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The inside of The Smoky Mug's new location, populated by customers and workers; Wicker light shades hand from the cieling and a colorful mural covers one of the back walls.
Business
Our RICtoday Small Business Saturday shopping picks
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add some local flair to your holiday shopping.
November 25, 2025 02:25 PM
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Elise Steele
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Farmers markets in and around Richmond
See where to stock up on seasonal produce around the city, from year-round shopping to in-season markets.
November 6, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
A white restaurant facade with top-lining blue and red stripes; a white, yellow, and red sign with an illustration of a person's face and shoulders; The sign reads "Auntie Ning's Filipino Food."
Food
Restaurant roundup: New and coming-soon to Richmond
Try out these new places and see what to look forward to in the River City’s restaurant scene.
October 8, 2025
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Elise Steele
Grab a sandwich and a salad from Garnett's and transform your lunch break into a picnic on the VMFA lawn, just nearby.
Live
Where to find lunch for $15 or less in Richmond
From sailor sandwiches and junkyard dogs to curry plates and taco trucks.
August 13, 2025
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Weekly trivia nights in Richmond
Assemble the dream team and test your trivia wits at these bars, breweries, and restaurants.
August 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Travel and Outdoors
Plan a road trip to Shenandoah National Park
Take a scenic drive, frolic through a meadow, and chase waterfalls at Shenandoah National Park; Plus, stay energized with food and cozy campsites.
July 21, 2025
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Your ultimate guide to ice cream shops in Richmond
Whether you’re looking for the freshest flavors, dairy-free options, or ice cream on-the-go, use our guide to find your next sweet treat in Richmond.
June 5, 2025
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Food
10 easy picnic ideas in Richmond
Embrace the start of spring and dig into all the local food Richmond has to offer
March 19, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Culture
20+ giftable experiences for your favorite Richmonders
Here are our recommendations for memorable presents in the form of experiences.
December 16, 2024
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How to dine at some of the oldest restaurants in Richmond
Take a look at seven of the oldest restaurants in Richmond, Virginia, ranging from diners to restaurants and pubs.
December 4, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Restaurants open late in Richmond
They say Richmond isn’t a party town, but these restaurants will help you fuel up past midnight.
October 24, 2024
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Plan Ahead: 30+ December events in Richmond
Bookmark this page to your favorites tab so you can quickly return and find the top events happening each month in Richmond.
November 25, 2025
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Weird Virginia laws you might not know about
Have you committed one of these strangely specific crimes? Take a look at some weird Virginia laws you might not have known were on the books.
November 20, 2025
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Alicia Keys + Swizz Beatz join local students for “Giants” pep rally
The VMFA hosted 15 Richmond-area schools (and two very special guests) for the premiere of the new “Giants” collection.
November 19, 2025
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Elise Steele
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From landfill to meadow: City of Richmond seeks feedback on solar farm project
Share your feedback on the the East End Solar Meadow Project at three upcoming community meetings.
November 13, 2025
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Elise Steele
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Richmonders share their beginner-friendly bike advice
From trails and safety tips to bike shops and accessories — RVA locals tell you what’s good.
November 12, 2025
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Vintage Postcard + Paper Show returns to Richmond this weekend
The Old Dominion Postcard Club is hosting its 47th annual show at Keystone Truck + Tractor Museum, Nov 14-15.
November 10, 2025
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.
November 10, 2025
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Three people, in a restaurant kitchen, wearing matching white button-ups and hats with "Pizzeria Delores" decals; A person in the foreground takes a photo on a phone.
Food
Hot ‘n ready: Zorch eyes upgrades + Pizzeria Delores plants roots
Two local pizza businesses announced big plans this week.
November 6, 2025
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Elise Steele
Two photos; Left photo is a pink fridge with "Free Food" painted on it; Next to the pink frigde is a green panty cupboard with clear windowed doors; Both stand in front of a colorul geometric mural on a brick wall; Right photo is a community fridge shelved with fresh produce.
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RVA Community Fridges launches Thanksgiving Meal Drive
Find out how to help stock a community fridge this holiday season.
November 6, 2025
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Elise Steele