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RIVER CITY REDSKINSThe Washington Redskins training

camp reopens with new talent, including former UFL head coach Jay Gruden.

20 YOUR "DOOR" TO A COOL SUMMER TRIPWisconsins Door County provides an escape from the heat, culinary treats, and an abun-dance of art.

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WATER WAYSVicki ONeal explains how to

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CONTRIBUTORS

DON J. KAPPEL

Don J. Kappel retired recently as Director of Public Affairs for Chesterfield Coounty. Prior to his 20-year career with the county, he served on active duty as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps for 20 years, retiring as a Major in May 1994. He earned his Master of Journalism degree from Temple University, Philadelphia, in 1991 after being selected as one of 10 U.S. Marine Corps officers to attend graduate school. An avid kayaker, he and his wife, Joan, also love to travel.

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With thirty-plus years in the graphic arts industry, Tim is an experienced food stylist, food photographer, and grand dad! He also enjoys the fruits of his labor as a passionate foodie, too!

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For nearly three decades, Tammie Wersinger wrote feature stories about communities, people, trends and breaking news for the Orlando Sentinel in Central Florida. Married and the mother of three boys, her passion used to be camping, boating, fishing and all sports, espe-cially surfing and other extreme activities. Now that her sons are grown and have given her three granddaughters, her interests have mellowed. She enjoys art, traveling, volunteering and, most of all, hosting tea parties for a trio of little girls.

JACK TRAMMEL

Jack Trammells most recent of 24 books in-clude The Richmond Slave Trade and Down on the Chickahominy, both nominees for the Library of Virginia Literary Award for non-fic-tion. The winner of numerous literary awards, Trammell has published hundreds of stories, articles and poems, in addition to penning a regular column for the Washington Times for seven years. He teaches at Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Va., and lives on a farm near Charlottesville in Louisa County.


I VE KNOWN RICHMOND since before it was RVA. I was here when West End and South of the James had bumper sticker throw-downs. I recall Miller & Rhoads and Thalhimers, the Clover Room, and the Nickel Bridge when its name was accurate. I graduated from the Uni-versity of Richmond when only women lived on the Westhampton Col-lege side of the lake. Ive lived in the city, the West End, and Chesterfield.

I havent lived here all of my life, nor have I always wanted to live here. In the last 10 years, however, Ive seen the region expand, mature, and blossom. Now Im proud to call the Richmond Region my home.

In the past two years, Richmonders meaning all of us, not just those within the city limits have helped raise our area to national prominence. Thanks to objective measures and the passion of our people, Outside magazine named Richmond the Best River Town in 2012 and CraftBeer.com proclaimed Mekong Restaurant as Great American Beer Bar in the U.S. in 2012 and 2013. And Frommers named Richmond a must-see destination in the world for 2014, for our outstanding food, craft beer, outdoor scene, and history.

As a writer, editor and proud Richmonder, theres no job Id rather have than one that allows me to celebrate the region, helping others appre-ciate it, too. As managing editor of the Richmond Navigator magazines, I look forward to meeting our readers and to making the magazines both a resource and a pleasure. I look forward to sharing stories of our creative, friendly and industrious people; of fascinating businesses that meet con-sumers needs and make life better; and of the amazing opportunities to eat, drink, relax, work, play, and be merry throughout the Richmond area.

This month, we sample the areas great outdoor scene with a peek at local kayaking, especially for beginners. We remember two Richmond hangouts, as they used to be, and look at area restaurants and entertain-ment. We present a Richmonders guide to the Washington Redskins training camp, featuring Skins players with Richmond roots, a look at the Women of Washington (WOW) fan club, and information on mak-ing the most of the training camp. And we examine ways to make your home even more enjoyable and restful. Since even those who gladly call Richmond home sometimes get that itch to explore, we also present a monthly travel destination, cool Door County, Wisconsin, from a Rich-mond perspective.

Like me, the entire staff at Richmond Navigator is proud of our city, so the pages of the magazine are never enough. Youll find more informa-tion at the RichmondNavigator.com web site: additional reader resources and calendar plus our River City Radio shows online, for weekly foodie entertainment and news.

Make the journey with us, as Richmond continues to change and grow. Lets all enjoy our town for all its worth!

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Libbie Mill & Southern Season Construction crews are still busy in that swath of land between West Broad Street and Staples Mill Road near Libbie Avenue in Henrico County, but one flagship store is set to open soon.

The development, Libbie Mill, will be a pedestrian-friendly, 80-acre mixed-use neighborhood that will include a two-acre lake as well as homes, apartments, retail and off ice space, and a three-story public library.

The communitys downtown will serve as a focal point for shop-ping, dining, business, and people watching. In addition to creating the lake, Gumenick Property, the developer, plans to add extensive land-scaping, giving the development an inviting aesthetic appeal.

The neighborhood is projected to have 994 homes, including condo-miniums, townhomes and single-family homes, and 1,096 apartments. Retail and office space will cover about 160,000 square feet.

Libbie Mills first major retailer is slated to open in late July of 2014. Southern Season, a foodies delight, was founded in 1975 and has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Southern Living, and Gourmet Retailer as well as on the Food Network.

The 50,000-square-foot-plus entertaining emporium offers a com-plete culinary experience: specialty retail store, full-service restaurant and cooking school. The North Carolina-based store features local product integration, stocking over 10,000 Virginia-based artisan goods and products.

Dining options include a bakery and deli for lunch or dinner as well as a full-service, upscale, casual restaurant for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

The Richmond store joins two other Southern Season locations: in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and in Charleston, South Carolina. The company has plans to open stores in Charlotte, Atlanta, Birmingham, Nashville, and D.C.

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The local farm products youll discover include seasonal fruits, vegetables, grass-fed beef, free-range chicken, country sausage, and GMO-free eggs. Youll also find homemade pies, cookies, bread, cheese, yogurt, fresh flowers, and artisan products.WestEndFarmersMarket.com

Watch Youth Sports At Its Best Talented young athletes from around the country will be coming to the Richmond Region this summer, providing local residents the opportu-nity to enjoy great sporting events and spot tomorrows stars. Youll be sharing the stands with college coaches, agents, and maybe even some of todays superstars.

West Ends First BrewpubNot only does Short Pump have its first brewery, it has a brewpub with full-service kitchen.

Rock Bottom is part of na-tional CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, which has won awards for its brewpubs and beers from the prestigious Great American Beer Festival (GABF) and World Beer Cup competitions. However, each locations beer program gets a lot of local leeway. Four standard beers are always on tap, using the same recipes from other locations across the country, like the Klsch light German ale, not-too-hoppy house IPA and Belgian wheat. Styles range from light and easy drinking to high-ABV, complex monsters.

Otherwise, the head brewer, Becky Hammond, has license to create beers that utilize her creativity and please local beer drinkers like her Coffee con Leche stout on nitro, Devils Thumb Belgian Strong Ale, and Sweet Nut Brown (perfect for those weaned on hometown Leg-end Brown).

The food at Rock Bottom Brewery & Restaurant covers the bases, too, featuring American favorites with Southwestern flair.

Rock Bottom Brewery & Restaurant is located at Short Pump Town Center, near Dicks Sporting Goods and over Richmond Funny Bone Comedy Club.

July 12-172014 Elite Clubs National League Finals, Girls Soccer

The ECNL Nike-soccer af-filiated league hosts 52 teams of girls, 15 to 17, and 23 years old at the West Creek Soccer Com-plex, 12575 West Creek Pkwy., Richmond.EliteClubsNationalLeague.com

July 23-August 2U.S. Baseball Championships, Triple Crown Sports

Seventy teams of 15- to 18-year-old boys will play at Henrico County baseball fields, University of Richmond, Randolph-Macon

University, and the Virginia Sports Complex. The event is one of the premier college showcase events in the country. An all-star game (North vs. South) will take place at RF&P Park (date TBA). Free and open to the public. TripleCrownSports.com

August 5-10Inner City Classic & Black World Series, Metropolitan Junior Baseball League

This Richmond-based organiza-tion will bring 50 teams of boys in the 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 19U divi-sions from 12 states and possibly even the Bahamas.mjbl.org

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A FEW SHORT YEARS AGO I found myself exploring what has been called behavioral finance, that newly created science of how in-vestors approach the investment process armed with those deadly emo-tions of fear and greed. As behavioral finance suggests, if you approach investing for financial independence in retirement without considering the effects of these emotions, you are doomed to failure.

Trying to better understand what motivates people has become a cor-nerstone to my practice. Ive learned to embrace a very important principle: people dont care how much you know until they know how much you care. How profound is that? You might have all the book sense in the world, but what is the point of applying your technical skills to a clients situa-tion while you still have an incomplete human understanding of their core beliefs and needs?

I would like to think that Ive gained a lot of knowledge about finances and investing over the decades Ive been doing this, such that Im able to guide my clients to the place they most wish to visit. As part of the process, I have learned that the value of my advice will improve in direct proportion to the knowledge I have about the clients themselves.

I have just been introduced to a growing body of research that is being developed at the MIT Agelab in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Part of the focus is working with businesses and governments to improve the lives

of older adults and those who care for them. They intend to develop a systems approach to invent life tomorrow for people 45 and over, including innovations in transportation, lon-gevity planning, health and well-being, and home services.

As part of the MIT Agelab study, they have developed three simple questions that you need to ask yourself to assess how prepared you are to live well in retirement: 1) who will change my light bulbs, 2) how will I get an ice cream cone, and 3) who will I have lunch with?

Seems really simple, doesnt it, but the an-swers have profound implications. For me as an advisor, understanding what is most important in my clients lives can then, and only then, be-gin to help me help them. If you are part of that sandwich generation, with children still at home and taking care of aging parents, all of this will be important to your life as well as caring for them today.

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BY NOW, you have probably heard many of the benefits of the ancient medicinal tea first consumed by the Chinese more than 4,000 years ago. However, did you know that researchers have shown it can help diminish bad breath?

A recent study showed the polyphenols contained in green tea can stop the production of volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). These com-pounds may be some of the primary causes of why your spouse wont kiss you in the morning.

VSCs arise from bacteria in your mouth eating whatever you are eat-ing or whatever you ate a few hours ago, or last night before you went to bed and forgot to brush. The process literally putrefies your saliva, breaking proteins down into hydrogen sulphide (rotting egg smell) and methyl mercaptan (rotting cabbage smell). Ewww!

Great, so no more toothpaste for me, right? Wrong. Toothpaste shows similar but slightly reduced VSC prevention. It makes up in this deficiency by lasting longer. Where green tea only freshens your breath for about an hour, toothpaste can diminish VSC production up to three hours.

Further, toothpaste delivers fluoride to your teeth, which is para-mount in cavity prevention. So whats the take-home message? Try re-placing your afternoon coffee break with some green tea and have as

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many cups as you like. That, along with reg-ular flossing, brushing, and dental checkups, should help keep those pesky (and putrid!) VSCs at bay.

Dr. Pete Appleby is a Virginia native who graduated with distinction from University of Virginia before receiving his DDS from the Medical Col-lege of Virginia at VCU. Af ter graduating, he continued his studies, completing a rigor-ous certif icate program in Advanced General Dentistry at the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2011. This advanced training covered all aspects of family, cosmetic, and implant dentistry.

Dr. Appleby is able to bring his patients the most current techniques in dental treatment, from cleanings and cavities to complex full-mouth rehabilitations. Dr. Appleby prides himself not only on the quality of his care, but on establishing open and honest communication with his patients. I intend to be your dentist for life! In his free time, Pete enjoys golf, music, rock climbing, and taking care of his pet chameleon, Leon.

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Right: Robert Griffin III, Quarterback

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THERES SOMETHING ABOUT Richmond in late July that makes you forget about the heat and enjoy the summer. For some, its the communal fondness for outdoor activities.

For others, its an appreciation for the combined splendor of craft beer and grilling. And for many, its the River Citys growing profes-sional sports landscape. In years past, this largely meant evenings watching baseball at The Diamond, where the Flying Squirrels continue the legacy of Richmond teams and organizations that this city has for so long held so dear.

Then came 2013, and the arrival of a team whose fan base has long since entrenched itself within the Richmond region. Its a

team that spans generations of fathers and sons, mothers and daugh-ters, friends and foes alike, a team that unites not only a divided state (looking at you, NoVA) but an entire region. Its an organization that continually touches the lives of football-crazed individuals, young and old alike, a franchise that stands on the shoulders of giants, like Sonny Jurgensen and Joe Gibbs, whose legacy is carried by ascendant stars like Robert Griffin III and Pierre Garon. But above all, its a community of loyal (and patient) fans who share just as much in this storied dynasty. Im talking about, of course, the Washington Redskins.

South of The Diamond, nestled just off of West Broad Street, you will find the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Cen-

ter, now the teams official training camp. The move to the Richmond facility was a decidedly new concept for an organization that hadnt

trained away from its team headquarters in Ashburn, Virginia, since 2002. It was an equally new experience for the fans, who, at the time of

the facilitys construction last year, had just celebrated a 2012 season in which their famed rookie quarterback led their beloved Redskins to a 10-6 record and

first NFC East division title since 1999. The Redskins hoped that Richmond would provide an atmosphere that was consistent with what they had come to expect from

their ever-dedicated fan base, and the city didnt disappoint.This year, even more new and exciting aspects will be attracting Redskins fans from

all over to Richmond. The team signed a slew of free agents in the 2014 offseason to bolster the offensive and defensive side of the ball. Wide receivers Andre Roberts (Arizona) and DeSean Jackson (Philadelphia) bring a combination of speed and athleticism to Washing-ton that hasnt been seen since the days of Art Monk and Ricky Sanders. On defense, the Redskins created depth at their pass rush positions with the additions of defensive end Jason Hatcher (Dallas) and rookie linebacker Trent Murphy (Stanford University), the teams top

pick in this past Mays NFL draft. Most importantly, the Redskins added a new head coach

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to lead the team in 2014 and beyond. Jay Gruden, former UFL head coach and Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordi-nator, brings a wealth of experience and football knowledge to Washing-tons most critical coaching position.

Of course, plenty of familiar faces will be returning to RVA this year. Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan will be entering his fourth training camp with the team. Kerrigan was among the players last year who made the transition to the new Richmond facility. I really enjoyed it. I thought it was really well run. As far as trans-portation from the facility, it was re-ally functional and really nice, so I thought the whole thing was a very smooth operation, Kerrigan explains.

I mean, not that Ashburn wasnt, but I think especially for it being the first year, things were really well run.

Alfred Morris was another familiar and popular face at training camp last year. Morris, a sixth-round draft pick in 2012, burst on to the scene in his first year and hasnt slowed yet. The third-year running back will enter this season having already amassed over 2,800 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. Morriss humble personality and trademark smile are among the traits that make him a fan favorite, which may have hindered his Richmond experience a bit last year. I didnt get out much. You cant go too far without people bombarding you, Morris recalls. We did go to this one sushi place.

Redskins fans are often especially proud of players with local ties. This year, the Redskins have several play-ers who call Virginia home, includ-ing 2014 third-round offensive tackle Morgan Moses, cornerback Deangelo

Hall (Chesapeake), and linebacker Akeem Jordan (Harrisonburg).

Moses was drafted out of the University of Virginia and calls Richmond his hometown, creating a unique nuance to his first NFL train-ing camp experience. Just being able to have your hometown behind you, just to be able to have familiar faces to support you around while youre making this big transition through your life, its something that I have and its a blessing.

What does Moses like most about Richmond? You know you can always find some good soul food cooking down there, so Im going to try to stay away from that when Im in training camp.

Former Kansas City Chief Akeem Jordan, a Virginia native and eight-year

NFL veteran, played college football for James Madison University and is happy to finally be playing for the home team this year. Everybody from my home-town, this is their team. I mean, you get so much love just going back home.

There is never a shortage of storylines heading into training camp. The main headline will be the development of third-year quarterback and superstar Robert Griffin III. After the Redskins traded up in 2012 for the rights to draft Griffin, he found immediate success, throwing and running his way to Rookie of the Year honors. The success would be short-lived, however, as Griffin suffered his second major knee injury in three years during the seasons home playoff loss to Seattle. The following year, Griffin still felt the ill-effects of his injury, and the team stumbled to a 3-13 record. This year, Griffin is fully healed and expected to be in top form for camp here in Richmond. Fans will witness firsthand how Griffin adapts to his new head coachs offense and how well he can utilize the highly talented offensive playmakers around him. Its an important year for Robert Griffin III, and training camp is a key piece in his preparation for it.

The Washington Redskins are certainly excited to open their second year of Training Camp at the Bon Secours Training Center in Richmond. Fans can look forward to all new experiences, including new local home-grown influences on the team and even a visit from the New England Patriots. Redskins President and General Manager Bruce Allen has been instrumental in creating this experience, not only for the players, but for

the fans as well. It is wonderful to be back here, says Allen. This was a great experience for our football team last year, and in many ways we learned what we

can do even better for the future.


Left: Deangelo Hall, Cornerback

Left: Morgan Moses, Offensive Tackle

Middle: Ryan Kerrigan, Outside Linebacker

THESE WOMEN put an extra WOW in football.

With more than 76,000 members more than 10,000 of them in the Richmond area the Women of Washington (WOW) are

Washington Redskins fans with fervor. They live and breathe the Skins. As the official womens fan club, WOW is aimed at energizing the fe-

male fans in both the teams home around Washington, D.C. and at the Bon Secours Training Camp in Richmond.

Once it was announced the Bon Secours Washington Redskins Train-ing Facility would become the new home of Redskins Training Camp in Richmond, we began looking for opportunities to connect with fans in the area, says Carlyle Abbott, WOW spokeswoman.

When WOW first started, it was strictly for the team wives, mothers and girlfriends. In 2011, Tanya Snyder, the Redskins owners wife, changed it all. With women representing 44 percent of the fan base, organizers knew they needed to create an outreach that would allow women to connect with the team and each other.

Snyder relaunched WOW as the teams official womens club, with a dedicated website, year-round events and social media pages.

From the beginning, WOW has been focused on engaging female fans and creating touch points for women to engage with the team outside of FedExField on game days, Abbott says.

Engage it has. For some fans, its more like the best gift ever.Carol Balderson, of Richmond, became a member almost two years

ago. Being part of it makes her feel like she has special privileges. Its easier to ask what WOW hasnt done for me, Balderson, 23, says.

WOW makes me almost feel as though I am a part of a unique club with the most amazing benefits. WOW has provided me with new friends, last-ing memories, and a whole lot of autographs.

The same goes for Shawnita Marshall, who lives in Sterling, Virginia. Marshall, 39, is thrilled to show her burgundy and gold whenever she can.

Marshall says WOW has given her opportunities that she wouldnt typically have, including getting to meet players, both current and former. Shes met Redskins owner Dan Snyder and his wife. Shes also made some good friends from WOW.

As long as there is WOW, I will be a member. I am very proud to be a part of WOW and some have stated that I am the face of WOW, Marshall laughs, pointing out a smiling picture of her and quarterback Robert Grif-fin III at a practice.

In the coming weeks, organizers hope to have a WOW get-together called Ladies Night Out: Richmond Edition, complete with football drills, Redskins alumni appearances and a Skins photo booth, among other things. There will also be VIP days at the training camp, with VIP tents set up for the WOW members to give them a better view of training.

WOW also hosts a Women in Sports Leadership series, with discussion panels and networking events. Organizers hope to have at least one such event in the Richmond area during training camp. Even when the Redskins team members move back to Washington for the start of the regular season, local WOW members will have a chance to connect on social media.

For Marshall, any bit of Redskins is good.I have also been able to build great friendships with other WOW mem-

bers, she says, and these friendships have continued outside of WOW.

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Right: Robert Griffin III, Quarterback

FOOTBALL WITHDRAWAL PAINS begin as soon as Super Bowl fervor dies down, creating a lingering void from February through September. Begin-ning on July 24, that void can be filled in Richmond by watching professional

football players live, in person, practicing their moves and holding court for eager fans. Better yet, the pre-season fix is absolutely free and open to the public.

The Washington Redskins brought their annual training camp to Richmond in 2013, hosting over 160,000 fans. This year, the Skins return, inviting the New England Patriots to town for three days of joint practice.

Scheduled for July 24 through August 11, the camp includes nine days of practices

and walkthroughs, each session lasting approximately one to two hours, with players signing autographs and posing for photographs afterwards. Practices feature 11-on-11, full-contact drills with pads and helmets, while walkthroughs are relatively sedate.

Special activities include Fan Appreciation Day on August 2 and the Redskins FitFest health and wellness expo at the Richmond Convention Center August 2 and 3. The expo will include player appearances and autograph sessions.

Joint practice with the New England Patriots is scheduled for August 4 to 6.Local food vendors will be available outside and inside camp gates, including

Croakers Spot, Big Herms Kitchen and King of Pops.

DATES TIMES

Thursday, July 24 Monday, July 288:35 a.m., practice 4:10 p.m., walkthrough of the next days practice

Tuesday, July 29 No practice. Camp closed.

Wednesday, July 30 Friday, Aug. 18:35 a.m., practice 4:10 p.m., walkthrough

Saturday, Aug. 2Noon, Fan Appreciation DayRedskins FitFest, Richmond Convention Center

Sunday, Aug. 3No practice. Camp closed.Redskins FitFest, Richmond Convention Center

Monday, Aug. 48:35 a.m., practice with the New England Patriots4:10 p.m., walkthrough with the New England Patriots

Tuesday, Aug. 5 1:35 p.m., practice with the New England Patriots

Wednesday, Aug. 6 8:35 a.m., practice with the New England Patriots

Thursday, Aug. 7* Friday, Aug. 8 Camp closed.

Saturday, Aug. 9 2 p.m., practice

Sunday, Aug. 10 Monday, Aug. 11 8:35 a.m., practice 4:10 p.m., walkthrough

19 Days of Redskins, 346 Days of RichmondContribute to the Rest of the Year

THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS training camp days are a summer treat for the Richmond Region, providing professional football entertainment and bringing visitors and their pocketbooks. Because of the Bon Secours Training Center, though, the benefits extend throughout the year. The Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center consists of two natural grass football fields and state-of-the-art facilities, available to the

community when camp is not in session. The facility serves as a sports medicine rehabilitation and mens health center, offers mens health, fitness and education programs, and hosts a youth activity center and the Movin Mania Healthy Kids Initiative. Sports medicine specialists at the center

focus on the general, nonsurgical needs of active people, including athletes as well as those who simply want to become or stay active. The fields are available for the community, too, for youth programming, tournaments and other uses.Through the Buy-a-Brick program, you or your business can contribute to the mission of the training facility. Bricks, granite

pavers, and benches will be prominently displayed in the Redskins fan zone and along the 100-yard walkway to the building. You also have the option to purchase a replica brick to keep and display. Buy your brick at redskinsrva.bonsecours.com/buy-a-brick.


Rally Around the Redskins in Richmond: Washington Redskins Training Camp

* Preseason Game vs. Patriots at FedExField in Maryland, 7:30 p.m.

2014 Training Camp Schedule

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Gates open at 8 a.m. and close at 6 p.m.

Take lawn chairs or blankets.

Bon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center is located at 2401 West

Leigh St., Richmond.

Dates and times are sub-ject to change. Visit red-skins.com/trainingcamp for updated information, parking lots and shuttles, and registration for your

free Redskins training camp passes.

Visit the West Ends premiere sports bar featuring all your favorite games, a great menu that pleases the whole family and

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BIG ALSSPORTS BAR & GRILL

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MEXICO RESTAURANT

Part of the community for 23 years, Mexico Restaurant offers a great menu selection with something for everyone in your family. Using the freshest ingredients to cook your favorites.

10321 W. Broad St. 804-559-8126Mexico-Restaurant.com

BUCKHEADS

Extra-aged steaks, fresh sea-food, and an award-winning wine list have made this Richmonds premier din-ing location since 1994. Try the mini crab cakes served with tomato marmalade, sour apples, and greens.

8510 Patterson Ave. 804-750-2000Buckheads.com

OLD ORIGINAL BOOKBINDERS

Located in historic Tobacco Row in downtown Richmond, this local, family-owned steak and seafood restaurant is unique to Richmond. With exceptional food and service, Bookbinders is the perfect place to celebrate that special occasion!

2306 E.Cary St. 804-643-6900BookbindersRichmond.com

DEEP RUN ROADHOUSE

Deep Run Roadhouse serves regional BBQ and comfort foods in a comfortable family atmosphere. Stop by to pick up a family pack that is sure to please everyone!

12379 Gayton Rd.804-740-6301DeepRunRoadhouse.com

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THE DIGGITY CHOW HOUSE

Chow House presents an unexpected burst of flavors thatll make you exclaim, Hot diggity dog! The Diggity is a fried hot dog topped with BBQ pork belly, pickled veggies, chili aioli, cilantro, and jalepeno relish.

Healthy alternative: The Health Nut, a vegan marinated tofu sub

1201 West Main St. | 804-355-2469 | ChowHouse.webs.com

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THE JOEY DOG & THE NY HOT SAUSAGE JOEYS HOT DOGS

Top em right at this time-honored hot dog spot. The Joey Dog (right) features their signature natural-casing hot dog grilled to perfection and served Norfolk style on a soft steamed bun with mustard, onions, and a delicious homemade chili; and the NY Hot Sausage (left), a quarter-pound link sizzling off the grill, served New York style with mustard and warmed sauerkraut.

Healthy alternative: Veggie dogs and turkey franks

4028 Cox Rd. | 804-651-4108 | JoeysHotDogs.com

THE HOG DOG HOGSHEAD CAF

The Hog Dog is the most famous menu item at Hogshead Caf. The bacon-wrapped jumbo beef hot dog is deep fried and topped with hand-pulled pork, Hog BBQ sauce and cole slaw. Healthy alternative: Spicy tacos with shrimp or oysters

9503 West Broad St. | 804-308-0281 | TheHogsHeadCafe.com

WORLD FAMOUS CHILI, MUSTARD ONION DOG MELITOS

Family tradition runs deep at Melitos, where the hot dog is a trademark but handmade, fresh home recipes using locally grown products is their M.O. Their World Famous Chili, Mustard Onion Dog was developed by the Melitos in the 1930s in Suffolk, Virginia. The beef hot dog is served on a steamed bun with handmade hot dog chili, a family-secret house mustard, and sweet chopped onions.

Healthy alternative: Ask your server whats fresh, healthy and new for the day!

8815 Three Chopt Rd. | 804-285-1899 | Facebook.com/MelitosRestaurant

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CHILI CHEESE DOG TDS SMOKEHOUSE BARBECUE & CATERING

Smokin good barbecue and a loaded hot dog, too! TDs Smokehouse BBQ Chili Cheese Dog is built with a juicy Nathans Hot Dog, chili, and cheddar cheese, served with fries or house-made jambalaya. Enjoy your dog at TDs picnic tables out front, order take-out, or go for catering and feed a crowd.

8919 Patterson Ave. | 804-677-0292 | TDSmokehouse.com

SANTA FE DOG & THE ORIGINAL CHICAGO VIENNA BEEF DOG CITY DOGS

The choices at City Dogs take you all over the map, like the Boston, Miami, and Houston dogs. The Original Chicago Vienna Beef Dog (right) is topped with with mustard, onions, relish, dill pickle, tomato slices, and peppers served on a poppy seed bun; and the Santa Fe Dog (left) with homemade salsa, cheese, jalapeos, guacamole and tortilla chips.

Healthy alternative: Substitute a soy dog

Downtown: 1309 W. Main St. | 804-359-3647 Shockoe Slip: 1316 E. Cary St. | 804-343-3647


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Twin Hickory Town Center). Wink s Dutch name is De Fles Winkle, which means The Bottle Shop. Owner Lou DiCello says he plans to carry about 500 beers, along with some 40 wines and 20 ciders.

STEVE: Hey, heres some potentially great news for those who have been missing those fantastic break-fasts since MacLeans on Staples Mill Road closed down a few months back. There are signs of life out there, including a sign that says Eat 33 and another that says Opening Soon. Although I havent actu-ally been able to speak with a real, live human, since no one seems to be around when Ive stopped by, it sure does look like we just might be getting a new old-fashioned breakfast place soon. I sure hope so.

And one more thing: Claudio Ragazzi has taken his coffee shop/wine bar concept into Carytown. Ragazzi says his new spot, 10 Italian Caf (3200 W. Cary St., 804-353-2200), is similar to what hes doing at his larger location, Caffespresso, which is located at 11227 Gaskins Rd. in the West End. The name 10 is in honor of his favorite soccer jersey number.

Ragazzi says 10 offers lots of coffee beverages plus ultimately 70 wines by the bottle and about 10 by the glass. Well also offer paninis, soups, and salads, he says. The caf will feature a wall for lo-cal artists to display their works plus a small book exchange area.

By fall, I plan to be offering Italian language classes, says Ragazzi, who has traditionally escorted Richmonders on an annual tour of his homeland.

Well that about does it for now, but remember to join Joey and me every Thursday at noon on The Flave (102.9 FM). You can also listen to past shows, anytime you want, at RichmondNavigator.com.

STEVE: While Joey and I have different tastes and often frequent different restaurants, there are many things about the citys culinary scene on which we agree. One thing that we have in common (along with Annie Tobey, our managing editor and co-host of The Flave radio show) is our appreciation for the emerging craft beer industry in and around Rich-mond. So you can imagine our excitement over the upcoming National Beer Expo. Alex Papajohn of Variant Events, the executive producer of the expo, says, The National Beer Expo ushers in a new era in the craft beer event space. [Craft beer] requires an event focused on high quality experiences allowing participants to enjoy and learn about f ine craft beer but free from the crush of large crowds, loud music, bad weather, and lousy food. Until now, a craft beer event of this type did not exist.

Come July 15 through the 20, Richmond will play host to just such an event. Really, its a series of events. The biggest beer-and-foodie event is CRAFT (July 17), presented by Richmond Magazine and Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. Papajohn says, This is your chance to get up close and personal with chefs and brewers at this exquisite farm-to-table craft beer and food pairing experience at the Virginia War Memorial.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to NationalBeerExpo.com/Schedule and select CRAFT. You need to get a look at the A-list of chefs who will be participating. This is def initely an event that I do not want to miss.

JOEY: I couldnt agree more. This will be a major event for Richmond. Speaking of craft beers, theres a new craft beer shop in town in Glen Allen, actually. Its called Wink (11355 Nuckols Rd. in

With Joey & StevetASTEBUDZtastebudz

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FLAVOR restaurant spotlight

ONE THING that most West Enders do not have to worry about is finding a place to eat. When youre deciding which restaurant you want to try next, just click on the TV. The airwaves are deluged with any number of advertisements for the new chain restaurants that have sprung up along West Broad over the past few years.

But do you ever get the urge to unchain yourself and return to the days of the good ol mom-and-pop eatery? You know, the sort of place where Mom is in the kitchen and Pop is out front making every guest feel welcome. The sort of place where the waitstaff knows you by name, and when you place your order, they not only know exactly how you want it cooked but are more than happy to oblige.

Well, return with us now to those golden days, not just of yesteryear, but right now, at Zorbas Restaurant.

Even as this popular Greek and Italian dining spot nears the quarter-century mark, its still producing superb cuisine. It still features an experienced waitstaff that is apt to treat you more like family than merely the next customer. It still offers an exceptional dining experience that combines huge, delicious portions at reasonable prices. The only thing that has changed is the interior appearance. After a total remodel following a fire in 2011, Zorbas has a more beautiful, elegant look than ever before.

That remodeling includes a beautiful new full-service bar and a wine wall, which allows Zorbas to offer guests an excellent choice of wines from the worlds leading wine regions.

From the time Zorbas opened its doors back in 1991, Mom that is Isabela Akpinar has been turning out delectable delicacies in the kitchen. Pop Mehmet Akpinar came to the front of the house in 1998, when he and Isabela purchased the restaurant from its original owners.

After all these years, Mehmet assures me, Its still Mom and Pop around here. During a recent visit, Mehmet spoke frankly about the challenges of competing

Discover the "Mom and Pop" Difference at Zorba's RestaurantBY STEVE COOK | PHOTOS BY TIM HILL

with the ubiquitous chain restaurants. We dont have their marketing budget, he says. We cant compete with them in that regard.

But what he lacks in marketing power is more than made up for in the individual care shown to each guest. When it comes to the personal touch, they [the big chains] cant touch us, Mehmet says.

That personal touch is evident from the customer service, demonstrated by the waitstaff, to the care that goes into each dish coming out of the kitchen. You can taste the difference from the moment your server places those wonderful rolls on your table. Ah, yes, the rolls.

We have two crews just making bread, Mehmet says. We serve six to seven hundred rolls a day. Its our signature item. John Hancock would envy a signature this fantastic.

Just be sure to save room for such delights as their Tossed Seafood, featuring large shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat tossed with cognac lobster sauce over linguini, or perhaps the Chicken Isabella pepper chicken, wrapped in baked filo with mushrooms and red pepper.

While my weakness is for Zorbas pastichio (it just doesnt get any more authentic), on a recent visit I gave in to my love for one of the large, luscious lamb chops. The lamb was cooked to perfection, so succulent, tender, and flavorful.

Everything is made from scratch, Mehmet says. As for our cooking methods and strategies, the franchises cant compete with that.

Yes, theres so much that Zorbas has to offer that the big boys cant, or dont. Its no wonder that about 90 percent of the business is made up of repeat customers. We have couples who had their first date here, Mehmet says. Now theyre bringing their grandchildren in to eat. Isnt it time you and your family discovered that mom and pop difference?

9068 W. Broad St. | 804-270-6026 | RichmondZorbas.com

One of Zorba's best-selling dishes, created by Chef I sabe la i n 20 0 0, featuring large shrimp and jumbo sea scallops tossed with cognac lobster sauce and topped with backfin crabmeat.

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ONE THING that most West Enders do not have to worry about is finding a place to eat. When youre deciding which restaurant you want to try next, just click on the TV. The airwaves are deluged with any number of advertisements for the new chain restaurants that have sprung up along West Broad over the past few years.

But do you ever get the urge to unchain yourself and return to the days of the good ol mom-and-pop eatery? You know, the sort of place where Mom is in the kitchen and Pop is out front making every guest feel welcome. The sort of place where the waitstaff knows you by name, and when you place your order, they not only know exactly how you want it cooked but are more than happy to oblige.

Well, return with us now to those golden days, not just of yesteryear, but right now, at Zorbas Restaurant.

Even as this popular Greek and Italian dining spot nears the quarter-century mark, its still producing superb cuisine. It still features an experienced waitstaff that is apt to treat you more like family than merely the next customer. It still offers an exceptional dining experience that combines huge, delicious portions at reasonable prices. The only thing that has changed is the interior appearance. After a total remodel following a fire in 2011, Zorbas has a more beautiful, elegant look than ever before.

That remodeling includes a beautiful new full-service bar and a wine wall, which allows Zorbas to offer guests an excellent choice of wines from the worlds leading wine regions.

From the time Zorbas opened its doors back in 1991, Mom that is Isabela Akpinar has been turning out delectable delicacies in the kitchen. Pop Mehmet Akpinar came to the front of the house in 1998, when he and Isabela purchased the restaurant from its original owners.

After all these years, Mehmet assures me, Its still Mom and Pop around here. During a recent visit, Mehmet spoke frankly about the challenges of competing

with the ubiquitous chain restaurants. We dont have their marketing budget, he says. We cant compete with them in that regard.

But what he lacks in marketing power is more than made up for in the individual care shown to each guest. When it comes to the personal touch, they [the big chains] cant touch us, Mehmet says.

That personal touch is evident from the customer service, demonstrated by the waitstaff, to the care that goes into each dish coming out of the kitchen. You can taste the difference from the moment your server places those wonderful rolls on your table. Ah, yes, the rolls.

We have two crews just making bread, Mehmet says. We serve six to seven hundred rolls a day. Its our signature item. John Hancock would envy a signature this fantastic.

Just be sure to save room for such delights as their Tossed Seafood, featuring large shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat tossed with cognac lobster sauce over linguini, or perhaps the Chicken Isabella pepper chicken, wrapped in baked filo with mushrooms and red pepper.

While my weakness is for Zorbas pastichio (it just doesnt get any more authentic), on a recent visit I gave in to my love for one of the large, luscious lamb chops. The lamb was cooked to perfection, so succulent, tender, and flavorful.

Everything is made from scratch, Mehmet says. As for our cooking methods and strategies, the franchises cant compete with that.

Yes, theres so much that Zorbas has to offer that the big boys cant, or dont. Its no wonder that about 90 percent of the business is made up of repeat customers. We have couples who had their first date here, Mehmet says. Now theyre bringing their grandchildren in to eat. Isnt it time you and your family discovered that mom and pop difference?

9068 W. Broad St. | 804-270-6026 | RichmondZorbas.com


DINNER ROLLSZorba's signature item. Six to seven hundred rolls are served per day.

FRESH FISH (BASED ON MARKET AVAILABILITY)

Pictured: Mahi Mahi An 8-ounce filet served with fresh asparagus and roasted garlic mashed potatoes.

CHICKEN KEBAB Zorba's best-selling lunch and dinner chicken dish, featuring skewers of chicken breast with mushrooms, onion, and green peppers, served over a

bed of oven-baked rice pilaf with optional grilled tomato wedges.

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Fresh Family Fun

www.mexico-restaurant.comLocal Family Owned & Operated

Patio Open at All Locations!

* banquet and meeting rooms available

A Richmond Tradition for 24 Years!

7162 Mechanicsville Tnpk.

Mechanicsville804-559-8126 *

5213 Williamsburg Rd.

SandstonSandston804-226-2388

7001 Forest Hill Ave.

Richmond804-320-1069*

12031 Southshore Pointe Dr.

Midlothian, VA804-763-5640 *

11621 W. Broad St.

(Short Pump) Richmond(Short Pump) Richmond804-360-9446

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Taste and pair extra virgin olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars

Tuscan olive oil is not just for dipping. It makes a great steak or chops marinade. Or try our Persian lime olive oil for your seafood. Splash on some coconut balsamic for your grilled coconut shrimp and now it doesnt have to be breaded.

try some of our pairings: Sicilian Lemon White Balsamic

+ Rosemary Olive Oil or New Wild Fern Leaf Dill Olive Oil

At the Shoppes at Bellgrade11400 West Huguenot Rd. Ste. 116

Midlothian, VA 23113 804.897.6464

In Short Pump at Ste. 607200 Towne Center W. Blvd.

(behind Ethan Allen near Rt. 288)804.360.7929

Eat Dinner in the FieldBY ANNIE TOBEY | PHOTOS COURTESY OF MIKE TOPHAM PHOTOGRAPHY

FLAVOR spotlight


Chef Paige Healy was so inspired during her culinary studies in southern Italy last year that she decided to bring some of Italy back to the States with her: a fianc and Italian-style dining.

When she was welcomed into her boyfriend Gregorios big Italian family, she fell in love with the rustic-style cooking and the family meals in the garden. That welcoming style and atmosphere combining family, friends, and great food is what I now believe is required to make any meal amazing, she says.

As chef for The Boathouse, Paige is introducing the southern European din-ing experience to Richmond as an ongoing event, Dinner in the Field, Fridays and Saturdays during the summer.


Shes partnering with Charlie Collins of Victory Farms.We farmed up in Hanover until a couple of years ago, Charlie says,

and we realized we needed to be closer to our customers. We wanted them to come out and experience what they were eating at the farmers markets. We wanted them to do that in person and to feel like the farm was theirs. We needed to get closer, so we bought this farm in Varina.

Indeed, though in a rural setting, the farm is just a few miles from The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing and from downtown Richmond.

We set up a farm and wanted to make it as visitor friendly and cus-tomer friendly as possible," Charlie adds. "This has been a long dream of ours, to be close to the people who are eating the food.

At Victory Farm, Charlies and Paiges dreams converge between the tomatoes and the basil, on a long cloth-covered table, where guests enjoy the feel of open air, the scent of growing plants, the taste of fine dining with fresh vegetables and herbs and fine wine, and the company of other diners. Paige narrates the dinner, sharing with guests the Italian ways and terms and fresh ingredients, and touring with guests around the garden.

She even engages guests in harvesting fresh herbs for the next course.In Italy, they never moved away from farm-to-table cuisine. Italian

food is whats fresh off the vine, Paige explains. Though the menu will change according to whats in season, the ingredients will always be the best of Victory Farms. The recipes will always have an Italian influence, from the Italian Culinary Institute and from Gregorios family recipes, passed down from generation to generation.

Dining in the garden, enjoying produce fresh from the garden, pre-pared in rustic Italian style, surrounded by family and friends. Its a great combination and one that is really unique to the area, fresh from Italy, Paige says.

The dinners will be held most Fridays and Saturdays during the summer. For more information, visit DinnerInTheField.com or call 804-744 2545.

Chef Paige Healy

Diners enjoy Dinner in the Field at Victory Farms


2251 Old Brick Road(804) 360-9240

www.keagansrichmond.com

West Broad Village in Short Pump

Sundays 4PM to Close: Serve Your Country Night

MondaysHalf Off Burgers All Day!

Tuesdays 4PM to Close: Appy Hour Half Off Appetizers

WWednesday 4PM to Close: $.60 Wings Boneless or Traditional

ThursdaysSteak Night: $14.99 Prime Rib Dinner


Thursdays from July 10-August 28Summer at CenterStage SeriesGottwald Playhouse

For those new to the classical music experience (as well as die-hard listeners), summer at CenterStage offers an evening of Brahms, Beethoven and other classical music selections. RichmondCenterStage.com

August 10Watermelon FestivalCarytown

With 60 musicians and over 100 exhibitors, the Carytown Watermelon Festival presented by Martins has become the largest one-day festival in the state of Virginia.CarytownRVA.com

June 5-August 28Flowers After 5Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens

Thursday evenings until the end of August, enjoy wine-tasting, music, dining al fresco and shopping outside Lewis Ginters Historic Bloemendaal House. LewisGinter.org

July 24-28, July 30-August 2, August 4-6 & 9-11Redskins Training CampBon Secours Washington Redskins Training Center

The Washington Redskins training camp features practice sessions open to the public highlighted by Fan Appreciation Day on August 2.RedskinsRVA.bonsecours.com

August 9-10Richmond Jazz FestivalMaymont

As one of the largest music festivals on the East Coast, the 5th Annual Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont has quickly become one of the city s biggest attractions. Every year, the festival boasts a lineup of top Grammy Award-winning, international and national jazz talents. Along with unforgettable musical performances, weekend activities include wine tastings, chef demon-strations, artist meet and greets, exclusive access to the breathtaking gardens at Maymont, and a huge marketplace of food and merchandise vendors.JazzAtMaymont.com

View our full event calendar online at RichmondNavigator.com.

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August 14Jason Isbell The National

Alabama native singer-songwriter Jason Isbell takes on The National at 8 p.m. on August 14. A previous six-year member of the Drive-By Truckers, Isbells solo career has him touring internationally.TheNationalVA.com

July 10-August 3Richard IIIAgecroft Hall

One of Shakespeares bloodiest history plays, Agecroft presents Richard III as part of The Richmond Shakespeare Theatre.HenleyStreetTheatre.org

July 20Gordon LightfootCarpenter Theatre

Singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot comes to Richmond to perform his iconic, Grammy-nominated song collection. His poetic journeys have been told with such songs as If You Could Read My Mind, Sundown, Early Morning Rain, Carefree Highway, and The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Lightfoots songwriting talent has led him from the 1960s coffeehouse scene in his native Canada to pop chart hits with his ground-breaking multi-platinum albums. Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan are just two who have recorded his songs. RichmondCenterStage.com

July 15-20National Beer ExpoGreater Richmond Convention Center

The Capital Ale House National Beer Expo is a collection of events celebrating artisan-made American craft beer. From July 15 to 20, breweries from across the country will gather in Richmond to showcase over 200 of todays best craft beers. A few dozen events over six days will give attendees numerous opportunities to taste craft beer while enjoying Richmonds culinary, brewing, and cultural excellence. NationalBeerExpo.com

August 24Purple Martin Festival17th Street Farmers Market

Witness as thousands of purple martins swarm down into the Bradford Pear trees. GoneToTheBirdsRVA.com

July 28-November 9THE GREAT WAR: Printmakers of World War IVMFA

The role of art in telling the story of World War I is told through prints.VMFA.museum

August 15Science After Dark: Monster Edition Science Museum of Richmond

Spend an evening in the Museum to experience live science activities including heart dissections and create your own slime. After the activities, enjoy a presentation by Todd Raviotta and see a special presentation of Bride of Frankenstein in The Dome. SMV.org

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WHAT'S FOR DINNER?," That simple, yet age-old question is a common one that eve-ryone asks (or is asked) each week. Dine In 2Nite has your answer! Dine In 2Nite is a locally-owned franchise offering freshly prepared dinners that are conveniently delivered straight from the oven to your home or off ice.

Even if you love to cook, an already packed day overf lows when you have to shop, cook and clean up. Dine In 2Nite's core service is a recurring monthly meal subscription, but as longtime West End residents (and parents of four), owners Laura and Evan Wooton understand the need for f lexibility. We have some customers who choose meals on set days of the week, say Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We have others who change their delivery days each week depending on the menu and their schedules. For those who arent sure about a monthly commitment, Dine In 2Nite of-fers meal packs and trial weeks.

There are more than 100 recipes that are rotated daily and, unlike some services that deliver a weeks worth of meals at one time, Dine In 2Nite customers get a delivery each day a meal is ordered. And the

best part besides the great taste? Meals are just $10 (+ tax) with no tipping and no delivery fee. Because everything is handled up front, there is no monetary transaction at the door.

The portions are generous and each meal is de-livered in a recyclable and microwavable container. Currently, the Wootons are working with Joe DeFazio of DeFazio's Catering, operating out of his Posticino kitchen in the West End.

The most rewarding part for us is when we truly help someone with our meals. We have adults who purchase meals for their aging parents, we have friends who pur-chase meals for other friends who are going through a tough time, we have employers who purchase meals for

employees recover-ing from illnesses, and everything in-between. Whatever the reason, do yourself a favor and give Dine In 2Nite a call at 804-347-7017 or you can contact them through their web-

site at Richmond.DineIn2Nite.com or through email at [email protected].

Simplifying your life one meal at a time

Best gift ever = Dine In 2Nite dinners for a week.

Adriane (Glen Allen)

Quality ingredients, great food and really friendly service beats shop-ping, cooking, or simply reheating microwaveable meals.

Clint (Henrico)

Great service meals are always fresh and different selfishly I love it because it s a few nights a week that I dont need to think about what to cook.

KC (Henrico)

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FLAVOR spotlight

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One of Richmonds most acclaimed restaurants is now offering

M ONSHINE.The new patio at Lemaire. Were not serving spirits from a still, but in our moonlit

outdoor setting youll enjoy a refreshing blend of specialty cocktails, fine wines and other

government-approved beverages, as well as award-winning chef Walter Bundys Southern-inspired

cuisine. All this and free parking. Its a breath of fresh air for downtown diners.

THE JEFFERSON HOTEL | 101 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, RICHMOND | 804.649.4629 | LemaireRestaurant.com


AGING AT HOME:New Options for Senior Care

by Erin D. Pittman

ASSISTED LIVING and nursing facilities have new competition.

Families wishing to offer their loved ones care at home now have

better options in their own backyard. Freestanding modular units,

affectionately called granny pods, and custom modular additions give

families flexibility in living arrangements for aging family members.

Though you may prefer to care for Mom or Dad at home, its likely that your

residence is not handicap accessible, presents numerous fall hazards and does

not allow for your parents privacy and independence. N2Care, PALS Built

and Oakwood Homes are three leaders in the industry taking their own

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MEDCottageN2Cares MEDCottage homes are long-term portable care options for seniors, allowing for family-managed health care. N2Care offers three freestanding, temporary models in various sizes that empower families to keep their loved ones close in state-of-the-art healthcare settings.

Each unit is outfitted to meet individual needs, though every unit is designed for accessibility from the ground up. Wide doorways, zero thresholds, runway floor lighting and grab bars make each MED-Cottage safe and easy to maneuver through. Additional features can include health monitoring, remote access to home controls, video surveillance and floors that reduce impact.

We cater each MEDCottage to the individuals needs. This gives them the ability to control costs by only selecting the options they need, says N2Care CEO Ken Dupin.

In Virginia, in order to place a freestanding unit on a homeowners property, a senior must have a physicians order stating that it is neces-sary. These orders must be renewed annually. When a family is fin-ished with a MEDCottage, they have the ability to resell and recoup much of their costs.

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PALS BuiltPALS Built in New England (PALSBuilt.com) became focused in this industry because of the aging-in-place trend. Eric Francis, Director of Operations, observed that people often only consider assisted living and nursing facilities and make quick decisions under stress. To address the aging-in-place trend, PALS Built places mostly permanent additions.

We dont want to box anyone into a certain type of addition or product, says Francis. We dont come into a home and offer options to pick from. Instead, we do an analysis of the situation and provide individualized options.

Whenever possible, they prefer to meet with everyone involved seniors, family members, physical therapists, nurses, etc.

Oakwood HomesOakwood Homes of Glen Allen offers two solutions for aging at home modular additions and freestanding cottages, which often in-clude breezeways to the main home for easy access. Each project they work on is unique and tailored to the clients needs.

All of our additions and cottages are completely customizable, says Sarah Odom, home consultant. They can be entirely ADA ac-cessible with wide doorways, low threshold showers, roll up counters and sinks, and even accessible ovens.

Oakwood Homes meets with families to determine individual needs, and after permits are obtained, completes projects within about 60 to 90 days.

Visit OakwoodHomesOfAshland.com for more information.

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WHEN IT COMES TO INDOOR AIR QUALITY, Air Resolutions is a Richmond-area expert. This locally owned company offers a holistic approach to improving the air quality of homes that goes beyond equipment installation.

Chris Joyner and Charlie Martin partnered to create Air Reso-lutions over 10 years ago with the goal of looking at homes dif-ferently. With strong backgrounds in the heating and air industry and passions for improving air quality, the owners set out to give Richmonders more.

By beginning with a conversation and visual review of your home, the experts at Air Resolutions see your home as a system. While you may think that your A/C unit is your problem, its actually only one piece of the puzzle.

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Air Resolutions goals are to improve air quality, increase energy efficiency and offer peace of mind to homeowners. By viewing your home as a system, they determine overall home efficiency. One piece is improving mechanical items, but they also address other issues at the source. Joyner and Martin seek out and seal off moisture leaks in your home and ductwork and improve your crawl space and attic.

On a windy day, even with a thick sweater, you may still be cold. But if you put on a light windbreaker, you feel much warmer, says Martin.

The same principle applies to a home. When you air seal a home, you make the insulation more eff icient. Rather than sim-ply adding insulation, Air Resolutions places a heavy emphasis on air sealing.

No matter how efficient your equipment is, youre trying to heat and cool the whole out-doors without air sealing, says Martin.

Frequently, customers call Air Resolutions asking for air duct cleaning. Many systems cannot be cleaned because of the material they are made of, and cleaning alone will not fix the air quality issues.

The ducts became dirty because they are leaky and are likely drawing air from a dirty crawlspace or dusty attic, explains Martin. Only sealing actually solves the problem.

Air Resolutions takes a personal approach to each home. Following a visual review, they provide each homeowner with their improvement options. Breaking projects down allows homeowners to go step by step and make improvements as their budg-ets allow; its not an all-or-nothing deal.

As indoor air quality concerns grow across the country, many homeowners are even incorporat-ing home energy audits into the buying process. When they schedule home inspections, they are also learning about the heating and cooling costs and energy efficiency of their prospective home. With Air Resolutions, a basic visual review is free of charge. Customers can opt for a more thorough diagnostic testing audit for a fee.

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LOOKING FOR REPLACEMENT windows for your home? In all likelihood, you want the most durable, the most maintenance free, and the most attractive window you can buy, and at a reasonable price. Oh yeah, one more thing. You want to make sure that the work is done by true professionals, whom you can trust.

Heres the solution. Call the folks at BNW Builders. Bruce Wiegan, owner of BNW, knows windows. Hes been professionally installing them for 25 years. Wiegan says, BNW Builders has become one of the most trusted companies in the Central Virginia area therefore we are held to the highest of standards. Wiegan goes on to say My philosophy is to continually do extensive research to ensure that my customers receive the highest quality products at the fairest possible price.

why fiberglass?Explaining his decision to switch from vinyl to Infinitys Ultrex, Wiegan says, Ultrex is pultruded fiberglass, made of the same mate-rial from which glass is made. Vinyl and glass expand and contract at totally different rates, causing frequent shifting between a vinyl win-dows frame and glass. Ultrex and glass, however, expand and contract similarly, keeping the window weathertight and operat-ing smoothly. Having worked with the Infinity window since 2011, Wiegan says, The Infinity Ultrex fiberglass window is the most beautiful window that I have ever seen.

The biggest issue faced by those who have chosen vinyl replace-ment windows is with the service, Wiegan says:With vinyl, youre going to have problems weather stripping, frames cracking, glass seal failures etc. no matter how good the installer is.

While many readily acknowledge the superiority of fiberglass over vinyl, Wiegan warns consumers not to mistake other replace-ment window materials for fiberglass. Just because the trade name sounds like its fiberglass based, he says, doesnt make it so. He cites Fibrex, from Andersen Windows, which consists of vinyl and wood pulp, as an example.

Even beyond the fiberglass, Wiegan says the Infinity window pro-vides so many features that make it superior. Its truly a phenomenal product, he says.

Some of those other features involve the aesthetics, which are also of vital importance to homeowners. With Infinity replacement windows, theres no sacrifice when it comes to beauty.

First, the windows allow for more glass space and thus more sunlight, and a better view. The standard soft white color is more natural than vinyl windows, fitting into a homes dcor better. Other exterior and interior colors are also available, including an optional EverWood material, which lets the homeowner stain the window to

match existing wood finishes in the house. Other aesthetically pleasing options include various hardware

finishes, more transparent screens, decorative glass, and grille styles. BNW Builders also offers the Infinity line of casement and glider windows, bow windows, bay windows, sliding doors, swinging doors, plus creative architectural options like round top and octagonal.

Bottom line is, when you select Infinity Ultrex fiberglass replace-ment windows from BNW, you get it all. In addition to your beauti-ful, low-maintenance windows, which can effectively reduce your utility bills, you also get the expert craftsmanship offered by BNWs professional team.

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SHOWERING IS NO LONGER about getting a good ol wash down. These days, shower stalls have evolved into luxurious spaces with everything from wireless sound systems to pul-sating, floor-to-ceiling nozzles.

Whether youre looking to refresh an outdated shower or planning the ultimate showering experience in a new space, its good to figure out what works best for you before getting started.

The latest trends in showers definitely revolve around unique customization, says Travis Ro-telli, senior interior designer at the Kohler Design Center in Kohler, Wisconsin. From a drenching rainhead to a perfectly placed body spray, complemented by an adjustable hand shower, its really about understanding how the client wants to shower and what it is that will make their experience most enjoyable.

Since showerheads moved out of the tub to occupy their own space, stalls have grown from little rectangular boxes into mini rooms with spa-like features. Now, in a reversal of roles, builders are getting requests to put the tub inside of the shower. Clients are asking for a glass-enclosed wet room for bathing and showering, says apartmenttherapy.com. This configuration has an airy, spa-like feel and look. It also takes up less space than designing separate tub and showering areas.

When space is an issue, many homeowners are passing on tubs altogether and expanding their showers to make room for built-in and recessed shelving, body sprays, multiple showerheads and benches that entice you to sit and enjoy a spa-like experience.

Roman and other open-plan showers designed without doors, walls or ledges to step over and a floor sloping toward the drain are also on the rise. While these are especially popular with those who use walkers or wheelchairs, they are making their way into some of the most luxurious homes.

When putting the finishing touches on your shower area, tiling continues to be the most popu-lar choice for upscale homes. However, grout-free and non-porous solid surfaces, like those sold by Venetian Marble in Powhatan, are gaining momentum because they are easy to clean and keep mold and bacteria at bay.

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While the type of stall is important, its the water delivery methods that affect our senses and make showering a therapeutic and relaxing experience. Multifunction showerheads deliver a range of intensities from pulsating blasts to gentle mists, while body sprayers target specific areas and can be built into a wall or strategically spaced on a pole within the shower. And, if you want the feeling of being drenched by a summer downpour, try a rain-style showerhead in-stalled above the shower to deliver heavy water drops from overhead. Finally, hand-held, massage-delivering nozzles work well when youre sitting on a bench or trying to get an overall clean. Steam showers are increasingly sought for their relaxing properties and their ability to remove toxins and impurities from the body. The steam control unit with added options like fragrance, music and lighting is usually installed in the wall.

And, if you like singing in the shower, there are plenty of brands that can provide the accompaniments with waterproof speakers, installed in the wall or a showerhead. For example, Kohlers Moxie showerhead is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker, powered by a lithium-ion rechargeable battery, that nestles right in the middle of the nozzle, letting you wirelessly connect to your smartphone, tablet or laptop, Rotelli says.

Another futuristic addition is Kohlers DTV: a digital showering platform that allows users to control water, sound, light and steam in the shower with a single electronic control. When it comes to luxury, you really cant beat the digital shower offerings that Kohler showcases, Rotelli adds.

Whether your idea of showering includes a tricked-out open stall with all the bells and whistles or a quiet retreat with steam and mood lighting, theres something out there to make sure youre not only clean but drenched in the lap of luxury.

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POOLSA quick plunge into a sparkling pool is one of the most refreshing things possible on a hot summer day. Just looking at an inviting pool speaks summer. When the pool is open, summer has officially arrived, along with carefree times and fun with friends and kids. How great when the pool is in your own backyard! Having your own pool is a great way for the family to spend more time together.

Advances in technology and features have expanded pool offerings in recent years. Pools are of three basic types: gunite or concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl. Many pools are hybrids of the three. Pools may be in ground or above ground. If youre considering adding a pool, there are advantages and disadvantages with each. Careful evaluation of your preferences and requirements will help drive project decisions.

Concrete, or gunite, was the conventional primary choice in the past and offers infinite possibilities in design flexibility and configura-tion. Gunite is the most labor intensive because it is completely built on site from scratch. Sophisticated options can enhance the overall ef-fect. Vanishing edge, fiber optic and LED lighting, laminar flow foun-tains, deck jets, and underwater music are a few of the possibilities.

The installation process can be quite involved. Once the layout and details are finalized and permits are obtained, the hole is dug and shaped, steel rebar is installed, and, most often, the concrete shell is applied pneu-matically. To complete the pool, the shell requires an applied finish and installation of coping and tile around the perimeter of the pool. Its quite the process!

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