking Free: A Country Escape............................ 17

Kim Chappell Melinda Collings Shawn Gatesman John Hagarty Phyllis Hunter Frank Morgan James Putbrese Dave Renfro Paula Thomasson Jennifer Waldera Dine Wine & Stein is the source for Virginia local food and craft beverage enthusiasts. To advertise in the print publication, the website or through social media contact the DW&S Sales Team at sales@DineWineAndStein.com

NoVA’s Cool Escapes.................................................. 22 Dogs Welcome............................................................. 28 Visit Amuse................................................................. 30

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Richmond Summer Guide......................................... 32 DW&S Adventures: I am Memphis......................... 34 DW&S Guide............................................................... 38 In The News: Your Coffee Break.............................. 45

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Heat, humidity, baseball, time at the pool, cookouts — summer has finally arrived in Virginia!

As the cold temperatures of winter yield to hot summer days, wine enthusiasts turn to rosés, crisp whites and light-bodied red wines for summer sipping.

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arboursville Vineyards offers a diverse mix of refreshing, food-friendly and delicious wines to pair with the heat of summer.

Established in 1976 by sixth generation Italian wine scion Gianni Zonin, Barboursville Vineyards is situated on an 870-acre Antebellum property in the rolling hills of Orange County, about 20 miles northeast of Charlottesville.

In 1990, Luca Paschina came to Virginia from his native Alba, Italy, to take over vineyard management and winemaking at Barboursville. Because of the dedication and work of Paschina and his team, Barboursville is widely recognized as one of the most notable producers of fine wine in the eastern U.S. With two tasting rooms, an inn, a fine dining restaurant, and historically-significant ruins on property, visitors can experience the intersection of history, hospitality and wine at Barboursville.

For a relaxed, seated tasting experience, the Library 1821 tasting room (open Friday through Monday) offers a curated selection of summer wine flights and older vintages paired with charcuterie and cheese plates.

History-minded visitors in search of a memorable wine experience can stay at one of the historic cottages or rooms at the 1804 Inn, explore the historic ruins of Governor James Barbour’s former home, which was designed by

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Thomas Jefferson, and enjoy locallysourced dishes prepared by Chef Spencer Crawford paired with Barboursville wines at Palladio restaurant.

Consider these four Barboursville wines for your next summer soirée: Allegrante Rosé 2018 This rosé is named for a thoroughbred horse acquired by Senator Henry Clay in 1835 from Governor James Barbour. This rosé is a blend of Petit Syrah (82%) and Nebbiolo (18%) grown on the same site where Allegrante once roamed. Like Summer in a glass, this rosé is bursting with juicy raspberry, watermelon water and notes of stone fruits. Perfect as an aperitif on the deck with friends or paired with a watermelon, mint and feta salad. Stock up on this for your summer house rosé.

Sauvignon Blanc Reserve 2018 A perennial favorite, this Sauvignon Blanc has everything you want in a summer sipper: expressive flavors, bright acidity and a clean, refreshing finish. A wonderful balance of spritzy lime, lemongrass, kiwi and tropical flavors. Pair with grilled shrimp or local oysters on the halfshell.

Vermentino Reserve 2017 A grape native to the Sardinia and Corsica regions of Italy, Vermentino is thriving in the vineyards at Barboursville. Paschina was the first to plant

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the grape in Virginia a decade ago.

The Barboursville 2017 Vermentino Reserve was one of the top 12 scoring wines at the 2019 Virginia Governor’s Cup competition, earning a spot in the prestigious Governor’s Case. Often used by other wineries to add aromatics and bright citrus flavors to white blends, Paschina has set the standard with this 100% Vermentino. Aromatic and refreshing with notes of white flowers, honey and stone fruits with a zingy citrus finish. Pair this with any seafood or grilled chicken.

Sangiovese Reserve 2016 A blend of 80% Sangiovese, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot, this red wine is complex and structured with notes of violets, cherry, plum, and tobacco leaf with a lingering dark berry and earthy finish. A beautiful wine made better paired with burgers or steaks on the grill.

In August, Paschina will release the much-anticipated Cabernet Franc made from grapes grown in the Goodlow Mountain Vineyard, Barboursville’s premier vineyard site. Like previous vintages of Barboursville Cabernet Franc, this medium-bodied red will pair nicely with grilled meats, especially lamb chops. n For a taste of Virginia, add Barboursville wines to your summer menu.

Cold Cans for Hot Days The Summer Cocktail Competition Enter the Suncrush Cocktail Competition presented by DW&S. Craft a cocktail using the year-round favorite, Tangerine Suncrush and enter to win the competition The winning cocktail will appear in both the July DW&S Newsletter and in the August DW&S print/digital magazine. Plus, you receive a $50 Hardywood Taproom Gift Card and Suncrush swag.

Send your recipe entry to info@dinewineandstein.com…

Bonus Points for photos or even a video. The winner will be picked by DW&S and Hardywood staff on July 10th and announced on DW&S social media.

Find Suncrush in your area here: https://hardywood.com/beer-finder Cheers & Good Luck!

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Afternoon D’lite Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Our favorite Summer afternoon treat.

Enjoy it ice-cold from the can or pour it over vanilla or chocolate ice cream.

Coffee Blend – Medium-Dark Roasted with natural notes of chocolate & cherry Locally Roasted Coffee, Water & Nitrogen No Sugar. No Dairy.

BRIGHT Tangerine Sparkling Ale Dry. Tangerine. Effervescent. These words don’t really pop in your head when you think of beer, but then again, there’s nothing quite like Bright Tangerine Sparkling Ale. This brew is low calorie, gluten removed, with a dry and bubbly finish.

The kicker is we load it up with heaps of natural tangerine flavor, making it a little brighter than your average ale!

Malts: Pilsner, Pale Wheat, Acidulated Malt Hops: Amarillo Additions: Tangerine Crystals, Tangerine Extract, Tangerine Peel

~164mg of caffeine

Bold Rock Hard Seltzer Grapefruit and Cucumber Melon will hit store shelves on June 10 in Virginia and Western North Carolina but be on the lookout for Bold Rock Hard Seltzer on tap in select markets prior to package release. Each style will initially be available in 12oz can 6-packs and on draft while Grapefruit will also be available in singleserve 16oz cans.

HIBISCUS HARD LEMONADE Craft Hard Lemonade There are a lot of fruited malt beverages out there, but not many are craft. Hibiscus Hard Lemonade changes that. The lemon taste comes from…lemons. Specifically, Meyer lemon juice and lemon zest. Plus, we crafted it up a notch with Lemondrop hops, Belgian candy sugar, and hibiscus — a popular herbal tea. Oh, and it’s low calorie and gluten free. Win win.

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The Spice Diva

by Phyllis Hunter

Mexican Food is My Heart’s Home As many of you know, I hail from West Texas. Having spent most of my tender years vacationing in New Mexico and living in places where the only restaurant besides a cafeteria was a Mexican one, I still long for the perfect Mexican meal.

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y husband and I are in a delightful dinner group here in Charlottesville with accomplished, like-minded cooks, travelers and gourmands. Our theme for this month’s dinner is Cinco de Mayo, a holiday which is much more important in the U.S. than in Mexico. As hostess, I am to create the main dish, so I thought that I would share it with you. My pattern for selecting a recipe for any special occasion is to look at everything and settle upon 4 or 5 recipes which then are combined in some way.

I decided some time ago to prepare a green Molé as they use lots of herbs which are already growing, despite the cold evenings. This sauce can be used with chicken, fish or pork. I will be using pork for the green Molé and chicken with a Bride’s White Mole (link included on the DW&S website).

Making two Molés is not as complicated as it sounds as they have many ingredients in common and will be served side-by-side along with Ceviche, Margaritas, Guacamole, Potatoes with Chard, and Flan supplied by the rest of the group. I will purchase handmade corn tortillas from La Michoacana on High Street because making them myself is a bridge too far for a woman who runs The Spice Diva Emporium 6 days a week! I highly recommend Amigos market on Seminole Trail for all ingredients Latin. n

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Welcome to the 2019 Summer Guide Enjoy Craft Beverages, Delicious Food and Virginia’s Back Roads.

We hope to see you this Summer.

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Blue Ridge Inspired

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Mention Summer in Virginia, and I immediately think of the cool breezes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Craft beverage trails, farm markets, sunsets viewed from the Blue Ridge Parkway, small towns and the Shenandoah National Park all pull me to the mountains.

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or this year’s DW&S Summer Guide, I decided to establish a hub in the central Blue Ridge region.

I like to explore all day and then come back and relax with a great view. The Iris Inn & Cabins in Waynesboro, Virginia became my home for the week.

Waynsboro sits near the intersection of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Shenandoah National Park. But, can I fill a seven- day stay in the region with my favorite hobbies?

The answer is “Yes.” As a matter of fact, I ran out of days before I finished my list.

After a gourmet breakfast, prepared by The Iris Inn, I set out to explore the area. It was time to divide and conquer. I decided to follow some popular trails in the region as my guide. Here’s an outline of my plan: • The Nelson 151 Trail • Crozet: Where Brew Trails Intersect • A day enjoying Massanutten Resort • A hike in the Shenandoah National Park with an afternoon in Waynesboro • Two days exploring the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail

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The Shenandoah Valley’s Most Exciting Day Trip!

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Outdoor WaterPark • Groups & Parties • Arcade Games FlowRider Surf Simulator • Shopping • Dining • Frog Pond

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• A drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway with a sunset at the Raven’s Roost Overlook (One of the Parkway’s most photographed sunset overlooks) I enjoyed my days exploring the region and returned to the Iris Inn each evening. I travel full-time, sometimes in our motorhome and at times staying in B&Bs, inns, and AirBnBs. I have found that the best way to explore an area is to talk to the locals. They will tell you their favorite spots and experiences. After chatting with locals, I headed over to fill a growler at Basic City Beer Company.

I was also reminded that Waynesboro is the home of Blue Ridge Bucha.

I have been a fan of Blue Ridge Bucha for years, and now I had the opportunity to visit their Tap Room and enjoy a flight of their organic kombucha. Summer hours are Wednesday-Sunday, 12PM7PM. On weekends this Summer, The Bagelini Bus is on site.--- A new food truck from the Virginia popular Bageladies. That’s a win-win for you. n

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Turn the pages and follow along.

I have provided maps, tips, and photos. I hope you are also inspired by the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Every Summer road trip deserves some car snacks. My tip is to stop by King’s Gourmet Popcorn. You will find the bright yellow food truck on RT 250, at the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Pick up a bag, and you will be ready to explore.

Only 15 minutes from Harrisonburg!

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Visit the Taste of Nelson Festival on June 29th at Blue Toad Hard Cider.

Enjoy Nelson County craft beverages, food and crafts

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dishes. Welcome to the Nelson 151 Trail in 2019.

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Fifteen years ago, I wrote a blog story about a scenic loop through Nelson County, Virginia, and Nelson 151 was

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Your Weekend Address

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the cornerstone of the story. Blue Mountain Brewery had not yet opened and the focus was on the mountain views, Rockfish River, a hike in Wintergreen Resort and the Blue Ridge Parkway. You can still catch beautiful mountain views, but you can now also enjoy some of Virginia’s finest craft beverages, paired with chef-created

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isit for a day or a long weekend, and you will certainly find your favorite craft beverage.

From beer to wine and cider or even distilled spirts, this Virginia trail has it all. And a lot of local- made food to create an outstanding experience.

Many of the establishments have outdoor seating and live entertainment on the weekends. Gather a group of friends and plan your visit to this four-season destination.

First, I want to remind you to have either a designated driver or consider making a reservation with one of the

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regional tour companies. I have listed some options at the end of this story.

Each spot on the Nelson 151 map has its own unique atmosphere and signature brand. Team DW&S has enjoyed them all. So, I reached out to Lindsay Dorrier, III, current President of the Nelson 151 Trail Association.

Kim: I have a group of friends that would like to enjoy the Nelson 151 Trail over a Summer weekend.

Can you give us a few tips or tricks to use to enjoy the weekend?

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Lindsay: Nelson 151 has so much to offer for craft beverage enthusiasts and it honestly would be tough to fully appreciate the area in one day. I would recommend booking a room for the weekend with one of our high-quality bed and breakfast or inn lodging partners and devoting a few days to allow for sufficient appreciation of the world class winery, brewery, cidery and distillery options along N151. You can divide and conquer by focusing on wineries one day and breweries, cideries and distilleries on the other. In addition

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to craft beverage, don’t forget to enjoy the outdoors with hike up to Humpback Rock or Crabtree Falls. Nelson County is beautiful year around but the Summer months allow for outdoor adventures in a way that is not always possible at other times during the year. Thus whether your idea of fun is an 8 mile hike or a relaxing afternoon on a beautiful patio, we’ve got you covered.

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Kim: I am looking for some behind-the-scenes news about upcoming Summer and Fall events along the trail. What can you share?

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Lindsay: The Summer is always jam packed with fun events and 2019 is no different. The popular Starry Nights series returns to Veritas on June 8 with Saved By The 90’s and traverses through July and August with party infused music and amazing star filled evenings. Blue Mountain Brewery offers music every Friday while Bold Rock is doing a unique monthly Cider Cinema series starting on May 18th with Jurassic Park. Cardinal Point offers music every Sunday afternoon and Devils Backbone has their Music In The Blue Ridge series starting on June 1 with some of Virginia’s finest bands.

Essentially every member business is doing some sort of exciting event throughout the Summer so make sure you visit their individual websites when planning your visit to not miss out on an opportunity to elevate your N151 experience to the next level.

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Kim: Tell us how we can follow updates from the trail.

Is there a newsletter or social media pages that provide updates to trail news and events? What about lodging along the trail?

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Lindsay: Your best way to stay engaged with Nelson 151 news and events is by liking us on Facebook and Instagram and keeping an eye on our website events calendar. We regularly update and want to make sure those that love the area and visit with some frequency are kept in the know. In terms of lodging, please visit our lodging partners page on nelson151.com which will provide nearly 20 different options of all shapes and sizes to accommodate your lodging needs.

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You now have the trail map, the resources for lodging, insider tips and below is a list of tour partners that visit the Nelson 151 Trail each weekend. Visit Nelson County and the Nelson 151 Trail and share your photos #DWSsummer.

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Pick up a Nelson 151 Passport on the Trail. Join the Nelson 151 Pioneer Club when you visit all 13 Members and get a Free Commemorative Pioneer Club Gift. www.DineWineAndStein.com

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Trails Cross in Crozet

by Kim Chappell

Where is Crozet, Virginia? It is halfway between Charlottesville and Waynesboro, just off of I-64.

Crozet is also only a short drive from the Nelson 151 Trail in Nelson County and the Brew Ridge Trail that runs from Charlottesville to Nelson. Ample options for lodging are close, including the Iris Inn Bed & Breakfast—where I stayed to visit the region.

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he Brew Ridge Trail is “Virginia’s Original Beer Trail” and intersects Crozet at Starr Hill Brewery. Following the trail brought me to this quaint small town with its own craft beverage and food vibe. Imagine enjoying a glass of wine while watching the sunset behind the Blue Ridge Mountains. Or pick your own peaches at Chiles Peach Orchard. (Plus homemade peach ice cream and peach cider donuts) There is something for everyone in this town. It’s family friendly, and many locations are dog-friendly too.

King Family Vineyards is the host of “Wind Down Wednesday,” and you can finish the work-week back at Chiles Peach Orchard for free Friday night live music. This is a community that ensures fond Summer memories. As a visitor, I wonder how to absorb all of Crozet in my short visit best.

I stopped at Pro Re Nata in Crozet for dinner. Research brought me to this spot for not only the beer but also the food menu from Hops Kitchen. I visit a craft brewery for the whole experience, not just a pint of beer. The Hops Kitchen menu will not disappoint. Pro Re Nata proved to be an ideal place to relax and plan my week in the Blue Ridge.

Sitting at the bar, I hear about the new Crozet Trolley from locals. Perhaps, this is a way to see all of Crozet in one day? Starting in Summer 2019, you will

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be able to ride the Crozet Trolley and blend together the intersection of Virginia beverage trails. Crozet will become a hub for Virginia craft beverage and food lovers.

I pulled up the Crozet Trolley Co (@crozettrolleyco) on Facebook and checked out the map. With Starr Hill Brewery, Old Trail, Pro Re Nata Farm Brewery, Greenwood Gourmet Grocery, Septenary Winery at Seven Oak Farm, King Family Vineyards, Bold Rock Hard Cider, Prince Michel Winery, and Chiles Peach Orchard on the map, I know that the Crozet Trolley Trail is slated to be a winner.

As the DW&S Summer Guide is going to press, The Crozet Trolley

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Company is starting to sell tickets for weekend rides. #ClangClang—Get on the Crozet Trolley and make some Summer memories. Read about the new trolley and book your tickets at www.crozettrolley.com. n

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While learning about the Crozet Trolley, I found the Greenwood Gourmet Grocery. Trolley customers will be able to pre-order sandwiches from the grocery. My tip is to visit this gourmet grocery to pack a picnic to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway.

At the grocery, you will find a curated collection of Virginia craft beverages and Virginia-Made products. They also have an eclectic menu of sandwiches and gourmet delights that they sell by the pound. I was able to pack a picnic and head up to the Ravens Roost Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway to watch the sunset.

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This edition of DW&S is full of tips from Team DW&S and magazine fans. My favorite Summer 2019 advice is to follow an established Virginia Trail. Virginia Tourism markets “trails” for every hobby and way to love the state. Thousands follow Virginia wine trails every year. While planning my visit to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail caught my attention.

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The Great Valley of Virginia

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Enjoy a selection of Rose wine from the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail.

The Shenandoah Valley is a slice of paradise between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Allegheny Mountains. Over recent decades, the wine produced in this valley has gained national acclaim.

It is not just the wine that lured me to the valley. The rural views are some of the best in the state. From blue mountain ranges and green fields to idyllic streams and rivers, this valley has it all. The views from each winery are photo worthy—be sure to bring a camera.

It is also a Virginia region of local music enthusiasts.

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spent two days traveling the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail. I could have spent three times the number of days. The trail runs from Winchester to the North and down the valley to Augusta County in the South. The trail spans 200 miles with available lodging varied from mountain cabins to Hotel Madison in Harrisonburg. You will also pass two Virginia resorts, Massanutten Resort, and Bryce Resort.

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will also find a wide array of music along the Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail. Live music is part of the valley experience. Summer nights and weekends will often provide a backdrop to several live concerts along the trail. Follow the trail’s music, and events schedule on their Facebook page, @shenandoahvalleywinetrail.

On June 22, 2019, the valley will celebrate the 11th Annual Shenandoah Valley Wine & Jazz Festival. Enjoy the valley’s award-winning wine collection, paired with local food truck fare and jazz music. You can enjoy it all while watching the sunset behind the Allegheny Mountains.

Now, let’s talk about wine. The Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail includes over twenty wineries and Old Hill Cider. The website, www.shenandoahvalleywinetrail.com consists of a listing of all valley wineries located on the trail. The magazine is available for pick-up at any of the wineries on the trail or at regional Visitor’s Centers. You will also find a link to the trail’s digital magazine, including listings for wineries and vineyards, lodging and specialty shops. n Enjoy the trail…

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John Hagarty is an author for DW&S Magazine that blends Virginia history and his love for craft beverages and food. Visit the DW&S website, and you will find his stories on the history of Virginia wine, beer, spirits and even the history of Virginia taverns and pubs. For this edition, John tells us about Virginia’s Northern Piedmont. Sit back and read about a long Summer weekend with John in a favorite region of Virginia. Once again, he blends Virginia history and the Commonwealth’s food and beverage culture. Enjoy…

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rich, storied past. The Commonwealth is a cornucopia of life’s finer pleasures.

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A Visit to Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties This is the region we call home.

Specifically, it encompasses Fauquier and Rappahannock counties. To highlight its popularity over 1.5

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million motorists visit the Shenandoah National Park each year.

But there is so much more to see than just the sweeping views from Skyline Drive. Join us as we take a three-day tour of select lodging, restaurants, historical venues, shops, social lubricant establishments and more.

Let’s create some memories.

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The beauty of the Northern Piedmont springs from its rolling, lush landscapes, dense forests, open farmland, and sparkling streams. All backdropped by the famed Blue Ridge.

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hen traveling countries as divergent as British Columbia and Ireland, my wife and I have encountered comments from the locals such as, “You’re from Virginia?

It’s so beautiful there!”

How did they know?

Everyone does.

The Blue Ridge Mountains. The Shenandoah Valley. The Chesapeake Bay. The Piedmont region. The landscape is legendary.

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Magical might best describe Virginia. Arguably no state possesses a more graceful landscape and

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From whatever direction you enter Fauquier County you will intuitively know relaxation awaits. For starters, there are 26 wineries, four breweries and two meaderies scattered over its 651 square miles.

But the libation cornucopia must wait until later in the day. Our first stop is the county seat, Warrenton. The historical area on Main Street is where we’ll head first.

Specifically, the Old Jail.

The original four-cell jail was built in 1808 and converted into a house for the jailer when a larger hoosegow was built to the rear of it in 1823. As you enter the jail the “warden” or more accurately, docent, will give you a brief overview of the building’s history then set you off for a self-guided tour of the two-story structure.

What you will experience is one of the most well-preserved old jails in the state. To roam the second floor and see prisoner cells as they existed in the past will reinforce why breaking bad in the good old days came with a high price tag; cramped discomfort.

The jail’s museum includes a collection of artifacts representing the county’s history from Native Americans, to the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and World War II eras. The exploits of local Confederate legend, Colonel John S. Mosby, or the “The Gray Ghost, is also highlighted.

Mosby was known for his lightning-quick raids and ability to elude Union Army pursuers.

The 45-minute tour costs $10 for adults and $5 for children under twelve. The museum is closed on Tuesdays.

Having served your “sentence,” you will be paroled to explore the four block Old Town district. Numerous shops will beckon as you casually stroll south down the right side of Main Street and back up the left.

Along the way, you will pass gift shops, a book shop, jewelers, art shops, a bakery, a bike shop, and restaurants among other quaint boutiques. Since midday hunger pangs will be starting to stir, consider dining at either Denim & Pearls, the Black Bear Bistro or Molly’s Irish Pub. After lunch head back to the car and drive east on Route 29 for nine miles to Vint Hill, a “suburb” of Warrenton, to visit the Cold War Museum. Founded in 1996 by Francis Gary Powers Jr., the son of legendary U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, the museum preserves and honors Cold War veterans.

The museum has over $3 million worth of artifacts in its collections. Holdings include items from the Berlin Airlift, the suitcase Gary Powers carried when he was exchanged for Rudolf Abel, a 5,000-square-foot display on the Cuban Missile Crisis, Soviet and American Nike missiles and spy satellites.

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A leisurely morning breakfast at Airlie will start the second day of your adventure. Drive back through Warrenton on Broadview Avenue and turn right onto Route 211 west. You are about to enter one of the most unique counties in the country 11 miles distant.

Rappahannock County is sparsely settled with a population of 7,300.

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That’s some 2,500 fewer souls than in 1850. It has no stoplights, no shopping malls, no fast food restaurants and gives new meaning to the words “laid back.”

What it does possess is beauty in abundance. As you drive west into the county, you will be traveling on the Skyline Wine Trail. You won’t need hiking boots to explore this trail later in the day.

The trail encompasses nine wineries, two breweries, one meadery, one distillery, eight restaurants, 13 lodging establishments, and 14 shops and galleries scattered like diamonds on a rolling landscape of verdant fields and dense forests.

Our destination this morning is the town of Little Washington. A precocious 17 year-surveyor laid out the town’s 51 half acre plats in 1749. His name was George Washington. Today, the town has about the same number of home sites. Growth is not embraced in Rappahannock.

As you enter the village head to the post office that is located diagonally across from the famed Inn at Little Washington. There is parking behind the post office that will set you free to roam the village’s jewelry, art, and antique shops and to explore the historical Gay Street area.

As lunchtime approaches slide behind the steering wheel and travel west to the intersections of Route 211 and Route 522 and go north three miles to the Griffin Tavern located in the even smaller village of Flint Hill.

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America. A donation of $10 is requested part of which can go to the purchase of items from its gift shop.

As you leave the museum consider stopping by Old Bust Head Brewery for a cold draft. It’s just a two-minute drive and an ideal winding down spot to end your day’s sightseeing.

Strapped back in your chariot your lodging destination for the day is, Airlie, a short five-mile drive back west on Route 29.

The original estate was built in 1899 by Philadelphia native Harry C. Groome who named it after a castle in Scotland. The home was destroyed by fire in 1924 and Groome rebuilt it on its original foundation.

In 1956 a new owner transformed the property into one of the first conference facilities in the country. Today Airlie offers a variety of value-added packages for couples and business groups including farm-to-table dinners, special amenities and more.

With onsite dining available you’ll be tempted to call it a day at this luxurious estate resort. But if your “explorer genes” are still humming, freshen up and head back into Warrenton for the 10-minute drive to Claire’s at the Depot in the historic district.

The dining establishment is considered one of the best in Fauquier County. Its setting is elegantly casual, and no less a restaurant critic than The Washington Post’s Tom Sietsema said, “…the restaurant is in a former train depot and is a charmer.”

The charm includes dinners such as Atlantic salmon, sea scallops, blackened scallops, veal scallopini, double stuffed pork chops, farmed raised half chicken, chargrilled steaks and more. Its discerning wine list will not disappoint.

It’s been voted the “Best of Warrenton” for seven out of the last eight years.

After dinner, you might be tempted to drop in at Wort Hog Brewing Company diagonally across the street from Claire’s for a sudsy nightcap.

But then again, maybe we shouldn’t push it. Your call. A luxurious room at Airlie awaits.

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local favorite. But the menu has depth so take your time in ordering.

If you elect to sit in the bar, you may be pulled into the friendly conversation as the bartender, ensconced in a rectangular bar at the center of the room, takes orders and links one conversation with another. Yes, it’s as fun as visiting a British pub whose ambiance it replicates.

With lunch over the “Rappahannock Dilemma” emerges, where to go next? Perhaps the best answer is to have no agenda but simply cruise the backcountry roads of this bucolic region, snapping photos and banking memories.

With the Skyline Wine Trail to fall back on, there will be ample opportunity to secure a glass of afternoon wine or draft beer. Even a tour of Copper Fox Distillery in Sperryville is a distinct possibility. You’ve got an imagination so be sure use it.

As late afternoon settles on the region, it’s time to check into the night’s lodging. Our choice is the Foster Harris House.

At Foster Harris, guests indulge in the luxurious feel of a five-diamond resort surrounded by the irresistible charm of an intimate, historic home. After you settle in and take a rest, head back out to Flint Hill for dinner at The Blue Door.

The restaurant is new having opened two years ago.

The owners brought their dining bona fides from Northern Virginia where they ran the acclaimed Villa Mozart.

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handmade pastas and pastries. Prices are moderate.

On your return visit to Rappahannock County---and yes, you will be back---consider dining at the newest upscale dining spot The Three Blacksmiths in the village of Sperryville. Accolades have poured in since its opening so reservations can be difficult to secure. But don’t give up. It’s worth the wait.

If it’s a clear night, after dinner as you drive back to the Foster Harris House to bed down, take note of the starry sky. Another Rappahannock treat is its night skies, a prized benefit of traveling in a lightly populated region.

After a night of Rappahannock dreaming, you’ll awake to the aroma of a four-course gourmet breakfast being prepared by your hosts. We hope you left some room in the tummy from last night’s repast.

As you bid adieu to your hosts, your final day in northern Piedmont is all yours. By now you’ve gotten a feel for the delights available countywide. Pick your options carefully because this final day will fly by faster than a county Red-tailed Hawk.

As you set course for home in the afternoon, the one downside of spending three days in northern Piedmont becomes increasingly apparent. You don’t want to leave.

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On the Manassas Museum Lawn!

Grab your tickets and a lawn chair and head over for a summertime fun time! Featuring wine, beer, and spirits sampling along with live music and specialty vendors!

Historic Downtown Manassas will hold its 9th Annual Bands, Brews, and Barbecue Festival on September 7, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Follow along on a tour of Leesburg & Manassas with Jennifer Waldera…

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anassas is most known for its historical context in the Civil War. The Manassas National Battlefield was the site of two significant battles during the war and is a natural draw for visitors to the town, with tours and hiking onsite in addition to the museum, book shop, and self-guided tour options. However, there is an abundance of other places to explore in Manassas as well.

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Historic Downtown Manassas sports a number of shops to meander through from food-based spaces like Weinegar’s Bakery and Tearoom, Popcorn Monkey, Tummy Yum Yum Gourmet Apples, and Lemonade Bakery to grab sweet snacks to Calico Jack’s, full of home goods and gifts to browse.

Food enthusiasts can stop into Manassas Olive Oil Company to sample from the 45 flavors of olive oil or balsamic vinegar in the tasting gallery or peruse the other seasonings,

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sea salt, hand-crafted pottery. Meanwhile, collectors are likely to enjoy Iron Horse Antiques or Rebel Coin Company, described as “a gathering place for Civil War relic hunters and coin collectors since 1959”.

For history buffs, Echoes, The Manassas Museum Store holds a treasure trove of Civil War books, prints, Manassas and Civil War collectibles, and even educational toys. For more books, those with a love of all that is literary can pop into Prospero’s Books in the iconic

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craft drafts and astoundingly affordable cocktails that at around $7.50.

Mid-range restaurants are aplenty with some of our favorite concepts including Public House Kitchen and Brewery with its extensive beer list, and affordable wine to wash down the likes of pork belly deviled eggs, poutine, and fried chicken, and Okra’s, a New Orleans

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Hibbs & Gidding building. The decades-old shop specializes in military and regional history as well as the Civil War, specifically, and sells rare and out-of-print books, antique maps, prints, and general fiction and non-fiction.

While Manassas still maintains its small-town vibe, it has no shortage of spots to sip or swill. Sinistral Brewery, right on Main Street, houses a bar area, patio, and lounge with board games and their in-house brews. For wine lovers, Aroma Wine Tasting serves tastings of Morais Vineyard’s wine in their rustically elegant tasting room.

On the periphery of the downtown area, beer lovers can also visit Heritage Brewing Company. The veteran-owned brewery produces their beer in the Manassas headquarters, a large warehouse with the tasting room in the center. With 16 taps, the brewery offers all of their flagship beers as well as other limited releases.

Also, just a short ride from Downtown Manassas is KO Distillery who offers tastings and tours of their facility where they produce a variety of spirits including bourbon, wheat whiskey, rye whiskey, white whiskey, a standard strength gin, Navy-strength gin, and a bourbon barrel finished gin. For those that prefer their spirits mixed, the distillery also offers a cocktail tasting.

To sop up all those suds or spirits, there is a wide range of restaurant options. For a more casual feel, The Bone is an award-winning cozy BBQ spot near the train station serving pork, brisket, turkey, and ribs. Another relaxed option is The Philadelphia Tavern, whose tag line is “Where Philly meets the south,” and is known for serving up authentic cheesesteaks on Amorosa rolls.

For a laid back, unique experience, Crossroads Tavern is the place. A board game tavern with over 1,400 games available and an approachable menu with punny food names like “Weiner Takes All,” they also have a long list of local

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bistro with its creative Creole cuisine and cocktails.

For upscale dining, Carmello’s focuses on “elevating traditional Portuguese and Italian dishes” by mixing the classic with contemporary. Seasonally prepared seafood, meats, and pasta are on the menu and the wine lists, categorized by region, are extensive.

After a day of exploration around Manassas, the perfect place to rest before hitting the highway is Manassas Junction Bed and Breakfast. Housed in an authentically restored 1902 Queen Anne Eastlake style, the B&B is right in the historic district, making it easily walkable to and from restaurants, bars, and shops. Having breakfast on hand in the morning makes for a smooth start to the day, and the proprietors ensure that the meal utilizes fresh, organic, locally grown products when possible as well as fresh fruit and vegetables from their own garden.

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Do Not Miss Gilbert’s Corner While it is obviously more efficient to head straight from Manassas to Leesburg, we recommend a slight detour and a pit stop near Middleburg - literally.

The Pit Stop, located at Gilbert’s Corner at the intersection of routes 15 and 50, is an institution at this corner market. Only open on weekends, the BBQ joint attracts long lines of people willing to wait for ribs, chicken, pork, smoked chicken salad, greens, and mac and cheese. In addition to noshing on BBQ, visitors can explore the rest of the vendors at the market selling the likes of kettle corn, salsa, pastry, kabobs, pizza, and other retail goods.

Middleburg is known for being hunt country, but it can also proudly claim to be home to a number of wineries. In fact, there are nearly two dozen wineries within 30 minutes of the town making it a top tasting destination.

With so many choices, we narrowed down the options to some that are closest to Gilbert’s Corner. Chrysalis Vineyards is just a three-minute drive from the market and is dedicated to growing the native Virginia grape, Norton.

Cana Vineyards is just a matter of minutes past Chrysalis on Route 50 and Greenhill Winery and Vineyards is a mere minute or two from there. 50 West Vineyards, with a gorgeous overlook of the Bull Run Mountain Range is less than ten minutes from the other destinations as well.

If ciders and spirits are more in your wheelhouse, Mt. Defiance Cidery and Distillery is the destination in the Middleburg area. With two separate locations, one the Cider Barn and the other the Distillery, both are close by. At the Cider Barn, Mt. Defiance features traditional farmhouse blends of dry cider as well as infused ciders featuring blueberry, ginger, honey, and even five pepper. Meanwhile, the distillery focuses on “lost spirits” like absinthe and cassis liqueur but also produces apple brandy, bourbon,

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award-winning sweet vermouth, and multiple liqueurs in addition to rum, their shout out to one of the most popular spirits of the colonial era in Middleburg.

If wine, spirits, and cider tasting trigger an afternoon appetite, historic Hunter’s Head Tavern, an authentic English pub, is just a few more miles west in Upperville.

Also, the owners of Ayshire Farm (which specializes in rare breeding), Hunter’s Head’s proprietors ensure that the tavern is a true farm to table concept. With bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie, chicken pot pie, and Guinness beef stew, the menu offers plenty of hearty classic English fare alongside contemporary dishes like steamed artichokes with lemon butter and Korean fried chicken wings with kim chi.

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Leesburg is a short 25 minute drive from Middleburg offering the opportunity to either stay overnight in Middleburg or make the brief trek to Leesburg. While Leesburg sports some adorable and affordable AirBnB accommodations, Middleburg has some spots to stay that are worthy of a multitude of awards.

Named one of the top ten best romantic inns in America by USA Today and one of the most excellent inns in North America by Conde Nast Johansens, Goodstone Inn sits on a 265-acre estate and is home to award-winning French-inspired restaurant The Conservatory. The wine cellar houses a selection of 820 wines and breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch are all served.

Salamander Resort and Spa, awarded a Five-Star Rating by Forbes Travel Guide and named one of the world’s best spas by Wall Street Journal is a destination unto itself with the opportunity to play tennis, take nature hikes, and zip line as well as participate in Saturday afternoon classes in the Cooking Studio. Harrimans Virginia Piedmont Grill, the onsite restaurant, makes innovative use of upscale ingredients like sweetbreads and foie gras while also stirring up impressive cocktails that utilize local ingredients.

Finally, the Red Fox Inn and Tavern celebrates the hunt country culture and experience in each of its unique dining options from the serene Garden Terrace to the sophisticated Night Fox Pub and Parlor to the more casual Tavern and Tap Room. Additionally, guests can peruse 19th and 20th century sporting paintings and sculpture, curated by owner Turner Reuter, at the onsite Red Fox Fine Art Gallery.

Any trip to Leesburg warrants meandering through the quaint downtown for shopping and dining, and there are closeby historical spaces like Morven Park to explore. For those looking to learn about the culture and the history of the area, there are online walking tours via the TourLeesburg app which will start at any point of interest.

For breakfast through dinner, and brunch on the weekends, the pleasantly quirky Shoe’s Cup and Cork delivers sustainable and local meals and drinks in a historic repurposed shoe repair shop. With the 1920s and ‘30’s feel, the restaurant has multiple dining areas from a 1920’s speakeasy-inspired poker room upstairs to a casual cafe area and a secret garden with a full bocce court.

Casual restaurants abound in Downtown Leesburg with one of the most popular destinations being Puccio’s NY Deli who boasts “Big city taste without the traffic.”

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Their fresh housemade sides and hearty sandwiches are the perfect portable meal to eat on the go or to take to a nearby winery.

For a more upscale experience, visit the Lightfoot, winner of Wine Spectator’s 2018 award of excellence.

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biscuits and “atomic crab cake” as well as for its creativity with dishes like the Peking duck quesadilla.

Leesburg Public House is the place to stop for drinks to sip alongside crafty dishes like Thai chili cauliflower or seared peppered scallops with house smoked pork belly.

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The bar boasts 33 craft beers on tap, and the cocktails and wine list are impressive as well.

While visiting Downtown Leesburg could occupy a day on its own, there are opportunities for a more rural experience as well. Beer enthusiasts will enjoy a trip to Jonathan Staples’ Vanish Brewery which operates with a plant-to-pint philosophy, using ingredients from their own farm. The tasting room offers up to 20 beers as well as cider, red and white wines, and wine cocktails alongside a food menu of pizza, bbq, sandwiches, and snacks.

Named by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the top 25 wineries in the United States in 2018, Zephaniah Farm Vineyard is only five miles from Leesburg and Stone Tower Winery is just shy of 7 miles from the heart of downtown. For a culinary experience, The Winery and Vineyard at Lost Creek is focused on pairing their 100% Virginia wines with a farm to table small plate pairing menu. Winery 32 also features a bistro menu to pair with their wine with all menu items prepared by chef/winemaker Michael Moosher and clocking in at an affordable $10.

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Dogs Welcome We asked DW&S Readers to tell us about their favorite Dog Friendly Virginia spots, and they responded with emails, Facebook posts and photos.

Virginian’s love their dogs. Share your Summer dog photos with the tag #DWSdogs.

Here’s a list of DW&S Fan Favorite Spots…Enjoy the Summer with your best friend along. (We know that there are a lot more dog-friendly spots, and we will keep adding to our list—Let us know!)

Charlottesville Beer Run Boylan Heights Firefly Kardinal Hall Nelson County Devils Backbone, In the Meadows Wild Wolf Brewery Bold Rock Hard Cider Blue Toad Hard Cider Blue Mountain Brewery Albemarle Ciderworks

Staunton Byers Street Bistro Edelweiss Restaurant Cranberry Grocery & Eatery Thai Staunton Barren Ridge Vineyard in Fishersville

Lynchburg El Jefe Taqueria Garaje Magnolia Foods

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Fork in the Market Famous Anthony’s Crystal Springs Soaring Ridge Craft Brewers Wasena City Tap Room & Grill Beamer’s 25

Fire Works Pizza Lightfoot Spanky’s Shenanigans Pub Leesburg Public House Stone Tower Winery Casanel Vineyards & Winery Vanish Brewery Shoes Cup & Cork Melt Gourmet Cheeseburgers

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Crozet Starr Hill Brewery Pro Re Nata Brewery

Harrisonburg The Cracked Pillar Jack Brown’s Burger and Beer Joint Pale Fire Brewing Company

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Acacia Caliente Restaurant Southern Railway Taphouse Legend Brewing Company Bottoms Up Sine Irish Pub & Restaurant Carytown Burgers & Fries Castle Glen Estates Winery, Doswell Blue Bee Cider Winchester Brewbakers Roma’s Wood-Fired Pizzeria 50/50 Taphouse Winchester Ciderworks James Charles Winery & Vineyard Sweet Nola’s

Northern Virginia Breaux Vineyards—Purcellville Barrel Oak Winery—Delaplane Aspen Dale Winery—Delaplane Barrel Oak Farm Taphouse—Delaplane Winery at La Grange—Haymarket Bear Chase Brewing Company—Bluemont Dirt Farm Brewing—Bluemont Crooked Oak Brewing—Sterling 2 Silos Brewing—Manassas Gentle Harvest—Marshall Hunters Head Tavern—Upperville

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DW&S Writer Paula Thomasson visits the neighborhoods of Richmond to bring us her unique finds.

Visit the DW&S website to read about Paula’s walk through Scotts Addition, her visit to Richmond’s secret speakeasy and a visit to ShipLock Brewing.

Today, Paula takes us to The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts to experience a unique cocktail collection…

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by Paula Thomasson

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) has an affectionate place in the hearts of most people that live in Richmond. If you grew up in Richmond like I did, you would have visited on field trips, and it would have been a part of your own unique history. As an adult, I continued to frequent the artadorned walls and see all the pieces brought in from all over the globe with a whole new respect. My husband even proposed to me in the European Art section, making it an especially lovely place for me. It seems most people you meet in Richmond have a story or two about visiting the VMFA. If you were to stop by on a Friday evening, you would enjoy Friday Art and Wine. Guests can enjoy a concert, dancing, beer, wine and afterward you can walk around and enjoy the exhibits or stay in the BEST Cafe patio and wander the water gardens and outdoor sculptures. They offer free art tours every half hour until 9:30. It’s culture and art at its finest.

One of my personal favorite things to do is to visit Amuse, the VMFA’s very own fine dining restaurant, on the top floor overlooking the Atrium and the gardens

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Currently, they are serving drinks to go along with “Awaken: A Tibetan Buddhist Journey Toward Enlightenment” with collections of Himalayan art with samples from the 9th century and as recent as 2016.

Visitors can learn about Buddhism and its teachings.

Their website says, “Awaken offers an invitation to travel beyond the confines of geography and possibly to discover more about oneself.” The drinks they created did not disappoint! I had never had anything like them. The flavors were blended as artistically as the art in the museum.

The “Wishing Well” had turmeric infused vodka, Becherovka, ginger beer, Sichuan peppercorns, and lime. I also tried one called “Roof of the World” with Genever, Tanqueray, carrot juice, curry brown sugar, egg white and lemon. Other drinks on the menu mixed Himalayan black tea and salted orange cordial or saffron; so many exclusive tastes mingling together. Every time VMFA gets a new Exhibition, Amuse crafts a whole new line of Signature Cocktails. I have never been dissatisfied with what they create.

Visit their website www.vmfa.museum to learn more about Friday Art and Wine and view their calendar to see their musical guests. You can also make reservations to visit Amuse and get tickets to see “Awaken: A Tibetan Buddhist Journey Toward Enlightenment.” They have so much more coming in the future, maybe I will see you there. n Luxation 1, 2016, Tsherin Sherpa (Nepalese, born 1968), acrylic on 16 stretched canvases, each 18 x 18 in. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Adolph D., and Wilkins C. Williams Fund

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Richmond Summer Guide

by Team DW&S

Just a few of Team DW&S’s favorite Summer attractions in Richmond, Virginia. From festivals, to walking tours, picnics, desserts and sunsets…We have the list!

Attend a Festival • Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival, Saturday June 8th—2PM to 6PM Richmond Raceway Complex • Cider Under the Stars, Saturday August 10th—5PM-10PM Stony Point Fashion Park • Cover Bands & Craft Beer Festival, Saturday August 10th—5PM-11PM

First Fridays in Richmond On the first Friday of every month, you can enjoy art galleries, pop-up shops, food and entertainment on downtown’s Broad Street. Read about this monthly event here: www.VisitRichmondVA.com

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Join a Foodie and Craft Beverage Walking Tour Explore Carytown, Church Hill and the Arts District with a guide from River City Food Tours. Sip and eat your way through the heart of Richmond. Make a reservation at www.RiverCityFoodTours.com

Pack a Picnic and Head to Maymont Park We build our picnic basket at both Yellow Umbrella on Patterson Avenue and at the Libbie Market on Libbie Avenue before heading to Maymont Park. Learn about Maymont Park: www.maymont.org

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Eat Dessert How about this Waffle Sundae at The Dairy Bar in Scotts Addition?

Or enjoy a local-made ice cream sandwich from Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches and a frozen treat from King of Pops—found at many shops and restaurants throughout the city.

Watch the Sunset Our favorite place to watch the sunset is at Libby Hill Park. Enjoy the river and city view. Access the park from the intersection of N 28th Street and E Franklin Street.

Browse the Dine Wine & Stein website to read our collection of Richmond stories and tips. We hope to see you in Richmond this Summer. www.DineWineAndStein.com

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DW&S ADVENTURES:

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I am Memphis.

When you visit Memphis, the home of the blues becomes a part of your soul. From its rich history in shaping music as we know it to its modern breweries and eateries catapulting the birthplace of the Rock ‘n’ Roll into the future. You can enjoy an ice cold craft beer, indulge in mouth-watering ribs, and immerse yourself in the stories of how artists like Elvis Presley, BB King, and Johnny Cash made history.

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style beers like the Gotta Get Up To Get Down Coffee Milk Stout and Adjective Animal Double IPA, Wiseacre’s true stand out is their unique dive into specialty styles.

The rotation of styles like Altbier, German Rauchbier, and Dunkelweisse allows you to step outside of your craft beer

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comfort zone to experience something different. The Dr. Gibbler Smoked Helles has a beautiful smokey taste with the characteristics of a lager that rolls off your tongue and delivers a feeling of the old world into your mind. You can sit outside on the porch enjoying a variety of unique styles where the large communal tables encourage strangers to become friends, and funky tunes are piped straight from vinyl on a record player to set the mood. My one tip for Wiseacre is to expect the train horn if you are enjoying your beer outside, the conductor has a sense of humor!

With our first brewery stop complete, it was time to dive into the history of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

“...At Sun Studio in Memphis, Elvis Presley called to life what would soon be known as rock and roll with a voice that bore strains of the Grand Ole Opry and Beale Street, of country and the blues. At that moment, he ensured - instinctively, unknowingly - that pop music would never again be as simple as black and white.”

- David Fricke, “Rolling Stone,” 1986 While Graceland is the main tourist attraction of Memphis, our top choice of historical places to visit was

Sun Studio on Union Avenue. Have you ever stood where history was made? The feeling is overwhelming to know that something that shaped our musical history so profoundly happened right on the small piece of tape that marks the floor where you are standing. On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash stood within the white walls of Sun Studio during an impromptu Jam Session and recorded the “Million Dollar Quartet.” The greatest blues, gospel and country musicians in history had their start in Sun Studio, and you can take a 45 minute guided tour experiencing the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. There is no need for reservations, but you can purchase your ticket voucher in advance online. Tours are first-come-first-serve, but as you wait you can enjoy the soda shop vibe while you listen to the blues greats and browse the records for sale that hang on the walls.

A visit to Memphis wouldn’t be complete without devouring the infamous Memphis style slow smoked barbeque. The locals directed us to Central BBQ in Midtown to satisfy our craving for mouth-watering ribs.

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voted Best in Memphis every year since they opened.

Don’t let the armed guards scare you away, there is magic found behind the barbed wire fence in the form of juicy ribs smothered in sweet, smokey sauce and the spicy, cooked to perfection collard greens. With an extensive local craft beer selection to quench our thirst, we enjoyed the cafeteria style ordering and open seating that Central BBQ offered.

Just steps from Central BBQ Midtown you will find a gem of a brewery filled with Arcade games, board games, and daily food trucks. As if Memphis Made Brewing didn’t have a lot already going for them, they are also dog-friendly. Located in the hip up and coming CooperYoung district of Memphis this brewery has great beers and a great laid back atmosphere.

First, let’s talk about food trucks. The day we visited Memphis Made, there was a little hot dog cart outside. I’m not a live and die by the dog kind of gal, I could take them or leave them. To be honest, I was less than enthusiastic about having my only food choice to be a hot dog. After perusing the interesting menu, I realized that these are not ordinary dogs, and I proceeded to order a Memphis Belle. Locally made cheese dip, pickled onions, bacon, and Fritos. Fritos, ya’ll...Fritos on a hot dog. What have I been doing with my life that I haven’t been eating Fritos on my hot dogs? It was crunchy, it was salty, and it was the perfect compliment to a hot dog. This is just one more

reason why I love breweries. Not only do they have their own business, but they are lifting up other small businesses in the community like food trucks, and then I get to enjoy all that cheesy, hot-doggy, Frito-covered goodness. I don’t know who decided to make hot dogs fancy, but I salute thee.

Memphis Made produces three year-round beers alongside seasonal and limited run brews. Their flagship IPA, Cat Nap delights with notes of mango, pineapple, and peach with a light, crisp taste that begs you to fill your glass for another round. We also enjoyed their limited release of Huggy Bear brown ale that tastes like the warm embrace of a grizzly bear without all the sharp claws and the biting. I don’t know about you, but I’ll take two!

Memphis is a city that you can come for a day or come for a week and always find something new to experience.

You can explore tourist favorites like Graceland, the Civil Rights Museum, and have breakfast at the iconic Arcade after watching the Peabody Ducks waddle through the hotel lobby. You can watch the tigers lounging at the Memphis Zoo, chow down on the infamous dry rub Barbecue at Rendezvous and make your way through six delicious breweries and a distillery. There is something for everyone in the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll to enjoy. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and explore Memphis outside the gates of Graceland.

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Shenandoah Joe Coffee Roasters & Espresso Bar is dedicated to the craft of roasting coffee by hand in their 25 lb “San Franciscan” batch roaster. Shenandoah Joe uses only the finest Arabica coffee from all over the world. Shenandoah Joe serves Charlottesville with three locations and now with their new location in Harrisonburg.

ShenandoahJoe.com | FaceBook.com/ShenJoe | FaceBook.com/CornerJoe

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Founded in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Greens & Grains loves using what we have around us to make our restaurant great! We source our bread, milk, eggs, and more - FRESH from local farms. Try our monthly HOUSE produced specials. Come taste the difference fresh makes at Greens & Grains Café.

GreensAndGrainsVa.com | 540-433-1702 865 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

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Bluestone Vineyard is family owned and operated, and committed to crafting small-batch wines. The beautiful new event building, “The meeting House” is available for weddings, receptions, reunions, and much more.

BluestoneVineyard.com | 540-828-0099 4828 Spring Creek Road Bridgewater, VA 22812

F2 Surrounded by mountain views in every direction, we are the perfect location to enjoy a glass of award-winning wine from any one of our patios and covered porch. Our all-season venue is ideal for hosting you and your guests for any memorable event from your wedding ceremonies and receptions to rehearsal dinners or corporate events. Brix & Columns Vineyards is conveniently located near Massanutten, Harrisonburg, and Skyline Drive. Open 7 days a week, stop by to enjoy our great wines and great views.

BrixAndColumns.com | 540-421-0339 1501 Dave Berry Road, McGaheysville, VA 22840

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Valley Olive Leaf has FREE tastings daily! Delicious and fun, try before you buy fusti bar!

Over 45 All Natural Ultra Premium EVOO, Fused & Infused Olive Oils from around the world & Gourmet Modena Italy Balsamic Vinegars. Located just 5 miles east of Massanutten Resort.

Stop in and taste the difference! Super friendly atmosphere and amazing flavorful quality!

ValleyOliveLeaf.com | 540-209-6499 110 W Spotswood Ave., Elkton, VA 22827 PROUDLY SERVING BLUE ELK COFFEE!

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From Mexico right to the Valley, allow us to introduce you to a colorful cantina with real Mexican food - El Paso Mexican Grille. Lunch and drink specials offered daily and the Grande Margarita event every Thursday is a real crowd pleaser. Located between Massanutten Resort and Skyline Drive and open Tuesday thru Sunday. Eat Fresh! Eat Good! Bienvenidos and Enjoy!

From Napoli to You! Open 7 Days a Week.

101 Downey Knolls Drive, Elkton, VA 22827

(540) 298 -1205

ElPasoMexicanGrille.com | 540-298-8861 45 South Stuart Avenue, Elkton, VA 22827

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From Napoli to you! Located on Hwy 33 between Massanutten Resort and Skyline Drive, Ciro’s Italian Eatery has been a Valley favorite for more than 35 years. Our menu offerings include all things Italian from the perfect Neapolitan pizza to delicious pasta topped with our homemade sauces, featuring seafood and chicken. Our full bar and expansive wine list are a great accompaniment to whatever you choose. Rooms available for private parties and meetings.

CirosItalianEatery.com | 540-298-1205 101 Downey Knolls Drive, Elkton, VA 22827

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Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Corgans’ Publick House is an Irish-American pub specializing in Irish specialty dishes. Corgans’ was established in 2012 and has been a cozy, welcoming, Open 7 Days a Week. lively, pub for locals and travelers. We are committed to serving high-quality food to our guests. Try our famous Reuben, Fish n’ Chips, Cottage Pie, Corned Beef and Cabbage, Lamb Shank, Welsh Rarebit, 101 Downey Knolls Drive, Elkton, VA 22827 burgers, fresh salads, and on weekends – Brunch! We offer a diverse beer selection, wine, and (540) 298 -1205 Po’Boy, a full bar. Our pub features live music on Thursday and Friday evenings, as well as a traditional Irish cirositalianeatery.com session on Sunday mornings. Bring your family to dine at Harrisonburg’s only Irish pub! Cheers! Slainte!

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HARRISONBURG’S ONLY IRISH PUB GREAT FOOD & GREAT CHEERS Visit Our PROUDLY SERVING LIVE MUSIC ON THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS

CorgansPublickHouse.com | 540-564-2674 865 Port Republic Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801

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Mt. Crawford Creamery is a small family owned dairy farm and creamery. Mt. Crawford Creamery offers farm fresh milk and other dairy products made on-site. Our on-farm store offers 865 PORT REPUBLIC ROAD many other local products, such as eggs, coffee, and jams. Mt. Crawford Creamery is open to the HARRISONBURG, VA 22801 public six days a week and our products can be found in many local retails.

BLUE ELK COFFEE!

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MtCrawfordCreamery.com | 540-828-3590 795 Old Bridgewater Road, Mt. Crawford, VA 22841

F2 Smiley’s Ice Cream is where farm-fresh milk and cream, from Mt. Crawford Creamery, are turned into premium homemade ice cream. We pride our business on using local, fresh, and highest quality ingredients to make the best tasting, smoothest, ice cream possible. Our daily menu features 12 ice cream flavors and 4 sorbet flavors. We sell by the scoop, in bulk, as well as sundaes, milkshakes, splits, and floats.

SmileysIceCream.com | 540-271-2805 797 Old Bridgewater Road, Mt. Crawford, VA 22841

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Historic hometown hospitality never tasted so good. Located on Bridgewater’s main street in the famous Bridgewater Barbee House, The Cracked Pillar offers a fantastic menu of delectable pub food including their renowned “War Hammer Ruben Sandwich”. Combined with over 20 rotating taps, live music, and lots of Virginia wine, The Cracked Pillar is sure to be your pub of choice! Monday-Wednesday: 11am-10pm; Thursday-Sunday: 11am-12am.

TheCrackedPillar.com | 540-237-4563 403 North Main Street, Bridgewater VA 22812

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Swover Creek Farms and Brewery is an eclectic spot where you can enjoy a bit of country.

We are a farm to table operation with wood fired pizza, farm crafted sausages, brewery, pick your own berries and a 9 basket disc golf course. We are a Virginia Century Farm and your dogs and kids are welcome.

SwoverCreekFarms.com | 540-984-8973 4176 Swover Creek Road, Edinburg, VA 22824

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Located in Nelson County, Wild Wolf Brewing Co. is a made from scratch restaurant and brewery featuring local ingredients with vegetarian and gluten free options. Our specialties - hickory smoked meats and award winning beer! Bring the kids and your canine companions to Wild Wolf to experience the many unique features that makes this brewery a must-see destination. Our biergarten, shaded by Elm trees, features a gazebo, waterfalls, and a large koi pond. At Wild Wolf Brewing Co. we pride ourselves on providing exquisite food, award winning beer, and a memorable experience. Visit our website for current specials and events.

WildWolfBeer.com | 434-361-0088 2461 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA 22958

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Aioli Mediterranean Tapas has been receiving consistently outstanding reviews since renowned European Chef, Said Rhafiri, opened the restaurant. The menu is a combination of inventive small plates, called Tapas, and an excellent selection of entrees, all artfully presented. The interior of the restaurant is tasteful and comfortable with a space in the back for private parties. Aioli is open for dinner Tuesday - Saturday. The Bella Inn, located on the second floor of Aioli offers two suites for overnight guest or extended stay. Both suites are large and fully equipped.

AioliStaunton.com | 540-885-1414 29 N Augusta Street, Staunton, VA 24401

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Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Valley Pike Farm Market offers more than 300 craft beers and wines made exclusively in Virginia. Valley Pike Farm Market found its home in a centuryold historic bank barn and now serves the area with one of the widest selections of Virginia craft beverages and local foods, preservatives, and Virginia-made products in the state. Swing by to try some of Virginia’s finest wine and craft beer on tap, or visit our coffee shop and award-winning food trucks! Visit us at Valley Pike Farm Market to experience just how beautiful Virginia can be.

ValleyPikeFarmMarket.com | 540-453-4168 3494 Lee Hwy, Weyers Cave, VA 24486

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Located on the Higgs family’s former apple orchard, Barren Ridge Vineyards is now home to Augusta County’s premier winery. John and Shelby Higgs converted the 1890’s barn into a state-of-the-art winery, and offers 14 different varietals of wine, many of them award winning.

Open seven days a week.

BarrenRidgeVineyardsVA.com | 540-248-3300 984 Barren Ridge Road, Fisherville, VA 22939

F3 The area’s only venue for lakeside dining, Region’s 117 uses locally-sourced ingredients, most from within 117 miles, crafting a menu that has something for everyone. Region’s 117’s twist on American comfort food is made fresh and flavorful in an atmosphere unlike any other in the Shenandoah Valley. Region’s 117 is open Wednesday - Saturday from 11:30am to 9:00pm and Sundays from 11:00am-3:00pm.

Regions117.com | 540-699-3234 180 Bald Eagle Drive, Lake Frederick, VA 22630

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Best wines, best price – without the pretentiousness. Experience the newest wine experience at the Wine Mill in Winchester. Free daily tastings with the best wines sourced at every price point.

Teacher Tuesday’s – 10% off. First Responders – 10% off. Active military and veterans – 10% off.

And one of the nicest event spaces for your next tasting, event, or private gathering.

WineMillWinchester.com | 540-450-5881 135 Featherbed Lane, Winchester, VA 22601

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The National Sporting Library and Museum 2019 Polo Classic held at Great Meadow in The Plains, VA, September 15th is the NSLM’s sole fundraising event each year.

With an international lineup of teams, this event draws spectators from across the country.

Experience dynamic, high-goal polo, a traditional pre match parade featuring an honor guard and the Orange County Hounds, champagne divot stomp and hat contest.

All in support of the NSLM’s mission to preserve, promote, and share the literature, art, and culture of equestrian, angling, and field sports with proceeds funding annual exhibitions and educational programs.

Tickets on sale now, visit NationalSporting.org or call (540) 687-6542 x35 G2 Phillip Carter Winery For three centuries, our family has made our way of life in the rolling landscapes of Fauquier County, VA. We’ve proudly served as stewards of the Virginia Piedmont, a special place enriched with the cultural significance of sweeping historical importance. We invite you to share these meadows, forests, and gentle slopes lined with lush vineyards. Today, what was once a dream of a Founding Fathers has become a reality for all to share and enjoy. We proudly carry a historic family No stress, no pressure, just few magnificent wines. legacy as producers of the first internationally recognized fine wines in 1762 America. Our history is wine, and our future is to promote the gracious way of life through wine, art, and culture.

Escape the Madness!

PCWinery.com | 540-364-1203 4366 Stillhouse Road, Hume, VA 22639

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Magnolia Vineyards is located in Amissville in Rappahannock County, VA and nicknamed “Winery 251”, we are a real Mom & Pop Vineyard and Winery, our cozy, classic farmhouse style tasting room is open to the public for tastings Saturdays & Sundays from 11:30 - 5:30.

Magnolia Vineyards & Winery is located in Amissville, Va, just off scenic Route 211 in Rappahannock County. Owned by Glenn and Tina Marchione, we are a familyrun boutique winery and vineyard, making small lots of mostly Bordeaux varietals.

Quiet country peace, tranquility and great mountain views. Come relax in our cozy farmhouse tasting room or surrounding grounds. We offer our tastings paired with cheeses and chocolate. The Tasting Room is open year-round (check our website or Facebook page for current hours).

MagnoliaVineyards.com | 703-785-8190 200 Viewtown Road, Amissville, VA

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Valley View Farm is a family owned and operated agri-tourism destination and educational farm located in the northern Piedmont of VA. For five generations the Strother Family has served as stewards of Valley View with a continued commitment to producing and providing the finest farm to consumer artisan foods and craft beverages. Open seasonally, pick-your-own orchards include a variety of seasonal fruits, pumpkins and Christmas trees. Locavore Farm Market offers artisan baked goods, honey, organic vegetables and flowers, as well as beef, pork, lamb, turkey, chicken and eggs. Valley View is home to Strother Family Vineyards, Gnarled Orchard Hard Cidery, and Nobel Hive Meadery. We invite you to visit us on the Farm.

ValleyViewVa.com | 540-592-1021 1550 Leeds Manor Road, Delaplane, VA 20144

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This restaurant’s name is no accident, given Andrea Palladio’s influence on the Jeffersonian mansion here, and the presence of his masterpieces throughout the Veneto, home to Gianni and Silvanna Zonin, founders of this vineyard estate. Northern Italian in inspiration, yet creatively indebted to the most seasonal and local resources of the earth and sea, Palladio offers the handsomest gastronomic redemption there can be of the promise only the finest food and wine can extend – recalling one, recurrently, to the beauty of this world.

BarboursvilleWine.net | 540-832-7848 17655 Winery Road, Barboursville, VA 22923

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Located in Richmond’s up and coming Scott’s Addition, Virago Spirits is a craft distillery specializing in classically inspired and creatively interpreted rums, gins, brandies, and herbal liqueurs. Virago operates one of few Charentais-style alembic stills in the United States, and when combined with a time-honored, traditional production technique and slow distilling process Virago produces some of the most excellent spirits in Virginia. Our products are currently available at select ABC stores, through Special Order at VA ABC and at our distillery store. Visit our website for seasonal tasting hours. www.viragospirits.com.

ViragoSpirits.com | 804-355-8746 11727 Rhoadmiller Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220

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A Quick Cup of the Latest News‌ Wild Wolf Brewing Company opens its second Tap Room in Downtown Charlottesville, Virginia. The new Tap Room is located at 313 2nd Street and offers flights, pints and a new food menu.

1781 Brewing Company is named on the list of the 50 Fastest Growing US Craft Breweries in 2018. 1781 is known for Farmhouse Ales made historic Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA.

HARRISONBURG location now open!

64 South Mason

Charlottesville, Virginia 945 Preston Avenue 2214 Ivy Road - Townside Shopping Center UVA Corner - behind Corner Grocery

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City Works Eatery and Pour House is stated to open in the Capital One Building in Tysons, Virginia. This national chain, known for hosting at least 90 beers on tap, will pour at least 30 Virginia Craft Beers.

Fatty Smokes is a Barbecue Joint opening in Richmond, Virginia with 24 Taps and great BBQ. Visit this mecca of barbecue on Broad Street in RVA. Richbrau Brewing returns to RVA. A pioneer of Richmond brewing returns and is slated to open in July in Shockoe Bottom.

Magnolia Vineyards in Amissville, VA has opened its newly expanded tasting room. Magnolia has been open since 2009 and continues to expand each year.

In DW&S News, we have added a bi-monthly newsletter that includes chef recipes, special give-a-ways and promos. You can sign up for the newsletter at our updated website: www.DineWineAndStein.com

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Wild Wolf Brewing Companies’ original locaaon is strategically situated along the Brew Ridge Trail on Rt. 151. Our specialles - hickory smoked meats and award winning beer! Wild Wolf Brewing Company is a made from scratch restaurant and brewery featuring vegetarian and gluten free op oppons.

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