local flavor Prince William Foodies, Meet EpiQ Food Hall
By Rena Malai
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oday, going out to eat is so commonplace that it’s often seen as a necessity rather than a treat. But that doesn’t mean it’s always an easy task. There are food decisions to make, picky eaters to placate and sometimes large numbers of people to accommodate. Finding one restaurant or even one type of food to please everyone can sometimes feel impossible.
Enter the Food Hall Concept These are a few reasons why the concept of food halls has become a growing phenomenon across the country, according to Michael Kim, developer of EpiQ Food Hall in Woodbridge. A brand-new concept to Prince William, EpiQ is a neighborhood spot to gather together and partake in all kinds of cuisines from local establishments, says Kim. “EpiQ is a place right in the community offering a chef driven collection of individual culinary partners in a setting that is very expansive, comfortable and roomy so you can enjoy your food and not feel like you’re crowded in,” he says.
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At EpiQ, diners can take in everything from noodle bowls to southern comfort food and even soft serve ice cream. There really is something for everyone, says Kim, pointing out that one of the major driving forces behind EpiQ is community.
Gathering the Community Together It’s not only a place to eat, but a space for conducting meetings and events. Given the variety of options and space to spread, gathering groups together over meals becomes easier. Nonprofits and organizations dedicated to community outreach can enjoy free meeting space at EpiQ while having easy access to food and drink, he says. “We want to be a part of the community and there are so many great causes right in Prince William,” Kim says. “We’re excited to be a go-to space, and our belief is if we help to foster growth in the community, wonderful things can happen.” Anyone can book an event at EpiQ Food Hall in one of their private rooms — the Mezzanine, which seats up to 80 guests or
