My order: A Haitian patty, iced coffee, and a strawberry milk. I couldn’t limit myself to just one drink. | Photos by RICtoday and C & P Baking Co.
I stopped by C & P Baking Company during my lunch hour to offer a first-hand, fresh-off-the-mind editor’s pick.
This Haitian-inspired bakery opened its doors back in March, and I got to chat with the sweet-as-pastries owner, Sherwin Pilley, during my visit.
A few things I learned from our chat:
C & P leans into seasonal produce for sweet and savory treats. Right now, Pilley is working with ingredients like zucchini, broccoli rabe, blueberries, and peaches.
Every Saturday, the shop rolls out a special cinnamon roll flavor, including chocolate chip, chai latte, and peach cobbler.
C & P hosts trivia every Thursday at 7 p.m.
Asked
Asked
📖 What’s your favorite place to read a book in Richmond?
From cozy coffee shops to open riverbanks — your River City reading paradise.
City Council Meeting | 6 p.m. | City Hall | Free | Attend this bi-monthly meeting in person or join virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Tuesday, June 24
Seasonal Garden Tour | 10-11 a.m. | Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | $22 | You can always learn more about the natural world around you — with this tour, you can have a guide help along the way.
Reading Fightin’ Phils vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels | Tuesday, June 24-Thursday, June 26 | 6:35 p.m. | The Diamond | $13+ | This week’s games include Fan District Community Night, Camp Day, and Disability Inclusion Day.
The Wildwoods at The Tin Pan | 8-10 p.m. | The Tin Pan | $22.50 | “Every note we play is a chapter in our story, a journey through the heart of American roots music. We’re The Wildwoods, where each lyric is a leaf in the vast forest of our sound.”
Wednesday, June 25
Bike Ride and Wine Tasting | 6-8 p.m. | Jardin | $15 | Hit the town for a free community bike ride followed by a ticketed tasting event with Oregon winemaker John Grochau.
Cyclists will race at Carvins Cove, Elmwood Park, and Explore Park. | Photo courtesy of Specialized, Cardinal Bicycle, and Brett Winter Lemon Photography
From Monday, July 14 to Sunday, July 20, experience the region’s vibrant cycling culture and cheer on top cyclists from around the country — including future Olympians — as they compete for the national titles.
Have you clocked in yet? According to recent data, 40% of people online at 6 a.m. are checking their work email. If that’s you, this is our gentle suggestion to put your phone down and don’t come back until you’ve gotten some coffee. (Microsoft)
Mansion Monday
See a London architect’s take on Richmond. This 4,104-sqft home is on the market in West End, just south of Carytown. Modernity and nature intermingle through notable features like an expansive back porch, glass front doors, and a fully functioning elevator.
Number
3.3%. That’s how much the price of bananas rose in May, according to Consumer Price Index data. The good news is that it’s berry season anyway, and you can find plenty at local farmers markets. And it could be worse — remember the $6.24 million banana duct taped to a wall? (Axios)
Tech
1.1 million Nintendo Switch 2 units were sold in its first week, breaking the record for launch week video game hardware sales. If you weren’t able to get one, don’t worry, it’s not the only source of summer fun in Richmond. (Game Rant)
Biz
McDonald’s is blending a new treat this summer: the Hershey’s S’mores McFlurry made with chocolate, graham crackers, marshmallows, and vanilla soft serve ice cream. If this isn’t your flavor, we’ve got s’moreice cream recommendations around Richmond.
Eat
Nature is healing. After skipping last year’s Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest due to a contract dispute, Joey Chestnut will return to the 2025 competition. Check out where you can get a hot dog locally this summer. (AP)
Number
62. That’s the age when homeowners qualify for a reverse mortgage to turn home equity into cash without monthly payments. See how it works and view Money’s list of best lenders with A+ BBB ratings and competitive pricing.*
Trending
This No. 1 best-selling sun hat with solar powered fans is breaking the internet. Reviewers love its UPF 50+, waterproof wide brim, built-in dual fans, and adjustable fit.*
Put on your lab coat for a trip to the Science Museum of Virginia. | Photo provided by the Science Museum of Virginia
Whether you’re looking to learn something new or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 30 museums to visit. Just be sure to check museum hours while planning your outing.
History
The Valentine, $10-12
This museum documents 400 years of the city’s past and includes the 1812 Wickham House, a National Historic Landmark.
Don’t miss: “Hymns to Hip-Hop: The Unsung Harmony of the Black Music Experience” is on view through tomorrow, Jun 24.
Arts and culture
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Free
Open 365 days a year, the VMFA has an extensive collection of works from various eras in art, from ancient to contemporary.
The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. See what the fuss is about.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
I know I just recently included a deer spotting in a newsletter, but please know that each and every one is deerly important to me — especially this one, posted by our go-to nature photographer, Bill Draper, last week.
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