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  • Top 20 Mid-Atlantic Bakeries

    1. Junior’s Restaurant & Cheesecake; Brooklyn, NY

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    Brooklyn, Times Square, Grand Central and Foxwoods, New York, New York
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    In 1950, restaurant Founder Harry Rosen and Master Baker Eigel Peterson, created and produced what is now known as the World’s Most Fabulous Cheesecake. The recipe has been part of the Rosen family for three generations. (more…)

  • 20 Ways To Give Back In CVille

    1. The Haven

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    112 W Market St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    The Haven is always in need of volunteers and donations. Check out their wishlist to see what you can do. (more…)

  • Top 20 Mid-Atlantic Brunch Spots

    1. Miss Shirley’s Cafe; Baltimore, MD

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    513 W Cold Spring Ln, Baltimore, Maryland
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    Miss Shirley’s Cafe has amazing breakfast drinks, including a Bloody Mary with ham, sausage and blacked shrimp! (more…)

  • 15 Great New American Restaurants In Virginia

    1. Founding Farmers, DC

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    1924 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20006
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    Founding Farmers is an inspired farm to table restaurant with a fantastic brunch and dishes like Devil-ish eggs with lobster. (more…)

  • 10 Great CVille Shops For Kids Gifts

    1. Pufferbellies Toys & Books

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    15 West Johnson Street, Staunton, VA 24401
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    Pufferbellies Toys & Books has a wonderful selection of children’s books, dressup items, games and toys. (more…)

  • Top 15 Bars In Virginia

    1. The Tombs, DC

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    1226 36th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia
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    The Tombs has excellent cocktails and a beautiful dark wood interior. (more…)

  • 10 CVille Cocktails To Make You Forget The Cold

    1. The Corsica, commonwealthSKYBAR

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    422 E. Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902
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    The Corsica will transport you to the Mediterranean with its crisp cucumber, lemon and ginger flavors. (more…)

  • Top 20 Mid-Atlantic Coffee Shops

    1. Barista Parlor; Nashville, TN

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    519B Gallatin Ave, Nashville, Tennessee 37206
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    Slayer + multiple roasters + multiple brew methods handcrafted by-the-cup = Barista Parlor!

    2. Tryst, DC

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    2459 18th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia
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    Tryst has outstanding coffee and cocktails they also have smoothies!

    3. The Frothy Monkey; Nashville, TN

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    2509 12th Ave S, Nashville, Tennessee 37204
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    Frothy Monkey is a neighborhood restaurant & cafe offering a diverse menu including breakfast, lunch & dinner. In addition, they pride themselves on the service of outstanding coffee, espresso drinks, & house-made teas & beverages.

    4. Cafe Moka; Virginia Beach, VA

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    5705 Lynnhaven Pkwy # 108, Virginia Beach, Virginia
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    Cafe Moka has an exciting selection of flavored ice teas and espresso. Just try their maple bacon Moka!

    5. Cafe Grumpy, NYC

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    224 W 20th St, New York, New York
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    As well as an adorably grumpy logo, Cafe Grumpy offers 7 varieties of beans sourced from Honduras, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador and Ethiopia.

    6. The White Hart Cafe; Lynchburg, VA

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    1208 Main Street, Lynchburg, Virginia 24504
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    The White Hart Cafe is sort of a cafe/pub hybrid with onsite roasted coffee and local beer on tap. It has a wonderfully artsy atmosphere with live music and poetry readings.

    7. Teavolve Cafe & Lounge; Baltimore, MD

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    1401 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, Maryland
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    Teavolve Cafe & Lounge is a delightful tea, coffee and breakfast place. The also have tea-infused sangria.

    8. CUPS Coffee & Tea; Roanoke, VA

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    1402 Grandin Rd SW, Roanoke, Virginia
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    CUPS Coffee & Tea has great coffee, Greek fraps and delightful sweets.

    9. Lamplighter Roasting Company; Richmond, VA

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    116 SOUTH ADDISON STREET, RICHMOND, VA 23220
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    The owners of Lamplighter Roasting Company are driven by a desire to bring Richmond a world class coffee experience.

    10. The Artful Dodger Coffeehouse & Cocktail Lounge; Harrisonburg, VA

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    47 Court Square, Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801
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    The coffee is great, the breakfasts are delicious and the artwork sets the mood in The Artful Dodger Coffeehouse & Cocktail Lounge. Try a breakfast sandwich and a mimosa and you’ll leave happy.

    11. Aromas Specialty Coffees & Gourmet Bakery; Williamsburg, VA

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    431 Prince George St, Williamsburg, Virginia
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    Aromas Specialty Coffees & Gourmet Bakery has extraordinary mixed drinks like their latte smoothie and blended chais.

    12. Chinatown Coffee Co., DC

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    475 H St NW, Washington, District of Columbia
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    Chinatown Coffee Co. has mini cakes, coffee, craft beers and even an absinthe menu.

    13. DeBeen Espresso; High Point, NC

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    709 W Lexington Avenue, High Point, North Carolina
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    DeBeen is one of the coolest coffee shops a college town could have. A friendly staff, delicious drinks, and local art for sale all over their walls it is exactly what you look for in a local coffee spot.

    14. Coffeeology; Greensboro, NC

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    423 A Tate Street, Greensboro, North Carolina
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    Coffeeology is located in the heart of downtown Greensboro. Their unique coffee and tea is popular in Greensboro and spreading throughout the Triad.

    15. Next Door Bake Shop; Blacksburg, VA

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    460 Turner St NW #204, Blacksburg, Virginia 24060
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    Next Door Bake Shop is a Thai inspired bakery with great sweets, bagels, sandwiches, soups and salads. Their specialty coffee drinks like this Valentine’s latte are great!

    16. Culture Espresso, NYC

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    72 W 38th St, New York, New York
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    Culture Espresso has wonderful coffee, roasted with extreme care and sweet little cupcakes.

    17. Twin City Hive; Winston-Salem, NC

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    301 Brookstown Avenue, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
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    The people at Twin City have hand chosen every roaster they use to make their customers the most delicious and fresh coffee around. Consistently serving the Winston-Salem and Triad area, their coffee continues to make rounds throughout the area.

    18. Mudhouse Coffee; Charlottesville, VA

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    213 W Main St, Charlottesville, Virginia
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    Mudhouse Coffee is an expert in craft coffee. They have roasts from around the world.

    19. Hyperion Espresso; Fredericksburg, VA

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    301 William Street, Fredericksburg, Virginia
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    Hyperion has been offering up some of the greatest coffee, iced drinks, and tasty treats Fredericksburg has had to offer for years. A popular spot for college students, and anyone who likes a nice relaxing scene to kick back and get work done. Next time you’re in Downtown Fredericksburg make sure to stop by Hyperion for some of the best quality coffee in the area.

    20. Monkee Joes; Forest, VA

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    15243 Forest Rd., Forest, Virginia 24551
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    Monkee Joes isn’t just coffee, they serve ice cream, frozen yogurt and espresso. Enjoy the contrast of hot and cold at this fun little shop.

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  • 15 Ways To Celebrate New Year’s In CVille

    1. Tin Whistle Irish Pub

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    609 East Market St, Charlottesville, Virginia
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    Head to Tin Whistle Irish Pub for live music, tasty specials and a Champagne toast at 7pm to celebrate New Year’s in Ireland! (more…)

  • 15 Cool Ethnic Eateries In Virginia

    1. Mekong, Richmond

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    6004 W. Broad St., Richmond, Virginia 23230
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    Mekong is a great Vietnamese restaurant that is totally for beer lovers. You can tell from their long line of taps that they are excited about craft beers. The choices are almost endless. (more…)