Food & Drink TasteBudz

Discovering Happiness at a Local Tea House 

By Kim Amboy :A steaming cup of your favorite hot tea on a cold January day—what could be better? Well, imagine celebrating the world’s most beloved beverage for the entire month! Indeed, across the United States tea aficionados are rejoicing, because National Hot Tea Month has officially...
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Where Can You Find a Great Dish Around Hull St?

Do you ever get a hankering for a particular dish? Perhaps you already have your favorites in mind. I’m going to share a few of mine. I also asked, Kat,  an old (meaning long-time) friend of mine who lives in the Brandermill area, to lend her thoughts on local favorites. Barbecue – I’m not going...
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Thai Boat Restaurant – Hop on Board!

By Steve Cook :Thai Boat co-owner Joe Kiatsuranon (center) is flanked by business partners and chefs Wasv Suksomboon (l) and Thanit Sonsart (r) Bar Manager, “Boat” Rungpibulsapit looks on from behind the bar.Visit Richmond’s newest Thai hot spot, the Thai Boat Restaurant and get ready to discover...
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Powhatan’s Festival of the Grape (It all started when…)

What began as a creative way to raise funds for the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce has blossomed into one of Virginia’s most beloved community events. The Festival of the Grape now draws thousands of visitors from across the state to celebrate everything Virginia and Powhatan have to offer: local...
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TASTEBUDZ POWHATAN “OLDIES BUT GOODIES”

I want to start this issue of TasteBudz with a congratulations and a personal thank you to Anne and Jim Hardwick, who for decades have been serving up some of the tastiest comfort food in the region in their popular Tanglewood Ordinary restaurant located at 2210 River Road West in Maidens. In May,...
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Dock-and-Dine—The Ultimate Way to Eat Out

How do you transform a simple meal into a full-fledged outing? Arrive at a waterfront restaurant not by car, bike, or foot—but by boat. You’ll be adding an element of adventure to dining that few experiences can match. Shorefront eateries offer great views and fresh local seafood, including...
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Where Can You Find a Great Bowl of Soup Along Hull Street Road?

By Steve Cook:Perhaps you feel about soup the way master chef Louis P. De Gouy expressed it:  "Good soup is one of the prime ingredients of good living." On the other hand, your sentiments may be more in line with those of Jay Leno, who said, "Soup is just a way of screwing you out of a meal."...
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 “S” is for Sandwich (With Extra Cheese) 

Here’s a classic bit of poetry to rival even Shakespeare:  “S” is for sandwich, a staple for lunch.  But you can eat one anytime—for breakfast or brunch!  From Grilled Cheese to tuna, Reuben to sub,  We all have our favorite...It’s good, hearty grub.  Ok, it’s obvious Shakespeare has nothing to...
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Nothing Bundt Cakes – Nothing Bundt Amazing

I’d never really given much thought to the Bundt cake until I had a chance, recently, to visit with Leo LaPointe in his Nothing Bundt Cakes shop in Carytown. Leo and his partners also own and operate the shops at 11845 W. Broad Street in Short Pump and in Midlothian at 11419 Midlothian...
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TASTE BUDZ – GETTING IN THE (FOOD) HOLIDAY SPIRIT

By Steve Cook :I just love the holidays…the food holidays, I mean. Virtually every day of the year is a national food day? Pick any type of food and chances are there’s a day for it. January 4 is National Spaghetti Day. And just the thought of spaghetti had me heading out to Palermo Trattoria at...
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TASTEBUDZ – SIX ON 6

There’s some mighty fine eating along Route 6 from Goochland Courthouse into the Western tip of Henrico County. If you haven’t visited all of these half-a-dozen highway hotspots, which sit right on River Road/Patterson Avenue, we encourage you to check ‘em out. We’ll start in the Courthouse and...
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Where Can You Find a Great Pizza in Midlothian?

When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie – that’s amore. Dean Martin was likely singing about romantic love. But, to tell the truth, sometimes nothing says loving like something from the oven especially when that something is a pizza pie. If you want to start a heated discussion, just ask...
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Patio Dining-Savoring the Outdoors One Bite at a Time 

There’s something delightful about patio dining, where good food meets fresh air and natural light. Dining outdoors offers a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday living, fostering a relaxed atmosphere where conversation flows freely, and life seems to slow down. Why not take some time to...
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Bakeries—A Cornerstone of our Communities 

The shop bell rang as a young mom with two rambunctious little boys entered the bake shop and approached the goody-laden display case with eager anticipation. “I want a Jelly donut!” hollered the one as his brother elbowed him to one side and loudly declared, “I want sprinkles!” Before their...
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Patio Dining-Savoring the Powhatan Outdoors One Bite at a Time 

There’s something delightful about patio dining, where good food meets fresh air and natural light. Dining outdoors offers a break from the hustle and bustle, fostering a relaxed atmosphere where conversation flows freely, and life seems to slow down. Why not take some time to put down your...
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National Soul Food Month: Honoring a Rich Culinary Legacy

June is National Soul Food Month, a time to honor the cultural and culinary contributions of African American communities, particularly through the rich and delicious tradition of soul food. Soul food refers to a variety of hearty dishes that originated in the Southern U.S., rooted in African,...
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Sigmund Freud and a Side of Grits—An American Breakfast Tale 

By Kim Amboy :Skillfully navigating through a noisy greasy spoon, a food laden girl approaches your table. “Here’s your order,” she announces and carefully sets a steaming plate before you. She offers, “How about a warmup on that coffee?” After topping off your cup, she hurries off to another...
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Pi r Delicious

Did I hear correctly? March 14 is National Pie Day? No, not exactly. We just had the real National Pie Day in January. March 14 is National Pi Day. Pi, as you may know, is the number you get when you divide any circle's circumference by its diameter; it's always about 3.14. So, March 14 is...
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Choco-Lotta-Lovin’

By Steve Cook :Chocolate and Love – those two words go together so beautifully. Why do you suppose that is? According to the website TotallyChocolate.com, chocolate isn’t just a symbol of love—it chemically mimics the feelings of romance. The website goes on to throw around such lovely words as...
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A Tale of Two Pies 

By Kim Amboy :Every year on March 14th, math fans celebrate Pi Day. They will tell you that Pi (3.14) is a very famous number having to do with circles and circumferences. Unfortunately, I’ve never had a head for numbers...but I do have a taste for PIE! And most pies are circles anyway, right?...
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