With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is everywhere — from the birds and the bees to the newly betrothed! And if you and your significant other are getting ready to take the plunge — there’s no better place to say ‘I Do’ than Loudoun County, Virginia. But don’t take our word for it. The best sources for wedding wisdom are the brides...
During these colder months of winter, it’s so easy to stay bundled up on the couch, in a semi-state of hibernation. Sooner or later though, cabin fever sets in. Maybe the kids have worn out their enthusiasm for all of their new holiday toys. Or maybe you’re just eager to get out of the house and experience some cultural enlightenment beyond binge-watching the latest...
When it comes to a picture-perfect wedding day, having the right vendors makes all the difference in the world. From the cake to the dress to the floral arrangements, the details are everything. They can make or break a big day. Luckily, in Loudoun County, our vendors are some of the best in the business. And they’re all about making it all about you!...
Angie Hinzey and Mike Blow were the winners of Visit Loudoun’s recent wedding giveaway, and they said “I do” four weeks ago in a gorgeous fall ceremony! The newlyweds had their reception at beautiful Breaux Vineyards, ate world-famous Mom’s Apple Pie, were chauffeured around town by Reston Limousine, and basically made the most of Loudoun’s extensive network of assets dedicated to making wedding dreams come...
I’m not a fan of creating new year’s resolutions – the pressure of completing a resolution takes any joy out of the process. But I do enjoy reflecting on the year past as a new year begins. Looking back on Loudoun in 2013, it was a great year to take note of. Several new attractions and events launched, bringing lots of attention and recognition...
Love is in the air! In addition to the frigid winter weather that’s all over the nation right now (which, we might add, is excellent for cuddling), engagement season is in full swing and spring is right around the corner. So what better time to talk weddings?! In honor of this special season, we’ve launched a Weddings in Loudoun website where you can register...
Christmas is just a week away and then the New Year will be here before you know it. If you haven’t made plans to celebrate yet, Loudoun’s hotels and resorts will make sure the planning part is easy and the celebration is not only one to remember, but safe as well. Dance the night away and even indulge in a champagne toast at midnight....
Through the magic of the holiday season, Santa will be making several appearances in Loudoun this weekend! He’ll be leading holiday parades through Loudoun’s towns, jamming out to some live music, and dining with the kids. Fortunately we’ve got the scoop on where you can find Santa. Starting at 10am on Saturday, Santa and his friends will parade down King Street in the historic...
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday – the holiday shopping season has officially kicked off in case you hadn’t heard! Shopping for gifts should fill you with a giving spirit that you may have lost while fighting the masses at the malls or sorting through page after page of online stores. To get that spirit back, we invite you to step away from...
As holidays go, Thanksgiving is pretty fantastic. After all, it’s about giving thanks for your many blessings, spending time with loved ones, and eating massive quantities of mouthwatering food. Tryptophan comas all around! But for even the best of chefs it can be intimidating to feed family and friends on such a high stakes occasion. No one forgets Thanksgiving dinner – particularly a Thanksgiving...
Sometimes, the best Thanksgiving dinner is the one you don’t have to cook yourself. After all, it’s a day that revolves around eating, watching football, and generally lounging around. Who wants to work? Luckily, if you’re looking for a stress-free Thanksgiving experience this year, there are plenty of places to eat out or grab pre-cooked meals to take home and serve up on your...
“Easy” is not a term typically associated with Thanksgiving. At least not for whoever’s on kitchen duty. Sure, the eating part is a breeze, but the preparation and implementation, not so much. There’s marinating, chopping, roasting, whipping, braising, baking – a whole set of required kitchen skills. But whether you’re a first-timer, an experienced cook who needs some fresh ideas, or just clueless in...
Two newcomers to the Loudoun wine scene have brought the county’s total number of wineries and tasting rooms to thirty-nine. At opposite ends of the county and with two different styles, both are worthy of a visit during your next tour of DC’s Wine Country. Just outside of Middleburg in southern Loudoun, Greenhill Vineyards & Winery recently opened after extensive renovations to the property...
The nights are crisp and clear, jack-o-lanterns and scarecrows light up windows and doorsteps, and enormous bags of candy are the first thing you see in every grocery store. It must be Halloween! Putting on costumes, playing silly tricks, and eating your weight in candy – when else are you encouraged to have this much fun? If your kids freak for Halloween, treat them...
October is officially in its last hurrah – which means there’s just one week left in Virginia Wine Month. And since Loudoun County has 39 wineries and tasting rooms (more than any other county in the commonwealth!) we’re basically your headquarters for all things wine. And don’t worry — even if you haven’t taken advantage of this month’s many events, celebrations, and festivals, it’s...
Loudoun is an area rich in history, evident in the historic homes and structures in the downtown districts as well as in the numerous heritage attractions the county has to offer. While your typical tour of these historic properties will include accounts of the lives of former residents, notable events, and architectural tidbits, there’s a part of the tour you might be missing. Hear...
With Virginia Wine Month upon us now is the perfect time to get out and explore Loudoun’s 39 wineries and tasting rooms. With so many wineries there’s a variety of experiences to be had for novice wine lovers to experts on all things vino and everyone in between. One of the best ways to explore DC’s Wine Country is through a guided food and...
There are lots of things to love about fall: cooler temperatures, crimson-colored leaves, cider doughnuts – pumpkin flavored everything! But since the season lasts just a few short months, it’s key to maximize every autumnal activity possible. Lucky for us, there’s no better place to revel in all the amazing aspects of autumn than Loudoun County, where the season is in full force. From...
It’s getting dark earlier and the evening air is taking on the chill of autumn. Pumpkins and cornstalks decorate doorsteps, noting the harvest season and the arrival of Halloween. But if jack-o-lanterns, scarecrows, and hay bales transformed into spiders don’t offer the thrills and chills you’re seeking this season, Loudoun has a few Halloween experiences bound to get your heart pounding! So for you...
39 wineries, 7 breweries, an organic distillery, and 14 destination restaurants. Those are just some of the culinary experiences Loudoun has to offer. With so many epicurean delights to choose from, where do you begin? Fortunately the 6th edition of the Touring Guide to DC’s Wine Country is here to help! This comprehensive guide to Loudoun’s thriving wine industry as well as it’s craft brewery scene...
October is Virginia Wine Month and at 39 wineries, Loudoun has more wineries than any other county in the commonwealth. With so many wineries, there’s a place and a taste for most anyone. And there’s always something going on at our local wineries – live music, food pairings, vineyard tours, and more. In honor of Virginia Wine Month, we’re highlighting some of those events that would make...
Take a quiet drive along one of western Loudoun’s scenic byways around sunrise or sunset or stroll through one of the county’s charming and historic towns and villages. What you’ll find is that Loudoun’s landscape is inspiring. So it should come as no surprise that a place with such scenic beauty and rich history as this also has a thriving arts scene. For many...
The inaugural Epicurience Virginia is this Saturday! And the line-up for this epic event just keeps getting better! Just announced this week – Carla Hall, nationally known and loved chef, author, Top Chef and Top Chef All Stars contestant, and co-host of ABC’s The Chew, will be making an EPIC appearance in the Grand Tasting tent at Epicurience Virginia! Not only will Carla will be signing copies...
Whether you’re already a fan of Virginia wine or if you’re looking to learn more about what makes Virginia wines special, the Virginia Education Tent at Epicurience Virginia is where you’ll want to be this Saturday. Presented by Virginia Wine and Virginia Tourism, the education tent will feature master winemakers, sommeliers, food producers, and culinary experts educating attendees on the flavor experiences of Virginia....
We’re just one week away from the inaugural Epicurience Virginia! Our Whole Foods Demonstration Tent is filled with regional and national chefs ready to show off their culinary mastery. The Virginia Education Tent will be schooling attendees on Virginia food and wine (with samples included of course – what better way to learn?) The Epic Stage will have you dancing on the lawn and...
Epicurience Virginia is a weekend of culinary enlightenment. The highlight of the weekend will be the Grand Tasting at Morven Park on Saturday, August 31st. DC’s Wine Country welcomes you to kick off this epic weekend with a variety of unique wine country activities to introduce you to Loudoun’s scenic beauty, award-winning wines, and farm-to-table foods. The Epicurience weekend begins on Friday with a...
Epicurience Virginia will not only showcase Loudoun’s best but will also bring the finest in Virginia wines and foods to you under one roof during the Grand Tasting on Saturday, August 31st. Guests of the Grand Tasting will experience a whirlwind of activity including a multitude of unique Virginia wines to sample, delectable bites of some of Virginia’s finest flavors, and seminars that will...
Here in Loudoun, DC’s Wine Country ® we all know that Virginia makes wine. There are over 200 wineries in the state with 36 alone in Loudoun (the most of any county in Virginia!) But how much do you know or hear about Virginia’s craft brewery scene? If your answer is “not much,” then the month of August is the perfect time to change...