Fall is a busy time of the year. Summer vacations are over, school is back in session, the weekends are filling with activities, and the days are slowly getting shorter. In wine country, it’s also harvest time which means the wineries are in full swing bringing in the harvest, crushing the grapes, and beginning the process of creating this year’s vintage. But does...
As I slowly made my way along Hamilton Station Road in Western Loudoun, I kept my eyes peeled for the sign indicating I’ve arrived at The Barns at Hamilton Station Vineyards. The gravel driveway slopes up to a small parking lot with several buildings in view. Although the exterior is unassuming, a newly lain path beckoned me back to an old barn and...
Did you know that Visit Loudoun is giving away TWO prize packages this summer? As part of our summer promotion, Summer’s Perfect Pairing, we’ve created these two giveaways: The Loudoun Food and Wine Experience includes a two night stay at Lansdowne Resort, meals at two of Loudoun’s Destination Restaurants, a culinary walking tour of downtown Leesburg, and tastings at Boxwood and Tarara wineries. For travelers...
Summer is officially here which means two things are at their peak – summer harvest and festivals. This also means that festivals celebrating the foods of summer are peaking and Loudoun has several coming up in the next few weeks. From local wine festivals to certified barbecue competitions and pick-your-own fruit, here are some summer food festivities that should make it onto your calendar....
Last year we shared with you some of our favorite outdoor dining spots around Loudoun County. We still love these spots and while some new ones have opened, we’re thinking outside the dining room. Food trucks may be a new craze but roadside stands have long been a great way to pick up a fast, inexpensive, and flavorsome meal. And these mobile eateries are...
I was just browsing Northern Virginia Magazine’s website and noticed a feature on beer. They have lists for the best bars for a beer, local brew pubs, and best breweries, and again and again, Loudoun was featured prominently on these lists. A robust wine country should feature a well rounded offering of culinary delights and as Loudoun’s wine country continues to grow, it’s no...