This edition of the Weekly Insider features a round-up of seasonal drink releases around RVA, our guide to the best ways to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend while still social distancing, and the opportunity for YOU to tell US what kind of content you want to see from us moving forward.
Read MoreThis edition of the Weekly Insider is packed to the brim with restaurants that have reopened, craft booze pick-up and delivery updates, and virtual events (plus some non-virtual, real-life events! Remember those?) to keep you anything but bored in the coming week.
Read MoreWe hope you’re all staying healthy and healthy as we wait out this stay-at-home order (which, as you’ll read below, will be lifting in phases in weeks to come!). We’ve gathered some new carry-out and delivery options for you, along with the top virtual events happening in May, to help keep things from getting too boring in quarantine. But first, some big news: The Richmond Experience is growing!
Read MoreThis Saturday would have been the Kentucky Derby, so if you feel inclined, hit up Perch or Hogshead Cafe for a Mint Julep cocktail to go (Hogshead will even make it a double for the same price)! Next week, Taco Tuesday collides with Cinco De Mayo and you can count on RVA to celebrate in a socially-distant fashion. Get ahead by working off your tacos before you indulge with Sports Backer’s Virtual Taco Trot 5k. And lastly, Mother’s Day is just over a week away and we are help with a local gift guide. Our giveaway this week will keep your bevy cool as the temps warm up and our member perk is pretty adventurous. Onward…
Read MoreRVA Bike Month is officially underway, and there is plenty to do from your home base. This week also marks Earth Day and National Picnic Day, so basically, we are saying it’s time to get outside! Find out which business launched amid the pandemic, get more cocktail resources, and check out a special drive-through market this weekend. Plus, discover Richmond with our giveaway and score some ‘za with a tasty member perk. Onward…
Read MoreFor some of you, this week marks roughly one month of working from home. By now you may have somewhat, or fully, adjusted to the new normal and we hope things feel a little easier these days. While the current stay at home order is through June 10, the statewide closure of certain non-essential businesses was only in place til April 23, but as of 2pm today that has been extended to May 8. We are sending out our thoughts to all our friends and partners being impacted.
Read MoreWith the weather warming up, and the sun shining, it’s the perfect time to get some exercise by walking or biking! Residents in the Fan are making this experience a little more exciting by placing stuffed animals in their yards, gardens, and even perched in trees, as if folks passing by are on a safari ride. Need a bike? We’ve got more on that below. This week we’ve got contactless outdoor adventures, a few more closures, chocolate, and cocktails to go!? Plus free concert tickets and a giveaway perfect for your next happy hour. Onward…
Read MoreOur local restaurants and breweries continue to amaze us, and this week that includes free tp with your order. They also haven’t forgotten that Easter is around the corner, and the Easter bunny is prepared to treat adults too. Plus more feel-good community news and the usual suspects — a giveaway and updated events calendar!
Read MoreThis week we’ve got some feel-good community news, a creative move by a local taco joint, a few closures, and some fun ways to kill time. Plus virtual events are starting to pop-up on our event calendar and a caffeinated giveaway! Onward…
Read MoreBefore we dive in, we feel it’s important to remind everyone why social distancing for the next seven days is so critical. Together, we can shape the trajectory of the coronavirus in the US so please do your part to #flattenthecurve. If you are still on the fence about whether or not the US is overreacting, check out this video from our friends over in Italy. It’s what they would have told themselves 10 days prior, and being that we are about 10 days behind them on the coronavirus timeline it seems we should listen up.
Read MoreWhat a week in Richmond! On the one hand, the weather has been beautiful, so we’ve been spending more time outside, and on the other, you can’t open your social media accounts without seeing at least a dozen or more mentions of COVID-19 aka Coronavirus. Should we be worried? What will happen? Only time will tell, but we’re personally keeping our eye on reputable sources, including Virginia Department of Health, the Center for Disease Control, and the World Health Organization.
Read MoreThis week we are diving into food news, including another sushi spot coming to Scott’s Addition, cider in Shockoe, and a sneak peek at the forthcoming food hall! Plus, it’s the most wonderful time of the year — Richmond Brunch Weekend! Grab your gang and make a reservation. The Flamingo Brunch at Bar Solita (pictured above) is a solid option. As always, we’ve got a giveaway and this one is so Instagrammable, plus a mouthwatering member perk and a fully loaded calendar. Onward…
Read MoreSelf-care seems to be the theme this week with Scents of Serenity Organic Spa opening their newest location next week plus two more health and wellness spots to explore. Food news is a little sweet and a little salty with a new bakery, pho, rootfop news, and a closure. Meanwhile events and happenings are heating up with St Patrick’s Day just around the corner and our Ultimate Spring Festival Guide out. Onward….
Read MoreMany exciting things are coming up in Richmond so we can’t wait to dive in this week. We’ve got an update on Scott’s Market, some big news from Hardywood, and a sneak peek at brand new renderings of the forthcoming Common House. If that’s not enough, the event calendar is packed and we are giving away two VIP tickets to the Virginia Wine Expo. Onward…
Read MoreIt’s another exciting week in Richmond with Spring on the horizon, more food news, and exciting happenings! So without further ado…
Read MoreFirst things first, we are so excited to bring back our Ultimate Restaurant Guide!! We heard your feedback, updated the list, and you can dive in here! This was our first guide on our original website and while our new site has many of these categories broken down into their own guides, we get that sometimes you just need an all-encompassing list so here it is. Beyond that, we’ve got sushi and taco news this week, Black History month is officially underway, and we’re giving away a pair of tickets to the River City Spirits Festival! Onward…
Read MoreIn this week’s news we’re covering all the new collaborations coming out for the Richmond Flying Squirrels and it has us dreaming of Spring. But before we get too ahead of ourselves, this Saturday is Eat National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day and we certainly don’t want to skip that. Find out how one local shop is celebrating plus we’ve got city updates and a caffeinated giveaway. Onward…
Read MoreJust when we thought Richmond couldn’t be growing any faster, there’s not one but TWO huge developments announced. From a casino to a surf park, our heads are reeling from all the plans. Plus we’ve got lots of coffee updates and another eatertainment headed to Scott’s Addition. Onward…
Read MoreLast week we asked members to share their goals for 2020 and we were overwhelmed by the response. THANK YOU for sharing your goals with us! Many are hoping to read more books, spend less time aimlessly scrolling, be more present, be more fit, run a race, and eat more vegetables. No matter which goals you set, we hope you accomplish them and if you need any resources or recommendations please do not hesitate to reach out. Now let’s dive in for this week. Brookland Park is seeing some exciting development and we’ve got a drool-worthy giveaway. Happy reading…
Read MoreThis week we’ve got your official watch list for 2020. What’s coming up, when it’s expected to open, and what you need to know. If you’re doing dry January, check out this alternative taproom instead. Plus a cool plant giveaway and a big rebate if you’re looking to move this year. Let’s dive in…
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