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Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond

It's hot out there! The good news is there are plenty of great local places to enjoy the cold treat here in Richmond. Check out local shops and national vendors for you to fully enjoy a scoop in a cone, cup or smooshed between a cookie. FAVORITE ICE CREAM SHOPS … [Read more...] about Eating Ice Cream Around Richmond

Richmond’s Farmers Markets

A number of farmers markets around Richmond are open year round - from Forest Hill to the West End, Carytown to Lakeside - with precautions set up for safety. And these farmers markets are worth the trip, because there’s just something about local produce that … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Farmers Markets

Richmond’s Best Picnic Locations

For many families, warmer weather means eating al fresco; taking in the beautiful outdoors while enjoying tasty meals. When your family wants to eat outside, an easy and affordable way to do so, is to pack a simple picnic lunch. Fortunately, Richmond provides … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Best Picnic Locations

Sergio’s Pizza: Affordable & Family-friendly

Sergio's  Pizza & Italian Restaurant is a really popular spot...almost like a local "Cheers" where everyone knows your name. It's rare to find restaurants where a family of 4 can dine for under $40, so you'll want to check this out! Here are some things … [Read more...] about Sergio’s Pizza: Affordable & Family-friendly

Celebrating Black History at Home

For the past 45 years the month of February has been officially dedicated to celebrating and honoring members of the Black community and their contributions to society. It is celebrated across the globe by schools, tv stations, new agencies and more. By honoring … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History at Home

Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA

Drinking tea is not only for the Queen of England! In fact, there are several local tea houses where you can savor various teas in an elegant setting, while partaking in each venue’s unique tea-time ritual. Richmond is home to charming tea houses with stunning … [Read more...] about Pinkies Up! Tea Houses in Richmond, VA

Tea with Kip: New Location, Same Hospitality

Tea with Kip has moved to a new, larger and more open tearoom and y'all are going to LOVE it. The new address: 11164 Hull St Rd.   This is the perfect venue to celebrate someone you love, a baby/wedding shower, a child's bday party.    Tea with … [Read more...] about Tea with Kip: New Location, Same Hospitality

February’s Everyday Holidays

Do you want to be that crazy fun parent that makes your kid’s childhood memorable? One surefire way to accomplish that is to embrace the holidays! I’m not talking about just the major holidays like Christmas, Halloween, Easter and Valentine’s Day. Those are … [Read more...] about February’s Everyday Holidays

Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms

Fall is here. And when autumn settles in, so do the pumpkins. You know it's pumpkin time because the air is crisp and it’s time to break out pumpkin everything! The fall season is one of the most exciting times of the year in Richmond marked by pumpkin patches, … [Read more...] about Richmond area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes, and Fall Fun Farms

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