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A Farm-to-Table Dinner at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards

A fall equinox farm-to-table dinner takes place at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards. Learn all about their locally-produced wine and food. [...]

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A Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville

This Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville shares tips on what to bring and wear to the Foxfield Races in the fall and spring. [...]

Spiced Apple Galette Recipe

Embrace autumn with this Spiced Apple Galette Recipe, a French bakery classic full of fresh apples and fall flavors. [...]

A Guide to Beer Tasting

With this Guide to Beer Tasting, you'll learn more about the differences and similarities, as well as the flavor profiles of craft beer. [...]

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Gold Medal Botanical Art in Virginia

Virginia Artist Lara Call Gastinger shares her Gold Medal Botanical Art as it pairs science with art while magnifying nature's beauty. [...]

Best Breweries with Food Near Charlottesville

Explore some of Central Virginia's Best Breweries with Food Near Charlottesville and enjoy all of the other offerings while there. [...]

A Vineyard Retirement in Virginia

See what wealth management tips Investment Manager Sean Miller shares for a Vineyard Retirement in Virginia. [...]

Roseland Polo

Learn about David King's polo legacy at King Family Vineyards, what to expect at a Virginia polo match and the rules of the game of polo. [...]

A Farm-to-Table Dinner at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards

A fall equinox farm-to-table dinner takes place at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards. Learn all about their locally-produced wine and food. [...]

Spiced Apple Galette Recipe

Embrace autumn with this Spiced Apple Galette Recipe, a French bakery classic full of fresh apples and fall flavors. [...]

A Guide to Beer Tasting

With this Guide to Beer Tasting, you'll learn more about the differences and similarities, as well as the flavor profiles of [...]

Best Breweries with Food Near Charlottesville

Explore some of Central Virginia's Best Breweries with Food Near Charlottesville and enjoy all of the other offerings while there. [...]

Veritas Vineyards & Winery’s English Heritage

Learn how Veritas Vineyards & Winery's English heritage shines through and how they continue to deliver superior winemaking in British style. [...]

Loudoun Wineries to Visit

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3 Summer Salad Recipes

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Watermelon & Feta Salad Recipe

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A Vineyard Retirement in Virginia

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Host Your Own Virginia Wine Dinner

Be inspired by this seasonal spread for entertaining and hosting your own farm-to-table dinner at a Virginia winery. [...]

Expert Tips on Buying A Greenhouse

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Modern, Rustic Home Design

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Flower Arranging Space Inspiration from Charlotte Moss

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Albemarle Garden Week Tour Highlight

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The Allée, Greenhouse & Topiaries at Oak Spring Farm

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A Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville

This Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville shares tips on what to bring and wear to the Foxfield Races in [...]

Artist Lara Gastinger

Gold Medal Botanical Art in Virginia

Virginia Artist Lara Call Gastinger shares her Gold Medal Botanical Art as it pairs science with art while magnifying nature's beauty. [...]

Roseland Polo

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Northern Virginia Polo

The Virginia United Polo League and professional player Nacho Figueras bring the prestigious sport of polo to Northern Virginia. [...]

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On Virginia Waters

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas

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In the Studio with S. Ross Browne

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On Stage with the Chamomile & Whiskey Band

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Wineries with Lodging in Central Virginia

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Virginia Gold Cup Horse Race

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Spring Attractions in Northern Virginia

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6 Ways to Explore D.C.’s Wine Country

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A Weekend Guide to Visiting Gordonsville

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Cozy B&Bs for Wine Lovers in Northern Virginia

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Holidays in Loudoun’s Wine Country

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Five Charming Places to Visit in Loudoun

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🍇🍷 Carl DiManno, the esteemed President and winemaker of 868 Estate Vineyards @868estate shares his contributions to Virginia's growing wine region in the newest issue of Wine & Country Life.
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🍇🍷 Carl DiManno, the esteemed President and winemaker of 868 Estate Vineyards @868estate shares his contributions to Virginia's growing wine region in the newest issue of Wine & Country Life. . Click the link to our digital issue and head to page 32 to meet the winemaker of this Virginia Governor's Cup winning winery: https://wineandcountrylife.com/read-the-current-issue/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #vawine #vabeer #vaartisan #lifestylemagazine #virginiavendors #locallymade #supportlocal #readlocal #livelovelocal #wine #artisan #Virginiaartisan #868vineyards #CarlDiManno #868EstateVineyards #vawinery #vineyardwedding #vineyard #wine #winelovers #monticellowinetrail #monticelloava #winebar

🏡 👩‍🌾 Year-round gardening requires the perfect environment for your particular growing needs, and as autumn quickly approaches, a greenhouse might be just for you!
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🏡 👩‍🌾 Year-round gardening requires the perfect environment for your particular growing needs, and as autumn quickly approaches, a greenhouse might be just for you! . Learn the many benefits of owning a greenhouse and read all of the expert vegetable gardening tips from Alitex USA @alitexusa in our Greenhouse Growing Calendar article: https://wineandcountrylife.com/greenhouse-growing-calendar/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #garden #gardening #nature #flowers #plants #gardendesign #photography #gardenlife #flower #travel #naturephotography #art #greenhousegrowing #beautiful #green #plant #gardeninspiration #greenhouse #alitex #alitexusa

🐎 The The Foxfield Races @foxfieldraces are coming up on October 3rd! With only weeks left until the Family Day races, we are sharing our Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville article, which takes you through what to wear, where to park, how to tailgate and so much more at the Foxfield races!
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🐎 The The Foxfield Races @foxfieldraces are coming up on October 3rd! With only weeks left until the Family Day races, we are sharing our Guide to the Foxfield Races in Charlottesville article, which takes you through what to wear, where to park, how to tailgate and so much more at the Foxfield races! . Click the link to head to the online article: https://wineandcountrylife.com/foxfield-races/ . 📷 by R.L. Johnson . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaequestrian #virginiahorseracing #steeplechase #horseracing #horse #thoroughbred #equestrian #equine #equestrianfashion #equestrianstyle #horseriding #equestrianlife #eventing #horsebackriding #ponies #horseshows #vahorsecountry #Foxfield #Foxfieldfamilyday #Foxfieldraces

🌻 🎨 Need plans for the weekend? The Van Gogh Immersive Experience, Van Gogh Expo @vangogh.experience, is a once-in-a-lifetime event that you truly don't want to miss! From now until January 2022, experience a visually rich event that takes you on a 10 minute journey alongside the artist himself. . Purchase your tickets and find more information about this interactive Virtual Reality excursion on our events calendar: https://wineandcountrylife.com/events-calendar/ .
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🌻 🎨 Need plans for the weekend? The Van Gogh Immersive Experience, Van Gogh Expo @vangogh.experience, is a once-in-a-lifetime event that you truly don't want to miss! From now until January 2022, experience a visually rich event that takes you on a 10 minute journey alongside the artist himself. . Purchase your tickets and find more information about this interactive Virtual Reality excursion on our events calendar: https://wineandcountrylife.com/events-calendar/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #virginialiving #eventscalendar #wineandcountryevents #Virginiawinecountry #winecountryevents #Virginiaevents #vangogh #vangoghimmersiveexperience #vangoghexperience

🏠 Get inspired by a tranquil modern oasis designed by Charlottesville-based @heds_architects. Our online article allows you to Tour a Sustainable Modern Home that exudes oneness with its environment.
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🏠 Get inspired by a tranquil modern oasis designed by Charlottesville-based @heds_architects. Our online article allows you to Tour a Sustainable Modern Home that exudes oneness with its environment. . Click the link below (and in bio!) to take the tour: https://wineandcountrylife.com/tour-a-sustainable-modern-home/ . 📷 by @radifera Architect: @heds_architects Builder: @peterjohnsonbuilders Florals: @southern_blooms Plants: @ivynursery . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #virginialiving #home #vahome #virginiahome #homedecor #designinspo #renovations #homereno #living #sustainableliving #ecohome #greenliving #modernhome #countryliving #mountainviews #lifeandstyle #livelocal #lifeandstylemagazine #homeinspo #homeandgarden #homedesign #vabuilder #vagardeners #gardeners #vaarchitect

🎸 Rockbridge Guitars @rockbridgeguitar founders Brian Calhoun and Randall Ray share their journey to handcrafting top-of-the-line guitars in the newest edition of Wine & Country Life. . Read all about one of the premier boutique guitar companies in the world on page 110 of the new digital issue: https://wineandcountrylife.com/read-the-current-issue/ .
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🎸 Rockbridge Guitars @rockbridgeguitar founders Brian Calhoun and Randall Ray share their journey to handcrafting top-of-the-line guitars in the newest edition of Wine & Country Life. . Read all about one of the premier boutique guitar companies in the world on page 110 of the new digital issue: https://wineandcountrylife.com/read-the-current-issue/ . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountrymagazine #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #virginialiving #supportlocal #virginiamakers #localfood #localculture #vaartisan #vaartists #vamusic #locallymade #localartist #virginiavendors #rockbridgeguitars #handmade #handmadeguitars

🐶 🐾 Hand-painted in two different sizes, these beautiful blue and white chinoiserie pet dishes are perfectly suited to fit every furry friend! . Order your own set today online or visit us in our shop in Ivy for a functional yet elegant addition to your home decor: https://wineandcountryshop.com/collections/home-garden/products/blue-chinoiserie-pet-bowl .
Shop address: 4282 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
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🐶 🐾 Hand-painted in two different sizes, these beautiful blue and white chinoiserie pet dishes are perfectly suited to fit every furry friend! . Order your own set today online or visit us in our shop in Ivy for a functional yet elegant addition to your home decor: https://wineandcountryshop.com/collections/home-garden/products/blue-chinoiserie-pet-bowl . Shop address: 4282 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903 UPDATED SHOP HOURS: 10 - 5, Tuesday - Friday . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #charlottesville #virginia #ilovevirginia #visitvirginia #virginialiving #virginiaisforlovers #livelocal #shopcville #shoplocal #boutique #shop #wineandcountryshop #virginiashop #locallymade #ivyvirginia #visitva #petbowl #chinoiserie #virginiapets

🏆 Congratulations to Albemarle CiderWorks @albciderworks for their wins at the Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition @glintcap! 🥇 The family-owned Virginia cidery was awarded three gold, five silver, and one bronze medal, as well as a 1st Place, Best in Class Gold for their Heritage cider, “1817.

🏆 Congratulations to Albemarle CiderWorks @albciderworks for their wins at the Great Lakes International Cider & Perry Competition @glintcap! 🥇 The family-owned Virginia cidery was awarded three gold, five silver, and one bronze medal, as well as a 1st Place, Best in Class Gold for their Heritage cider, “1817." . Read more about the award-winning cidery and others in the Central Virginia area in our online article: https://wineandcountrylife.com/cideries-in-central-virginia/ . 📷 Albermarle CiderWorks . . #wineandcountrylife #wineandcountry #Virginiacidery #GreatLakesInternationalCiderandPerryCompetition #glintcap #cidercompetition #AlbemarleCiderWorks #cider

🏆 The 2021 James Beard Foundation Awards @beardfoundation are taking place on September 27th at 8 pm. The awards will be broadcast live on Twitter and are hosted by Chef and Author Kwame Onwuachi @chefkwameonwuachi. Onwuachi recently presented Family Reunion, an event that celebrated diversity at Salamander Hotels & Resorts @salamanderresort. Tune into the event which will highlight inspiring stories from the restaurant industry!
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🏆 The 2021 James Beard Foundation Awards @beardfoundation are taking place on September 27th at 8 pm. The awards will be broadcast live on Twitter and are hosted by Chef and Author Kwame Onwuachi @chefkwameonwuachi. Onwuachi recently presented Family Reunion, an event that celebrated diversity at Salamander Hotels & Resorts @salamanderresort. Tune into the event which will highlight inspiring stories from the restaurant industry! ・・・ #Repost Kwame Onwuachi @chefkwameonwuachi with @get.repost ・・・ . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #virginialiving #eventscalendar #wineandcountryevents #Virginiawinecountry #winecountryevents #Virginiaevents #jbfa

🍺 Hoppy National Beer Lovers Day! We are so lucky to have so many craft breweries in the Central Virginia area! Do you have a favorite brewery? What about a favorite type of beer? Let us know in the comments below!
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🍺 Hoppy National Beer Lovers Day! We are so lucky to have so many craft breweries in the Central Virginia area! Do you have a favorite brewery? What about a favorite type of beer? Let us know in the comments below! . . #wineandcountry #wineandcountrylife #living #lifeandstyle #lifestylemagazine #virginia #virginialiving #NationalBeerLoversDay #Virginiawinecountry #Virginiabeer #breweryva #craftbeer #northernvabreweries #beerloversday

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