Being greeted with a glass of wine is one of the best ways to be welcomed to a new place, especially when it’s The Farmhouse at Veritas, a six-room bed and breakfast located at Veritas Vineyards and ...

Smith Mountain Lake is famous for pristine waters, world-class fishing, friendly folks, water sports, and a relaxed atmosphere.Tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia, Smith Mountain ...

I’m stuck in traffic, watching a parade of yellow school buses turn into the local middle school and wondering: Do you remember your first day of school? The joy of wearing a brand-new outfit to start ...

What do monster trucks, rodeos, and hot air balloons have in common with wine? They’re all part of the creative lineup dreamed up by Tyler and Ashley Wind, the husband-and-wife team behind Wind ...

Anyone who’s dined at The Inn at Little Washington understands with surety that this place is unlike any other. As the only restaurant in Virginia — and one of just 14 in the U.S. — to earn three ...

Scheduled to open in July, Coasters will feature many of the same hallmarks as Drifter’s: high-quality proteins, fresh seafood, generous portions, and bold flavors — perfect for guests arriving by ...

Let’s face it: gifting can be stressful. On the giving end, it’s the process of finding something that not only shows you care but that the recipient will enjoy. On the receiving end, it’s crossing ...

Whether you're a longtime resident or a weekend visitor, pet owners at Smith Mountain Lake will find a variety of local resources to keep their furry companions happy and healthy. This handy guide ...

Created with a mission to enrich life at Smith Mountain Lake while uplifting small business owners, Lakeside Local offers a dynamic mix of shopping, food, and community spirit. “We’re definitely not ...

Smith Mountain Lake locals know what to expect during breakfast at Old Oak Cafe — hearty portions, affordable prices, and a warm-welcoming atmosphere. Dining here feels like pulling up a chair at the ...

Walking into The Bagel & I and taking a whiff of those freshly baked, perfectly rounded clouds of bread is nothing short of heavenly. Well, at least for the customers. “The staff and I have become ...

It’s a precious lifelong companion whose acquaintance I first made in my school’s elegant dining room in Richmond in the late 1960s. It was certainly nothing ever served by my English mother in our ...