The Trendspotter: March 2022
We’re back again with your monthly dose of must-know news, The Trendspotter! This content series features monthly roundups of the newest and hottest businesses (namely, restaurants and bars!) around RVA.
It’s a fresh month (rabbit, rabbit), and lucky for us, Richmond continues to bring in the best “Oo, I need to check that out” things around. We suggest you ~march~ on over to these, in partic.
— by Kelsey Heintz, Managing Editor
Cocodrilo
What it is: A “comfortably uncomfortable” spot (see: this gallery of deliciously spicy red chiles) just outside the River City, serving Latin American-inspired and “curated, ever-evolving, chef-driven” cuisine.
Why we love it: Almost entirely because of the heat radiating from that description above, but also because they say “all events call for queso” (yes, correct), their menu features everything from Hatch chile salsa to lobster enchiladas, and the restaurant itself is oh-so bright and festive. It opens Wednesday, March 9, and we’ve already got our orders ready.
Where to find it: 5811 Grove Ave (Westhampton)
Liznel
What it is: An accessories-and-apparel boutique that showcases pieces made by women, for women. (Happy Women’s History Month, ow!)
Why we love it: It’s Black-owned, it’s woman-owned, and it’s a shop that understands the hustle of growing a small business and wants to exist as an expression space and collaboration space for other small businesses. And because it sells this chunky necklace, this lapel suit, and this off-the-shoulder number. I.e., Add to Cart, Add to Cart, and Add to Cart.
Where to find it: 306 E Grace St Unit A (Jackson Ward)
Richmond Black Restaurant Experience
What it is: A week-long, food-and-fun lovers’ bash, running from March 6 through March 13 and highlighting Richmond’s minority-owned businesses.
Why we love it: The RBRE elevates minority-owned businesses by marrying culture and cuisine, giving attendees “a deeper understanding” of our city and its culinary background. There are 40 participating restaurants (including newer Richmond residents, like Brun and Suzy Sno), and there are dozens of events to enjoy all week, too.
Where to find it: Richmond City and its surrounding areas; click the link below to ~learn more~.
Sharing new trends each month!
Check back the first week of each month for a new edition of The Trendspotter to find out which businesses you need to know about (and check out!) in RVA.
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