Ed 84: You Cheers, We'll Give Back
Hey there!
We can’t wait to see you tonight at 6pm at Starr Hill Beer Hall and Rooftop! Your first beer is on the house and we’ll be donating $1 to Habitat for Humanity on behalf of every member who shows up! Kudzu Ramen will be serving up the goods. If you’ve procrastinated getting on the list, do it now (before 12pm noon). The Starr Hill team will be checking names at the door and handing out drink tickets. We like to think of this as a nice way to kick-off your holiday “vacation” because we all know not much work is getting done the rest of the year. Speaking of which, since next Wednesday is Christmas, we won’t be dropping into your inbox. We hope you made the nice list. See you soon.
Learn more here about Habitat for Humanity, our non-profit partner. You might be surprised to learn how they are helping to revitalize Richmond neighborhoods, or just how much work and training each new homeowner must do in order to qualify. We want everyone to be able to call Richmond home. Thanks to all of you and our local biz partners for helping us to support their mission.
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SOCIAL NEWS
New in The Fan: Kirin Asian Cuisines. Their menu includes poke bowls, Japanese beer and wine, sake, stir-fried noodles and other Japanese dishes. Kirin is located in the former J-Kogi (the former former Boka Tako) across from Metro Bar and Grill. Aside from North End Juice Co, there isn’t another casual spot to grab poke so maybe third times a charm and this restaurant will stick around for awhile! (Richmond BizSense)
Can you guess the most popular Lyft destination in Richmond? For another year in a row, Lyft has released their top destinations and some might surprise you. Check out the list here. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Pho Luca opened earlier this month according to Chop Suey Books, their neighbors. ICYMI, this new pho spot is in the former Hai Y’all (former former Best Friends Forever). Apparently the vegetarian bun is very good. With Winter officially here, you can count us in for some hot pho!
If you celebrate Christmas and you’re looking for a restaurant to do the cooking, or you don’t and you just want to get out of the house and go out to eat, Richmond Times-Dispatch rounded up the restaurants open on December 25. (Hint, make a reservation.) For those wanting to head out later in the evening for some libations, many bars will be open at night. Most spots will share their holiday hours on Instagram as the day approaches! (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Two pet paradises are planned for the counties! Henrico and Chesterfield are both on the map for Pet Paradise, a boarding and pet daycare facility out of Florida. As you can imagine by the name, the amenities, activities, and lodging are over the top including misting stations, agility courses, a pool, raised beds, private rooms, and beyond. The first is not planned to open til 2021 so in the meantime check out longtime local spot, Holiday Barn Pet Resorts if you’re in the market. They offer a lot of the same amenities. (Richmond BizSense)
NATIONAL RECOGNITION
World travel guide, Fodors, rounded up 9 impressive spots to see a life-size gingerbread house and The Jefferson is on the list! Alongside displays in New Orleans, Austin, San Diego and even Vienna, Austria and Grand Cayman, The Jefferson’s igloo gingerbread house display stands out for its creativity and charm. If you haven’t made it over there yet you only have about two weeks or so before it’s gone. Hit up happy hour at Lemaire from 4pm-7pm daily and take in the festive sights of the gingerbread igloo and Christmas tree. (Visit Richmond)
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Weekly Giveaway
Tis the Session at Rappahannock
By now we are all well into the holiday spirit and this week, we’re spreading the cheer! In its third season, Rapp Session is hosting their holiday bar pop-up, Tis the Session, and to celebrate we’re giving away a $25 gift card! Try their Slip ‘N’ Slay made with chocolate infused bourbon, Creme de Menthe, Green Chartreuse, Baileys Irish Creme, and topped with cotton candy (pictured left) or the Duck the Halls with spiced rum, Dry Curacao, sweet chile sauce, black plum, and lemon. We dare you to be a Grinch after a visit to this pop-up!
TO ENTER: What do you get when you mix red wine along with various spices? (Hint, it’s a popular beverage oftentimes served warm, traditionally enjoyed around the holidays). **Be the 25th person to answer correctly and win!
Last week: What year were milkshakes invented? A: 1922! While the term “milkshake” has been around since 1885, it wasn’t until 1922 when the blender was invented that modern-day milkshakes came to be! Congratulations to Brittany W.! You won a $15 gift card! (milkshake history by sodajerks.net)
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It takes a village so let us know if you have any questions, thoughts, feedback, tips, or recs! Thanks for reading edition 84 of the Weekly Insider.
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