Eat It, Virginia!
Eat It, Virginia!
Eat It, Virginia is your front-row seat to the stories and people that make both Richmond and Virginia a top food destination. Hosted by Scott Wise and Robey Martin, each episode dishes on the latest restaurant openings, the hottest Virginia dining trends, and insider tips food lovers won’t find anywhere else. You’ll meet the chefs, farmers, bartenders, winemakers, and restaurant owners shaping th…Social links:
Secrets Behind Richmond’s Most Buzzed-About Bagels – Yero Rudzinskas of Baltik’s Bagel
Baltik’s Bagel founder Yero Rudzinskas shares his journey from Michelin-starred kitchens and high finance to building one of Richmond’s most buzzed-about bagel shops. In this Eat It, Virginia! podcast episode, he reveals his bagel-making secrets, business philosophy, and why community connection dr…
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From Marine Corps to Master Chocolatier - Tim Gearhart Takes Us Inside Gearharts Fine Chocolates
Eat It, Virginia, co-hosts Scott Wise and Robey Martin sit down with Tim Gearhart, founder of Gearharts Fine Chocolates, to explore his 25-year journey in confectionery. Tim shares how his love for food began in Charlottesville, took him through a stint as a Marine Corps cook, and eventually led to…
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Pinky’s = Tapas, Pork Belly Magic & a Whole Lotta Love | Eat It, Virginia: On the Road
Eat It, Virginia hit the road to Scott’s Addition in Richmond for a trip to Pinky’s, a Mediterranean‑inspired tapas spot with big personality, unforgettable flavors, and a whole lotta heart. 💖 Owner & chef Steve DeRaffele dishes on everything that makes Pinky’s special, from his mom’s influenc…
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Memi Shehata and Rania Yacoub: Memi’s
On this episode of Eat It, Virginia! we sit down with Memi Shehata and Rania Yacoub of Egyptian restaurant Memi’s and Fan favorite 3 Monkeys in Richmond. Memi’s, now celebrating its first anniversary, is one of the city’s newest Egyptian eateries. It’s the culmination of a journey that began nearl…
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Matt Kirwan: Daisy's
When music lover and chef Matt Kirwan opened Daisy's at Tredegar this summer, it was like a dream come true. Located adjacent to Richmond's new Allianz Amphitheater, the restaurant has become a pregame destination for concertgoers. "I still have to pinch myself sometimes," Kirwan told hosts Scott …
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The Smoky Mug in Richmond, Virginia
The Smoky Mug recently opened its expanded location along North Avenue off Brookland Park Boulevard in Richmond, growing from a 1,400-square-foot space with 8 indoor seats to a 3,000-square-foot restaurant featuring 35 dining room seats, a 10-seat bar, and a 25-seat lounge area. Co-owners Dan Lee a…
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The Richmond Experience & Lauren Z. Ray
Eat It, Virginia! takes you behind the scenes with two influential social media creators showcasing Richmond, Virginia restaurants and events to both longtime locals looking for new things to try and audiences who may have never heard of Richmond. Paige Poprocky, co-owner of the Richmond Experienc…
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Kyle Perkins: The Tides Inn
Chef Kyle Perkins has found his culinary home at Salt & Meadow inside The Tides Inn in Irvington, Virginia, where the breathtaking waterfront views and local seafood inspire his cooking. "I came and I walked through the front door at the Tides Inn. I saw the view, and I said, 'Yep, sign me up,'" …
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Grayum Vickers: Lost Letter and Lillian
Join us as we dive into the unconventional journey of Grayum Vickers, the innovative wine director and sommelier at Richmond’s Lost Letter and Lillian restaurants. Discover how this former high school meteorology teacher and punk rock musician found his passion for wine. Grayum shares his insights …
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Amy Cabaniss: Revel and Julep's
Amy Cabaniss, owner of Revel Market and Bar in Lakeside and Julep's in downtown Richmond, discusses her Richmond restaurant journey which began in 1998. She highlights the unique features of Revel, including a secret patio and how a trip to New Orleans inspired the venture. She also addresses som…
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