Food & Drink

At this time of year, Virginia’s gardeners and farmers are preparing to plant. And in Fredericksburg one organization is making sure everyone has the chance to grow fruit, flowers and vegetables.They’ve invited residents of all ages to discover the joys of getting dirty.

It was funded by $1.3 million in grants from the National Institutes of Health

Ramps are so sought after that restaurants and foragers alike do their best keep their source secret.

Earlier this week, a measure of price increases came out - the consumer price index has risen the most since 1981. Most Christians in the US will celebrate Easter this weekend. That, and anxiety over Avian Influenza point to higher prices for an Easter staple: eggs.

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University found that having a brain injury made it more likely a COVID-19 infection would result in a loss of the sense of smell or taste, and have recommended “smell training” to patients to help regain it.

Living with COVID-19 has meant some may be experiencing food insecurity for the first time. One Roanoke Valley non-profit group was able to pivot at a…

When you’re looking for information on Virginia History, the special collections department at Virginia Tech’s Newman Library is a good place to start.…