Courtney Mailey is the queen bee at Blue Bee Cider. She founded the cidery in downtown Richmond, Virginia a decade ago and has become a champion of Virginia apples. The podcast also features Kel Ward, a member of the Blue Bee Cider production team. 

Courtney Mailey is the queen bee at <a href="https://www.bluebeecider.com/">Blue Bee Cider</a>. She founded the cidery in downtown Richmond, Virginia a decade ago and has become a champion of Virginia apples. The podcast also features Kel Ward, a member of the Blue Bee Cider production team.&nbsp;

Eat It, Virginia! is a deep dive into the food, restaurants, and dining trends of Richmond, Virginia and spots around the Commonwealth. 

Eat It, Virginia! is a deep dive into the food, restaurants, and dining trends of Richmond, Virginia and spots around the Commonwealth.

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 the local culinary scene and discover where to find hidden gems, must-try dishes, and unforgettable dining experiences.

Whether you’re a Richmond local, a Virginia-wide foodie, a tourist planning your trip, or a culinary traveler, Eat It, Virginia will guide you to the best new restaurants, upcoming food events, and behind-the-scenes stories that make dining here so very special. Follow now for engaging trusted recommendations and a taste of Virginia’s best.

 

Richmond restaurants · Virginia dining · food trends · restaurant openings · foodie travel · chef interviews · local food events · wine and cocktails · farm-to-table · restaurant reviews · dining guides · hidden gems · culinary stories · food recommendations · Virginia wine · craft cocktails · fine dining · casual eats · food culture

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&nbsp;Virginia dining trends, and insider tips food lovers won&rsquo;t find anywhere else. You&rsquo;ll meet the chefs, farmers, bartenders, winemakers, and restaurant owners shaping the&nbsp;local culinary scene and discover where to find hidden gems, must-try dishes, and unforgettable dining experiences.
Whether you&rsquo;re a&nbsp;Richmond local, a&nbsp;Virginia-wide foodie, a&nbsp;tourist planning your trip, or a&nbsp;culinary traveler, Eat It, Virginia will guide you to the best new restaurants, upcoming&nbsp;food events, and behind-the-scenes stories that make dining here so very special. Follow now for engaging trusted recommendations and a taste of Virginia&rsquo;s best.
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Richmond restaurants &middot; Virginia dining &middot; food trends &middot; restaurant openings &middot; foodie travel &middot; chef interviews &middot; local food events &middot; wine and cocktails &middot; farm-to-table &middot; restaurant reviews &middot; dining guides &middot; hidden gems &middot; culinary stories &middot; food recommendations &middot; Virginia wine &middot; craft cocktails &middot; fine dining &middot; casual eats &middot; food culture

Courtney Mailey: Blue Bee Cider

On this month's episode of Eat It, Virginia, hosts Scott Wise and Robey Martin sit down with Herbie Abernethy and Josh Novicki, the Richmond duo behind three of the city's most celebrated restaurants: Cobra Cabana, Hot For Pizza, and Brave Captain.

Herbie and Josh share the story of how two art school kids from East Carolina University, connected through a thriving North Carolina music scene, found their way to Richmond and built a restaurant empire rooted in community.

From the origins of Cobra Cabana's legendary $5 beer and shot deal, to the 40-year-old sourdough starter powering Hot For Pizza's pies, to the newly opened Brave Captain, this conversation is packed with great stories, colorful opinions, and plenty of Richmond restaurant recommendations.

You can read the full article at WTVR.com.

Eat It, Virginia is available on WTVR.com, the CBS 6 YouTube page, and Spotify.

On this month's episode of Eat It, Virginia, hosts Scott Wise and Robey Martin sit down with Herbie Abernethy and Josh Novicki, the Richmond duo behind three of the city's most celebrated restaurants: Cobra Cabana, Hot For Pizza, and Brave Captain.
Herbie and Josh share the story of how two art school kids from East Carolina University, connected through a thriving North Carolina music scene, found their way to Richmond and built a restaurant empire rooted in community.
From the origins of Cobra Cabana's legendary $5 beer and shot deal, to the 40-year-old sourdough starter powering Hot For Pizza's pies, to the newly opened Brave Captain, this conversation is packed with great stories, colorful opinions, and plenty of Richmond restaurant recommendations.
You can read the full article at WTVR.com.
Eat It, Virginia is available on <a href="https://www.wtvr.com/eat-it-virginia">WTVR.com</a>, the <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLzdUz3ZudXu-ntsUhaLSvDwqox4aFE8RW/videos">CBS 6 YouTube page</a>, and <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3B9hGWe58oNVmvNItKKpWb?si=2f49decc2c9d4f83">Spotify</a>.

Herbie Abernethy and Josh Novicki's rockin' Richmond restaurants

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 drives his success.

You'll Learn:
How Yero went from chef to banker to bagel maker.
The process behind Baltik’s Bagel’s signature chewy, glossy crust.
Why Richmond’s South Side was the perfect location for his Baltik’s Bagel.
Tips for perfect bagels at home — fermentation, boiling, baking.
His plans for expanding in Richmond’s growing food scene.
Stories from New York City Bagel Fest People’s Choice win.

Baltik&rsquo;s Bagel founder Yero Rudzinskas shares his journey from Michelin-starred kitchens and high finance to building one of Richmond&rsquo;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 drives his success.
You'll Learn:
<ul>
<li>How Yero went from chef to banker to bagel maker.</li>
<li>The process behind Baltik&rsquo;s Bagel&rsquo;s signature chewy, glossy crust.</li>
<li>Why Richmond&rsquo;s South Side was the perfect location for his Baltik&rsquo;s Bagel.</li>
<li>Tips for perfect bagels at home &mdash; fermentation, boiling, baking.</li>
<li>His plans for expanding in Richmond&rsquo;s growing food scene.</li>
<li>Stories from New York City Bagel Fest People&rsquo;s Choice win.</li>
</ul>

Secrets Behind Richmond’s Most Buzzed-About Bagels – Yero Rudzinskas of Baltik’s Bagel

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 opening one of Virginia’s most beloved chocolate shops in 2001.

He discusses the artistry behind Gearharts’ signature 16-piece collection, his seasonal creations, and the expansion into a Short Pump chocolate café.

Tim also unveils the story behind James River Chocolate Company and Gunny’s Bark, a veteran-inspired product benefiting the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.

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 opening one of Virginia&rsquo;s most beloved chocolate shops in 2001.
He discusses the artistry behind Gearharts&rsquo; signature 16-piece collection, his seasonal creations, and the expansion into a Short Pump chocolate caf&eacute;.
Tim also unveils the story behind James River Chocolate Company and Gunny&rsquo;s Bark, a veteran-inspired product benefiting the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation.

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