Ten years ago legislation passed in Richmond allowing farm breweries to begin operating in Virginia. Loudoun’s beer scene - already on the map with several urban breweries – exploded in the decade since. From small, family-run breweries on rural dirt roads to sprawling mountain-top taprooms and beer…
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A DAY OFF FOR DAD I stopped celebrating my birthday years ago – who wants to be reminded that you’ve past the half century mark? – but Father’s Day is different. I love being reminded that I’m a dad, and it’s one of the few days of the year that comes with a license to relax. So, what’s my idea of…
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A dozen or so years ago my wife and I packed up our Volvo station wagon and two young kids and moved from Brooklyn, New York to Waterford, Loudoun County – swapping a sprawling metropolis of eight million people for the bucolic charm of a Quaker village with a population of 280. I’ve never…
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If music is the food of love, then wine be the drink. In ancient Rome drinking wine was thought to bring couples closer together and the gift of a bottle was a symbol of affection. In the Middle Ages wine became associated with the feast of Saint Valentine, the patron saint of love. It was believed…
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As the excitement of the holidays wears off and the long chill of winter sets in, thoughts turn to where to vacation this year. Are you looking for family-friendly outdoor fun or a romantic retreat with your loved one? How about an excursion into DC’s Wine Country ® or a thirst-quenching brewery…
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Winter is the perfect time for a cozy getaway to DC’s Wine Country®. From intimate bed & breakfast stays to casual short-term rentals, there’s no shortage of places that make the perfect home away from home. Here we select six gorgeous Loudoun stays for a perfect winter getaway. Goodstone Inn &…
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Fall is here and the fresh mountain air calls. How better to experience Loudoun’s stunning countryside than on a drive down our winding country lanes, scenic byways and rugged dirt roads? Here we select three of the greatest drives in the county – and where to stop along the way. Drive One:…
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Loudoun is glorious in the fall. The air is crisp and cool, early morning mist hangs in the valley and the lush green of farm fields is offset by forests of burnt yellow, gold, and salmon red. It looks like an Impressionist oil painting. Few of us can paint like Monet though, so the next best thing…
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We treasure our forests, parks, country roads and open space in Loudoun. While Saturday, April 22 is…
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If your idea of relaxation involves kicking back with a drink in hand and exploring a new beer…
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