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Same great everything else. Hello, I’m Dr. Baxter Perkinson. In 1974, I started a small dental practice here in Richmond. I just wanted to help people smile. As time went by, more and more people came to us, so we brought in more doctors to help. Then we saw the need and added specialists. This now allows us to use a team approach to your dental care. We’ve grown to 11 offices in Central Virginia, so it’s convenient for you to come in no matter where you live or work. All this has allowed us to invest in the most modern equipment and on-going training to learn the newest techniques that help improve the health of your smile while focusing on your comfort. And now, there’s one more change. To better reflect who we’ve become, Dr. Baxter Perkinson and Associates is changing our name. We’re now Virginia Family Dentistry. I suppose about the only thing that hasn’t changed in all these years is our commitment to you and your family. Call today and let us show you how a nice smile makes all the difference.
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Hanover Sports Park
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Mexico Restaurant
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Patios for Outdoor Living
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many would associate with spa services, but at Massage Envy Spa, that’s what they strive for. The new Mechanicsville location, which opened in mid-February in Hanover Square North on Bell Creek Road, offers Murad Healthy Skin facials and customized massages at affordable prices. “Massage Envy Spa’s goal is to bring massage out of the elite circle and make it available to everyone,” says co-owner Kent Swarts. “We do that by being professional, yet affordable and convenient.” With hours to suit everyone, clients can enjoy their services seven days a week — even on nights and weekends. “Our hours work around busy schedules,” Swarts adds. Massage Envy Spa offers exceptional introductory rates, making their services accessible to most. A one-hour massage on the first visit is just $39.99. On subsequent visits, clients can opt for the Personal Wellness Plan, which works much like a gym membership and allows them to enjoy monthly massages and discounts on products and additional services. “Clients pay a low monthly fee for facial and massage services by committing to their wellness,” Swarts explains. Members quickly realize the health benefits of regular massage, including reduced stress, less back and neck pain, as well as improved circulation. The ability to customize the length of a massage – from one to two hours – gives customers total control over their sessions. Therapeutic massage types include Swedish, trigger point therapy, hot stone, sports, prenatal and deep tissue. Individual and couples massages are available. Add-on services offer further customization and include options, like: aromatherapy with essential oils; sugar foot scrub to refresh tired feet; and deep-muscle therapy, which provides pain relief, reduces inflammation and increases circulation. Murad Healthy Skin facials target specific concerns and improve the overall look and feel of skin. Facial options include clarifying for acne-prone skin, anti-aging to restore a more youthful appearance, environmental shield vitamin C treatment to target sun and environmental damage and a sensitive skin treatment for irritated, reactive skin. All Massage Envy Spa staff members are state licensed and certified. Each massage therapist has a variety of specialties, and this, paired with a large staff, allows the clinic to meet the needs of every client. “We want our customers to feel welcomed and comfortable when they enter our clinic,” says Swarts. “It’s a beautiful clinic that caters to everyday people and meets their individual needs.” Visit Massage Envy Spa Mechanicsville to take advantage of their introductory rates and experience the health benefits of regular massage for yourself. They can be located at 7236 Bell Creek Rd Mechanicsville, VA 23111 and reached at (804) 746-1100 or online at www.MassageEnvy.com/clincs/VA/Mechanicsville.
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ANOVER SPORTS PARK is the area’s premier year-round
location for family fun. With mini golf, batting cages and a lighted driving range, the complex offers recreational fun for all ages. The two-tiered driving range features a total of 63 hitting stations. Most stations are equipped with grass mats and are heated and covered, while a few allow golfers to practice on grass tee stations. Observers can relax and enjoy a snack at a nearby sitting area. The 18-hole miniature golf course is beautifully landscaped with ponds, fountains and waterfalls and is lighted for nighttime outings. For baseball and softball fans, there are seven batting stations, with speeds ranging from slow-pitch softball to 70-mile-per-hour baseball. Helmets and bats are available for use. The variety of available activities makes Hanover Sports Park an ideal setting for birthday parties, corporate and community group outings, as well as family fun nights. In addition, they now feature a lunch and dinner menu and Wi-Fi service. Come in and experience their newly-remodeled interior.
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Hanover Sports Park is conveniently located on Route 1, just two miles north of Virginia Center Commons, and is family owned and operated. They are open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit their website for current rates and specials, including discounts for college students. HanoverSportsPark.com 11000 Washington Highway, Glen Allen (804) 550-2622
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Mountains to the Sea Some men are drawn to oceans. They cannot breathe unless the air is scented with a salty mist. My people were drawn to mountains. They came when the country was young and they settled in the upland country of Virginia that is still misted with a haze of blue that gives those mountains their name. — Earl Hamner/The Waltons: Appalachian Portrait
A couple enjoy the view of downtown Roanoke at the famous overlook on Mill Mountain, the site of the popular Roanoke Star. Photo courtesy of the Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau.
ROANOKE FOR FOODIES
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ou may have seen the lighted star high atop Mill Mountain as you were flying by on Interstate 81, or maybe in past years, you’ve visited Virginia’s Blue Ridge and the Roanoke Valley to view the fall foliage. Or, if you love railroad history, you may have perused the Virginia Museum of Transportation and the stunning black-and-white photography of steam engines at the O. Winston Link Museum. But if you haven’t visited Roanoke recently, it’s time for a road trip. Virginia’s largest city west of Richmond, Roanoke has an urban flavor with a small-town personality, combining sophisticated cultural attractions like the world-class Taubman Museum of Art and the newly renovated Center in the Square museum complex with the down-home hospitality of local eateries like the Roanoke Wiener Stand, the Texas Tavern and Pop’s Ice Cream and Soda Bar. And, although the city is a perfect location for outdoor adventures at nearby Smith Mountain Lake or popular Blue Ridge mountain hiking spots like the Peaks of Otter, it’s the culinary and cultural renaissance in downtown Roanoke that make this destination worth a fresh look.
The big buzz is about the new Roanoke Food Tours, ranked number one as the top activity in the city on TripAdvisor. A combination of food tour and history stroll, owner Larry Landolt takes locals and visitors alike on a three-hour culinary adventure, exploring Roanoke’s Lebanese legacy (who knew?) and enjoying tastings at seven locations in the Historic District, including the opulent Hotel Roanoke and a 24/7 tavern so famous for its burgers that’s been profiled on the Food Network. You’ll learn about the current farm-to-table movement that dates back to the selfsustaining philosophy of the city’s Appalachian roots, as well as get an overview of the long relationship the Lebanese community has had with the city’s food culture, beginning with the influx of immigrants in the late 1800’s. During the summer, lunch tours are held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with a new Sunday brunch tour featuring an entirely different set of eateries. If you want to shop for your own local food, take a stroll on the newly-renovated Market Square, featuring a pedestrian-friendly zone, an open-air farmers market and a wide range of specialty shops, where you can spend an afternoon picking up everything from fresh produce to artisanal bread and chocolate. Roanoke has more than four farmers markets, five community gardens and two urban farms, in addition to a burgeoning craft beer movement. Follow the locals to the Roanoke Weiner Stand for the dogs and fries they’ve been dishing up since 1916, or pick up a sweet treat at Pop’s Ice Cream and Soda Bar. And, for late night munchies, join the block-long line at the Texas Tavern for a Cheesy Western – the local favorite burger topped with a fried egg.
Above: The Roanoke Star sits atop Mill Mountain and overlooks downtown Roanoke. Right: Black Dog Salvage in Grandin Village has its own television show on the DIY Network called Salvage Dawgs. Opposite (clockwise from top): The sun sets over the Blue Ridge Mountains (courtesy of Bruce Henderson). Scottie Thompson and Jane Seymour starred in the 2012 movie, Lake Effects, filmed on location at Smith Mountain Lake (courtesy of Life Out Loud Films). Billy's Shrimp and Grits are the most popular stop on the Roanoke Food Tour (courtesy of Roanoke Food Tours).
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Roanoke Star, Farmers Market and Black Dog Salvage photos courtesy of the Roanoke Convention and Visitors Bureau
ROANOKE FOR FANS Originally intended to be a holiday decoration, the lighted, mountain-top star was dedicated by Roanoke native, John Payne, who played Fred Galey in the classic 1947 movie Miracle on 34th Street. Over the years, it became a city icon, earning Roanoke the nickname “Star City of the South.” Enjoy the panoramic view of the city from the top of Mill Mountain and take your turn as a “star” on the Roanoke Star-Cam (Roanokeva.gov/starcam). It’s the best photo op in town for a selfie! In the historic neighborhood of Grandin Village, stars of another sort reside at the über-cool Black Dog Salvage. Co-owners Mike Whiteside and Robert Kulp, as well as Sally, the store’s black dog in residence, star in the popular DIY Network series, Salvage Dawgs. You can meet the cast and friendly crew while browsing the warehouse for one-of-a-kind architectural treasures, or pick up one of Whiteside’s hand-crafted furniture pieces made from salvaged objects that range from boats and trucks to barn wood and horse tack. Smith Mountain Lake, and its tight-knit community of lake residents, had their own moment in the spotlight in the Hallmark Channel movie, Lake Effects, starring Jane Seymour and Scottie Thompson. Virginia producer and the creator of Life Out Loud Films, Sara Elizabeth Timmins, captured the essence of lake life in the 2012 movie shot on location. Timmins’ latest production (soon to be released) is a feature film based on best-selling author David Baldacci’s Wish You Well, and also includes scenes filmed in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Coincidentally, Baldacci has a house on the aforementioned lake.
IF YOU GO: Visit Roanoke in Virginia’s Blue Ridge, VisitVABlueRidge.com Roanoke Food Tours, RoanokeFoodTours.com Smith Mountain Lake, VisitSmithMountainLake.com
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The Outer Banks
Danny Couch, a lifelong Hatteras Island resident, historian and tour-bus operator, says visitors often overlook gems that include the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center and the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum. When it’s time to hit the beach, Couch suggests Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. It is an unspoiled beach with miles of shoreline and breathtaking views. In addition to spotting beach treasures, such as beach glass or rare shells, Pea Island visitors can also get a glimpse of the wreckage from the Oriental, a steamship that sank in 1862. “The fact that you can experience an isolated beach is amazing,” Couch says, adding that another wonderful stop is Ocracoke (pronounced like the vegetable and the soft drink) Island. Accessible only by ferry, it’s home to historic sites, a quiet town and the famed Ocracoke ponies that are herded in a 180-acre enclosure about seven miles north of the downtown. “It’s a very bohemian downtown. It’s a very vibrant arts community,” he says. “It’s like a little bit of Greenwich Village there.” Even on rainy days, there is plenty to do, according to Jane Oden, owner of Breakwater Island Resort. She says many locals love exploring the new shops in Hatteras. Oden, whose ancestor is reported to have floated to Hatteras on a barrel from a shipwreck, says visitors never feel left out in this small village. “Hatteras Village is such a beautiful setting where the old and new live side by side in perfect harmony,” she says, adding that shops like Sticky Bottom Produce Company and Blue Pelican Gallery offer a unique look at the Outer Banks life.
LIVE LIKE A LOCAL BY AMY R. CONNOLLY
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f you’re planning a vacation to North Carolina’s Outer Banks this summer, look past the popular tourist stops and traverse the roads less traveled. The Outer Banks is more than just miles of crowded beaches and congested gift shops. This 200-mile stretch of barrier islands off the North Carolina coast is home to secluded alcoves and remote hideaways that are often overlooked by visitors. Instead of visiting the crowded village of Duck, try Ocracoke. In place of taking a dip at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, bring your swimming gear to Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Rather than only seeing the Wright Brothers National Memorial, visit the Frisco Native American Museum & Natural History Center. We spoke to a few longtime residents and local “legends” to get some insider tips on their favorite things to do. Pictured above: Based on the best-selling novel by Nicholas Sparks, the movie Nights in Rodanthe featured this house as the bed and breakfast where Richard Gere and Diane Lane fell in love. Pictured right: Local historian and owner of Hatteras Tours, Danny Couch, shows visitors the historic weather station.
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All photos courtesy of the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau/OuterBanks.org
TRAVEL BY SEA When it comes to the waters that surround the Outer Banks, few people know them as well as Ernie Foster, owner of Albatross Fleet charter fishing in Hatteras and captain of the Albatross III. Foster started fishing locally in 1951 and can navigate the waters like no other. Now 69, Foster has run hundreds, perhaps thousands, of charters off the coast of the Outer Banks and has no plans to stop. “You never know day to day what you’re likely to encounter,” Foster says. In 1962, the world’s largest blue marlin was reeled in by the Albatross Fleet. The fish, which tipped the scales at 810 pounds, marked a world record at the time. While the record has long since been broken, the marlin is proudly mounted at the Hatteras Village Library and Community Center. Foster says there are plenty of terrific local fish houses, but Risky Business Seafood in Hatteras Village is known for buying local seafood and helping the area’s seafood industry. A lot of the seafood that Risky Business sells comes directly off the local boats, Foster says. When dining out, look for the “Fresh Catch” decal for locally-sourced seafood.
BY LAND OR BY SEA Whether you’re enjoying a day at the beach or lounging on a boat, it’s always a good time to take on a new book. No tour of the Outer Banks would be complete without a visit to Buxton Village Books. Don’t let the charming circa 1860 building fool you. There’s nothing outdated about Buxton Village Books. Owner Gee Gee Rosell, a longtime local resident, keeps the shelves stocked with what readers want. “The focus of Buxton Village Books is providing customers, both local residents and visitors alike, with the next book they want to read,” explains Rosell, who has interviewed famed author Nicholas Sparks twice for the local newspaper.
AS FOR YOUR NEXT VACATION READ, ROSELL HAS SOME AUTHOR SUGGESTIONS: • Charles Harry Whedbee – A former judge whose passion was writing about Outer Banks lore and legends. His books include: Legends of the Outer Bank and Tar Heel Tidewater; The Flaming Ship of Ocracoke & Other Tales of the Outer Banks; and Blackbeard’s Cup and Stories of the Outer Banks. • Kevin Duffus – Considered the premier historian for the Outer Banks, his books include War Zone - World War II Off the North Carolina Coast and The Last Days of Blackbeard the Pirate - Within Every Legend Lies a Grain of Truth. • Ben Dixon MacNeill – An esteemed writer, MacNeill was considered an authority on the Outer Banks. His famed book is The Hatterasman.
IF YOU GO: Albatross Fleet, AlbatrossFleet.com Buxton Village Books, BuxtonVillageBooks.com Hatteras Tours, HatterasTours.com Outer Banks Visitor Bureau, OuterBanks.org Breakwater Hatteras, BreakwaterHatteras.com M ay / J u n e 2 0 1 4
Above: The beach at Pea Island is one of the most unspoiled in the Outer Banks. Ernie Foster, owner of the Albatross Fleet, knows where to find the big fish off the coast of the Outer Banks. GeeGee Rosell, the owner of Buxton Village Books, takes time to chat with one of her favorite customers. (Gee Gee photo Courtesy of GeeGee Rosell/Buxton Village Books).
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The Secret of Success Mexico Restaurant: 24 Years in bu siness By Steve Cook, photos by Rober t Thoma s
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HEN YOU CAN successfully operate a family business for nearly 24 years, you must be doing something right. Tack on to that accomplishment the fact that this success has continued even down to the third generation, and it becomes an even more outstanding achievement. In today’s economic climate, such an accomplishment is rare, indeed. But that’s exactly what the Garcia family has done with their Mexico Restaurants. It was back in 1990 that Jose and Raul Garcia opened their first restaurant in Richmond’s West End. You may remember those early days when the Garcias would cheerfully greet and serve guests, with Jose as the chef and their parents, Jose and Maria, helping out up front, delivering chips, cleaning tables and making their delicious salsa. “We still use dad’s recipe to this day,” says Maria “(My father) has always had a passion for food. He operated a taco stand in Guadalajara, Mexico, for many years before we came to Richmond.” So, what accounts for the amazing longevity and success of this closely-knit family business? “Dedication, hard work and love,” says Maria. “We have always strived to give our best to the community.” And, that commitment to the community goes far beyond the business, itself. Through the years, the Garcias have supported dozens of the area’s public, private and nonprofit organizations. This is a family that loves each other and loves what they do. “We are a true family business,” says Maria, who operates Mexico Restaurants with her husband, Javier Lara, her brother Jose, along with her nephews, Eddie, Ramon, Marco, David, Jesus, Jose and niece, Griselda. “I am so proud of them because they want to continue the business and they provide a new energy with the same philosophy of my father…to give each customer our best – from our food to our service to everything.” Maria says she is excited about sharing their new menu, which debuts this month. “We have listened to our guests,” she says, “and will have something for everyone, including a great lineup of gluten-free, vegetarian and seafood, chicken and steak selections. Of course, we’ll still have our popular traditional tacos.” 1 8 H a n ove r L i f e s t y l e
"We boast one of the finest tequila and margarita selections in Richmond," says Maria Garcia, "including our new Richmond-inspired RVA Margarita, and our organic Tres Agaves Margarita.” (Pictured above)
It’s that ongoing commitment that has created loyal, long-time customers. “Our guests are our neighbors and friends that we’ve grown up with Eddie says. “We have many guests that regularly drive over an hour to come to our restaurant.” And it’s not just the food. “Our passion for our food spills over to our love for our authentic Mexican drinks,” says Marco. “We boast one of the finest tequila and margarita selections in Richmond, including our new Richmond-inspired RVA Margarita and our organic Tres Agaves Margarita.” Recalling the early years, Maria says, “Those initial days in Richmond were tough, but as people began to discover our family’s energy and passion, things really took off. We continue to move forward, now with six locations in the Greater Richmond area.” There is, indeed, much to love about Mexico Restaurant. From the moment you enter, you’re captivated by the delectable aromas of fresh Mexican spices, as well as the delicious authentic flavors. In addition, the friendly staff, and the colorful décor with murals of Mexican scenes displayed on the pink and orange walls, combine to make each visit memorable. The menu, perhaps says it best: “Fresh, Family, Fun!” But it’s more than that. It’s the things that are not so readily visible that are the most important ingredients. It’s the love, the dedication, and yes, the hard work, of the Garcia family that has kept Richmonders coming back to Mexico Restaurant for the past 24 years. For locations, menus and more information, visit Mexico-Restaurant.com.
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Chori Pollo
A house favorite! Tender strips of natural chicken grilled along with delicious Mexican Chorizo. Served over a bed of Mexico's signature Spanish rice covered with queso dip.
Blackened Tilapia
Blackened tilapia filet with a house blend of herbs and spices. Served with Mexican white rice and sautĂŠed grilled vegetables.
Enchiladas Mexico
A Mexican tradition, three slow simmered natural chicken and cheese enchiladas topped wit our special guajillo sauce, garnished with lettuce, onions and queso fresco in the company of potatoes.
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RIVER Talkin’ baseball with Detroit Tigers starting pitcher and Goochland native Justin Verlander By Max Heyworth
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hen discussing Justin Verlander’s baseball acumen, it’s hard not to sound a tad hyperbolic. He is arguably the greatest right-handed pitcher of his generation, a claim supported by a Rookie of the Year award in 2006 and a storied 2011 campaign that earned him a Cy Young Award, the AL Pitching Triple Crown and the first MVP for a pitcher since Hall of Famer Dennis Eckersley accomplished the feat in 1992. There’s plenty more, but you get the point. The guy is good. Really good. Historically good. And the coolest part about it? His story begins right up I-64 in Goochland County.
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Justin Verlander takes the field.
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What did you love most about growing up in Goochland? Everything, the home atmosphere, the people in the community. I remember talking to somebody that worked with a cable company in Richmond, and he said that the year I made the big leagues, the MLB package they sold saw a huge flux in sales in Goochland. They support me, and I think it’s great. And I’m never ashamed to say where I’m from. Whenever I’m asked, it’s not Richmond, it’s a small town just west called “Goochland.”
(Clockwise from left): Justin (far right) joins in on a pre-game rally with his team, the Richmond Virginians, prior to the start of the 1996 AAU National Tournament in Chickasha, Oklahoma. A star in the making, Justin pictured on the mound.
Edit Do you see yourself retiring back home? Well, I have a house there, and my family’s always going to be there, so yeah, I do. Favorite restaurant in the Richmond area? Ah man. Well, Portico is right by my house. I also like going over to Lemaire if I want a nice dinner. A lot of times I’ll go over and eat in Short Pump, all those restaurants: Cheesecake [Factory], Bonefish [Grill], Olive Garden, those types of places. Favorite bar/hangout? [Smiling] I don’t go out too much in Richmond. Alright, favorite place to grab a quiet drink, then. My house? [Laughs] Favorite player of all time? Nolan Ryan. How about a current one? Miguel Cabrera. [Laughs]
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Verlander poses in his Team USA uniform at the 2003 PanAmerican Games in the Dominican Republic. Justin and his mother, Kathy Verlander, before his first Tuckahoe Little League game. Family photos courtesy of Richard and Kathy Verlander.
Yeah, that’s an easy call. Favorite baseball movie? I have a few. Either Bull Durham or For Love of the Game. A serious one would be Field of Dreams. You told your parents you wanted to be a pro ballplayer when you were just 6 years old. And here you are, probably the best pitcher of your generation. What would you say to a six year-old kid from Goochland who tells his parents the same thing? I think my parents did a great job, and this goes back to how I got all the support. We’ve told this story a lot, when I said I wanted to be a pro ballplayer, my mom and dad would go home and say “Gosh, you know, that’s what every kid dreams, but the reality is 99.9% that it’s not gonna happen.” But they never said “No.” They were always positive. I wasn’t always the best, I was one of those kids that didn’t really mature as quick as some other guys. I remember AAU teams where there were guys that were a lot better than me. But I always stayed the course, and I was playing the game for the right reason--I just loved playing the game. I wasn’t playing to be the best; I always wanted to be, but that’s not why I played the game. I just enjoyed the competitive atmosphere, just getting out there and playing with my buddies.
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HINGS ARE GETTING so cool on the local culinary scene that the publishers of this magazine suggested that I team up with someone who is much more hip and cool than myself to help bring you the latest scoops and other tidbits from local eateries. So, welcome to Taste Budz. In recent weeks, Joey Wharton, creative services director, here at the magazine, has been joining me on our weekly River City Flavor radio program (Thursdays at noon on 102.9 FM-WHAN Radio). Our Taste Budz segment airs about 12:30 during the show. And, if you haven’t heard it, please tune in for weekly updates on all the latest restaurant news. Now, I admit, I love to eat, but Joey is a true foodie. He’s more adventurous and knowledgeable than I. So, let me introduce him and let him share some of his most recent dining discoveries. JOEY: I got a chance to stop by the new Boka Taco Bar that just opened in the Fan (304 N. Robinson Street/BokaTruck.com). I’m proud to say that I had the very first taco when they opened. I waited patiently outside the door and I couldn’t have been more excited. I had the Asian Bolgogi Beef, which is a sweet and spicy Kimchi with sesame aioli and herbs. I also tried the Asian tofu just to get my vegetarian fix in. They were absolutely fantastic tacos.
STEVE: I spoke with Shawn Gregory right before we went to press and he tells me that he’s putting the finishing touches on a brand new restaurant concept, which he’ll be debuting in Hanover in early June. Shawn, as you probably know is the retired Henrico County firefighter, who opened the appropriately-named Halligan Bar and Grill in Shockoe Bottom in 2008. More recently, Shawn opened his second firehouse-themed restaurant/bar in West Broad Village. Regarding his Hanover restaurant, he tells me, “It will be a completely new concept…more of a quick service place. But it will still have a firehouse theme.” The Halligan Bar-B-Q Express, located in the Northcross Center, 10180 Lakeridge Parkway, will, as the name suggests, focus on The Halligan Bar’s signature barbecue sandwiches and platters. The new place, which Shawn says will seat 20 and be primarily take-out, will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. “We’ll be featuring some very unique breakfast items, centering around our barbecue,” he says. In addition to the new restaurant, there will also be a Halligan Bar-B-Q Express concession cart open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Greentop Sporting Goods.
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store trying to see what they had. I left without buying anything. I love this grocery superstar so much that I named my pet hamster “Wegman.” STEVE: I’m not that devoted, but I’ve been sold on Wegmans since my first visit. Shortly after I married, I took my wife to visit her grandmother in Syracuse. “You have to go to Wegmans,” she kept telling me on the trip up. I had no idea how a supermarket could be so enthralling, until I went. JOEY: Word is that plans are to build a Wegmans in the West Broad Marketplace, near Short Pump Town Center. A second location is also planned for Chesterfield. STEVE: This one, I’ll have to file under Hidden Gems. Have you discovered Pelon’s Baja Grill (2231 Dabney Road/PelonsBajaGrill.com)? It’s a cool, little Mexican/surfer bar café, tucked into an industrial/warehouse complex in the Near West End. The place serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of my personal breakfast favorites is the Mexican Scramble. Ask for a taste of their habanero pineapple sauce. The Muscara family opened their first grill in Virginia Beach in 2005, and then moved on to Norfolk. Now, they’ve opened their third location here. Owner, John Muscara, tells me that he primarily moved into the space on Dabney Road in order to bottle and distribute his salsas on a retail level. His Salsa Fresca will be the first to launch. But (good news!), John says that his fantastic habanero pineapple sauce will soon follow. If you have any cool restaurant news, Joey and I want to hear from you. Give us a call at (804) 639-9994 or email us at RiverCityLiveRadio@gmail. com. Also, look for the latest Taste Budz scoops at RichmondNavigator.com.
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Think Again By Vicki O'Neal , A SID, CID, VSLD
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IVING GREEN” and “sustainability” are phrases we hear almost daily. To live sustainably means using the Earth's resources only at a rate at which they can be replenished. That’s a tall order, but if we make a small shift in our thinking and priorities, our individual efforts can collectively make a difference. Once your radar is up, incorporating easy steps to facilitate a green lifestyle becomes second nature. As a culture, we are collectively described as “consumers.” I don’t personally like the term, but it does fit. We consume lots of different types of commodities and products, many of which are for survival or comfort, and most consumables are eventually discarded. The real issue is not that we consume; it is how we consume and the all-toofrequent by-product of consumption – waste. Billions of tons of objects and materials are disposed of and find their way into our landfills or incinerators. Since most of us have not ever seen a landfill, we don’t think about where the trash ends up. Out of sight may equate to out of mind, but the national and global cost of waste, economically and to health, is enormous. Our landfills contain immense volumes of reusable materials. Inventions and innovations for preventing waste and recapturing those resources are in constant development by forward-thinking companies and individuals. The reuse of just about everything salvageable and the rethink of the status quo is a trending topic to say the least. I’ll share some ways you can easily participate at home, at work and in the garden. You can actually make it a challenge and have fun in the process!
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RECYCLE Most everyone is familiar with the idea of recycling. Many communities, including those in our Region, have made it very easy with curbside “single-stream” collection that requires no pre-sorting. In central Virginia, recycled items are hand sorted, so including only approved items lowers costs and keeps the process flowing smoothly. What if you live in an area where recycling is not so convenient? It is still doable, but takes a little organization. Consider recycling much of your kitchen waste by composting. See the garden section below for more information. RETHINK Many people, including myself, enjoy the ease of online shopping. Although the convenience is appealing, with every order comes the impact of product packaging and delivery. Ever notice how many products are packaged in plastics and/or Styrofoam? Both of these materials have a huge environmental impact. Plastics in particular account for a huge volume of waste, and their recapture and recycling is a complex industrial undertaking. Consider the volume of plastics used just in the bottled water industry. What is even more surprising is that much of the water tested is either no better or actually poorer quality than the water from your tap. It makes more sense to buy a travel water thermos and refill it instead. Plastic bags are another environmental concern. Few are actually recycled, but we as consumers can insist on development of biodegradable plastics or a return to paper bags made from highly-renewable sources such as bamboo. REDESIGN When you think of ideas for the interior design of your home or business, what images come to mind? Are there particular items that you’re looking for that will meet a special functional need or add that unique aesthetic touch you’re seeking? A piece often doesn’t have to be brand new or come from a top-end manufacturer to be just perfect. For instance, consider reupholstering your furniture instead of replacing it. Many of the furniture frames that were constructed in past years are superior in materials and assembly techniques to those sold today. For wooden furniture, why not try your hand at decorative painting, distressing or faux finishing? For unique and inexpensive décor items, consider found objects in nature or things you might pick up at a yard sale or thrift store. Don’t neglect a look in your own attic for the possibility of repurposing a forgotten item and don’t forget those potential family heirlooms—‘50s modern is a hot design trend right now. Use
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"A sustainable garden is the result of proper selection, soil preparation, planting, and mulching techniques" your imagination when hunting for fun finds. Visually isolating the object you’re considering from the things around it aids in the process of elimination. “RE-GARDEN” One of the biggest challenges to successful gardening in our area is the heavy clay soils that are common. There is no better way of improving the soil than by amending it with compost. Composting is a boon to your garden and also reduces basic kitchen and yard waste. In master gardener circles, compost is called “black gold” because it yields far better soil than any that can be purchased, and it’s free! Creating a growing landscape adds mature beauty and substance to areas that have been deforested by overdevelopment. A sustainable garden is the result of proper selection, soil preparation, planting, and mulching techniques to insure the trees and shrubs you plant today will be alive and well for generations to come. Using drip irrigation or soaker hoses around trees and shrubs reduces water consumption and actually protects plant health by watering the roots instead of wetting foliage. Xeriscaping is a planting technique of clustering plants with similar watering needs to reduce consumption. Refocusing on native and drought-tolerant plants and minimizing lawn areas further reduces environmental drain. RETHINK Living green is not only about caring for and protecting our planet. It’s about empowering ourselves, making healthy choices and dictating to the marketplace how we want to live instead of the reverse. I believe we have a responsibility to engage in protecting our future and that of our children. For more on the topics in this article and related ideas please visit my website and blog at FormAndFunctionLLC.com. M ay / J u n e 2 0 1 4
Opposite (clockwise): Bring new life to furniture you might otherwise discard. Try your hand at some fresh color and fun designs to brighten a child’s room or other special location. For capturing run off for reuse, this eco-friendly garden includes rain barrels and a decorative rain chain. A vegetable garden can be integrated as a beautiful landscape feature. Painted furniture in the landscape can add a splash of color just where you need it, and complement or contrast with surrounding plantings and blossoms.
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Patios for Great Outdoor Living By Tammie Wersinger
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HE WARM WEATHER is beckoning us to “come on out.” However, if our outdoor living space isn’t inviting us to “sit down, relax and stay awhile,’’ we’re much more likely to turn around and head back inside. In recent years, the design trend for outdoor living has been leaning toward a modern and personal oasis, with elements like stamped and formed concrete, multi-purpose outdoor kitchens and beautiful and comfortable furniture. “My clients are really interested in, not just going outside, but really enjoying the outdoors,’’ says Lisa Santiago, who provides outdoor furnishings and space planning throughout the U.S. and Virgin Islands. “It’s no longer brown finishes and lantern lighting. This year, it’s all about robust colors that pop and high-tech lighting and appliances.” According to the Residential Landscape Architecture Trends Survey, the top five features for outdoor living in the entertainment and kitchen category (in order of importance) were: lighting; seating and dining areas; fire pits and fireplaces; grills; and installed seating. With guidance from the survey, we’ve come up with our own list of important elements to incorporate into your patios and decks.
Seating and Furniture Gone are the days of uncomfortable medal and sticky plastic chairs. Group seating areas, with sectional sofas and chairs with ottomans, are available in a variety of styles and materials. Faux wicker pieces, with over-stuffed cushions, are popular, as well as larger outdoor-dining tables for groups and fire pit tables for cozy gatherings.
Flooring A concrete patio works well in spaces that need defined edges. When pouring cement, areas can be left open to incorporate plants, gardens or ponds. With stamped concrete, floors can be designed to look like wood, stone, tile and bricks and colored to go with any palette. Deck tiles are designed to be snapped together to create a modular deck. Wood decks, which are classic and comfortable, can be painted to fit in with a modern space. Finally, brick and stone surfaces add charm and an old-world look that works in a number of settings. 2 8 H a n ove r L i f e s t y l e
For those nippy nights, a heat source is a must for outdoor living. Warm up with a stainless-steel gas heater, a fireplace that doubles as a pizza oven or a fire pit in the ground or incorporated into a table. Chimineas are still popular, but have moved beyond the earth-tone ceramic variety to include vibrant colors and a variety of metals and shapes. For gasburning heat sources, fire beads, glass and stones and lava rocks add a nice finishing touch. Lighting Fiber optic lighting uses a single light source to make star-lit ceilings or illuminated floors, and colored LED lighting uses a computerized controller to produce just about any hue in the rainbow. An over-sized floor lamp for outdoor use can light an entire patio, while directional lighting illuminates stairs and walkways for safety and beauty. Other options include railing lights and up-lighting trees, string lights and ceiling fans.
Outdoor Kitchens For homeowners who want to bring all the indoor-kitchen conveniences outside, outdoor refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens continue to be popular options, as well as multi-purpose grills with side burners and warmers. In addition, designers are being asked to incorporate more counter space, along with sinks and full-service bars.
Color Incorporate colors into your outdoor space with fabrics, flooring, plants and flowers. If you want to use the vibrant and popular reds, mandarin, yellows, teals and greens, it’s best to use them in accents, such as seat cushions, pillows, rugs and umbrellas. “The sky is the limit when it comes to designing an outdoor space,’’ Santiago says. “There’s nothing like seeing a homeowner’s dream of a great outdoor space come to fruition.”
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