What We Love
Our annual guide to the best our region has to offer. INCLUDES: Editor, reader and expert choices for top picks in dining, entertainment, shopping, travel and more.
Compiled and Written By: Various Contributors
Frankie’s Got It
“Norfolk Sound” producer Frank Guida spearheaded a sonic revolution on Church Street in the 1960s that continues to influence popular music.
By Don Harrison
Spring Spectacle
The 11th Annual Virginia Arts Festival brings another entertaining season of music, movement and much, much more.
By Montague Gammon III
Maddry
The loss of a wallet can be pretty terrifying until it turns up.
By Larry Maddry
Upfront
Tunnel Visions
We might as well make the best of the spare time while stuck in endless traffic.
By Michael Jon Khandelwal
Hidden History
Newport News’ quaint Hilton Village grew from a wartime housing project.
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
Reporter
Reflection and Recovery
Exploring emotions and calls for action one year after the tragedy at Virginia Tech.
By Ben Swenson
Roads Report
As I See It
A Surry farmer weighs in on organic foods.
Inside...
Chuck and Jenna’s music collection.
Hot Property
Views from the top floor of the VB Town Center Westin.
Before/After
Shoreline restoration at the Hermitage Museum.
Roads Review
Weird Virginia
Made in VA
Duane Thompson’s Salsa Sabrosa is fresh, fiery and flavorful.
Roads Test
You don’t necessarily need rhythm to get into the groove at Ghent’s Mambo Room.
Q&A
With big shoes to fill, Rob Whittman takes on Washington with a passion for his constituents’ concerns.
Unzipped
23508, suburban living with city conveniences.
Good Side
People of Hampton Roads strike a pose.
Datebook
Remember that “spring” is also a verb, so get out and do something! PLUS: The eight siblings of Leahy will bring intoxicating energy to the Sandler Center; new black tie pet event raises money for the Peninsula SPCA; and eclectic theater offerings will entertain local audiences this spring.
Spree
Grab Bag
Get inspired by these artsy finds.
In Store
Pfac’s new museum shop has a new name and look.
Trend
Local designer creates underwear that is OK to show off.
Life
Homes
Honeymoon idea turns redecoration plans into a renovation re-do in Williamsburg.
Art Parts
Williamsburg artist’s lilies are picked up in Easter Seals contest.
Travel
Exploring the other side of the Potomac River.
Day in the Life
Free Faller
Skydiving instructor Don Jaget shows people how to take the plunge.
By Ben Swenson
Dish
To Dine For
Comfort ... and Joy.
Feature
Best Breakfasts and Brunches
A baker’s dozen of our favorite places to rise and shine.
By Patrick Evans-Hylton
Local Flavor
Picking pork is not a ham-ongous job with a little experience.
Nosh News
Latte flavor ... not a latte calories.
Grilled
In the hot seat: Linda Wilder Dyer, WHRO host and director of development for the Samaritan House.
SPECIAL SECTIONS AND SUPPLEMENTS
Outer Banks Beginnings
Third annual festival celebrates history, culture and common heritage.
Living Large
Downtown Norfolk is more than the center of Hampton Roads—it’s a home.
Higher Education
A comprehensive listing of the area’s colleges, universities, trade schools and continuing education centers.
HRM Home: Color Coordinated
Forecasters choose this season’s trendiest shades.