3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (76+ words) Richmond’s BMX scene is on a roll Pedal Pushers With public tracks, local teams, and opportunities for amateurs and pros alike, Richmond’s BMX scene is booming. Party Politics America’s 250th birthday is fast approaching. Is Richmond ready? The Big Shortage Rates…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (502+ words) richmondmagazine.com Though Earth Day is officially recognized on April 22, there are many planet-friendly pursuits in the days ahead, listed below Other earthly offerings to experience this week include Pride Night with the Richmond Kickers, a rare art exhibition at…...

2+ mon, 3+ day ago   (260+ words) Candy by the ton, RVA coffee roasters and more Food News & Trends Prepare to enter a world with nearly 100 sweet, sour and chewy confections. Pick-and-mix shop Trolley Car Sweets and Treats is now open in the Fan, and it’s stocked…...

11+ mon, 3+ day ago   (423+ words) A chef series at the ICA, RVA-style pizza and more Figments of the Imagination A subtly sweet sign of late summer and early fall that adds an unexpected accent to cocktails? Figs. The flowers — or fruit, depending on whom you…...

9+ mon, 1+ day ago   (338+ words) French pastries, classic cookies and more In Chester, Sophia Marie Patisserie has gone viral for its hyperrealistic trompe l’oeil fruit desserts, drawing long lines and selling out within hours. Behind the buzz is baker Stacia Palomeque, whose pandemic hobby has…...

10+ mon, 3+ week ago   (227+ words) A grower remembered, comfort foods and more There’s something about cozying up with a bowl of carbs that just feels natural during fall. In our latest 5 Faves feature, we hunt down hand-pulled, sauce-soaking, soul-soothing noodles you shouldn’t miss. Think housemade…...

11+ mon, 3+ week ago   (257+ words) Back-to-class snacks, Negroni Week, fall-fueled food events and more Attendees of the area farmers market may recognize The Easterday Mushroom Company. Each week the growers showcase an attention-grabbing spread of shrooms, such as King’s Oyster or Lion’s Mane. Learn how…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago   (348+ words) Food News will be taking an end-of-year break Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, but Richmond magazine’s dining coverage continues, including the reveal of our 2025 Best Restaurants next week. Wishing you happy holidays and a delicious 2026! (Re)opening day at Sub Rosa Bakery…...

2+ day, 8+ hour ago   (276+ words) A beer fest for foragers, free tiramisu and more Food News & Trends We often think of beer as just hops, malt and water, but what about ingredients foraged from the wild? The fifth annual OktoberForest Fest returns to Fine Creek…...

9+ mon, 1+ week ago   (418+ words) A wine gift guide, unforgettable eats and more 1 for Me, 1 for You For the first time in a long time, I have an advent calendar — i.e., a daily reminder of the dwindling time until the approaching holidays. Luckily, writer Bird…...