dining & farm to table food
Allens Scottish Shortbread
Meet the bakers and entrepreneurs of Allens Scottish Shortbread. This delicious treat, many infused with Harney & Sons Teas, [...]
Virginia Wineries with Fine Dining
Read about the top Virginia wineries with fine dining experiences, events and gorgeous Virginia Wine Country views. [...]
Virginia Oysters
The Virginia oyster is a historic traditional dish in the Commonwealth. Rappahannock Oyster Co catches chesapeake oyster fresh out of [...]
The Cheese Nuns
Our Lady of the Angels Monstery in Charlottesville is an integral part of the Farm to Table movement. Their gouda [...]
Pairings for Holiday Ham Dinners
Enjoy these tried-and-true pairings for holiday ham dinners, from wine and flowers to side dish ideas and local recipes. [...]
The Holiday Turkey Dinner
Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]
Wine Dinner at Veritas Vineyards & Winery
Veritas Vineyards' Supper Series is a delicious way to enjoy a wine dinner in summer. Year round special winery events [...]
Kwame Onwuachi Presents The Family Reunion
Celebrity Chef Kwame Onwuachi presented the second annual The Family Reunion event at Salamander Hotel & Spa in Middleburg. [...]
Virginia Wineries with Fine Dining
Read about the top Virginia wineries with fine dining experiences, events and gorgeous Virginia Wine Country views. [...]
Virginia Oysters
The Virginia oyster is a historic traditional dish in the Commonwealth. Rappahannock Oyster Co catches chesapeake oyster fresh out of [...]
The Cheese Nuns
Our Lady of the Angels Monstery in Charlottesville is an integral part of the Farm to Table movement. Their gouda [...]
Pairings for Holiday Ham Dinners
Enjoy these tried-and-true pairings for holiday ham dinners, from wine and flowers to side dish ideas and local recipes. [...]
The Holiday Turkey Dinner
Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]
Wine Dinner at Veritas Vineyards & Winery
Veritas Vineyards' Supper Series is a delicious way to enjoy a wine dinner in summer. Year round special winery events [...]
Kwame Onwuachi Presents The Family Reunion
Celebrity Chef Kwame Onwuachi presented the second annual The Family Reunion event at Salamander Hotel & Spa in Middleburg. [...]
Dinner and Wine at CrossKeys Vineyards
Enjoy delicious food at CrossKeys Vineyards. International cuisine at a Virginia winery paired with award winning wine makes eating food [...]
Wine Country Fine Dining
Discover fresh and innovative dining in Virginia Wine Country. Our local experts take you into the kitchen with leading chefs and artisan farmers who are growing fine produce and meats. Restaurants to love range from barbecue stands to the fabulous triple Michelin-starred Inn at Little Washington. The common factor between these establishments is consistent excellence in food and hospitality. Dining at a winery is an exceptional experience in this beautiful region. Winemakers are intimately connected to the terroir. They have skilled palates and excel at pairing local foods with the most delicious wines, bringing out the best in food and beverage. Take the opportunity to dine in the natural beauty of the vineyards. Virginia Wine Country is an agricultural region, so fresh fruits from orchards, vegetables, pasture-raised meats and artisan foods from honey to handmade breads create a wonderful feast wherever you choose for dining. Go behind the scenes with us to meet chefs, farmers, gardeners, beekeepers, bakers and more. .
Virginia Wine Country Tasting Rooms
Virginia’s Sparkling Wines and Pét-Nats
From the French term "pétillant naturel," Pét-Nats are sparkling wine being embraced by Virginia winemakers for their approachability. [...]
Best Virginia Wines in 2024
Learn about the best wines of Virginia, including the 2023 Virginia Governor's Cup winning wine, DelFosse Vineyards & Winery's Screaming [...]
2024 Governor’s Cup Case
Read all about the top 12 wines from the Governor's Cup competition, the Virginia wineries that made them and where [...]
Gold Medal Wines of the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup
A comprehensive list of the Virginia Wineries and their wines that won gold medals in the 2024 Governor's Cup Competition. [...]
Expert Wine Tasting Tips
Your guide to tasting wine. Virginia Wine Country author and expert Richard Leahy leads a step-by-step wine tasting. [...]
Virginia Wineries with Fine Dining
Read about the top Virginia wineries with fine dining experiences, events and gorgeous Virginia Wine Country views. [...]
Prince Michel Winery’s New Vision
Prince Michel Winery & Vineyard is one of the oldest Virginia wineries. With a new CEO and winemaker, Prince Michel [...]
News Bits: American Single Malt Officially Recognized
Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. American Single Malt Whiskey is now recognized as an [...]
Best Virginia Wines in 2024
Learn about the best wines of Virginia, including the 2023 Virginia Governor's Cup winning wine, DelFosse Vineyards & Winery's Screaming [...]
2024 Governor’s Cup Case
Read all about the top 12 wines from the Governor's Cup competition, the Virginia wineries that made them and where [...]
Gold Medal Wines of the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup
A comprehensive list of the Virginia Wineries and their wines that won gold medals in the 2024 Governor's Cup Competition. [...]
Expert Wine Tasting Tips
Your guide to tasting wine. Virginia Wine Country author and expert Richard Leahy leads a step-by-step wine tasting. [...]
Virginia Wineries with Fine Dining
Read about the top Virginia wineries with fine dining experiences, events and gorgeous Virginia Wine Country views. [...]
Prince Michel Winery’s New Vision
Prince Michel Winery & Vineyard is one of the oldest Virginia wineries. With a new CEO and winemaker, Prince Michel [...]
News Bits: American Single Malt Officially Recognized
Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. American Single Malt Whiskey is now recognized as an [...]
News Bits: Common Wealth Crush Opens in Waynesboro
Discover the top wine & food news from Virginia in 2023. Common Wealth Crush Co has opened its tasting room [...]
OUR FABULOUS FOOD & DRINK PARTNERS
Our Fabulous Food & Drink Partners
We are so pleased to have the support of our region’s best locally owned businesses. When it comes to premier Virginia wines, ciders, breweries, and more, we are so proud of the industry leaders included here. We invite you to live locally by supporting our Virginia partners.
VIEW ALL OF OUR FABULOUS PARTNERS HEREVirginia Wine Country Recipes
Virginia Ham Biscuit Recipe
Our Virginia Ham Biscuit Recipe with recommended spreads is perfect for a Virginia tailgate or equestrian event. [...]
Multi-Grain Risotto Recipe
Charlottesville Chef at Quirk Hotel shares his Multi-Grain Risotto Recipe. See how this dish can be seasonalized and personalized. [...]
How to Pair Wine & Chocolate
Learn more about How to Pair Wine & Chocolate from Charlottesville chocolatier Tim Gearhart of Gearharts Fine Chocolate. [...]
Pappardelle Alla Ragu
Award-winning Italian restaurant Tavola shares their recipe for homemade pappardelle alla ragu from their 10th anniversary cookbook. [...]
Pairings for Holiday Ham Dinners
Enjoy these tried-and-true pairings for holiday ham dinners, from wine and flowers to side dish ideas and local recipes. [...]
Ringing in With Healthy New Year Dishes
Ring in the New Year with these healthy takes on the traditional holiday dishes, black eyed peas, collard greens, and [...]
Elegant Vegan Holiday Dinner Recipes
Create a healthy vegan Holiday dinner with wine country elegance and style this season that will please all your guests. [...]
The Holiday Turkey Dinner
Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]
Multi-Grain Risotto Recipe
Charlottesville Chef at Quirk Hotel shares his Multi-Grain Risotto Recipe. See how this dish can be seasonalized and personalized. [...]
How to Pair Wine & Chocolate
Learn more about How to Pair Wine & Chocolate from Charlottesville chocolatier Tim Gearhart of Gearharts Fine Chocolate. [...]
Pappardelle Alla Ragu
Award-winning Italian restaurant Tavola shares their recipe for homemade pappardelle alla ragu from their 10th anniversary cookbook. [...]
Pairings for Holiday Ham Dinners
Enjoy these tried-and-true pairings for holiday ham dinners, from wine and flowers to side dish ideas and local recipes. [...]
Ringing in With Healthy New Year Dishes
Ring in the New Year with these healthy takes on the traditional holiday dishes, black eyed peas, collard greens, and [...]
Elegant Vegan Holiday Dinner Recipes
Create a healthy vegan Holiday dinner with wine country elegance and style this season that will please all your guests. [...]
The Holiday Turkey Dinner
Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]
Honey Bourbon Cider Cocktail Recipe
This delicious drink is a sweet Bourbon Cider Cocktail recipe using Virginia cider from Potter's Craft Cider. [...]
Wine Country Recipes
Virginia’s most respected chefs, mixologists, sommeliers, food artisans and winemakers are making it easy for you to prepare gourmet meals in your own home kitchen with paired wines. From fresh ideas for vineyard picnics to elegant dishes for intimate parties with family and friends, we’ve curated a collection of delectable recipes using fresh Virginia foods along with expert suggestions for the perfect Virginia wine, craft beer and local spirits from respected sommeliers and chefs throughout Virginia’s best vineyard AVAs spanning the Blue Ridge foothills from Lynchburg to Leesburg with Charlottesville’s Monticello Wine Trail and Middleburg between.
Virginia Wine Country Craft Beverages
Catoctin Creek Distillery
Virginia Wine & Country celebrates elevated living in Virginia Wine Country. Virginia Wine & Country Life is a semi-annual luxury [...]
Growing Hops in Virginia
Blue Mountain Brewery's hops master Stan Driver talks through the trials and successes of growing hops in Virginia. [...]
1865 Brewing Co
Founded in 2021, 1865 Brewing Co is Hampton Road's first black-owned brewery, coffee bar and meeting place. [...]
Tradition at Castle Hill Cider
Castle Hill Cider in Virginia was established in 2010 with the intent to pay homage to its history by reviving [...]
Charlottesville Cideries
Find your next adventure at a Charlottesville cidery. Charlottesville area cideries offer exceptional Virginia ciders, mountain views, food, events, festivals [...]
Best Wines of Virginia in 2022
Learn about the best wines of Virginia, including the 2022 Virginia Governor's Cup winning wine, Cana Vineyards' 2019 Unitè Reserve. [...]
Potter’s Craft Cider
Read about how these two friends grew Potter's Craft Cider in Charlottesville into one of Virginia's most popular cideries. [...]
Starr Hill Brews Anew
Find out how Brewmaster Robbie O'Cain of Starr Hill Brews Anew and continues to leave his mark on a growing [...]
Growing Hops in Virginia
Blue Mountain Brewery's hops master Stan Driver talks through the trials and successes of growing hops in Virginia. [...]
1865 Brewing Co
Founded in 2021, 1865 Brewing Co is Hampton Road's first black-owned brewery, coffee bar and meeting place. [...]
Tradition at Castle Hill Cider
Castle Hill Cider in Virginia was established in 2010 with the intent to pay homage to its history by reviving [...]
Charlottesville Cideries
Find your next adventure at a Charlottesville cidery. Charlottesville area cideries offer exceptional Virginia ciders, mountain views, food, events, festivals [...]
Best Wines of Virginia in 2022
Learn about the best wines of Virginia, including the 2022 Virginia Governor's Cup winning wine, Cana Vineyards' 2019 Unitè Reserve. [...]
Potter’s Craft Cider
Read about how these two friends grew Potter's Craft Cider in Charlottesville into one of Virginia's most popular cideries. [...]
Starr Hill Brews Anew
Find out how Brewmaster Robbie O'Cain of Starr Hill Brews Anew and continues to leave his mark on a growing [...]
How to Taste Craft Beer
With this Guide to Beer Tasting, you'll learn more about the differences and similarities, as well as the flavor profiles [...]
VIRGINIA WINE COUNTRY Events & Festivals
Explore Virginia’s Many Tasting Events
Looking for something to do this weekend? Virginia is blessed with events and festivals happening all year round. There are celebrations centered around wine, craft beer, arts, maple syrup, horse racing, home and garden tours, barn tours, vineyard experiences and so much more. We have collected many of the areas not-to-be-missed happenings right here to help you explore and celebrate the Wine & Country Life.
EXPLORE ALL UPCOMING EVENTSMeet the Makers
Allens Scottish Shortbread
Meet the bakers and entrepreneurs of Allens Scottish Shortbread. This delicious treat, many infused with Harney & Sons Teas, [...]
How to Pair Wine & Chocolate
Learn more about How to Pair Wine & Chocolate from Charlottesville chocolatier Tim Gearhart of Gearharts Fine Chocolate. [...]
The Cheese Nuns
Our Lady of the Angels Monstery in Charlottesville is an integral part of the Farm to Table movement. Their gouda [...]
We are honored to have the support of some of the finest locally owned businesses throughout the area. Our region is home to a rich farm-to-table heritage, from James Beard nominated chefs and the lovely Inn at Little Washington, a 3 Star Michelin-rated restaurant, to award-winning winemakers and beer masters. You can count on our curated collection of partners for the best in all things food and drink. Live locally by supporting our Virginia partners.
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