I tend to think my tolerance for spice can withstand most restaurants’ ideas of spicy, but my recent visit to Bonchon is one that had me beat. Bonchon, Korean for ‘hometown,’ is a franchise known for their fried chicken and…
We've rounded up some of the best brunch spots in Coastal Virginia in Part I, Part II and Part III. In Part III, we cover Healthy Brunches, Most Outlandish Bloody Marys, The Most Expensive Brunch in Coastal Virginia, Southern Charm,…
We've rounded up some of the best brunch spots in Coastal Virginia in Part I, Part II and Part III. In Part II, we cover Hangover Cures, Shrimp and Grits, Best Benedicts, Pancakes, Omelets, Global Brunch and Top Spots To…
Here in Coastal Virginia, brunch options come as varied as garnishes for Bloody Marys. From bountiful buffets to beautiful benedicts, greasy spoons to gorgeous grits, fantastic French toast, a marvelous mimosa selection and everything in between, we've rounded up some…
There’s something about rising temperatures that lures us to our favorite Mexican restaurant for a round of fish tacos. But when we set out in pursuit of five fish tacos that we could recommend to our readers, one thing became…
Every time I traverse a new locale in Virginia, I’m in awe at the natural beauty, history and, frankly, good eats that our commonwealth has to offer. Welcomed by a winding road with weeping willows, this is the scene for…
It seems that Coastal Virginia has boomed with new business this year, and, luckily for us lovers of good food, much of that business has been in the form of restaurants. We’ve also noticed a wonderful trend in the types…
Glistening glass reflects much of Hannah Kirkpatrick's resume. Her shameless wonder for the way light and neon bends between is evident in her work, much of which has been displayed in the NEON District of Norfolk.
Sure, pumpkin spice is nice in my coffee and pies, but autumnal brewed beer puts more of a spring in my step this time of year. Luckily we have a handful of breweries in our backyard that put their own…
As Richmond-based company Seasonal Roots heads into their sixth season, they’re digging their roots deeper and making their online farmers market services accessible to Coastal Virginia residents.
The Bee and the Biscuit, Bee & the Biscuit, brunch, Pungo, Virginia Beach, eggs benedict, Princess Anne Road
Tucked within a Norfolk neighborhood lies The Coffee Tree, a new charming shop to get caffeinated. The husband-and-wife-owned coffee spot made its debut in June, offering its visitors some of the finest java around.
From tribute bands to photographers, GigSalad is a hub for more than 480 categories of services including hair and makeup artists, caterers and performers—every component you need to plan your magical wedding. While GigSalad provides services for other types of…
Love grows that much more when you invite gorgeous, living terrariums and succulents into your wedding décor plan. If terrariums are unfamiliar territory for you, they’re essentially a combination of succulents, moss, rocks and other small plants arranged in a…
Family treasures and warm sentiments made for one dreamy fall wedding.
“They don’t really see the same way as you do,” Gabby Taylor says of her bees. “They don’t like dark colors because it reminds them of their predators in the wild, so I really shouldn’t be wearing this out here.”…
The summer season welcomes new beginnings for the Cullipher family as they plant their feet on First Colonial Road soil, the former location of Stoney’s Produce. Nearly 200-year-old roots of farming heritage in northeastern North Carolina and Coastal Virginia continue…
Glimmering baubles, tassels and lush fabrics adorn Monkee's pearly-white shelves. Monkee’s of Virginia Beach is in town, and Coastal Virginia’s fashionistas are well pleased. On February 5, the North Carolina-based chain opened its doors in the Town Center of Virginia…
“Have you ever been on an airplane?” The park ranger at Wright Brothers National Memorial stared back at a room of raised hands, myself included. The ranger then held up a monumental photo of Orville and Wilbur’s first flight. “Now…
Feel like you’ve seen everything Coastal Virginia has to offer? Chances are there’s a few places you’ve missed. Look a little closer, and you’ll find a whole world of hidden happenings, little-known activities, secret gardens, unexposed stores and under-the-radar eats…
Here we are—standing in the middle of Quirk, a snazzy boutique hotel in Virginia’s capital city. Marble steps line the staircase in the lobby, laced with limestone arches and eclectic light fixtures. This place is the bee’s knees. The charming…
Who says a woman can’t play golf in heels? High-energy music roars down the open-air bays as the lights glare from the outfield while I take my first hit. Once one of Topgolf’s micro-chipped golf balls dispenses, I take my…
If you haven’t taken a bite out of Virginia Beach Restaurant Week yet, you’re missing out on some fine fare. During restaurant week, participating restaurants offer prix fixe lunch and dinner menus. Lunch features two courses for $12, and depending…
Last weekend I had my first brush with dim sum brunch. You'd think as a twenty-something-year-old and my, ahem, heritage that I would've met this prized dining experience years ago. My mother swears she introduced me to dim sum when…
