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Virginia Wine Country Recipes

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Chef Kwame Onwuachi’s Suya Recipe

Chef Kwame Onwuachi shares the Suya recipe, "the grandfather of American barbecue," from his acclaimed cookbook. [...]

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Making the Perfect French Croissant

Master baker Godfrey McKenzie of Dolce & Ciabatta shares his Butter Croissant recipe so you can make the perfect French [...]

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Dolce Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Master baker Godfrey McKenzie of Dolce & Ciabatta shares his Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe that will bring the holiday season [...]

Blackberry Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weekly dinner menu with this Blackberry Chicken Recipe from Charlottesville Chef and Entrepreneur Antwon Brinson. [...]

Chocolate Pecan Pie

Enjoy a modern twist on a traditional recipe with this Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe that showcases the flavors and textures [...]

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The Holiday Turkey Dinner

Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]

Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe

This Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe with Chickpeas, Cranberries and Quinoa is perfect for pleasing during the holidays! [...]

Potter’s Craft Cider

Starting out as two college friends with a shared passion for home-brewing, Potter's Craft Cider has grown to becoming one [...]

Making the Perfect French Croissant

Master baker Godfrey McKenzie of Dolce & Ciabatta shares his Butter Croissant recipe so you can make the perfect French [...]

Dolce Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe

Master baker Godfrey McKenzie of Dolce & Ciabatta shares his Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Recipe that will bring the holiday season [...]

Blackberry Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weekly dinner menu with this Blackberry Chicken Recipe from Charlottesville Chef and Entrepreneur Antwon Brinson. [...]

Chocolate Pecan Pie

Enjoy a modern twist on a traditional recipe with this Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe that showcases the flavors and textures [...]

The Holiday Turkey Dinner

Toast to the holiday season with Tips for Pairing Virginia Wine with Holiday Dinners. Discover the best Virginia wines to [...]

Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe

This Stuffed Butternut Squash Recipe with Chickpeas, Cranberries and Quinoa is perfect for pleasing during the holidays! [...]

Potter’s Craft Cider

Starting out as two college friends with a shared passion for home-brewing, Potter's Craft Cider has grown to becoming one [...]

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Virginia Ham Biscuit Recipe

Our Virginia Ham Biscuit Recipe with recommended spreads is perfect for a Virginia tailgate or equestrian event. [...]

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.

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Virginia Wine Country Tasting Rooms

Blenheim Vineyards Launches Oenoverse Club

Charlottesville’s Blenheim Vineyards launches the Oenoverse Club, an inclusive space to help people experience wine in a community setting. [...]

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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. [...]

Shenandoah Valley Wineries Captivate Wine Experts

Take a tour around the Shenandoah Valley and experience the wine industry's rapidly rising star viticulture area. [...]

Fabbioli Cellars

For Doug Fabbioli of Fabbioli Cellars in Leesburg, Virginia, what began as a job bloomed into a passion and career [...]

Top Rosé Wines To Taste This Summer

Learn all about the process of making rosé wines and the best rosés coming out of Virginia wineries in the [...]

Discover Crosskeys Vineyards

Located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley lies CrossKeys Vineyards—a fine wine and dining experience amongst the Blue Ridge [...]

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RdV Vineyards’ Study of Bordeaux

Owner and vigneron, Rutger de Vink uses the unique terroir near Paris, Virginia, to recreate magnificent Bordeaux wines at RdV [...]

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Early Mountain Vineyards’ New Winemaker

Wine & Country celebrates elevated living in Virginia Wine Country. Wine & Country Life is a semi-annual luxury print magazine with a [...]

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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.

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Meet the Makers

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.